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Global Powers Intensify Africa Critical Minerals Race

Competition between Western countries and China over rare earth minerals, critical metals, and energy resources in Africa is accelerating, as global demand for materials needed in clean energy, advanced technology, and defense systems continues to surge. Across the continent, governments are witnessing
February 10, 2026

African Nations Shift Capital Focus To Gold

A significant shift has occurred in the economic landscape of several African nations. As traditional avenues of financial support, particularly international aid from the United States and other Western nations, have begun to dwindle, many African leaders are turning their attention to
April 22, 2025

Geopolitical Tensions Boost Gold Revenues In Tanzania

Tanzania has witnessed a remarkable rise in gold revenues, fueled by increasing geopolitical tensions worldwide. Over the past six years, the price of gold has skyrocketed by an average of 88.12%. In times of uncertainty, investors are gravitating towards safe-haven assets, and
April 11, 2025

Congo’s Resources Smuggled Amid Ongoing Conflict

The ongoing conflict in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is driving a troubling trade in the country’s rich mineral resources, with neighboring nations illegally smuggling out vast amounts of gold, coltan, and cobalt. These precious minerals, essential
April 10, 2025

Tanzania Focuses On Mineral Value Addition For Growth

The Tanzanian government has announced a series of strategic initiatives to maximize the economic and social benefits of its vast mineral resources. Speaking at the 6th Tanzania Mining and Investment Conference 2024, which opened on November 19 at the Julius Nyerere International
November 20, 2024