February 22, 2018

Canada the world’s overall top mining destination, despite Saskatchewan fall

That's considering the combined rankings of all its provinces and territories, but Finland is the most attractive jurisdiction this year.

February 21, 2018

Apple in talks to buy cobalt directly from miners — report

Electronics and car makers are racing to lock in supply agreements for cobalt amid fears of shortage.

February 19, 2018

Petra Diamonds’ first-half core earnings fall 8%

Petra was hurt mainly by a strike at its South Africa operations and the blocking of a consignment of diamonds in Tanzania.

February 16, 2018

ALROSA determines the winner of “She said “YES!” contest

A young man from Moscow has become a winner. His name and the idea will remain a secret not to ruin the surprise for his dearie. He will receive a…

February 15, 2018

INFOGRAPHIC: The true costs of artisanal mining

Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) has become a major of revenue for millions of people in about 80 countries worldwide, with more than 100 million people currently depending on the activity…

February 14, 2018

Fura Gems to restart Colombia’s iconic Coscuez emerald mine in April

New gemstones mining and marketing company is stepping up efforts to kick off operations at some of its key assets and help organize what it calls "a highly disorganized and…

February 14, 2018

Botswana Diamonds just raised more than $695K to boost exploration

Proceeds from the placing will fund ongoing diamond exploration in South Africa and Botswana, and will also provide the company with additional working capital, the company said.

February 14, 2018

Tracing diamonds from mine to market possible with this technology

Diamond traceability back to the mine of origin – vital to the international due diligence movement for precious gems and minerals – just took a giant step forward. SCS Global…

February 13, 2018

Gemfields reveals and denies fresh human rights abuse claims in Mozambique

As part of Gemfields' philosophy of “total transparency”, the company revealed is facing claims of human rights abuses in Mozambique, where it mines rubies.

February 12, 2018

Lucapa recovers first diamonds from Lesotho mine

The largest diamond recovered in the first test run was 6.6 carats.