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Brine well for lithium extraction
Duke University, UCT make tangible investment recommendations ahead of lithium, rare earths boom
Updated 7 hours ago By: Marleny Arnoldi

A first-of-its-kind report from researchers at Duke University and the University of Cape Town (UCT) has mapped the most credible research and development opportunities for lithium and rare earth processing, with the researchers offering... 


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REalloys fully funded for upgrading SRC rare earth processing facility, building metallization plant
14th August 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Nasdaq-listed REalloys has confirmed it is fully funded for upgrading the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) rare earth processing facility and its planned pilot and commercial metallization... 


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Trump supporters imperil $4bn aluminium plant central to his industrial push
Updated 6 hours ago By: Bloomberg

A cow wearing a gas mask is the first sign something may be amiss in Inola, Oklahoma. “Protect Our Farms. #StopTheInolaSmelter,” reads the text below the image, splashed across a billboard... 


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Fortescue's Super Special Fines iron-ore stocks at China ports at five-week high, traders' data shows
Updated 6 hours ago By: Reuters

Stocks of Fortescue's Super Special Fines, a type of lower-grade iron-ore, held at Chinese ports have surged to a five-week high following a ban from Beijing on the brand, according to calculations... 


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Indonesia's Prabowo says new State firm's role is to monitor key commodity exports
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said on Friday that a new State export firm will monitor key commodity shipments and its role will be expanded, but said it would not take over control of... 


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China's CMRG asks some traders to buy iron-ore on its platform, sources say
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

China's State-run iron ore buyer has asked some domestic traders to buy cargoes on its own trading platform, sources said, in a move to reinforce its control over trading and pricing of the key... 


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India's Jharkhand state CM urges Modi to rethink mining bill, citing revenue hit
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

The Chief Minister of the Indian State of Jharkhand has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reconsider a bill that would restrict States' ability to levy charges on mining activities. In an... 


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Chile says revived Argentina mining treaty could unlock $20.7bn, boost copper supply
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

Chilean Mining Minister Daniel Mas said on Thursday that reviving a mining integration treaty with Argentina could unlock more than $20.7-billion in investment and add 540 000 metric tons of copper... 


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West Red Lake Gold Mines completes first of three Madsen refurbishment phases
14th August 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-V-listed West Red Lake Gold Mines has successfully completed Phase 1 of the Madsen mine's refurbishment programme, located in the Red Lake mining district of Ontario. The company is... 


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BMI expects metals complex performance to remain strong
Updated 6 hours ago By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The metals complex has remained well-supported so far this month, extending the upward momentum from late June, BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, points out. It explains that this is underpinned by a... 


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STG buys large amount of aluminium from Radiant World, sources say
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

STG, a trading company funded by principals of the US hedge fund Squarepoint, has bought a large amount of aluminium from Radiant World as the commodity trading house sells off inventory to raise... 


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Norsk Hydro's Alunorte ramps up production after deal with gas supplier
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

Norsk Hydro's Alunorte refinery in Brazil has started ramping up alumina production to full capacity after reaching a temporary agreement with its gas supplier, the Norwegian company said on... 


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InVert acquires RapidGraphite to secure sustainable, vertically integrated supply chain
Updated 5 hours ago By: Lumkile Nkomfe

ASX-listed InVert Graphite has concluded binding agreements to acquire all of the issued share capital of Australian technology firm RapidGraphite. InVert is now proceeding with the administrative... 


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EVs to constitute 25% of global fleet by 2040; can rise to 50% – WoodMac
14th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Global energy research and consulting firm Wood Mackenzie's (WoodMac’s) base case scenario projects electric vehicles (EVs) jumping from 4% of the global fleet today to 25% by 2040. However, if... 


Afarak optimistic of improved second-half performance
Updated 4 hours ago By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Specialist alloy producer Afarak Group’s revenue decreased by 25.9% year-on-year to €57.1-million for the six months to June 30. Processed material sold decreased by 25.9% year-on-year to 11 372 t,... 


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China's CMRG asks some traders to buy iron-ore on its platform, sources say
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

China's State-run iron ore buyer has asked some domestic traders to buy cargoes on its own trading platform, sources said, in a move to reinforce its control over trading and pricing of the key... 


Aluminium
Norsk Hydro's Alunorte ramps up production after deal with gas supplier
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

Norsk Hydro's Alunorte refinery in Brazil has started ramping up alumina production to full capacity after reaching a temporary agreement with its gas supplier, the Norwegian company said on... 


Aluminium
STG buys large amount of aluminium from Radiant World, sources say
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

STG, a trading company funded by principals of the US hedge fund Squarepoint, has bought a large amount of aluminium from Radiant World as the commodity trading house sells off inventory to raise... 


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India's Jharkhand state CM urges Modi to rethink mining bill, citing revenue hit
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

The Chief Minister of the Indian State of Jharkhand has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reconsider a bill that would restrict States' ability to levy charges on mining activities. In an... 


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Aluminium on thin ice as LME stocks hit 36-year low, Reuters says
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

London Metal Exchange (LME) stocks of aluminium have slumped to their lowest level since 1990, attesting to the supply-chain dislocation caused by the Iran war. Gulf production of primary... 


Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto
Indonesia's Prabowo says new State firm's role is to monitor key commodity exports
14th August 2026 By: Reuters

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said on Friday that a new State export firm will monitor key commodity shipments and its role will be expanded, but said it would not take over control of... 


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Anglo strikes year-long iron-ore deal with China’s State buyer
14th August 2026 By: Bloomberg

Anglo American has struck a yearlong supply deal with China’s State-backed iron-ore buyer, joining BHP Group among miners that have finalised an agreement with the group. South African producer... 


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Magazine round up | 14 August 2026
Magazine round up | 14 August 2026

A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

LOCOMOTIVE DELIVERY: Private railways company Traxtion has taken delivery of the first eight of 46 Wabtec C28 locomotives it is buying from KiwiRail in New Zealand for R1.8-billion. The shipment through the Port of Durban this month is the first of four planned shipments over the next two years. The procurement comes as South Africa undertakes market reforms aimed at increasing private sector participation in freight rail.
LOCOMOTIVE DELIVERY:

Private railways company Traxtion has taken delivery of the first eight of 46 Wabtec C28 locomotives it is buying from KiwiRail in New Zealand for R1.8-billion. The shipment through the Port of... 

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Local development of value adding technology should be given more encouragement

New South African smelting technology that uses 70% less electricity has reached the commercialisation phase. Domestically advanced ultra-high-dense-media-separation processing is poised to... 

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TSO close, but not yet

There is no question that President Ramaphosa’s endorsement of the Phase I report of the Eskom Restructuring Task Team (ERTT) is a key milestone in the ongoing reform of South Africa’s electricity... 

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David Meintjes, CEO of Telviva, a South African market leader in cloud-based communications
David Meintjes

This week we profile David Meintjes, CEO of Telviva, a South African market leader in cloud-based communications  

COMPETITIVE PRESSURE: President Cyril Ramaphosa continues to drive for electricity competition as a way of addressing the structural problems that led to years of supply disruptions. His latest intervention in this regard was the endorsement of the Phase I report of the Eskom Restructuring Task Team. The report recommends establishing an independent Transmission System Operator (TSO) outside of Eskom, which is viewed as key to levelling the playing field. Much attention now will be on the timing of the grid-asset transfer to the TSO.
COMPETITIVE PRESSURE:

President Cyril Ramaphosa continues to drive for electricity competition as a way of addressing the structural problems that led to years of supply disruptions. His latest intervention in this... 

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