Cecilia Jamasmie , Editor-in-Chief

Opponents to Centerra’s Kumtor gold mine in Kyrgyzstan take governor hostage

He was held in a car for about seven hours, while growing rumours said he had been drenched in gasoline and was being threatened with matches.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 7, 2013 | 6:17 pm

Canada spied on Brazil’s Mines and Energy Ministry: Snowden

The Communications Security Establishment Canada, or CSEC, is said to have tracked all of the ministry’s communications.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 7, 2013 | 1:28 pm

Peru ‘washing its hands’ of Newmont’s Conga mine issues: local authorities

Cajamarca’s governor also said Newmont’s local partner has made no progress in terms of gaining support from surrounding communities.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 7, 2013 | 10:30 am

Australian gold miners join forces to stop royalty hike

They say an increase in the royalty rate for gold could destroy Western Australia’s precious metals industry.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 4, 2013 | 11:59 pm

Belo Sun ups gold estimate at flagship project in Brazil

Measured and indicated pit constrained mineral resources now stand at 5.1 million ounces of gold, up almost 10% from a previous estimate.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 4, 2013 | 5:01 pm

Done deal: Rio sells mothballed Blair Athol coal mine to Linc Energy

Acquisition comes a day after Linc said it wants to get de-listed from the Australian market to re-list it in Singapore, in hopes of luring Asian investors.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 4, 2013 | 2:10 pm

Belaz launches world’s largest mining dump truck

Belarusian manufacturer to set a Guinness Record.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 4, 2013 | 8:45 am

South African police planned shooting at Marikana mine — video

Footage shows a commander congratulating his officers for a well-executed plan.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 3, 2013 | 6:05 pm

Nautilus gets the green light to mine under water, will receive $118 million in compensation

The miner's shares were up almost 32% at 10:45 ET in Toronto after the announcement.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 3, 2013 | 3:15 pm

Land claims and uncertain policies holding back mining investment in BC: report

While B.C. is no longer viewed as hostile to mining, authorities need to resolve several land-related issues before investors come back.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 3, 2013 | 2:22 pm

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