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Zambian mining prospects will be tied to politics

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ZAMBIA

That might mostly be jockeying in a dispute over electricity price rises with the state-owned power supplier. In contrast, Vedanta Resources, one of the leading players in…

Zimbabwean mining push faces vested interests

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ZIMBABWE

Zimbabwe mining prospects.

South African mining sector faces further uncertainty

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SOUTH AFRICA

Mining sector improvement?

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…

International supply chains pose green challenges

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INTERNATIONAL

Trade-offs with other policy concerns such as domestic job creation pose political dilemmas. Both green technology products and their inputs are increasingly seen as strategic…

Zambia faces default despite bondholders’ reprieve

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ZAMBIA

However, rather than reject Lusaka's proposal, a group of creditors abstained from the vote, forcing an adjournment until November 13. That date coincides with the end of Zambia’s…

Protests to pile more pressure on Sierra Leone leader

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SIERRA LEONE

Political outlook for Sierra Leone.

Pandemic will not stop international climate action

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INTERNATIONAL

This has deprived social movements of opportunities to mobilise public opinion. However, a recent surge of major economies and businesses setting long-term ‘net zero’ emission…

South Africa’s Eskom frailties will be put to the test

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SOUTH AFRICA

Eskom's overhaul.

UK investment in Africa will lag international rivals

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UK/AFRICA

UK-Africa trade, investment.