South Africa has one of the richest sub-soil in Africa, housing large reserves of gold, iron ore, and coal. It also hosts critical minerals like platinum group elements (PGMs), manganese, and nickel, ...

By: Andréa Cabanac - Senior Associate, Mineral and Petroleum Law Department, Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa’s mineral and petroleum industries faced significant changes in 2024 in view of the ...

South Africa’s Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe said coal is making a comeback and should be considered a critical mineral for the nation because of its contribution to employment and the ...

During the 19th century the British fought minor wars in Africa to secure British control of colonial territories. These included the: Ashanti Wars in West Africa. Matabele Wars in South Africa.