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Trafigura and Kamoa-Kakula Commit to Lobito Atlantic Railway.   Trafigura and Kamoa-Kakula have officially become the first customers to sign long-term agreements with the Lobito Atlantic Railway, marking a significant milestone in sub-Saharan Africa’s trade and mining sector. This strategic partnership is set to enhance the export capacity of the African Copperbelt through Angola’s Atlantic coast, offering a sustainable and efficient logistics solution. The Lobito Atlantic Railway is expected to revolutionize the region’s export capabilities, with a projected annual capacity of one million tonnes per annum by the end of the decade. This initiative not only underscores the commitment of Trafigura and Kamoa-Kakula to sustainable mining practices but also paves the way for economic growth and development across the region. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ew8vbZxc   #LobitoAtlanticRailway #MiningLogistics #mining #Lobito #railway #Trafigura #KamoaKakula Kamoa Copper S.A.

Victorian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services #METS companies, if #Africa is on your radar, you cannot miss these essential business webinars. Global Victoria's Alex Veale joins Collins Rex in this two-part webinar series exploring how Victorian METS companies can tap into the dynamic markets of Southern Africa and West Africa. They'll investigate the opportunities and challenges for Victorian METS companies doing business in Southern and West Africa, examine market entry models and unpack the intricacies of regional trading blocs and how the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) impacts Australian exporters. They'll also feature case studies of Victorian companies that have successfully established a presence in both Southern and West Africa. Head to our website to register to attend one or both of the webinars for free here: https://lnkd.in/gRam7cYM #VictorianMETSCompanies #SouthernAfrica #WestAfrica #DynamicMarkets #BusinessConnections #ExpansionOpportunities

Join Global Victoria for their METS Opportunities in Africa Webinar Series to explore the opportunities and challenges for Victorian #METS companies doing business in Southern and West Africa.

West African gold explorer Asara Resources Limited (ASX:AS1, OTC:GMRMF) has struck a deal with private gold exploration company BIC West Africa Limited (BIC) for the sale of its non-core Kouri and Babonga gold projects in Burkina Faso. The transaction, valued at US$2.2 million – or around A$3.25 million – includes an upfront non-refundable payment of US$550,000 (A$810,804) already received, a second payment of US$550,000 (A$810,804) due upon SPA execution and a final payment of US$1.1 million (A$1.62 million) upon completion. Funds from this sale will be allocated to advance the Kada Gold Project in Guinea and to repay the remaining portion of a convertible note, making Asara debt-free. Asara will divest 100% of the issued capital in its wholly owned subsidiary, Golden Rim Resources Burkina SARL (GMRB), which holds the licences for the Kouri and Babonga projects. More at #Proactive #ProactiveInvestors #ASX #AS1 #Gold #Mining #PreciousMetals http://ow.ly/QJUU105AH01

It's great to see the positive reaction on the Great Pacific Gold transaction on Tinga Copper & Gold Corp., but real value in these situations is created by the teams on the ground- through good exploration including drilling. As we enter into an ultra active period in Papua New Guinea and Australia - I look forward to keeping everybody updated here. We have worked hard for the past years to be positioned well for a bull market in gold and copper and I think that macro setting is coming into reality now. https://lnkd.in/grKdt_Tz

MOPANI COPPER MINES GETS PARTNERNOVEMBER 30TH, 2023LUSAKA - Mopani Mine to get its life back as ABU DHABI's most valuable listed company is selected as its EQUITY PARTNERInternational Resources Holding RSC Limited (“IRH”), an affiliated company of Abu Dhabi conglomerate International Holding Company PJSC (“IHC”), UAE's most valuable listed company, and the GCC region's second most valuable has been selected as the preferred SEP. IRH has a strategy to invest in critical minerals and develop a new entity that encompasses the entire metals and mining supply chain. The proposed investment in MCM is the largest single investment to date by IRH and represents a key step in the development of its strategy to become a major player in the African minerals sector.CREDIT : ZCCM - IH release.#copper#gemstones#hustlehard#investments#Zambia#copperbelt

#ResponsibleMining in #Africa: Certifications as #Catalysts for #Change Recently, I had the privilege of exploring the intricate world of mineral certification during the "ICGLR Strategy for Artisanal and Small Scale Gold Mining" in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) under the auspices of the Centre d'Expertise, d'Evaluation et de Certification (CEEC) Beyond the KPCS, the DRC is also implementing the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) certification mechanism. This Regional Certification Mechanism (RCM) mandates a regional standard for certifying minerals, particularly the 3Ts (#tin, #tantalum, #tungsten) and gold, within ICGLR Member States. (Stay tuned for more insights on this mechanism in upcoming discussions.) This brings us to a critical question in the heart of Africa's mineral-rich landscape: Can #certifications transform the mining industry? What frameworks best align with the unique needs of Africa's Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) sector? Could the #CRAFT CODE offer a beacon of hope, tailor-made for the realities of ASM in Africa? How might these certifications encourage the #formalization and #commercialization of ASM minerals, leading to more ethical and responsible mining practices? We also need to consider the lessons from schemes that haven't delivered as expected. What #success stories and challenges have you observed in your country? #ShelsAMine #HerThoughts2024 #EthicalMining #ResponsibleSourcing #AfricaMining #AfricaMining #ResponsibleSourcing #EthicalCertifications

Trafigura and Kamoa Copper S.A. have inked long-term commitments to utilize the Lobito Atlantic Railway for transporting minerals during the ongoing Investing in African Mining Indaba 2024 Trafigura-Kamoa-Kakula agreements mark a pivotal milestone in leveraging Africa’s vast mineral resources. It also enhances trade connectivity and infrastructure. More so, paving the way for sustained economic development and regional integration. https://lnkd.in/dGXF_df3

Oriole Resources PLC – pleased to announce Heads of Terms agreements (HoT) on two transformative deals with BCM International, to advance Oriole’s Bibemi and Mbe gold projects in Cameroon. BCM Group is a highly established Australian mining / civils contractor, headquartered in Ghana for the past 30 years, with a huge list of past mining projects and blue-chip clients.  These deals see BCM earning in up to a 50% position on the Bibemi and Mbe licences, with a total $9.5m investment, and various success-based payments to Oriole further down the line, the level of which is subject to the number of resource ounces reported under JORC. The deals also allow Oriole to continue managing the exploration activities at Bibemi and Mbe, while retaining complete control over the remaining 4 licences in the highly-prospective Eastern Central Licence Package (CLP). On-the-ground fieldwork expected to start in Q1-2024. #goldexploration #cameroon #westafrica For Bibemi agreement see - https://lnkd.in/ejXYPpXW For Mbe agreement see - https://lnkd.in/eaWxMUS7 

Many Peaks Minerals (ASX:MPK) Advancing Multiple Gold Discoveries in Proven Jurisdictions in West Africa and Australia 🔗 https://bit.ly/4cx9axp Why Many Peaks Minerals? 1⃣  The World Class Birimian Gold Terrane, significant number of discoveries in recent history, and still under-explored 2⃣  Experienced Board and Exploration team with #WestAfrica discovery and project development track record 3⃣  Aggressive explorers with #drilling anticipated to commence in Q2 2024 4⃣  Multiple advanced stage gold #exploration projects in West Africa and Australia with open mineralisation ready for drilling 5⃣  Cote D’Ivoire opportunities to leverage off more than US$4M of previous exploration expenditure and an extensive high-quality database 6⃣  Operating in globally attractive and proven mining jurisdictions with stable fiscal regimes and demonstrated project development capability #gold #goldmining #investing