Local content requirements in the Zambian mining sector
Zambia has recently joined the trend of implementing local content regulations in the mining sector, becoming the latest African country to do so. On 14 October 2025, the Ministry of…
Harnessing positive sentiment toward South Africa to reposition the mining industry for growth
Improved sentiment toward South Africa under the new Government of National Unity and successes in the state’s partnership with business to urgently address the country’s damaging electricity crisis are contributing…
To stem investment elsewhere, Nigeria’s oil sector requires change
Nigeria, a previous bright spot on big oil and gas investors’ radar screens, has dimmed substantially as investor attention is increasingly drawn to new and emerging developments in Namibia, Ivory…
Navigating the scarcity of funding in the mining industry
The mining industry is a pillar of global economic development, providing essential raw materials for various industries while also actively participating in the drive toward a circular and sustainable global…
Strategic considerations for critical minerals projects
Critical minerals are at the heart of the digital transition and the energy transition. Increased automation, processing and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) mean more smart phone batteries, computer…
Tax deductibility of ESG-related expenses
The sustainability of economies and, in turn, society, largely hinges on how well we adopt environmental, social and governance (ESG). Given that naturally this comes at some cost, the tax…
A gateway to business insights in the knowledge economy
In the ever-evolving global landscape, businesses in Africa are navigating a profound transformation toward a knowledge-driven economy. A knowledge-based economy refers to an economic system in which knowledge and intellectual…
A valuable resource for businesses and researchers
African economies are set to outperform those elsewhere in the world over the next few years, according to the African Development Bank. This presents a significant opportunity for businesses and…
African Industry Reports – opening doors to expanded business insights and research
Sabinet, through its distribution partnership with Who Owns Whom (WOW), can now offer unparalleled insights into South African and African industries. Sabinet is proud to offer a new research service,…