Tanzania puts former mining minister behind bars over gold deal
He was found guilty of issuing illegal tax exemptions to a gold audit firm, which cost the government millions of dollars in lost revenues.
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South Africa’s main union rejects gold firms wage offer
Companies are keen to avoid a repeat of last year’s five-month platinum strike, but their ability to raise salaries is limited.
New mining code in Burkina Faso should not affect current operations — Iamgold
The code, which is yet to be formalized into law, respects clauses in existing deals, said the miner.
Mongolia to sell stake in its giant Tavan Tolgoi coal mine
The move is part of a plan to sell the government's holdings in 10 state-owned companies over this year and next to boost foreign investment and revive growth.
Australian coal miners attack China’s new testing system
They claim Beijing is using it to block imports and so favour its own struggling coal industry.
Kyrgyzstan extends Centerra Gold’s Kumtor mine environment permit
The extension is for the miner's permits for emissions into the atmosphere and waste disposal into the tailings pond.
Iron ore hits four-month low
As fresh reports provided further evidence of a slowing Chinese economic and consequently increasing stock piles up at its ports.
China’s rate cuts to slow copper demand even further — report
China's central bank commitment to ensure policy remained prudent this year may mean no more monetary stimulus, which could see copper demand growth slow further.
U.S. woman finds 8.52-carat diamond at Arkansas Park
The sparkly, white diamond half the size of a quarter is the fifth largest found since the park was established in 1972.
Iran brings 13 tons of gold back home after latest round of nuclear talks
The nation has successfully repatriated part of its gold holdings that had been frozen as part a number of sanctions imposed by the U.S. and other global powers over its nuclear program.
Wheaton lands $4.3B BHP silver stream, enters Australia
Major deals in Peru and Australia expand production reach and secure long-term precious metals supply streams.