February 2, 2021

Exxaro to halt investment in thermal coal

The company will continue to supply thermal coal to Eskom's Medupi and Matimba power stations in line with existing supply contracts.

February 2, 2021

Mali gold production hits fresh high in 2020

Country's industrial gold production reached 65.2 tonnes in 2020, slightly higher than the previous year's record production of 65.1 tonnes.

February 2, 2021

Biden to keep tariffs on aluminum imports from UAE, reversing Trump

US will maintain a tariff of 10% on aluminum imports from the United Arab Emirates.

February 2, 2021

Former Anglo American boss Cynthia Carroll joins Glencore board

Carroll is the third female to become executive director at the Swiss miner and commodities trader.

February 2, 2021

Samarco dam claimants to take BHP class action to UK Court of Appeal

A High Court judge in Manchester refused on Friday to allow the claimants to appeal against his November ruling.

February 2, 2021

Laurentian starts court proceeding for formal restructuring under CCAA

The first phase of the restructuring is expected to take three months, and is anticipated to result in a new framework for the institution.

February 2, 2021

Silver price plunges nearly 10% as Reddit rally reverses

Silver futures on the Comex were down 8%, priced at $26.87 an ounce on Tuesday morning.

February 2, 2021

Experts warn of brewing space mining war among US, China and Russia

China and Russia are joining forces to keep America's increasing attempts to dominate extra-terrestrial commerce at bay.

February 2, 2021

Rio Tinto ready for winter drilling at Janice Lake

Rio Tinto Exploration Canada mobilized two drills and will focus on the Rafuse target and the Jansem prospect.

February 2, 2021

Gem Diamonds ends 2020 with a bang as demand improves

It emerged as one of the few miners to record revenue growth, driven by a sharp recovery in prices and sales during the second half of 2020.