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Lifezone Buys Out BHP, Bets $942 Million on Tanzania’s Nickel Future

Douglas, Isle of Man / Kabanga, Tanzania — August 2026 Lifezone Metals has removed the last obstacle standing between it and full control of one of the world’s most valuable…

What HappenedLifezone Metals completed its buyout of BHP's 17% stake in Kabanga Nickel Limited, taking full ownership.
Intelligence BriefRemoves a second major shareholder from the decision chain right as the project needs to close ~$942m in project financing before FID.
ImplicationsStrengthens Tanzania's negotiating position too — its 16% free-carried stake (under the 2017 mining law) now sits opposite a single, consolidated counterparty rather than two.
What's NextWatch for the Societe Generale-led financing package and confirmation of DFC/JOGMEC participation ahead of the targeted mid-to-late 2026 FID.
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