TotalEnergies Selected for $4.5 Billion Hydropower Project in Mozambique

Mozambique has chosen a consortium led by TotalEnergies and Electricite de France for a $4.5 billion hydropower project, as the investment in clean energy continues to rise. According to a government statement cited by Bloomberg on Friday, the project aims to construct the Mphanda Nkuwa dam, which will have a capacity of 1,500 megawatts, and an associated transmission line. The primary objective is to alleviate the power crisis in the region. The consortium includes the

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DRC’s Gold Exports Generate $1,104.0 Billion USD by the End of 2022

In a recent annual report published on the Ministry of Mines website, it has been revealed that the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) exported a total of 28,306.26 kilograms of gold in 2022. The exports generated a revenue of 1.104 billion US dollars during the evaluated period. The report also highlights the dominance of KibaIi Gold and MCCR in the industrial exploitation of unrefined gold exports. KibaIi Gold accounted for 99.83% of the exports, while

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DRC’s Diamond Exports Reach $145.9 Million by the End of 2022

Diamond exports from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) generated over $145.9 million in revenue throughout 2022, according to statistical data published by the Ministry of Mines. The 2022 annual report reveals that diamond exports to the Democratic Republic of Congo amounted to 11,683,439.31 carats. Artisanal production dominated diamond production in the country during the analyzed period, accounting for more than 7,353,996.44 carats and generating a total of $83.7 million. When examining artisanal diamond mining

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Oil closes the week at $77

The Brent barrel, a reference for Angola’s oil exports, closed the week of May 22-26 at $77.14, a price that is more than $10 below the $85 taken as the baseline price in the 2023 State Budget (OGE/2023). It is worth noting that the price has been below $80 for over a month now. On April 26, precisely, the barrel was traded at $77.69, during a period when the highest high was $79.54 and the

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Botswana Demands Bigger Diamond Profits in De Beers Renewal Talks

President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana has again taken aim at the longstanding partnership with diamond giant De Beers, launching a scathing attack and vowing not to settle for anything less than an improved agreement. The current deal, set to expire next month, grants Botswana a 25% share of rough diamonds mined under the partnership, while De Beers retains the majority. Negotiations for a pact renewal are underway, with Botswana pushing for a higher stake in

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Market Report: Nigeria Introduces New Oil & Gas Regulations

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva, has announced the introduction of six new regulations derived from the Petroleum Industry Act 2021 in Nigeria. These regulations aim to promote sustainable growth in the midstream and downstream sectors of the oil and gas industry, providing clarity for industry operators and regulators. The new regulations are designed to facilitate industry expansion, economic development, and prosperity. They cover various aspects, including midstream and downstream operations,

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Top 5 Innovative Mining Techniques

An influx of cutting-edge technologies and digital innovations in the mining industry are poised to transform the sector while enhancing efficiency, sustainability and safety standards in the extraction and processing of minerals. The increasing digitization of mines will allow service companies and operators to improve accuracy and recoverability, thus reducing carbon emissions and operational costs. Spatial Data Visualization With many mines operating in remote and hostile environments, 3D mapping and modelling will enable mining companies to improve mineral recovery

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Angolan President Asserts Importance of Construction Sector Development

Angola’s President, H.E. João Lourenço, has affirmed the country’s commitment towards the development of its construction and regional planning sectors to promote socioeconomic development. H.E. President Lourenço’s statements were made during the appointment of a new Secretary of State for Urbanism and Housing, Manuel André da Costa Canguezeze, last week, with the Head of State stressing the importance of infrastructure with regards to diversifying the economy and attracting international investors. “We hope that this appointment and swearing

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Information Portal Launched to Promote Diamond Mining Activities

The diamond market now has a new information portal called “Diamond Impact,” which was launched yesterday with the aim of disseminating social activities carried out by companies in the sector for the benefit of communities. This was launched on Wednesday in Luanda and is managed by the Bumbar Mining Group, a company specializing in industry affairs. The platform provides digital, print, and multimedia information, showcasing community sustainability projects in diamond mining areas for the benefit

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Top 5 Licensing Rounds to Watch in West Africa

With as many as 12 licensing rounds expected to close in West Africa in the coming months, interest from international oil companies (IOC) is expected to bring significant investment into the region’s exploration and development sectors. Following the recent discoveries of sizeable oil and gas plays throughout the continent, new licensing rounds are expected to position West Africa as a frontier exploration hub and usher in a new era of industry growth, energy security and

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