Albemarle, a leading lithium producer, unveils a cost-cutting plan involving job reductions, project delays, and the sale of its Liontown stake.
Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe

Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe
Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe, with her four-year tenure as a writer, fervently champions early leadership ideals. Her flagship program, "From Seed to Sequoia Initiative," is a testament to her commitment, where she mentors secondary school students, helping shape their futures. Ikeoluwa emphasizes the transformative power of human connections. She strongly asserts that genuine, authentic friendships and relationships are the foundational pillars that drive individual and collective success. Guiding young minds, she believes in laying down roots of integrity, passion, and resilience.
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Booyco Electronics pioneers mine safety technology in response to South Africa’s safety regulations, reducing accidents and fatalities in the mining industry.
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Seven new mining licences have been granted for graphite projects in Tanzania, enhancing Marula Mining’s exploration efforts in the region.
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The collapse of an illegal goldmine in Tanzania claims 22 lives, revealing persistent challenges in small-scale mining safety despite government efforts.
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Uranium prices reach a 15-year peak as Kazakhstan’s Kazatomprom warns of potential supply challenges due to sulfuric acid shortages and construction delays.
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Gem Diamonds and Lucara Diamond have uncovered impressive high-quality diamonds in Lesotho and Botswana, offering hope to the diamond market.
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De Beers invests $1 billion to shift Jwaneng mine in Botswana underground, securing its future in the global diamond industry.
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Genmin achieves a major milestone with a 20-year mining permit for its Baniaka iron-ore project in Gabon, signaling growth prospects.
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The US Supreme Court dismisses Alaska’s attempt to revive the Pebble mine project, citing concerns over its environmental impact.
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A heroic rescue mission in Zimbabwe as all 15 miners trapped in the Redwing mine collapse are miraculously saved. Details inside.