As the demand for natural resources gathers ever more pace, the allure of Africa's vast minerals is proving an undeniable hit with mining companies.
From its tip to toes, the Dark Continent houses up to 30% of the world's minerals, boasting some of the world's greatest oil discoveries, cocoa-laden lands and a sparkling string of diamond havens.
But despite this, large swathes of land remain unexploited as political uncertainty and underdeveloped infrastructure continues to plague investors.
This collection of articles seeks to examine the appeal and pitfalls of the various regions, spanning coast to coast, as well as offering an insight into ways of gaining investment exposure.
Massive resource potential and a series of recent discoveries have sent an international mix of gas explorers flocking to Mozambique, which is fast shaping up to become the next East African frontier.
East Africa is an under-explored region according to some analysts and, as the market's giants and minnows look to beef up their presence there, it could be set for some exciting progress.
The recent hike in oil prices far surpasses the 'oil shock' rises in the 1970s, which means there is money to be made in oil shares, says Peter Temple.
In the first of a two-part insight into gold mining, Fiona Bond takes a look at where analysts think prices are headed and how investors can make a play on the sector.
It's proved a rocky seven months since Zanaga Iron Ore's listing on AIM, but it says investors' fears in the wake of mining giant Xstrata's involvement on the project are misplaced and it has high hopes for the future.
A continent seemingly ripe for oil and gas explorers to profit from has thrown up Cameroon as the latest nation for firms to ply their trade. Fiona Bond examines what it has to offer.
The West African gold story continues apace, as Fiona Bond takes a look at newly listed Aureus Mining which is hoping to tap into the appeal of Liberia.
In the second part of her look at East Africa's rising appeal to investors, Fiona Bond highlights four UK-listed oil firms that could give you exposure to the region.
East Africa is something of an untouched region when it comes to investors, but Fiona Bond says the region's oil-rich lands could be about to change that.
Mon, 14/02/2011 - 06:00
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Burkina Faso may still be a minnow on the mining map, but with improved political and economic stability it could offer exploration firms untold riches. Fiona Bond investigates.
An insatiable demand for commodities has given rise to a whole host of burgeoning industries in West Africa, but political uncertainty and corruption threaten their growth, finds Fiona Bond.
Mon, 21/02/2011 - 06:00
We love a good gold company, especially one named after a rare bird. Avocet down and enjoy more weak puns to the minute than we previously thought possible.
Nigeria relies heavily on its oil production, but the spectre of past environmental disasters looms large. Fiona Bond looks at how the country - and oil firms - are set to prosper.
The discovery of vast quantities of oil in Uganda has sparked hopes that the East African country could become a lucrative new player. But it may not be plain sailing, writes Fiona Bond.
A country famed for its ancient wonders, today Egypt is hoping the allure of its oil and gas spoils will draw investors from far and wide.
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