October 24, 2019

Zimbabwe to cut power to mines, others over $77 million in unpaid bills

The southern African nation is experiencing daily power cuts lasting up to 18 hours after a severe drought reduced water levels at the country's biggest hydro plant.

October 23, 2019

Why it makes sense to pay attention to platinum now

The shiny metal has been declining in the previous years, and only recently did it show some decent strength.

October 22, 2019

Russia-Zimbabwe platinum venture needs $500 million for first phase

At a production rate of 3.5 million tonnes a year, the Darwendale project will produce an average of 280,000 oz/y of PGM and gold at Phase 1.

October 21, 2019

Private investors shun mining amid “escalated investor concerns”

New report shows private funds raising money for investment in metals and mining came up empty in Q3 and so far this year commitments total a paltry $100m.

October 18, 2019

Ivanhoe encouraged by rise in palladium prices

The Vancouver-based company announced that the weighted price of the 'basket' of metals contained in the ore at the Platreef project rose to a new, multi-year high.

October 17, 2019

Tharisa has right to all of $4.2 billion Zimbabwe platinum mine

The government estimates will produce 1.36 million ounces of platinum group metals by 2024,

October 14, 2019

Zimbabwe unveils plan for $12 billion in mineral revenue by 2023

The southern African nation sees the mining sector as the main driver for reviving an economy crippled by triple-digit inflation and high unemployment.

October 8, 2019

Hunt for palladium riches sends South African miners abroad

Geographical diversification is a secondary consideration, but has its advantages.

October 4, 2019

Platinum mining giant Sibanye-Stillwater begins business overhaul

The miner is creating a new company to be listed in South Africa and the US, which will have recent acquisitions incorporated as subsidiaries.

October 2, 2019

AMCU mining union sees imminent wage deal with Impala Platinum

South Africa's militant Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union expects a deal with Impala Platinum over wages soon.