The second-largest mineral industry in the world is the mineral industry of Africa, which implies large quantities of resources due to Africa being the second largest continent, with 30.37 million square kilometres of … See more

In September 2004, the Eritrean government ordered a halt to all mineral exploration activity in the country while it reviewed its Mining Act. The government suspension was lifted in January 2005. The government increased the maximum possible See more

Aluminium, bauxite, and alumina
From 2000 to 2005, African production of refined aluminium increased by 54%. In Mozambique, the See more

As of 2005, strategic minerals and key producers were:
Estimates for the production of major mineral commodities for 2005 and beyond have been based … See more

Organizations promoting exports
The mineral industry is a significantly important source of export earnings for many African … See more

Deforestation for fuel use and land-intensive agricultural production continued to be a significant environmental issue in many African countries. Other causes of deforestation included artisanal production of gemstones, lime, and sand and gravel. The See more

Diamond
In 2005, Africa's share of world diamond production, by volume, was 46%. African diamond production increased by nearly 51% in 2005 … See more