August 7, 2024

Namibia says just 42% of approved mining projects are operating

Namibia is the world’s third-largest uranium producer and is home to deposits of lithium as well as rare earth minerals.

August 7, 2024

BHP seeking buyer for gold, copper mines in Brazil

The group is planning to sell the Brazilian copper and gold assets it acquired with the takeover of Oz Minerals.

August 7, 2024

Qatar invests $180m in US-backed fund to reduce China’s dominance in critical minerals

Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund has so far invested more than $450 million into projects across North and South America, Europe and Africa.

August 7, 2024

China’s PBOC keeps gold buying on hold as prices hit record

Bullion held by the People’s Bank of China was unchanged at 72.8 million troy ounces at the end of last month.

August 7, 2024

Chile copper export revenue rises in July despite lower prices

Chile accounts for more than a quarter of the world’s mined copper.

August 7, 2024

China’s 2024 coal imports to reach new record high, industry group says

The robust imports are despite lukewarm overall demand for coal.

August 7, 2024

Zambia’s proposed minerals law may hurt copper investment, mines lobby says

Barrick and First Quantum Minerals are among investors that have outlined major expansion plans to boost copper output in Zambia.

August 6, 2024

Soaring prices have Australian gold bugs expecting M&A splurge

Major Australian companies including Northern Star Resources and Ramelius are reporting stronger cash flows this year.

August 6, 2024

Canada hits surprise trade surplus on energy, gold exports

Strong international appetites for gold also pushed up Canadian exports, with metals and non-metallic mineral deliveries up 11.8% in June.

August 6, 2024

Eramet seeks more nickel mines in Indonesia

The company wants to mine the battery metal on the island of Sulawesi, according to local newspaper.