Miner DiChicco

24/05/2026

Boma linathangitsa aMalawi kuti asamakumbe golide mmadera ena adziko lino chifukwa chopanda ma licence, chonsecho ndi boma lomwero limagula golide kwa anthu opanda ziphaso kuzera ku Reserve Bank Of Malawi. Posachedwapa taona boma likugulitsa golide yemweyo ndi cholinga chakuti apeze ndalama zakunja kuti ligulire mafuta. Umu ndimomwe ndinachezera ndi Percy Maleta amene ndi wapampando wankhulu wa bungwe la Federation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Malawi.

Kodi aMalawi, mukuonapo bwanji pankhani imeneyi? Mwina kapena boma lingowa phunzitsa anthuwa kenako kuwapatsa ziphaso poti ndi boma lomwero likupindura nawo.

Mining Review Malawi
Department of Mining Mw
Natural Resources Justice Network - NRJN
Future Miners Network
Ignatius Kamwanje
Export Development Fund

26/04/2026

As key stakeholders in the country's mining sector, Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners are crucial to achieving formalization. The webinar will explore effective sustainable solutions to formalization through engagement rather than government use of force. The guests have extensive experience in the ASM sector and their insights will provide pathways to making the ASM sector work in Malawi.

Register to participate https://forms.gle/vZt5qn6R5ybUZFFG7

Percy Maleta Future Miners Network Mining Review Malawi Natural Resources Justice Network - NRJN Federation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Malawi Department of Mining Mw Ruth Dassu Cynthia Mughogho Elyvin Chawinga Perekezi ASM Consultants & Events Marcel Chimwala

09/04/2026

04/04/2026

Editorial copied from Mining Review Malawi by Marcel Chimwala

Malawi needs to put its house in order to benefit from global critical minerals frenzy

There were a number of negative comments from Malawians when Sovereign Metals signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) for graphite marketing from its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project with US Company Troxys at this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba in South Africa in the presence of a representative of the US Government which is sourcing critical minerals from Troxys and other companies through its US$12-billion Project Vault.

Some local media reports questioned the absence of the Malawi Government in the signing of the deal while other social media commentators said that the deal is a sign of exploitation by the Americans.

Following this deal, as reported in our article on Page 8 and 9, Sovereign Metals has signed another MOU with a Japanese firm Mitsui for the purchase of rutile from Kasiya.

The agreement with Mitsui is also non-binding, meaning it simply reflects an intention to work together and negotiate a future commercial agreement if the project proceeds successfully.

The Kasiya project has also attracted other strategic partners, including global mining giant Rio Tinto and the International Finance Corporation of the World Bank, which are involved in investment and environmental standards for the project.

As Sovereign MD and CEO Mr Frank Eagar is quoted in the article, there is no cause for alarm for Malawians on these deals as they do not imply that there is any mining taking place now at Kasiya that Malawi is not benefitting from.

As Eagar writes, such arrangements are common in the mining industry because investors and lenders often require evidence that there will be reliable markets for a mine’s products before they commit the significant funding needed to build it.

We agree with Mr Eagar in urging Malawians to appreciate the positivity in these deals, which imply that the Kasiya deposit is attracting interest from key players in the global mining industry as the world seeks new sources of critical minerals.

It is our plea to Malawians to work with the Government in ensuring that there is a conducive environment in the country that tolerates mining investment by showing good will to law abiding investors.

It is a fact that as owners of the country’s mineral resources, Malawians want huge benefits from the minerals. But citizens will adequately benefit through a favourable legal and regulatory framework, and mining development agreements that companies sign with the Malawi Government not through government presence in signing of MOUs between investors.

31/03/2026

The Gold Miners Association is dedicated to fostering partnerships with various stakeholders to advance the small scale gold mining sector in Malawi. Today's meeting with UNDP Malawi was highly productive, with a shared understanding that small mining activities, while vital for rural economic activities and livelihoods, must be conducted within the legal framework. Formalizing the ASM sector is critical for promoting ethical practices that ensure environmental sustainability, human rights protection, responsible sourcing, and the safety of mine workers and mining communities. Hence, strengthening constructive dialogue between key stakeholders and ASM players can be a more effective way to develop a successful sector. Let's mine and .

Percy Maleta Department of Mining Mw Mining Review Malawi Federation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Malawi Future Miners Network Natural Resources Justice Network - NRJN Siyileni Jose Export Development Fund Ruth Dassu Perekezi ASM Consultants & Events

20/03/2026

The Export Development Fund has adjusted the gold buying prices from 400k to 570k for gold with a purity of 95% and above. By selling gold to the Reserve Bank Of Malawi, we can contribute to the growth of our nation's gold reserves that is very crucial to the stability of the economy.

Malawi Women in Mining - Central Department of Mining Mw Federation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Malawi Future Miners Network Mining Review Malawi Natural Resources Justice Network - NRJN Elyvin Chawinga

19/03/2026

The Malawi Gold Miners Association had a highly productive meeting with the Ministry of Energy and Mining authorities, where opportunities for collaboration to develop the artisanal and small-scale gold mining sector in Malawi were explored. Extensive discussions were held on ASM formalization, the establishment of designated ASM areas, and the inclusive participation of ASM in decision-making processes. Both parties agreed to continue engaging with each other, with the aim of developing a responsible and sustainable ASM sector that economically empowers miners, mining communities, and the nation. The government emphasized that ASM is a vital component of its development agenda, as it generates employment opportunities, supports various businesses, and has the potential to bring significant economic benefits to the country through foreign currency earnings. Therefore the government intends to promote formalization through cooperatives and also at an individual level. The association also inquired on when will government lift the licences issuance suspension as it is promoting illegal mining and smuggling minerals. Future Miners Network Department of Mining Mw Mining Review Malawi Federation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Malawi Natural Resources Justice Network - NRJN

13/03/2026

FACE OF ASM: WOMEN AT THE CORE
COUNTRY 3
ECUADOR 🇪🇨

Meet Mrs. Alban, an artisanal miner (Janchera) and leader of the Bella Rica Society in Camilo Ponce Enríquez, Ecuador.

Her journey in artisanal and small-scale mining is a story of strength, courage, and perseverance. Over the years, Mrs. Alban has navigated constant changes in the mining environment, challenging working conditions, and the demanding responsibility of balancing work with her duties at home.

Yet, through determination and resilience, she has carved a path for herself in the sector. Today, she stands not only as a miner but also as a leader and an inspiration to young women in her community.

Her story shows that when women are given the opportunity to participate with dignity in local economic activities, they can create their own livelihoods, support their families, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Women are truly at the heart of artisanal and small-scale mining.

05/03/2026

A must read article by Frank Dixon Mugyenyi

Malawi's Mining Reset: A Bold Move That Needs More Than Political Will

President Peter Mutharika's recent State of the Nation Address sent ripples through the extractives industry. The suspension of new mining licenses, a nationwide sector audit, and a ban on raw mineral exports signal Malawi's intent to join the growing list of African nations demanding more from thei