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De Beers Board Member Matome Tsholetsa Malema Passes Away

11, March, 202611, March, 2026

De Beers Board Member and Minerals Development Company Botswana CEO Matome Tsholetsa Malema Dies Global diamond miner De Beers Group has announced the passing of Matome Tsholetsa Malema, the chief executive officer of Minerals Development Company Botswana and a member of the De Beers board. Malema joined the De Beers board in 2023, where he brought extensive operational expertise gained through many years in the diamond mining industry. His experience was shaped by a range

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Sodiam Raises $25.8 Million in 16th Rough Diamond Auction

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Angola’s Sodiam Generates $25.8 Million in Rough Diamond Auction, Surpassing Expectations Angola’s National Diamond Trading Company, Sodiam, raised approximately $25.8 million in its 16th auction of special rough diamonds, exceeding initial expectations by 22.97%, the company announced. According to a statement from Sodiam, the auction featured 74 special rough diamonds produced by several mining companies, including Furi, Somiluana, Cuilo Kwanza, Lulo, Kaixepa, Chitotolo, Mussende, Catoca, and Luele. A total of 2,560.17 carats were sold during

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Corporate News Oil Petroleum

Shell Reaffirms Commitment to Reviving Angola’s Oil Production

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Shell Pledges Support for Angola’s Oil Production Revival as Company Returns After 20 Years Shell has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Angola’s efforts to revive and expand oil production as the global energy company moves to re-establish its presence in the country after a 20-year absence. The commitment was highlighted by Alioune Sourang, CEO of Shell in Angola, following a meeting with Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo. According to a

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Corporate News Local Oil

Sonangol Oil Tanker Damaged by Explosion Near Iraqi Port

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Sonangol Tanker Hit by Explosion Near Iraq’s Khor al Zubair Port; Crew Safe and Vessel Stable An oil tanker linked to Sonangol, named Sonangol Namibe, was damaged by an explosion last week while anchored near the Iraqi port of Khor al Zubair Port, according to a source from the Angolan state oil company. The vessel, which sails under the Bahamas flag, sustained material damage to its hull after one of its ballast tanks was struck.

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Local Energy News

Angola and Namibia Advance Energy Cooperation with Focus on Electricity Interconnection

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Angola and Namibia Strengthen Energy Ties, Discuss Power Interconnection and Baynes Hydroelectric ProjectAngola and Namibia held a high-level meeting on Monday to review the implementation of energy cooperation projects, with a particular focus on the Angola-Namibia electricity interconnection. The discussions took place between Angola’s Minister of Energy and Water, João Baptista Borges, and Namibia’s Minister of Industries, Mines, and Energy, Modestus Tshitumbe Amutse. Also in attendance was Angola’s Secretary of State for Energy, Arlindo Carlos.

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International News Oil

Oil Hits Multi-Year High as Iran Conflict Escalates, Boosting Vegoils and Aluminium

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Oil Surges 25% to Highest Since 2022 Amid Iran War, Driving Vegoils and Aluminium Prices Oil prices surged nearly 25% on Monday, reaching their highest levels since mid-2022, with Brent crude on track for a record one day gain. In contrast, gold fell 2% as the escalating Iran conflict disrupted global energy supplies, strengthened the dollar, and dampened expectations of near-term interest rate cuts. Agricultural markets, led by edible oils, rose in tandem with crude

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Gold International

Ghana Prepares Alternative Gold Export Routes Amid Dubai Flight Disruptions

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Ghana’s GoldBod Plans Backup Export Routes as Dubai Flight Disruptions Threaten Artisanal Gold Trade Ghana’s state-run artisanal gold exporter, GoldBod, is preparing to shift shipments to alternative refining hubs if flight disruptions to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue, two sources familiar with the matter said. The move highlights Africa’s dependence on Dubai amid heightened Middle East tensions. Dubai, a major global gold trading hub supplying Switzerland, Hong Kong, and India, has experienced a seven-day

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Oil Economy International News

Global Oil Prices Surge Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

10, March, 202610, March, 2026

Oil Prices Jump Above $114 as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Trigger Global Energy Market Fears Global oil prices surged sharply on Monday, March 9, 2026, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz raised fears of a major shock to global energy supplies. According to energy market data, the international benchmark Brent crude was trading at around $114 per barrel at the start of the

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International News Oil

Middle East Tensions Send Oil Prices Higher, Raising Inflation Risks for Africa

6, March, 20266, March, 2026

Oil Price Surge After US Strikes on Iran Threatens Higher Fuel Costs and Inflation Across Africa A geopolitical conflict thousands of kilometres away is once again threatening to raise the cost of living across Africa. Within hours of US-led airstrikes on Iran on February 28, global oil markets reacted sharply, with Brent crude prices jumping from about $67 to above $82 per barrel a surge of more than 20% in just a few days. It

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Gold Economy International

Uganda Central Bank Launches Domestic Gold Purchase Programme to Boost Reserves

6, March, 20266, March, 2026

Uganda Central Bank Begins Gold Buying Programme as Global Prices Surge Past $5,000 The Bank of Uganda has announced it will begin purchasing gold from domestic producers this month, becoming the latest central bank to increase its bullion reserves amid surging global gold prices. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen Uganda’s foreign exchange reserves and reduce exposure to global financial volatility, particularly as many central banks diversify away from the United

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