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SPLITTING THE EMPIRE: Anglo American Follows BHP’s South32 Playbook

Last week, Anglo American’s platinum operations officially began trading as Valterra Platinum on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) under the ticker ‘VAL’, marking a pivotal moment in the mining giant’s strategic overhaul. The move, followed by a secondary listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) , closely mirrors a similar portfolio simplification undertaken by fellow…

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GABON TO BAN RAW MANGANESE Exports by 2029 in Push for Industrialisation

In a significant move aimed at boosting its economy and adding value to its natural resources, Gabon has announced a ban on the export of raw manganese ore, effective January 1, 2029. The decision, spearheaded by President Brice Oligui Nguema’s government, is a cornerstone of the nation’s broader strategy to industrialise and reduce its reliance…

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OVAL OFFICE BIG TALK: Could Starlink and SENTECH match up in PPP deal?

The call for a concerted fight against porous borders and a coordinated battle against rampant criminality in South Africa was articulated at the highest levels of bilateral relations with the USA last night, as the world watched on live television broadcasts that have become the hallmark of President Trump’s administration. With multiple stakeholders finally conceding…

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MINING AND TECH TAKE CENTER STAGE: US-Saudi Arabia $600 Billion Deal

The United States and Saudi Arabia have formalised an agreement to collaborate on mining and mineral resources, forming a key component of a sweeping economic and strategic partnership valued at a staggering $600 billion. This extensive package, announced during U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to the Kingdom, also encompasses landmark deals in defense and cutting-edge…

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MACOZOMA: Exxaro -Ntsimbi Deal returns Jupiter shares to local ownership

South African coal producer Exxaro Resources announced a binding agreement to acquire a portfolio of high-quality manganese assets for a total unadjusted purchase price of R11.67 billion (approximately $637 million). This acquisition marks a major step in Exxaro’s diversification strategy, expanding its commodity base into minerals crucial for the energy transition.   The deal encompasses…

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SOUTH AFRICA RACES AGAINST “GAS CLIFF” as Energy Infrastructure Investments Intensify

South Africa is intensifying its efforts to overhaul its energy infrastructure amidst growing concerns over an impending “gas cliff” that threatens significant economic disruption and job losses. Recent government announcements highlight a two-pronged strategy focusing on boosting gas-to-power (GtP) capacity and expanding liquid fuel import and storage facilities. However, these initiatives are unfolding against the…

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LOST IN FRAGMENTATION: SOUTH AFRICA’S ICT SECTOR NEEDS A NEW PATH

Despite its successful political transition, South Africa’s digital journey is marked by stagnation, a contradiction highlighted by Gugu Lourie’s recent Techfinancials report. The article highlights SITA’s operational challenges and the growing trend of frustrated government departments bypassing the state’s shared IT procurement framework in favour of direct sourcing from private IT services, often from suppliers…

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ARCELORMITTAL’S LOOMING DOWNFALL: A Catalyst for Change in South Africa’s Steel Industry?

The new year has begun on a bleak note for employees of ArcelorMittal South Africa (Amsa), as the steel major announced its decision to wind down its long steel business on the first Monday of 2025. This move threatens the livelihoods of approximately 3,500 direct and indirect jobs across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal, with many…

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