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Chinese Maolong New Materials company and Moroccan Sinam Group (Global Steel) have joined forces and established a HIsmelt plant in Morocco. HIsmelt is a smelting process for producing iron from iron ore using non-coking coal, which allows for the production of high-quality molten pig iron without the need for traditional agglomeration methods. This technology allows […]
The Algeria-backed Polisario Front has suffered a fresh diplomatic setback at the recent Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit, where its efforts to gain support for its separatist agenda were quietly rebuffed. The summit’s final communiqué made no mention of the Polisario or its self-proclaimed Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), signaling a shift in regional […]
Morocco is testing floating solar panels on a major reservoir near Tangier to reduce water evaporation and generate green energy, to power the nearby Tanger Med port complex while tackling the impact of the kingdom’s worst drought in decades, local media reported. The pilot project, launched in late 2024, aims to reduce water loss from […]
Critical Mineral Resources PLC, listed on the London Stock Exchange, has initiated a 6,000-meter diamond drilling program at its Agadir Melloul copper-silver project in Morocco’s western Anti-Atlas region. The campaign aims to confirm potential resources of 150,000 to 200,000 tons of contained copper at an average projected grade of 1.2 percent. The first-phase operation involves […]
Morocco is redrawing its grain import map as the country grapples with persistent drought and shifting global supply dynamics The government expects cereal imports to reach 7.5 million tons during the 2024–2025 crop year, up from 6.5 million tons the previous year. The increase comes as domestic production continues to suffer from severe rainfall deficits. […]
Airbus Helicopters will provide Morocco ten H225M Caracal multi-role tactical transport helicopters, according to press reports, saying the deal has been finally sealed after marathon negotiations. Morocco’s interest in the H225M dates back to December 2021 as the country seeks to modernize its helicopter fleet and replace its SA330 Puma helicopters. But the negotiations were […]
The Royal Navy and the American Navy conducted lately joint exercises focusing on hydrographic surveys, technical diving and security operations for installations at the port of Casablanca. The joint naval exercises, held from August 17 to 31, seek to enhance interoperability and maritime security and protect ports facilities against terrorist threats targeting global maritime trade. […]
Moroccan mining group Managem said it has officially commenced gold production at its Boto mine in southeastern Senegal, in an investment that totalled 350 million euros. Located in the Kédougou region, the Boto mine is expected to produce an average of 160,000 ounces of gold annually over its first three years, with total reserves estimated […]
As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, Australian mining companies are ramping up their presence across Africa, positioning the country as a key player in the global energy transition. With Africa holding an estimated 30% of the world’s known mineral resources, Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)-listed companies are seizing the opportunity, specialized Australian website mining.com.au said […]
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed Haytham Eissa Head of the Bank’s Office in Morocco, in replacement Antoine Sallé de Chou. Mr Eissa said: “Building on the EBRD’s strong track record in Morocco, I am committed to driving even greater impact in the years ahead. We will continue to invest in […]