De Beers, Botswana to expand world’s richest diamond mine
The joint venture partners have awarded a $1.2-billion contract to extend the lifespan of their Jwaneng mine unit 2035.
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Chile’s Supreme Court revokes ruling permanently closing Barrick’s Pascua-Lama
Decision doesn't determine the final faith of the long-delayed and polemic project, as the case has been sent back to the Environmental Court for review by a different panel of judges, a process that could last several months.
Rio Tinto rejects push by activist shareholders to reveal emission targets
Miner has hit back at a push to make it more accountable for carbon emissions produced by its customers, including Chinese steel makers.
Newmont’s Tanami gold mine to curb emissions by 20%
Project included the installation of two power stations, a 66 kV interconnected power line, and a 450 km natural gas pipeline.
Lucapa finds fourth +50 carat diamond at Mothae mine in Lesotho
While the 83.9 carat rock was not gem-quality, Lucapa says the find continues to underline the large-stone nature of the kimberlite resource.
Polish Audit Office blasts KGHM acquisition of Chilean copper mine
The body, which looks into the way the Polish state operates and how it spends public funds, says the company has spent more than $5.2B in three years on the underperforming Sierra Gorda mine.
Operations resume at Goldcorp’s Cerro Negro mine in Argentina
The mine is the company’s biggest in the South American country.
Gem Diamonds nets $8.8 million for 13.3 carat pink rock
The price per carat was $657,000 — a record for a diamond found at Gem’s Letšeng mine in Lesotho.
Pan African Minerals’ $2.2B claim over giant manganese deposit contract dismissed by court
Tambao, one of the world’s largest manganese mines, has been halted since 2015 after Burkina Faso's new government ordered the company to stop production.
Northern Dynasty raises $10 million to develop Alaska Pebble project
The current resource estimates indicate the asset holds 57 billion pounds copper, 71 million ounces gold and 345 million ounces of silver.
Savannah nears full ownership of Barroso lithium lease
The Aldeia lease transfer would expand Barroso’s resource base as Savannah targets EU lithium supply and advances permitting.
