A rebound in China’s imports of seaborne thermal coal has helped prices recover, but the boost is likely to prove temporary as recent strength in coal-fired electricity generation eases. China, the world’s biggest coal producer and importer, is expected to import 27.41 million metric tons of seaborne thermal coal in September, according to data compiled […]

Anglo American and Chile’s state-run Codelco have finalised an agreement to jointly operate their neighbouring Chilean copper mines in a deal aimed at generating at least $5 billion from higher production and cost savings, they said on Tuesday. The plan will bring together certain operations at Codelco’s Andina mine and Anglo American’s Los Bronces mine in […]

Social impact in mining refers to the wide-ranging consequences, both positive and negative, that mining activities have on the social fabric of affected communities and individuals. This includes effects on employment, local economies, social services, cultural practices, health, and human rights, but also encompasses changes in population dynamics and community well-being. Mining companies and regulators must […]

India’s steel industry will not see much direct impact from U.S. tariffs, but the European Union’s carbon tax will affect steel exports, the country’s steel secretary Sandeep Poundrik said at the FT Live Energy Transition Summit India on Wednesday. Roughly two-thirds of India’s steel exports go to Europe, while exports to the U.S. are negligible. […]

Supplies of used gold jewellery and coins, typically released when investors book profits, have been scarce in India, as many expect bullion prices to continue climbing even after reaching new highs almost every week. This contrasts with March, when spot gold first crossed $3,000 an ounce and retail customers rushed to sell their holdings, triggering […]

The construction and mining industries are increasingly focused on sustainability, safety, and efficiency, making compliance and certification a key priority for aggregate plant operations. Meeting both regional and international standards ensures that plants can operate legally, reduce environmental impact, and maintain competitiveness in global markets. For companies planning to invest in or upgrade an aggregate […]

The aggregates industry in Latin America is experiencing rapid transformation as infrastructure projects expand across the region. From highways and bridges to urban development, the demand for high-quality aggregates has grown significantly. At the same time, contractors and mining operators face mounting pressure to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and meet sustainability standards. Against this backdrop, […]

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a methodology used to measure the environmental impacts of a product or service across its entire life cycle, from raw material extraction through to end-of-life disposal. It accounts for all material, energy, water inputs, and emissions at each stage and evaluates their potential effects across categories such as climate change, […]

Author Mr. Yussif Jean Marais BCom (Financial Management), SAICA Articles, Management Development Program, Certificates in Advanced Project Management, Master of Business Leadership (Change Management), Certified Six Sigma, Advanced Business Studies Head of Africa, Spearsage – Spearsage Group, Australia Ghana Office: Africa Trade House, Cruickshank Road, West Ridge, Accra Abstract Africa remains one of the world’s […]