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Zimbabwe expands lithium export quota for Sinomine

Zimbabwe gives Sinomine an extra 300,000-ton lithium export quota as the country prepares to ban concentrate exports from 2027.

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NBC partners with DSE to launch digital trading platform in Tanzania

NBC has linked its mobile banking platform with Tanzania’s DSE, allowing users to buy and sell listed shares directly from their phones.

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Botswana grants Orano more licenses to explore for uranium

Botswana grants Orano three new uranium licences as the country seeks to diversify mining beyond diamonds amid weaker global demand.

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Tanzania’s Mtwara Port expansion opens new trade route for East Africa

Tanzania’s Mtwara Port expansion is opening a new trade route for East Africa, boosting cargo capacity and strengthening links with regional markets.

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Standard Bank eyes stake in Nigeria’s OPay ahead of U.S. IPO

Standard Bank is considering a stake in Nigeria’s OPay ahead of a potential U.S. IPO that could value the fintech company at about $4 billion.

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L’Imad moves to take full ownership of Abu Dhabi’s AD Ports

L’Imad plans to acquire full ownership of AD Ports Group with a $8.6 billion offer as Abu Dhabi expands its control of key logistics assets.

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Mozambican firms urged to partner with investors in Rovuma LNG

Mozambican firms are urged to partner with investors as ExxonMobil prepares for a key decision on the Rovuma LNG project.

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Abu Dhabi’s HEA Energy acquires two jackup crane vessels from Denmark

Abu Dhabi’s HEA Energy acquires two jackup crane vessels from Denmark as it expands its offshore wind presence across Europe.

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Epiroc expands South Africa mining business with Eventspec acquisition

Epiroc has completed its acquisition of South Africa’s Eventspec, expanding its mining aftermarket, repair and manufacturing operations.

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