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IEA REPORT OUTLINES $2.3 TRILLION INVESTMENT Needed for Africa’s Energy Transition

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Meeting Africa’s escalating energy demands necessitates a significant increase in investment in clean energy projects, alongside urgent measures to overcome financial obstacles, according to a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The report, titled Clean Energy Investment for Development in Africa, emphasises the immediate investment priorities and financing strategies essential to transform these…

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SAUDI ARABIA EXPANDS MINING Footprint in Africa with Potential Zambia Investment

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Following its recent acquisition of a 10% stake in Vale’s copper and nickel division, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is advancing discussions to secure a significant investment in Zambian copper mines. Manara Minerals, a joint venture between PIF and the Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden), is negotiating to acquire a 15-20% equity stake in…

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BEYOND THE EFF: Shivambu-ism and Quest for Economic Justice

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The recent departure of Floyd Shivambu, a key figure in the establishment and policy narrative of the EFF, has ignited a flurry of analysis. Regrettably, most of the analysis glossed over the nuanced dimensions of his political perspective. Rather than delving deeper, some observers have opted to draw parallels between Shivambu and party president Julius…

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SA MINING SECTOR Sees Surge in M&A interest for Manganese

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The global manganese market is set to experience significant growth, driven by China’s reviving construction sector and supply disruptions following Tropical Cyclone Megan’s damage to South32’s GEMCO mine in Australia. Modor Intelligence reports that the global manganese market is expected to reach US$29.83 billion by 2028, up from US$24.45 billion in 2021. This is a…

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BREAKING GROUND: MERCEDES-BENZ Launches Europe’s First Battery Recycling Facility

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Mercedes-Benz has announced a ground-breaking battery recycling facility in Kuppenheim, Germany, pioneering a closed-loop circular economy with a remarkable 96% recovery rate, according to the company in a statement released on Monday.  With an annual capacity of 2,500 tonnes, the plant will recover materials to produce over 50,000 battery modules, significantly reducing waste and promoting…

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BLOOMBERGNEF FORECAST: $2.1 TRILLION INVESTMENT ignites SA Manganese Prospects

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Despite a decade of expansion in production and exploration, metal supply remains inadequate to meet soaring demand, BNEF’s Transition Metals Outlook 2024 reports.  This supply crunch poses a risk towards the adoption of clean energy technologies. The report highlights that critical energy transition metals, including aluminium, copper, and lithium, may experience supply deficits within this…

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RIO TINTO EYES ARCADIUM LITHIUM TAKEOVER in Major Mining Move

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Rio Tinto has officially confirmed its approach to Arcadium Lithium regarding a potential acquisition of the company. This announcement follows recent market speculation about the takeover. In a statement, the world’s second-largest mining firm stated that “The approach is non-binding and there is no certainty that any transaction will be agreed to or will proceed”. However, Arcadium,…

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SINOMINE’S SOUTHERN AFRICA FORAY: A New Era for Critical Minerals Supply

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Sinomine Resource Group, a Chinese state-owned mining conglomerate, is aggressively expanding its presence in Southern Africa through strategic investments in critical minerals, including copper, lithium, and platinum. In a significant move, Sinomine committed $500 million to develop a lithium refinery in Zimbabwe over the next three to five years. Building on this momentum, the company…

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SEPTEMBER SPARKLE : From China to US, SA’s EV mission ignites

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In May 2024, just weeks before the pivotal elections that led to the establishment of the Government of National Unity, President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the achievements of South Africa’s automotive sector in his weekly column. He noted that the industry celebrated a significant milestone with the production of its six millionth vehicle, alongside reaching an…

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