December 24, 2019 Congo court says state-owned miner Gecamines owes billionaire $168 million Gecamines took out the loan from Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler to pay tax advances to the treasury.
December 20, 2019 Katanga to acquire Gécamines’ land rights for $250 million The land package covers areas adjacent to KCC's existing mining concessions in the DRC.
December 19, 2019 Audi, Umicore recycle 90% cobalt, nickel from e-tron batteries "A closed-loop for battery raw materials is a big leap technologically."
December 18, 2019 Unexpected bump on the EV road hits battery metals However, everyone is still bullish on the long-term story.
December 18, 2019 IBM’s new battery design taps seawater as alternative mineral source IBM said its technology has proven to outperform lithium-ion batteries in cost, charging time, and energy efficiency.
December 17, 2019 American Battery Metals lobbies in Washington for domestic supply of critical minerals Company executives spent a week talking to key stakeholders in Washington.
December 16, 2019 Tesla, Apple among firms accused of aiding child labor in Africa The companies were allegedly part of a system of forced labor that the families claimed led to the death and serious injury of their children.
December 16, 2019 Madagascar mining chamber criticises plan to raise minerals taxes The chamber added that the measures will "endanger" mining companies already operating in the country.
December 13, 2019 Bearish outlook for metal prices for 2020 — report But demand for lithium and cobalt is set to improve next year.
December 12, 2019 Switzerland investigates metal trader over Congo-war allegations Christoph Huber is said to have been involved in the illegal trade of minerals during the Congo conflict two decades ago.
Allied Gold starts Sadiola expansion, boosts output outlook Startup of new processing capacity sets the stage for higher grades, stronger cash flow and multi-year growth at Sadiola. December 22, 2025 | 04:56 am
