Economy
Comprehensive and up-to-date news on economy in relation to mining. The latest gold, copper and metal prices, mining stock, and market data.
- Apr- 2020 -9 April
The impact of COVID-19 on sub-Saharan oil producers: Spotlight on Angola
It’s been 4 months since the outbreak of COVID-19 triggered factories and industries to close…
- 9 April
Goldman sees virus causing $75 billion funding hole in Africa
The funding needs of governments in sub-Saharan Africa could rise by $75 billion as the coronavirus…
- 8 April
Morocco’s economy to shrink 1.8% this quarter
Morocco’s economy will contract by 1.8% in the second quarter after growing by 1.1% in…
- 6 April
South Africa’s central bank sees up to -4% GDP over coronavirus fallout
South Africa’s central bank slashed its growth forecasts on Monday, predicting the economy could shrink…
- Mar- 2020 -24 March
South Africa to shut mines for three weeks in Covid-19 battle
Mines in South Africa, the source of most of the world’s platinum group metals (PGMs),…
- 17 March
World’s biggest precious metal industry readies for Coronavirus
Platinum and gold mines in South Africa, which together make up the world’s biggest precious…
- 11 March
The impact of Covid-19 on the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors in Africa
The Coronavirus (Covid-19) has resulted in mass production shutdowns and supply chain disruptions due to…
- 4 March
IMF forecasts positive growth for Namibia
The prolonged recession that has gripped the domestic economy for the better part of the…
