Malawi
Gold
Caledonia Mining appoints contractor for solar power plant
The project is primarily intended to protect the Blanket gold mine from any further deterioration in the electricity supply situation.
Base Metals
IMF approves additional US$101.96 million for Malawi
This is the second disbursement under the RCF that brings total IMF COVID-19 emergency support to Malawi to US$193 million.
Battery metals
Mkango announces rutile and ilmenite discovery in Malawi
Mkango Resources has announced the presence of rutile and ilmenite at its Mchinji project in Malawi.
East Africa
Altona Energy advances African rare earths strategy with new appointments
Altona Energy has appointed two highly experienced consultants as it progresses its African rare earths strategy.
East Africa
Lotus Resources cuts care and maintenance costs at Kayelekera
ASX-listed Lotus Resources has reduced the care and maintenance operating cost guidance at its recently acquired Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi by 75%.
Speciality metals
Altona Energy to acquire stake in rare earth project
Altona Energy has entered a MoU with Akatswiri Mineral Resources to acquire a majority stake in a rare earth mining project in Malawi.
Battery metals
Mkango Resources helps combat COVID-19
“Hopefully, other companies will emulate Mkango’s generosity and allow us to provide care to all our patients," says Dr Singatiya Stella Chikumbanje.
Energy
Mkango launches project to use recycled rare earth magnets
Mkango has launched the Innovate UK grant funded project, “Rare-Earth Recycling for E-Machines” in which HyProMag is a partner.
East Africa
Force Commodities completes maiden prospect drilling at Malawi project
Force Commodities has completed a drilling campaign at the Small Canyon prospect of the Tshimpala project, located in the Republic of Malawi.
Energy
TECH NEWS: Renewable energy projects in Africa
"Hybrid solutions often provide the best energy mix, especially as battery-storage technology has not yet become cost-competitive."
