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A Gold Mining Stock to Watch as the Metal Soars
myMotherLode - California
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August 19, 2025
The Diamba Sud mine in Senegal contains an estimated 724,000 ounces of gold, 53% higher than last year's estimate. It's currently a golden era for gold. The yellow metal has soared to new all-time highs this year and is dragging a gold mining...
In Europe, longshoremen organize to keep weapons parts from shipping to Israel
The Times of Israel
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August 19, 2025
Located just 50 kilometers (31 miles) from Marseille in southern France, Marseille-Fos is one of the busiest ports in France, handling over 70 million tons of goods a year. In June, dock workers there were busy rummaging frantically through...
Woodside Energy releases 2025 half-year results
The AI Journal
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August 19, 2025
PERTH, Australia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Woodside Energy Group (ASX: WDS) (NYSE: WDS): HALF-YEAR REPORT FOR PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2025 Strong global portfolio delivers value and growth Strong first half performance Determined a fully franked interim...
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank in $1.5bn African energy push
African Business
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August 19, 2025
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank says there is “room to grow” its presence in Africa as it targets $1.5bn of investments in support of the Mission 300 initiative to bring power to underserved areas of the continent. The...
"We could have exported more if we had adequate logistics"
Fresh Plaza
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August 18, 2025
The Senegalese mango season has been "very satisfactory" this year in terms of volume, price, and customer satisfaction, according to Aminata Dominique Diouf, director of Domaine Agricole du Nema. The exporter shares her assessment of the export...
OPEC Partners with African Energy Week 2025
Business Ghana
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OPEC's participation comes at a pivotal moment for African energy. Countries such as Nigeria, Algeria, the Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and Libya – as well as emerging producers like Senegal and Namibia – already play central...
Jah Oil Boss Says Senegal Is The Biggest Protectionist In Africa
The Voice Gambia
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August 18, 2025
By: Nicholas Bass The Managing Director of Jah Oil Company, Momodou Hydara, has alleged that Senegal is the “biggest protectionist of business in Africa,” a practice he says threatens the survival of Gambian industries. Mr. Hydara made the remarks...
UK to boost strategic investments in African mining
New Business Ethiopia
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August 18, 2025
The United Kingdom (UK) is increasing its strategic investments in African mining to secure a reliable supply of both critical and traditional minerals essential for the energy transition and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Home to 30% of the...
United Kingdom (UK) Boosts African Mining Investments In Lead-Up To African Mining Week (AMW) 2025
MENAFN
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August 18, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) Download logo The United Kingdom (UK) is increasing its strategic investments in African mining to secure a reliable supply of both critical and traditional minerals essential for the energy transition and the...
Job opportunity: IFC seeks Operations Analyst in Senegal
ESI Africa
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August 18, 2025
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is seeking a highly motivated Operations Analyst to join the team in Senegal and support the region. Closing date: 28 August 2025 The Operations Analyst will join the Financial Institutions Group (FIG),...
Africa witnessing huge leap in solar energy use
Down to Earth
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The report predicted that this domination of the southern and northern parts of the continent is likely to be maintained going forward. “In 2025, new capacity that became operational predominantly came from southern Africa. While South Africa...
Trade Finance Key to Africa’s Industrial Leap
News Ghana
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August 16, 2025
A $10 million deal to supply processed onions to Senegal slipped through West African hands last year, landing with European exporters instead. Why? Local growers couldn’t secure financing for basic processing equipment despite abundant raw...
Senegal's Prime Minister Moves To Increase Tobacco Taxes To Save Lives, Stimulate Economic Growth
MENAFN
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August 13, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Statement of Bintou Camara Bityeki, Regional Director of Africa Programs, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids WASHINGTON, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids applauds Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane...
UAE and Senegal Forge Strategic Water Investment Alliance in Africa
Arabian Post
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August 16, 2025
Greenlogue/AP The United Arab Emirates and Senegal have formalised a significant partnership aimed at addressing Africa’s escalating water and sanitation challenges. This collaboration, announced during the 2025 UN Ocean Conference, underscores a...
Senegal’s cement demand expands 9% in June
International Cement Review
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August 12, 2025
Cement consumption in Senegal advanced by 8.7 per cent YoY to 567,800t in June 2025 when compared with June 2024, when domestic sales were 522,400t, according to the country’s Ministry of the Economy. Producers increased their output by 5.6 per...
Senegal: Solar + storage project leads the way in West Africa
ESI Africa
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August 12, 2025
Described as a first for West Africa, a solar PV installation with battery storage project dedicated to frequency regulation has been commissioned in Senegal. The Walo Storage project in Bokhol is already connected to the National Electricity...
OPEC Backs African Energy Week in Landmark Partnership for Continent’s Voice
News Ghana
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August 15, 2025
OPEC has joined as an official partner of African Energy Week (AEW) 2025, marking a historic alignment set to amplify Africa’s influence in global energy policy. The collaboration, announced by Invest in African Energies, positions the continent...
UAE, Senegal unite to boost water investment across Africa
GCC Business News
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August 15, 2025
The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Senegal, co-hosts of the 2026 UN Water Conference, have partnered to advance the water investment agenda in Africa ahead of the event. In collaboration with AUDA-NEPAD, the Children’s Investment Fund...
Energy Minister Says No Oil Discovered in The Gambia
Foroyaa Newspaper
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August 11, 2025
By Assan Bah Mr. Nani Juwara, the Minister of Petroleum, Energy and Mines said no oil has been discovered in the Gambia so far, despite the numerous explorations made by international oil marketing companies. Mr. Juwara made the disclosure during...
UAE, Senegal strengthen partnership on water investment in Africa
Zawya
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Today at the Africa Water Investment Summit, the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Senegal, as co-hosts of the 2026 UN Water Conference, in partnership with AUDA-NEPAD, Children Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), Global Water Partnership...