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Kenya and Angola Forge Deeper Ties with the Signing of 11 Memos of Understanding

The Governments of Kenya and Angola signed 11 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. The agreements will serve to enhance cooperation in oil and gas, mining, shipping and maritime cooperation. Additional areas of cooperation include wildlife management and conservation, youth development, agriculture, trade, information and communication technology and health. The MoUs were signed on 21 October by the countries’ respective cabinet secretaries and witnessed by Kenya’s President William

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Economy Gold International Mining News

Shanta Maintains Steady Production in the Third Quarter

Aim-listed gold producer, developer and explorer Shanta Gold has reported steady gold production in line with expectations in its production and operational results for the quarter ended September 30.   The report covers the company’s East African assets, comprising the New Luika and Singida gold mines, in Tanzania, and the West Kenya project, in Kenya. Our performance over the third quarter demonstrates the stable and reliable production volumes we have worked hard to achieve, with group gold production across our two operating mines of 27 935

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Diamonds Economy International Mining News

Anglo Sees Copper Production Surge While Rough Diamond Production Declines

However, this was offset by rough diamond production decreasing by 23% and steelmaking coal production decreasing by 21%. Moreover, nickel production was down 7% on lower grades and planned plant maintenance at the Minas-Rio iron-ore operation in Brazil put overall iron-ore production at a 4% lower level than the corresponding period of last year. Now, the focus of the London- and Johannesburg-listed company is on delivering full-year production guidance in line with a planned stronger

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Economy Local News Oil

Brent for December Delivery Rises 2.27% and Surpasses $90

The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil for delivery in December ended today in the London futures market with an increase of 2.27%, reaching $90.16. Brent’s price for delivery in December rises by 2.27% and surpasses $90. The market continues to fluctuate due to increasing tensions in the Middle East, trading higher on Wednesday after three consecutive sessions of declining prices.

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Economy News Oil

Angola’s Oil Exports Soar, Bringing in Over $40 Billion in Revenue for 2022

Angola’s export of 395.99 million barrels of crude oil made it possible to obtain revenue of US$40.4 billion, at an average price of USD 101.77 per barrel, during the 2022 financial year. The amount of crude oil exported during this period exceeded that of 2021, in which the export of 394.22 million barrels of crude oil was registered, resulting in revenue of 24.5 billion dollars. According to the report on the Mineral Resources, Oil, and

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Diamonds News

Top 10 Diamond producing countries in Africa

It is no secret that Africa is rich in valuable minerals crucial for economic development, ranging from extensive oil reserves to lush agricultural lands. The continent possesses about 30% of the world’s total mineral reserves, including gold, copper, platinum, cobalt, uranium, lithium, and more, all of which play pivotal roles in diverse industries, from electronics and infrastructure to energy production. What is fascinating is that these mineral riches are not concentrated in one specific region

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Economy Gold International News

Shanta Records Consistent Production Performance in Q3

The Aim-listed gold producer, developer, and explorer, Shanta Gold, has reported steady gold production in line with expectations in its production and operational results for the quarter ended September 30. The report covers the company’s East African assets, comprising the New Luika and Singida gold mines, in Tanzania and the West Kenya project, in Kenya. “Our performance over the third quarter demonstrates the stable and reliable production volumes we have worked hard to achieve, with

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Economy News

Venezuela Faces Challenges in Rapidly Boosting Production

Venezuela will not be able to increase production rapidly After the United States lifted sanctions on Venezuelan oil, analysts are assessing the possible impacts of this move in the face of the supply constraints from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), which have been affecting prices in the market. Venezuelan oil is more viscous – it still needs to be blended with other lighter oils for use. © Photo by: DR Due to

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Economy Local News

Oil Rises for the Second Consecutive Week

The scare projected for the oil trade due to the war between Israel and the Hamas group caused oil prices to rise for the second consecutive week, although the absence of any real disruption in barrels leaving the Middle East is also giving rise to permanent volatility. Both U.S. crude oil and Brent, its UK counterpart, jumped nearly 2% at one point on Friday before giving it all back and ending the day in the

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Diamonds International News

Petra sales fall as Diamond market continues to falter

PETRA Diamonds continued to suffer the effects of declining market prices reporting second tender sales of $40.9m – 49% lower than the first tender sales of its 2024 financial year. However, there are mitigating factors when comparing the two tenders. The previous, the first of the year, was effectively a catch-up as Petra had delayed sales from earlier tenders that occurred in the previous financial year. Carats sold totalled 444,029 carats in the second tender

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