March 13, 2022 Kimberlites provide clues as to how what happens on earth’s surface affects the lower mantle Kimberlites are messengers from the lowest regions of the earth's mantle.
March 9, 2022 De Beers latest sale shows diamond demand remains strong The world’s top diamond producer by value sold $650 million worth of roughs in the second cycle, 18% more than in the same period last year.
March 8, 2022 Women in mining still facing bullying, discrimination – report AusIMM’s 2022 Women in Mining survey shows that almost three-quarters of women in the resource sector have experienced bullying and over six in 10 sexual harassment.
March 6, 2022 How managing social performance can improve company-community relationships, business outcomes – report The International Council on Mining and Metals launched a set of practical tools to strengthen approaches to managing social performance.
March 4, 2022 Alrosa suspends Natural Diamond Council membership Alrosa is responsible for 90% of Russia’s diamond production and 28% of global supply.
March 3, 2022 Nomads may have taken over Egypt’s emerald mines before the fall of the Roman Empire Roman Empire emerald mines may have fallen into the hands of nomads as early as the 4th century, new research has found.
February 28, 2022 Congo seals deal with Israeli billionaire to recover assets A company controlled by Dan Gertler will return mining and oil assets to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
February 25, 2022 Strong diamond demand boosts Lucara revenue, Petra sales Miners have added evidence that the global market for roughs diamonds and jewellery has returned to pre-pandemic levels.
February 24, 2022 De Beers returns diamond sights to Gaborone as travel opens up Company is bringing its sales activities back to Botswana's capital almost two years after Covid-19 hit.
February 24, 2022 Russia-focused miners collapse on Ukraine invasion Mining and energy firms with ties to Russia were hit by Moscow’s wide-ranging attack on Ukraine, while oil topped $105 a barrel.
Guinea’s military leader set to extend rule amid mining boom Mamadi Doumbouya faced a fragmented opposition, with none of the eight contenders seriously threatening his first-round win. December 29, 2025 | 03:30 am
