The Somiluana Mining Company, located in Lunda-Norte province, is set to inaugurate its new Sorting Plant (CRP) this month, with a capacity of 6 tons of cubic meters. Guilherme Raimundo, the deputy general director of the mining company, announced that this new facility could significantly boost diamond production at the secondary deposit by approximately 12,000 carats per month, leading to the creation of over 700 jobs. The inauguration ceremony marks the commencement of large-scale production
Senegal will conduct an audit of the oil, gas and mining sectors, newly elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye told the nation in a televised speech on Wednesday, while also reassuring investors they were welcome in the country. Faye defeated the ruling coalition’s candidate in a March election by a landslide, reflecting high hopes for change in the country of around 18-million. The audit is one of the first policy moves announced since the 44-year-old former tax inspector’s inauguration on Tuesday. “The
Nigeria has announced a significant policy shift concerning mining licenses, stating that new licenses will only be granted to companies that present plans for local mineral processing. This development aims to enhance the value extracted from Nigeria’s solid mineral deposits and aligns with the country’s efforts to boost its economy. According to a government spokesperson cited by Reuters, this change signifies a departure from Nigeria’s historical practice of exporting raw materials. It reflects a broader
The Ozango Minerais project, focusing on the exploration of rare earth minerals in Longonjo, Huambo, is advancing into the construction and equipment installation phase, with operations expected to commence in 2026. Tim George, head of an investor mission, made this announcement following a meeting with Huambo’s vice-governor for the Political, Economic, and Social sector, Angelino Elavoco. George stated that work on the mine, situated 64 kilometers from Huambo city, is scheduled to begin eight months
Tim George, the executive director of Pensana, has indicated that exploration of Huambo’s rare earths could commence as early as 2026. This timeline is contingent upon the completion of prospecting activities, which have been ongoing since 2015, and the initiation of infrastructure construction this year. During a meeting with Angelino Elavoco, Vice-Governor of Huambo, Tim George outlined plans that could generate approximately 1,090 direct jobs. These positions include 650 jobs during the infrastructure construction phase
Mining companies operating in Lunda-Norte province have been urged to establish tax domiciles in the region, with only 36 out of 41 companies having completed the transfer to the Chitato Tax Office. This directive was revealed by the National Diamond Company (Endiama) website. At a meeting convened by Governor Deolinda Vilarinho, stakeholders discussed the need for increased attention to social responsibility actions by mining companies to mitigate environmental damage and uplift local communities. Concerns were
A recent study by Deloitte, titled “Tracking the Trends 2024,” highlights ten key trends that are expected to influence the performance of the mining and metals sector over the next 12 to 18 months. The report emphasizes the importance of negotiating for growth while focusing on the future, indicating that mining companies need to prioritize purpose, social dynamics, and effective management to thrive in uncertain times. Francisco Correia, a partner at Deloitte, praised the development
The Tetelo Copper mine, situated in the Mavoyo region of Maquela do Zombo, Uíge province, is entering its final stages of implementation, with production expected to commence within six months, according to Marcelino Ferreira, director of the Uíge Provincial Office of Integrated Economic Development. Speaking to Rádio Nacional de Angola, Ferreira revealed that the Sociedade Mineira de Cobre de Angola aims to achieve an initial daily production of up to eight thousand tons of copper,
The Guinean government confirmed Angola’s withdrawal from the bauxite exploration project in eastern Guinea-Bissau, as announced by Minister of Natural Resources Malam Sambú in an interview last week. According to Sambú, the bauxite exploration license is now available as Angola lacked the economic means to continue the project, leaving it abandoned. Guinea-Bissau’s geological studies suggest over 113 million tons of bauxite in the historic town of Boé, a significant source of aluminum. The exploration license
The contract signed between the Mozambican government and SGS, a company specializing in verifying the specifications, prices, and quantities of the country’s mining export products, at the end of last year has now been approved by the Administrative Tribunal (TA). SGS, renowned for its expertise in inspection, verification, testing, and certification of mining exports, is now poised to commence operations as contracted through international public tender. Having already established a presence in the Mozambican market
