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Mo Shine covers the geopolitics, logistics and diplomacy of critical-mineral extraction in the Global South, with a focus on how African statecraft shapes what investors and operators can actually build. He spent more than a decade in newspaper journalism, as sub-editor and executive editor, and has worked with Skillings since 2009. His current work tracks the Lobito Corridor and other Western-backed rail routes, and what they change for working capital, regional diplomacy and operator resilience across the Central African Copperbelt.
Explore how the mining industry is transitioning from diesel dependence to sustainable solutions through electrification and hydrogen technologies. Learn about the three-phase approach guiding the shift…
Explore the growing community resistance in North Leitrim against gold mining as Treasure Leitrim mobilizes residents to protect their landscape and heritage. Learn about the crucial…
Sydney, Australia – Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX), Australia’s largest independent coal miner, forecasted further gains in metallurgical coal prices on Friday, citing global supply constraints and…
Explore the challenges facing China’s steel industry as weak demand and faltering real estate slow economic recovery efforts. Learn about the World Steel Association’s forecast and…
Discover how Türkiye is expanding its global mining footprint with key agreements in China and Africa, focusing on rare earth elements and critical minerals. Learn about…
Discover the latest insights into copper plate prices declines driven by weak demand and overproduction in key markets like China and the U.S. Explore market trends,…
The BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has entered into a groundbreaking native title project agreement with the Barada Barna Aboriginal Corporation (BBAC), marking a significant step in…
Discover how the ECB rate cuts and positive LBMA sentiment are driving gold prices to new highs. Explore expert predictions for gold reaching $3,000 and silver's…
Residents of Hood County, Texas, have filed a lawsuit against Marathon Digital Holdings over excessive noise pollution caused by Bitcoin mining operations. This legal action, led…
India’s mining and construction equipment (MCE) industry is poised for rapid growth, fueled by infrastructure development and government-backed localization efforts. Projected to reach USD 25 billion…
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