February 20, 2019 Mining stocks rally as copper price hits 7-month high BHP, Anglo American touch one-year highs.
February 20, 2019 Mining companies operating in Sub-Saharan Africa should invest in renewable energy — report According to Fitch Solutions, off-grid mines could benefit from reducing their dependency on diesel while taking advantage of the region's favourable climate conditions.
February 18, 2019 Petra Diamonds appoints new CEO, share price rises Analysts said appointing Richard Duffy, who has held finance posts in his 27 years in mining, would benefit the company as it sought to cut debt.
February 14, 2019 Famed Cullinan mine banks on big diamonds to drive down debt It could take 'between five and 10 years' to clear the debts related to the mine.
February 14, 2019 Heart-shaped diamond found in time for Valentine’s Day The unusual gem found by Alrosa weighs 65.7 carats.
February 13, 2019 Alrosa exhibits largest pink diamond ever found in Russia The Russian miner sees encouraging prospects from colourful diamonds, market in which it aims to become the world’s leader.
February 12, 2019 Alrosa sales fell in January Diamond sales dropped by 44% year-on-year in the first month of 2019.
February 12, 2019 Firestone shares on fire after finding 70-carat diamond in Lesotho The white, makeable diamond is the largest found so far this year and follows the recovery of a 46-carat, gem quality white rock in December.
February 10, 2019 Minerals Council of Australia calls for tax, workplace law reform According to the industry group, such reform would encourage additional investment in capital and technology.
February 10, 2019 Nanosized diamond used to create super strong aluminum alloy The resulting material is expected to be used in the maritime industry.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am
