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SQM and Andrada Launch Drilling at Namibia’s Lithium Ridge

Andrada Mining Limited (AIM: ATM, OTCQB: ATMTF), the critical minerals producer with operations in Namibia, has commenced exploration drilling at its Lithium Ridge project in partnership with Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile SA (SQM) through its subsidiary SQM Australia (Pty) Ltd. The campaign marks a major step in the …

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Namibia Overhauls Mining Law to Maximize National Benefit

Namibia is undertaking a significant legislative overhaul of its mining sector, aiming to strike a new balance between attracting foreign investment and ensuring its citizens gain a fairer share of the nation’s mineral wealth. This ambitious reform, which is currently under review, signals a new era for one of Africa’s …

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Namibia’s Mining Union Pushes for Control as Industry Transforms

As Namibia’s mining sector attracts new investment and embraces digitalisation, the Mineworkers’ Union of Namibia (MUN) is taking an increasingly assertive stance to ensure workers benefit from the industry’s rapid transformation. The union, led by its general secretary, is positioning itself as a central player in national policy debates, demanding …

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Andrada Mining Completes New Tin Processing Plant to Boost Production

Andrada Mining Ltd. has completed construction of a new tin processing plant at its flagship Uis Mine in Namibia, a move aimed at significantly boosting its production capacity and strengthening its market position. The company announced the new facility, known as the Jig Plant, was completed on schedule and within …

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NBL, QKR Namibia Navachab champion responsible alcohol

Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) and QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Mine have launched a strategic partnership to promote responsible alcohol and moderate consumption. The programme equips employees with the knowledge, skills, and support to make informed decisions about responsible and moderate consumption, impacting the broader Namibian corporate sector’s commitment to fostering …

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Namibia’s Resource Boom Puts It on the Map for Investors

Namibia, a country known for its vast deserts and sparse population, is fast becoming a hotbed for global investment, leveraging its rich natural resources to fuel an ambitious economic transformation. The nation, under the new leadership of President H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, is embarking on a multi-industry boom that spans …

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BME Sets Stage for Green Explosives in SADC Mining

Omnia Holdings subsidiary BME, in partnership with Swedish-based Hypex Bio Explosives Technology (Hypex Bio), is extending its collaboration beyond Canada by initiating an infrastructure and product development programme for the Southern African Development Community (SADC) market. The two companies will gradually introduce the world’s first commercially available hydrogen peroxide explosives …

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Andrada Accelerates Growth of Tin Production

A tin producer, Andrada Mining Limited (AIM: ATM, OTCQB: ATMTF) with a portfolio of critical raw materials mining and exploration assets in Namibia, has completed construction of the second processing plant (“Jig Plant”) at its flagship Uis mine. The Jig Plant was delivered on time and within budget, with commissioning …

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Rhino Resources Joins AEW 2025 as Gold Partner

As a key player in Africa’s energy landscape, Rhino Resources has cemented its position by joining African Energy Week (AEW) Invest in African Energies 2025, taking place from 29 September – 3 October 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa as a Gold Partner. This participation will strengthen its commitment to …

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Namibian Mining Sector Defies Global Slump on Uranium, Gold Gains

Namibia’s mining industry is proving resilient in the face of a sluggish global economy, buoyed by strong performance in key commodities like uranium, gold, and copper. The sector’s stability is a bright spot amid broader economic concerns, according to the latest report from the Chamber of Mines of Namibia. Despite …

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