December 23, 2024 El Salvador lawmakers overturn mining ban president called ‘absurd’ El Salvador became the first country in the world to ban all forms of metals mining in 2017.
December 23, 2024 Gold price slips as traders weigh outlook for Fed interest rate cuts Bullion traded near $2,626 an ounce in thin trading after closing 1.1% higher on Friday.
December 23, 2024 Nigeria resumes mining in Zamfara state on improved security Nigeria has lifted a ban on mining exploration in the northwestern state after a five-year suspension.
December 22, 2024 El Salvador president proposes bill to overturn metals mining ban In 2017, El Salvador became the first country in the world to ban forms of metals mining.
December 22, 2024 Video: Gold mining faces a cliff after 2025, CRU analyst predicts Global gold production will peak at about 3,250 tonnes (105 million oz.) next year, according to CRU's Oliver Blagden.
December 20, 2024 Chinese men accused of running illegal gold mine in Congo Around 60 Chinese nationals were at the site and officials detained 17 who appeared to be in charge.
December 20, 2024 Foran conditionally approved for $14m gov’t funding for McIlvenna Bay infrastructure The funds will go towards the construction of a hydroelectric transmission line, an on-site substation and electrical vehicle charging infrastructure.
December 20, 2024 Earth AI finds gold near Willow Glen molybdenum project It has found its first gold system with the help of AI, making mineral exploration faster, more accurate, and cheaper.
December 19, 2024 Asante nets $500m forward purchase deal for gold produced at Bibiani The Vancouver-based gold miner said it expects gold production at Bibiani to exceed 15,000 oz. per month by mid-year.
Copper price tops $12,000 for first time on tariffs, supply woes Copper prices exceed $12,000 a tonne for the first time on record due to mine disruptions and tariffs, despite weak demand in China. December 23, 2025 | 05:39 am
