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Ghana’s aspirations to become a major player in the global lithium market have encountered headwinds. The highly anticipated Ewoyaa Lithium Project is facing delays in its development. Spearheaded by Atlantic Lithium, the Ewoyaa project, initially hailed as a game-changer for the country’s mining sector, has been met with challenges. While …

Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL), a cornerstone of the country’s rubber industry, is facing an existential threat from rampant illegal mining activities. The company, which operates two factories in the Western Region, is grappling with severe encroachment on its plantations, leading to significant production losses and environmental damage. “We are …

A high-powered interactive workshop at Investing In African Mining Indaba proposed a range of solutions for commodity-rich African countries to work with the automotive sector to re-think industrial policy around critical minerals. In the emerging energy transition era, the convergence of the mining and automotive sectors is set to shape …

Lisa October and Diana Kasymova have been named the winners of the 2025 Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield following a fiercely competitive final round at Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield (MIRB), convened by the Development Partner Institute (DPI) and hosted at Investing in African …

Epiroc and ABB have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance underground trolley solutions, supporting the mining industry’s transition towards increased productivity, enhanced safety and decarbonisation. This agreement builds on previous successful technology deployments in Swedish mines. Under the MoU, both companies will work together to conduct a comprehensive …

Despite global geopolitical uncertainties, Africa’s mining sector continues to make measurable strides in advancing its economic and social contributions. Speaking at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, SRK Consulting Managing Director Andrew van Zyl noted the sector’s steady progress in adopting safer and more responsible mining practices. …

Loadshedding remains one of the biggest challenges affecting African economies, businesses, and livelihoods. As energy disruptions continue to hinder growth and productivity, the Africa Energy Indaba 2025.   Slated for the 4th to the 6th of March in Cape Town, South Africa, will serve as a critical platform for stakeholders …

With the focus on future-proofing at this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba, SRK Consulting has emphasised the nurturing of skills as a vital foundation for building inclusion and long-term resilience in the continent’s mining ecosystem. This is particularly true in West Africa, where gold production was estimated to have …