October 2, 2024

Gold Fields adopts space technology to boost exploration in Chile

It will apply Australia’s Fleet Space technology to boost exploration efforts at its Salares Norte gold mine in northern Chile.

October 2, 2024

Lack of capital rises to top risk in EY mining survey

Mining companies are seeking a wider range of capital sources, while companies are also considering partnerships or JVs to help reduce risks and financing requirements.

October 2, 2024

Uganda sets up state-owned firm to take stakes in mining operations

All mining activities in the east African country have previously been done by private firms after obtaining exploration and mining licenses.

October 2, 2024

Iamgold closer to buying back 9.7% stake in Côté gold mine

The gold mine is currently owned as a joint venture set in December 2022 with Sumitomo, which lent Iamgold funds to complete the project.

October 1, 2024

Australian mine fight reignites Aboriginal heritage tensions

A decision by Environment Minister under a rarely used Aboriginal heritage protection law has stoked an outcry from mining groups.

October 1, 2024

Gold price rally cripples physical demand in key markets

Analysts hope that another crucial category of demand, physically backed gold exchange-traded funds, will see more activity in coming months.

October 1, 2024

Eros Resources to merge with Canadian mining rivals

Eros would merge with MAS Gold and Rockridge Resources to develop copper and gold projects in the province of Saskatchewan.

October 1, 2024

Gold prices and poverty fuel illegal mining in Peru’s Amazon

Illegal mining has spread across Peru's Amazon region and the Andes since the Covid-19 pandemic sent the economy into recession.

October 1, 2024

Velocity Minerals sells Bulgarian assets for $59 million cash

The sale includes the Rozino project, which is permitted and has been advanced to the pre-feasibility stage.

September 30, 2024

Barrick reaches deal with Mali after reports staff were detained

Mali’s junta in 2023 adopted a new mining code that could see the government increase its stake to 35% in existing gold mines.