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Thomas Holtz hands over the Multotec CEO role to Johan Robbertse at Electra Mining Africa 2026.
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South Africa’s Multotec names new CEO after 20 years under Thomas Holtz

Multotec appoints Johan Robbertse as Group CEO after Thomas Holtz’s 20-year tenure, as the South African mining equipment maker expands globally.

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TATA Chemicals
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Kenya orders Tata Chemicals to end operations after century-long deal

Tata Chemicals Kenya has been ordered to end operations as President William Ruto seeks new investors for Lake Magadi’s soda ash.

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Kazera Global wins approval for a Northern Cape mining right
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Kazera secures mining right approval in South Africa’s Northern Cape

Kazera Global wins approval for a Northern Cape mining right, clearing the way for its $369.3 million heavy mineral sands project.

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Critical Minerals Mining
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India eyes Zambia’s critical minerals in renewed investment talks

India Zambia critical minerals talks resume as New Delhi seeks copper supplies and deeper investment ties with Zambia.

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Tharisa Plc
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Tharisa secures 25-year lease for major Zimbabwe platinum project

Karo Platinum Project wins a 25-year Zimbabwe mining lease, clearing a path to 2027 production and 226,000 ounces of PGMs annually.

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Botswana grants Orano more licenses to explore for uranium
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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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Andraba Mining
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Andrada Mining secures $6 million for Namibia’s Uis Mine expansion

Andrada Mining secures $6 million to expand Namibia’s Uis tin mine, targeting higher production and improved processing efficiency.

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Epiroc expands South Africa mining business with Eventspec acquisition
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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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Jubilee Metals Group
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Jubilee Metals plans $18 million sale of Zambia copper tailings

Jubilee Metals Zambia copper asset sale could fetch a premium, with proceeds earmarked for Molefe mine expansion.

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Gold Bar
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Zimbabwe sets $300 million gold support plan to boost local mining

Zimbabwe’s gold support plan caps government spending at $300 million through 2026 as production rises and fiscal risks grow.

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Lake Victoria Gold begins work at Imwelo
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Tanzania gold project advances as Lake Victoria Gold begins work at Imwelo

Lake Victoria Gold begins Phase 1 construction at Tanzania's Imwelo gold project, advancing mine development with site work and infrastructure

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Harena Rare Earths
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Madagascar’s rare earths draw US support as China supply grip tightens

Madagascar rare earths gain U.S. backing as Washington seeks alternatives to China’s grip on critical mineral supply chains.

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