Botswana approves $140 million plant set to become Southern Africa’s first integrated battery minerals complex
Mining chemicals importer Kemcore has secured environmental clearance for a $140 million manufacturing plant in Botswana, clearing a key hurdle as the company moves toward financing and construction.
By Adekunle AgbetiloyeSouth Africa

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Botswana approves $140 million plant set to become Southern Africa’s first integrated battery minerals complex
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- 15 words · 1 min read
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- September 16, 2026
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- Adekunle Agbetiloye
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- Business Insider