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- Mar- 2026 -11 March

Zambia’s GDP growth forecast at 6.1% in 2026
Zambia’s real GDP growth is forecast to reach 6.1% in 2026, up from an estimated…
- 3 March

Tsavorite gemstone continues to make its mark on international markets
Tanzania’s Tsavorite gemstone has continued to make its mark on international markets, celebrated not only…
- Feb- 2026 -26 February

Global mining must double copper output within 25 years
The energy transition may face a critical bottleneck: a copper supply deficit. If current projections…
- 26 February

Mineral price gains boost tax collections and reinforce mining’s economic role
The Minerals Council South Africa notes that the National Budget presented by Finance Minister Enoch…
- 23 February

Budget 2026 meets the Mining Indaba reality check: What it means for South Africa’s Rand and gold
EBC Financial Group notes that the Budget 2026 could act as a risk-premium test for…
- 19 February

Kumba Iron Ore profit climbs 18% on higher prices, sales volumes
South Africa’s Kumba Iron Ore posted an 18% rise in annual profit on the back…
- 19 February

Otjikoto delivers one of its strongest production years on record in 2025
The Otjikoto Gold Mine delivered one of its strongest production years on record in 2025,…
- 18 February

Glencore earnings tumble less than expected
Glencore plc reported lower year-on-year earnings despite a recovery in the second half of last…


