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    • African Mining Week Returns to Cape Town, 14–16 October 2026
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African Mining Week Returns to Cape Town, 14–16 October 2026

Africa’s premier mining forum will unite governments, investors and industry leaders to explore critical resources, sustainability initiatives and digital innovations across the continent’s growing mining sector

African Mining Week (AMW), Africa’s premier mining forum, returns to the Cape Town International Convention Center from 14–16 October 2026, under the theme, “Mining the Future: Critical Resources, Sustainability and Community Development.” The event will convene mining companies, investors, policymakers and technology providers to discuss Africa’s evolving mining landscape, from…

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Liberia secures Global Environment Facility (GEF) approval for landmark mercury-reduction project in the gold mining sector, backed by the African Development Bank Group

The initiative marks Liberia’s entry into the planetGOLD programme, a global effort supported by the GEF that has already assisted more than 20 countries in reducing mercury use while improving environmental health and livelihoods

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved a transformative project developed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia and supported by the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) to dramatically reduce mercury pollution from artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM). The project, with $7.67 million in GEF financing and an…

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    • Powering Mines & Industry Launches, Outlining Africa's Pathway to Clean Energy Manufacturing Leadership
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Powering Mines & Industry Launches, Outlining Africa's Pathway to Clean Energy Manufacturing Leadership

Available as a free downloadable PDF, the publication delivers a comprehensive analysis of the critical nexus between mining, industrial power demand, and Africa’s potential to become a global clean energy manufacturing leader

ESI Africa is thrilled to announce the release of Volume 6 of Powering Mines & Industry, addressing one of the most critical themes shaping Africa’s future: the intersection of mining, industrial power, and the global energy transition. This volume is essential reading for professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of…

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    • MSGBC Conference to Spotlight Regional Infrastructure, Logistics Opportunities
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MSGBC Conference to Spotlight Regional Infrastructure, Logistics Opportunities

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 will feature a panel on integrated infrastructure and logistics connecting regional resources to global markets

Major milestones across the MSGBC basin are accelerating the region’s rise as a leading African energy hub, with the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG project commencing commercial operations and Senegal’s Sangomar oilfield coming online. These achievements mark a decisive shift in the basin’s capabilities, positioning the MSGBC region as a…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Mineral and Petroleum Resources Committee Welcomes Significant Turnaround in Central Energy Fund’s Financial Performance

The CEF Group reported a net profit of R553 million for the year under review, representing a 194% turnaround from the previous financial year’s R552 million loss

The Portfolio Committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources has welcomed the Central Energy Fund’s (CEF) marked improvement in financial performance for the 2024/25 financial year, following the entity’s briefing to the committee on Tuesday on its annual report. The CEF Group reported a net profit of R553 million for the…

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    • One Week to Go: MSGBC Conference to Unveil Next Phase of Regional Growth
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One Week to Go: MSGBC Conference to Unveil Next Phase of Regional Growth

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 kicks off in one week, uniting regional leaders and investors to drive West Africa’s energy growth

With just one week to go until the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition, West Africa’s premier energy and mining conference is preparing to welcome regional and international stakeholders to Dakar. Taking place from December 8-10, 2025 at the Centre International de Conférences Abdou Diouf (CICAD), the…

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FG Gold, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and Afreximbank Achieve Financial Close on US$330 Million Senior Debt Financing for Baomahun Gold Project

This milestone unlocks one of the most significant project financing deals in the country’s history and supports Sierra Leone’s ambition to responsibly harness its mineral resources

FG Gold Limited (“FG Gold”) is pleased to announce that it has achieved financial close and the first drawdown on its US$330 million Senior Debt Financing with Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), for its Baomahun Gold Project, marking the development of Sierra Leone’s flagship…

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FG Gold, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and Afreximbank Achieve Financial Close on US$330 Million Senior Debt Financing for Baomahun Gold Project

During operations, the mine is expected to support up to 900 direct and indirect jobs, contribute approximately 10% of national GDP, and stimulate substantial local supply chain growth

FG Gold Limited (“FG Gold”) is pleased to announce that it has achieved financial close and the first drawdown on its US$330 million Senior Debt Financing with Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), for its Baomahun Gold Project, marking the development of Sierra Leone’s flagship…

United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)
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United Nations (UN) and Italy review progress on clearing Misratah blast site

The blast originated from an ammunition depot located in a populated area, where unstable munitions ignited and triggered a large secondary explosion

The Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UN Resident Coordinator (DSRSG/RC) in Libya, accompanied by the Ambassador of Italy, visited Misratah on 23 November to assess efforts to remove remaining hazards from the site of the 31 August explosion. “The United Nations stand with the families and communities affected…

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FG Gold, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), and Afreximbank Achieve Financial Close on US$330 Million Senior Debt Financing for Baomahun Gold Project

During operations, the mine is expected to support up to 900 direct and indirect jobs, contribute approximately 10% of national GDP, and stimulate substantial local supply chain growth

FG Gold Limited (“FG Gold”) (https://FGGoldMining.com/) is pleased to announce that it has achieved financial close and the first drawdown on its US$330 million Senior Debt Financing with Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), for its Baomahun Gold Project, marking the development of Sierra Leone’s flagship large-scale…