GoviEx Targets Resource Expansion I Recognising water risk in mining due diligence

GoviEx Targets Resource Expansion I Recognising water risk in mining due diligence

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BME reaffirms commitment to delivering sustainable mining solutions       By reliably employing used oil, a hazardous waste, as a key raw material in the manufacture of its standard bulk emulsions, Omnia Holdings company BME is striving to deliver sustainable, future-fit solutions through innovation and precision. Read more

GoviEx Targets Resource Expansion with New Muntanga Uranium Project in Zambia GoviEx Uranium Inc., a company focused on exploring and developing uranium assets in Africa, has announced the start of its 2025 field season at the Muntanga uranium project in Zambia. The campaign follows four years of intensive work, including a positive feasibility study that returned a post-tax NPV8% of USD243 million.  Read more

Tracked vs wheeled excavators: matching earthmoving equipment to tough conditions in Africa "Selecting the appropriate excavator for a construction or mining project is a critical decision for equipment owners in Africa. With diverse working environments that extend from congested urban grids to arduous conditions in mining, choosing between tracked (or crawler) and wheeled excavators, has a direct impact on operational efficiency, cost management, safety and project timelines," says Johann Viljoen – National Sales Manager, Develon SA – a global leader in earthmoving equipment. " Read more

DRC Mining Week 2025 Final Day Gives Focuses on Policy, Youth, and Inclusion The final day of the DRC Mining Week 2025, held on Friday, 13 June, brought together government leaders, industry players, young entrepreneurs, and global diplomats for a powerful close to the annual event in Lubumbashi. Read more

Championing financial wellness in the mining sector for National Savings Month July marks National Savings Month, an ideal opportunity for organisations to assess how they are supporting the financial wellness of their employees. "At adumo Payouts, we believe that saving should not be limited to a once-off event. It should ideally be embedded in the daily lives of working South Africans, especially in high-pressure environments like mining, where financial stability can make a meaningful difference," comments CEO Steve Mallaby. Read more

Recognising water risk in mining due diligence Water-related risks can easily be underestimated in a due diligence study of a mining operation, with pollution and flooding being among the many aspects that prospective investors or lenders need to consider. "In most mining transactions, the issue of water generally presents a significant risk to investors," said Peter Shepherd, partner and principal hydrologist at SRK Consulting South Africa (SA).  Read more

DRC Extends Cobalt Exports Suspension for Additional Three Months over Market Oversupply The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has extended a suspension on the export of cobalt for a further three months, citing global oversupply and plunging prices for the critical battery metal. Read more

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Trade and investment stakeholders from across West Africa have gathered in Abuja for the 5th Annual General Meeting of the ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organisation (TPO), with a shared goal of improving trade facilitation and market integration in the region… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader ECOWAS trade leaders meet in Abuja to fast-track regional market integration By sbinsights on June 26, 2025 Trade and investment stakeholders from across West Africa have gathered in Abuja for the 5th Annual General Meeting of the ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organisation (TPO), with a shared goal of improving trade facilitation and market integration in the region. The meeting, convened by the ECOWAS Commission in collaboration with the ECOWAS TPO Network and the International Trade Centre (ITC), is part of ongoing efforts to boost intra-regional commerce, reduce trade barriers, and support business growth—particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Speaking at the event, ECOWAS Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, Massandjé Toure-Litse, represented by the Director of Trade, Mr. Kolawole Sofola, said the AGM represents another step in the region's journey toward "an ECOWAS of the Peoples: peace and prosperity for all," in line with the goals of Vision 2050. Read also ECOWAS trade leaders meet in Abuja to fast-track regional market integration UNDP backs 470 small businesses with $50,000 for green innovation Nigeria eyes Danish collaboration to boost livestock, agribusiness, education CBN reaffirms economic commitment, advocates digital trade, SME inclusion Ghana rolls out DOBIDI initiative, engages farmers in regional tour President of the ECOWAS TPO Network, Mr. Modou Mbéne Gueye, stressed the importance of regional collaboration, stating: "By joining forces, sharing best practices and pooling our resources, we can strengthen trade systems, support export-ready businesses, and co-develop solutions in digital trade, logistics, and business networking." The meeting aims to empower trade promotion institutions across the 15 ECOWAS member states to better support exporters, especially those in the MSME category, and align efforts with continental frameworks like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). This year's discussions are also expected to focus on digital infrastructure, customs efficiency, and practical measures to improve access to regional markets.

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