South Korea to Tap Africa as China Tightens Graphite Controls
October 25th, 2023
Via Bloomberg, a report that South Korea is looking towards Africa as China tightens graphite controls: Tanzania and Mozambique among countries under consideration Seoul to seek talks with Beijing for smooth graphite trade South Korea is looking to African countries to secure graphite as China tightens its exports controls over the key material used in […]
Read more »As China Tightens Controls on Graphite, The Hunt Is On for New Supplies.
October 22nd, 2023
Courtesy of Barron’s, a look at how Chinese restrictions on graphite may help emerging markets like Brazil, Turkey, Madagascar, and Mauritius which also have reserves: China’s stricter controls over graphite exports mean companies, including electric-vehicle makers such as Tesla, will have to accelerate their search for alterative sources of the mineral. Demand for graphite for use in […]
Read more »Mining, Energy, Construction: Where In Africa Is It Best to Invest?
September 14th, 2023
Courtesy of The Africa Report, interesting analysis on where it is ‘best to invest’ in Africa: In a complex economic environment in Africa, political risk, soaring construction costs and rising interest rates are putting the brakes on international investors’ enthusiasm, but manufacturers are playing the local value-added card. What’s more, six of the world’s top […]
Read more »Mozambique Plans Climate Announcement Worth Billions at COP28
September 10th, 2023
Via Bloomberg, an article on Mozambique’s energy transition plans: Country in talks with Germany, UAE, Belgium and the UK Plans to harness country’s hydro and solar power potential Mozambique is seeking to become the latest country to secure an energy-transition pact with wealthy nations and is targeting an announcement at the COP28 climate summit later […]
Read more »Indonesia Signs Deals With Several African Countries
August 25th, 2023
Via Stratfor’s Rane Worldview, a report on recent deals between Indonesia and several African nations: What Happened: Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo wrapped a weeklong Africa tour during which he signed vaccine export and energy deals with Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique, Nikkei Asia reported on Aug. 24. Indonesia will also develop palm oil plantations in Kenya. […]
Read more »From Sunshine to Startups: Unleashing Mozambique’s Entrepreneurial Magi
August 14th, 2023
Via Renew Capital, a report on Mozambique’s entrepreneurial landscape: Mozambique is renowned for its captivating landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich cultural tapestry. In this interview with the project and investment manager at Renew Capital, Licínio Chissano, we delve into Mozambique’s entrepreneurial landscape and the promising industries that are driving its growth. Join us as we […]
Read more »Focusing primarily on The New Seven Sisters - the largely state owned petroleum companies from the emerging world that have become key players in the oil & gas industry as identified by Carola Hoyos, Chief Energy Correspondent for The Financial Times - but spanning other nascent opportunities around the globe that may hold potential in the years ahead, Wildcats & Black Sheep is a place for the adventurous to contemplate & evaluate the emerging markets of tomorrow.