This week’s Mining Wrap tracks key developments across Africa’s mining sector, from new gold and copper projects to advances in automation, equipment and clean energy. Mining companies in Ethiopia, Namibia, Zambia and South Africa are moving projects forward, while OEMs and technology providers deploy new systems to improve safety, productivity and fleet performance.
3 minSundar Pichai Introduces Google Gemini 2.0: A Leap into the Agentic AI Era
1 minAnushka: Low-Budget Humanoid Robot Revolutionizes Robotics with AI and Innovation
3 minTrend Micro Stops Deepfakes and AI-Based Cyberattacks for Consumers and Enterprises
1 minYouTube Introduces Exciting New Features for Premium Users
3 minAI Redefined: Sightful Unveils Refined Spacetop G1 AR Laptop for Sale
6 minApple Unveils Ground-breaking AI Integration and Software Updates at WWDC
2 minSpotify Introduces AI-Powered Playlist Creation Feature
2 minVision Neue Klasse X: BMW Unveils Next-Generation Electric SUV Concept
founder-fridaysBuying a vehicle is supposed to end with the right car. But years spent on the sales floor taught Shane Mamile that getting there was not always that simple. The challenge was not just selling a vehicle, but understanding what the customer actually wanted and finding a way to deliver it.
energyMozambique is increasing scrutiny of costs declared by operators of its largest natural gas projects, with a new audit covering developments led by TotalEnergies, Eni and ExxonMobil in the Rovuma Basin.
energyThe financing is still conditional, but it gives Global Atomic a clearer path to developing its Dasa project in Niger. The United States has approved a debt facility of up to $414.2 million for Global Atomic's Dasa uranium project in Niger.
start-upsSouth Africa’s National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) and the National Empowerment Fund (NEF) have committed R100 million to a new National Youth Fund aimed at helping youth-owned businesses access finance and business development support.
investmentsA new Chemical Plant Development in Botswana Highlights the Changing Supply-Chain Landscape that is Driving more investment in Africa
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motoringAfrica has no shortage of plans to build more cars. The harder part may be keeping up with what is being put inside them. Newer vehicles are arriving with more electronic control units, sensors, software and battery technology.
Trade & IndustryNigeria's technology industry does not only have a skills problem. For many people who already have the skills, the harder part is finding the money, work experience and opportunities to put them to use.
investmentsThe African Development Bank and South Korea's Export-Import Bank (KEXIM) have signed a five year agreement covering projects in Africa. The deal covers energy, transport, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence and critical minerals.
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