Archive for the ‘Mining & Minerals’ category
Australian miner set to begin production, as Kenya’s extractive industries start to attract attention
Australia-based mining company Base Resources is this December set to begin exporting titanium deposits from its Kwale mine.
Why infrastructure investment is a way for mining companies to mitigate political risk in Africa
Mining companies should invest in infrastructure development to win the support of the local population and to mitigate political risk.
Africa set to become the IFC’s top investment destination, although risks remain
“We see the impact of Africa rising in our investments,” says the IFC’s Bernard Sheahan.
Resource nationalism a worrying trend, says economist and author Dambisa Moyo
Unease over resource nationalism was a recurring theme at this year’s African Mining Indaba.
Foreign investors cautiously optimistic about Africa, says risk expert
How we made it in Africa talks to Alkan Shenyuz, managing director at Veventis, about risk and foreign investment into the continent.
African mining – opportunities and challenges
Africa, which produces more than 60 metal and mineral products, has a huge potential with respect to mineral reserves exploration and production.
Kenya is moving towards a mineral rush, unless the investors are chased away
An almost insatiable hunger exists globally for commodities and especially mineral resources.
Will South Africa’s struggles overshadow its potential?
South Africa has faced some struggles recently, but I think they can be overcome, and a brighter future could be ahead there for its people.
Gold producer optimistic on Kenya’s prospects
Andrew Bell, chief executive and chairman of Red Rock Resources, talks about the gold production prospects in Kenya.
Mining: Kenya’s next frontier for economic growth?
Kenya’s first large-scale mine is on track to spur development of the mining sector
Botswana looking to move away from dependence on diamonds
We believe it is paramount for Botswana to use the proceeds from its diamonds to develop other sectors of the economy. This will help reduce the negative impact on its economy whenever the global economy takes a hit.
East Africa – the next frontier for mining in Africa
East Africa has in the last few years attracted a lot of interest from investors in the mining and oil & gas industries.
Kenyan business community urged to get involved in mining industry
“The investment community in Kenya and the banking community should have a better understanding of mining and be more prepared to invest.”
Record gold prices, but are Africans losing out?
The African Development Bank says that ordinary Africans are not benefiting enough from the gold boom.
Five myths about resource nationalism
Resource nationalism is currently a hot topic, both in Africa and internationally. We cut through some of the common myths surrounding resource nationalism.
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Angola a rewarding market for patient investors
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Oil industry and SMEs creating business opportunities in Uganda
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Oranjemund – Namibia’s new boom town?
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Looking to enter Francophone Africa? Why Senegal might be a good option
at May 24th, 2013
