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Africa Mining Forum will highlight investment and exploration
"Looking ahead, collaboration between government, civil society and the private sector will play an important role in helping African economies and supply chains rebuild."
Gold
How the Employment Equity Amendment Bill will affect your business
South Africa is facing a double dilemma right now in terms of unemployment and skills. It has one of the highest unemployment rates in the world.
Battery metals
Seven mining companies partner with World Economic Forum
Seven leading mining and metals companies have partnered with the World Economic Forum to accelerate responsible sourcing and sustainability practices.
Gold
Open Mineral awarded technology pioneer by World Economic Forum
Open Mineral is a start-up built by a team of industry professionals to standardize transparent pricing in archaic physical commodity trade.
Battery metals
Eurasian Resources Group implements blockchain solution at Metalkol RTR
Diversified natural resources group Eurasian Resources Group, a founding member of the Global Battery Alliance, a World Economic Forum initiative, will be piloting a blockchain-based solution built on the IBM Blockchain Platform.
Top Stories
The high human cost of cobalt mining
Unfortunately, the acquisition of cobalt often comes with unsavory and antiquated methods. It’s an excellent time to freshen up knowledge on why (or if) we need it and if there is an alternative way to obtain it.
Features & Analysis
Sustainable energy mix for Africa is essential
In Africa, access to affordable power remains a major issue for the economic well-being of the continent. The question of how this power will be supplied is one all countries are grappling with.
Business and policy
Cyril Ramaphosa can help solve mining impasse in South Africa
The mining industry in South Africa is in danger of becoming paralyzed by litigation and adversarial relationships that hinder our country’s ability to benefit from...
International
Sustainability in mining: how to be a leader
Author: Gillian Davidson - Head of Mining & Metals at the World Economic Forum.
The World Economic Forum has launched Mining and Metals in a Sustainable World...
