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Congo mining dispute sends a warning to investors

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The DRC is the world’s largest cobalt producer by far, accounting for some 70% of total world production. The outcome of the dispute therefore has significant implications for…

Zambia's new mining tax regime could backfire

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ZAMBIA

The new rules remove corporate tax, but hike mining royalties to 20% for open pit mines (up from 6%), and 8% for underground mines (also up from 6%). Some flexibility in the…

South Africa's minerals bill could prompt legal battle

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SOUTH AFRICA

The government's persistence in revising the Mining Charter, despite claims by industry that the process of developing the amendments was not inclusive.

Zambian mining sector could see further instability

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ZAMBIA

Zambian mining instability.

Tanzania mining reforms set stage for new negotiations

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TANZANIA

Earlier in July, the National Assembly passed three bills overhauling the regulatory framework for the extractive industries. Together, they constitute an attempt to squeeze…

Conflict looms between Congo and mining companies

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CONGO-KINSHASA

Congo's new mining code.

South Africa mining sector restructuring will hasten

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SOUTH AFRICA

The threat of future strikes is a blow to government attempts to address investor unease, which it is seeking to do by soothing tensions between unions and miners, and improving…

Congo expects mining companies to accept deals

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CONGO-KINSHASA

CONGO-KINSHASA: Government expects mining compromise

Zimbabwean mining push faces vested interests

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ZIMBABWE

Zimbabwe mining prospects.

Tanzania diamond probe presages new mining disputes

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TANZANIA

TANZANIA: Diamond probe presages new mining disputes