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22 Apr 2026 | Market News

Uganda’s gold reserve strategy signals new era of resource-backed monetary policy

Uganda has taken a decisive step toward reshaping its monetary strategy, with the central bank formally launching a gold purchasing programme aimed at strengthening its foreign reserves.

16 Apr 2026 | Market News

Partnerships, not promises: Traditional leaders call for inclusive development

As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, the question facing Africa’s mining sector is no longer just how to extract resources - but how to ensure the continent’s communities share meaningfully in the value created.

15 Apr 2026 | Market News

Bridging standards and reality: How IRMA and Eramet are advancing responsible mining

The push to align Africa’s mining sector with global sustainability standards is gaining tangible momentum, as industry and civil society leaders highlight practical progress on the ground.

14 Apr 2026 | Event News

A Bold New Chapter for Mining Indaba

A refreshed identity that reflects our evolving role in connecting the industry, shaping progress, and driving lasting change.

14 Apr 2026 | Market News

How value chains are shaping the future of African mining 

For a long time, the conversation around mining in Africa has been relatively straightforward: what resources exist, where they are located, and how they can be extracted. But that conversation has shifted. 

10 Apr 2026 | Market News

Learning from oil & gas: a vision for mining innovation

The mining industry does not need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to innovation and technology adoption; it can learn from adjacent sectors, particularly oil and gas.

09 Apr 2026 | Market News

Partnership‑led infrastructure: a pragmatic path to water security

Partnership‑led infrastructure is not an experimental sideline, it is central to unlocking sustainable growth, resilience and competitive advantage in South Africa’s core sectors.

08 Apr 2026 | Market News

Africa’s rare earths moment hinges on value chains, not just resources

Africa’s vast rare earth reserves are drawing renewed global attention, but without integrated value chains and coordinated investment, the continent risks repeating its historical pattern of exporting raw materials with limited economic return.