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energy transition

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Commodities

Commodities Focus: Brent Falls, Gold Holds Above $4,000, Cocoa Surges on Supply Concerns

Commodity markets took divergent paths in early August 2026 as Brent crude oil tumbled, gold remained resilient above $4,000 per ounce, and cocoa futures rallied sharply on fresh West African supply concerns. Explore the latest price movements and what they mean for African businesses and investors.

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Commodities

DRC and Zambia's Copper: The Strategic Arithmetic Behind Africa's EV Battery Supply Chain

The Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia together produce over 12% of global copper — a share that puts them at the centre of the energy transition. At approximately $9,420 a tonne, the economics of African copper are being rewritten.

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