From lab to grid: making LDES bankableMarch 28, 2026 12:13 pmESS NewsThe grid already faces multi-hour and multi-day imbalances caused by transmission constraints, renewable intermittency, and extreme weather volatility. The rapid addition of data centers further complicates this situation, adding peak load to an already …
Africa Holds the World’s Green Minerals and Barely ProfitsMarch 28, 2026 11:30 amNews GhanaWhen Ghana’s Labour Minister Dr. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo stood before delegates at the African Federation of Miners and Mineral Wealth (AFMMW) meeting in Accra on Wednesday, his message was blunt: Africa holds the resources the world needs most, yet its …
China's new ecological and environmental codeMarch 28, 2026 9:51 amThe Express TribuneChina's consolidation of its environmental laws into a unified code represents a notable developmentThe writer holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne and is the author of Development, Poverty and Power in Pakistan, available from Routledge
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Lunch Wrap: ASX dips as Trump adds 10 days to Iran deadline, oil stocks surgeMarch 28, 2026 9:35 amStockheadThe ASX remains choppy as Trump adds 10 days to Iran deadline. Pic: Getty Images
Markets wobble as Trump kicks the can
Energy stocks surge again, while miners get whacked
BlueScope to monetise its 1,200-hectare land
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Closing Bell: ASX holds onto weekly gain despite Friday dipMarch 28, 2026 9:32 amStockheadDespite murky conditions, the ASX somehow managed to hold onto a 1% gain this week. Pic: Getty Images
ASX dips 0.11%, having added as much as 2.8% over past five trading days
Energy has bumped up 18.31% over the past month, leading gains on the ASX
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Three Strategic Mineral Assets of Portugal: Copper, Tungsten and LithiumMarch 28, 2026 8:22 amThe Portugal NewsSince December 2025, the price of Tungsten as a strategic war metal has leaped on world markets by an astonishing 550% due almost entirely to requirements for weaponry intended for the use of USA and NATO in the conflict zones of Ukraine and Iran.
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Charged, but Unchanged: The EV DelusionMarch 28, 2026 8:05 amThe PioneerEvery civilisation in crisis reaches first for the solution that requires it to change the least. This is not cowardice; it is the structural behaviour of the human ego, which will accept any modification to its tools before it will accept an examination …
Middle-Power Multilateralism In A Hard Power WorldMarch 28, 2026 7:50 amNOEMACredits
Nathan Gardels is the editor-in-chief of Noema Magazine. He is also the co-founder of and a senior adviser to the Berggruen Institute.
There are two divergent takes on the lessons derived from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine four years ago, and …
Mines and men: Alake’s turn from promise to powerMarch 28, 2026 7:30 amThe CableStay connected via Google News
In Nigeria’s long search for economic stability, the solid minerals sector has often been treated as a promise waiting to be fulfilled. Rich in resources yet poor in structure, it has lingered on the margins of national …
Parliament adjourns for Easter after passing key legislationMarch 28, 2026 6:48 amGhana Broadcasting CorporationBY: VALENTIA TETTEH
Parliament of Ghana has adjourned for the Easter break, bringing to a close the First Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament after nearly two months of legislative activity.
The session, which commenced on February 3, …
Africa Pushes Resource Control AgendaMarch 28, 2026 5:35 amDaily News TanzaniaDAR ES SALAAM: African countries are increasingly advancing a resource nationalism agenda, seeking to retain greater control over mineral wealth as global demand for critical resources accelerates.
The shift is being driven by a growing realization that …
1414 Degrees untangles data centre energy storage needs with $2.69m raiseMarch 28, 2026 5:15 amStockheadUntangling the transition means more back-up energy storage and high-tech nanoparticle technology to improve batteries. Pic: Getty Images.
Successful $2.69 million placement to support data centres, drones and big power users
Lind Partners facility to be …
Australia poised as ‘global resource rising star’ in electrified world: IEA chiefMarch 28, 2026 5:15 amAustralia MiningAustralia is emerging as a potential “global resource rising star”, with its vast reserves of critical minerals and established mining capabilities positioning it at the centre of the energy transition and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI)- …
MCA’s $44 billion plan to fix northern Australia’s infrastructure missing linkMarch 28, 2026 5:13 amAustralia MiningThe MCA has called for broader infrastructure investment in Northern Australia, emphasising the possibility of unlocking billions in mineral, manufacturing and agricultural wealth. Image: Gary / stock.adobe.com
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A new ‘gold rush’? Miners diversify into critical minerals in India and abroadMarch 28, 2026 4:47 amThe WeekThe gold rush is turning into a rush for critical minerals as miners across India and the world eye the opportunities of the changing world order and the new energy transformation demand. These critical minerals include copper, lithium, cobalt and rare …
Health for Minerals: The Extractive Turn in US Africa PolicyMarch 28, 2026 3:57 amObserver Research FoundationThe trajectory of the United States’ Africa policy under Donald Trump increasingly reflects a shift from pragmatic engagement to a narrower, more extractive form of transactionalism. While US engagement on the continent has traditionally balanced strategic …
Report suggests Alberta could sit on $1 trillion lithium goldmineMarch 28, 2026 3:45 amCanadian Mining JournalThe Canadian Energy Centre reports that Alberta could emerge as a major lithium supplier as global demand for electric vehicle batteries surges, with the province pursuing an innovative extraction method that promises significant environmental advantages …
Critical FindingMarch 28, 2026 12:29 amBOSS Magazine - CaliforniaThe discovery of key minerals at Utah’s Silicon Ridge is a geopolitical game-changer
Millions of years ago, volcanic formations deposited critical minerals like gallium and germanium in the ground, biding their time be discovered by and become useful to …
Critical Mineral Projects to watch ahead of Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2026March 28, 2026 12:12 amRealnews MagazineAfrica
THE Governments from West, Central and Southern Africa, with delegations confirmed for the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris next month, are each advancing critical mineral projects that span processing deals, development-stage assets …
India Steps Up Critical Mineral Strategy with Rare Earth and Lithium ExplorationMarch 27, 2026 10:37 pmChemical Industry DigestGovernment Targets 5,000 Tonnes Rare Earth Magnet Production by 2030
India has intensified its efforts to strengthen domestic capabilities in rare earth permanent magnet production and critical mineral exploration, particularly lithium. Addressing the Lok …
India to Hold Talks with Argentina, Indonesia and Oman to Secure Steel Raw MaterialsMarch 27, 2026 10:34 pmChemical Industry DigestIndia is preparing to hold high-level discussions with Argentina, Indonesia, and Oman next month to strengthen supplies of key steelmaking raw materials, including coking coal and iron ore, while also exploring access to advanced mining technologies.
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DRC cancels 79-block lithium exploration permit held by AVZ MineralsMarch 27, 2026 9:49 pmBusiness Insider AfricaThe Mining Registry (CAMI) published the forfeiture order in accordance with Article 289, paragraph 2, of the Mining Code on March 19, 2026, citing non-payment of annual surface rights for permit PR 4029 in the Manono territory, Tanganyika province.
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Despite U.S. efforts to ease Congo-Rwanda tensions, DRC signs fresh mining deal with ChinaMarch 27, 2026 9:48 pmBusiness Insider AfricaCongo, the world’s top producer of cobalt and a major supplier of copper, lithium and coltan, has signed a fresh mining cooperation deal with China, reinforcing its central role in the global energy transition.
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India to boost critical mineral exploration, push startup-led mining ecosystem: Dr Jitendra SinghMarch 27, 2026 6:27 pmThe Sentinel - Assam NewsNEW DELHI: India is stepping up efforts to explore critical minerals, promote startups in mining and build strong domestic supply chains to reduce import dependence, Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Thursday.
Speaking at the governing body …
Putin’s bullion heist as gold and lithium are looted from occupied UkraineMarch 27, 2026 5:47 pmLondonlovesBusinessRussia has started auctioning off natural resource assets in occupied areas of Ukraine, including a valuable gold deposit, which is likely to escalate international outrage over the exploitation of seized land.
According to a Reuters report, the …
Parliament breaks for Easter after passing key billsMarch 27, 2026 4:33 pmMyJoyOnlineParliament is expected to rise today for the Easter recess, drawing the First Meeting of the Second Session of the 9th Parliament to a close after nearly two months of legislative work.
The session, which commenced on February 3, 2026, featured a series of …
The Next War for Critical MineralsMarch 27, 2026 4:00 pmPressenzaLithium, copper and the future of the global economy
“During the 20th century, oil was the energy heart of the international system. In the 21st century, the electrification of the economy is shifting that centrality toward a new set of strategic resources …
Take Ownership Of Ghana’s Natural Resources – IEA To GovtMarch 27, 2026 3:46 pmGhana MMAFormer Chief Justice, Sophia Akuffo
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has called for full state ownership of the country’s natural resources following recent concerns over new tax reductions and the ratification of the Ewoyaa Lithium Mining Lease.
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Parliament adjourns for Easter after passing key billsMarch 27, 2026 2:29 pmCNR Citi NewsroomParliament is to adjourn today for the Easter break, bringing to a close the First Meeting of the Second Session of the 9th Parliament after nearly two months of legislative activity.
The session, which began on February 3, 2026, was marked by key policy …
Rio Tinto targets mid-2030s for Arizona copper mine openingMarch 27, 2026 1:10 pmMining TechnologyRio Tinto has announced plans to begin operations at the Resolution Copper mine in Arizona, US, by the mid-2030s.
The mining company may have to export a portion of its copper concentrate because of difficult smelting economics in the US, a senior …
Under-fire lithium giant says US$400m refinery by year 2027March 27, 2026 8:40 amZimbabwe Independentlithium mine
A unit of the China-headquartered mining and resources conglomerate Sinomine Resource Group, with substantial interests in Zimbabwe’s lucrative lithium fields, said this week its planned US$400 million battery chemicals production plant will …
Akuffo Calls Mining Fiscal Reforms “Kwaku Ananse Mathematics”March 27, 2026 8:17 amNews GhanaFormer Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has dismissed the government’s recently enacted mining fiscal amendments as internally contradictory, saying raising royalties while simultaneously cutting a key development levy amounts to moving money between pockets …
Mining Paid Ghana GH₵54.7bn in a Decade. Now the IEA Says a Tax Cut Risks Future GainsMarch 27, 2026 8:13 amNews GhanaGhana’s gold mining sector has paid the government GH₵54.74 billion, equivalent to more than $7.5 billion, in taxes, royalties and dividends over the decade from 2014 to 2024, according to data from the Ghana Chamber of Mines, figures that sharpen the …
Lithium Junior Miners News For The Month Of March 2026March 27, 2026 5:29 amSeeking AlphaAnalyst’s Disclosure: I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of GLOBAL X LITHIUM ETF (LIT), CONTEMPORARY AMPEREX TECHNOLOGY CO [HK:3750], ASX:RIO, ALB, GANFENG LITHIUM GROUP [SHE:002460], ASX:PLS, ZIJIN MINING GROUP [SHA:601899], TSX:LAC, …
Lithium naysayer WoodMac is now a cheerleader, as ASX juniors stir on rising demandMarch 27, 2026 2:23 amStockheadExperts are tipping a big upswing in lithium demand, putting ASX juniors in the spotlight. Pic Getty Images
WoodMac says lithium demand will sky-rocket to 13Mt by 2050 with supply challenged as early as 2028
The market now wants builders, not just big …
Transforming Mining Demand Through Solid-State BatteriesMarch 27, 2026 12:06 amMining DigitalAll-solid-state batteries are primarily composed of a cathode, anode and solid electrolyte, differing from traditional lithium-ion batteries that use liquid electrolytes.
All-solid-state batteries offer higher output and offer a longer life compared to …
Premier Advances Zulu Lithium Flotation Plant: Q2 2026 Commissioning on TrackMarch 26, 2026 10:15 pmMining ZimbabwePremier African Minerals has reported significant progress at its Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project. The new Xinhai flotation plant is now fully installed, and commissioning activities are advancing toward a targeted start in the second quarter of 2026, …
Zimbabwe’s raw minerals, Lithium concentrates Export Ban 30 Days and CountingMarch 26, 2026 10:10 pmMining ZimbabweA month after Zimbabwe introduced a ban on the export of raw minerals and lithium concentrates, the policy continues to be viewed as a defining step in the country’s evolving mineral strategy. Announced and enforced on 25 February 2026, the move signalled …
Skillings Mining Intelligence: Thursday, March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 8:29 pmSkillings Mining Review - FloridaBy Charles Pitts
The gold market just sent a clear message to the world: stability is a relic of the past. As we cross the threshold of March 26, 2026, the industry isn't just dealing with price fluctuations; we are witnessing a fundamental re- …
Montero Mining and Exploration identifies porphyry-style targets...March 26, 2026 3:53 pmProactive USAMontero Mining and Exploration Ltd (TSX-V:MON, OTC:MXTRF) has reported the results of independent geochemical vector modelling conducted by Fathom Geophysics on rock samples collected from its Elvira gold project in Chile’s Maricunga Gold Belt.
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Ghana Sells 3.6 Million Tonnes of Lithium Owned by Australian Company to AmericaMarch 26, 2026 2:43 pmWest Africa WeeklyA lithium mining deal in Ghana has come under intense scrutiny after details emerged revealing that the country will receive as little as five percent of the revenue from its own mineral wealth while foreign companies lock in the bulk of the output for …
Andrada Mining delivers 1,036 tonnes of tin as output from Uis enhancesMarch 26, 2026 12:13 pmAfrican Mining MarketAndrada Mining produced 1,036 tonnes of contained tin for the year ended 28 February 2026, up from 932 tonnes the previous year, as output from its Uis mine continued to improve.
The company processed 1,042,299 tonnes of ore, up from 965,058 tonnes in …
Govt to promote startup-led mining, boost mineral explorationMarch 26, 2026 12:00 pmThe Assam TribuneNew Delhi, March 26: India is stepping up efforts to explore critical minerals, promote startups in mining and build strong domestic supply chains to reduce import dependence, Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Thursday.
Speaking at the governing …
Albemarle starts environmental review for Chile lithium extraction projectMarch 26, 2026 11:52 amETAutoIf the entire project is built, it would have a total investment of about $3.1 billion and a useful life extending through 2045.
US based Albemarle , the world's largest lithium producer, said on Wednesday it had begun the environmental review process …