【Canada, Mexi】Op-Ed: How Canada and Mexico can align a critical minerals strategy

Editor’s NoteThis analysis highlights the strategic shift driving recent mineral supply chain announcements. As nations increasingly view critical…

【Lagos, Niger】FG unveils Lagos gold refinery, pushes $600m lithium plant launch

Editor’s NoteNigeria is advancing its strategy to capture more value from its mineral resources. This report details the launch of a key gold…

【Australia】Rising Potential of Stibnite to Secure Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the surprising journey of stibnite, from its toxic historical uses in ancient eyeliner and dubious medicinal pills…

Noboa Government Seeks Investors to Build a Gold Refinery in Ecuador

Editor’s NoteEcuador is seeking private investment to build a domestic gold refinery, a move aimed at capturing more value from its mineral resources…

【Montepuez, M】Gemfields Nears Completion of Major Processing Plant in Mozambique Amid Operational Challenges

Editor’s NoteGemfields reports its Montepuez ruby mine expansion is 95% complete, with the new $70 million plant set to triple processing capacity…

【Ecuador】Ecuador Considers Building a Gold Refinery

Editor’s NoteEcuador is seeking to revive a long-planned gold refinery project through foreign private investment, with Deputy Mining Minister Javier…

【Cabo Delgado】Mozambique: Cabo Delgado Ruby Mine Plans to Triple Processing Capacity with $70M Investment

Editor’s NoteThis article details a significant expansion plan by Montepuez Ruby Mining in Mozambique, aiming to triple processing capacity with a…

【Tanzania】Tanzania’s Mineral Value Addition Drive Gathers Pace

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the concept of mineral value addition—the process of transforming raw minerals into higher-value products. A…