Monster gold-mining deals pile pressure on those left behind
“The question becomes now, will there be a domino effect?”
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Newmont deal for Goldcorp erodes Canada’s gold clout further
Canada’s influence on the global mining industry appears to be shrinking by the day.
Regional states back Congo opposition leader’s vote dispute
"It’s obviously really important for Tshisekedi to have SADC’s approval and endorsement for his presidency”
S.Africa’s AMCU union to expand Sibanye-Stillwater strike to platinum operations
Since the union downed tools at Sibanye's gold operations in mid-November, four employees have been killed during strike-related violence.
Rio Tinto calls force majeure on some iron ore shipments after fire in Australia
Rio Tinto is assessing the full impact of the damage and will do all it can to try and minimize disruption to our customers.
Argentina set to join global mining transparency initiative
The global initiative requires member countries to disclose how they allocate licences and how much they receive from the companies in tax, royalties and other contributions.
Russia’s Alrosa back to mining diamonds in Zimbabwe
The world’s top diamond producer by output, is returning to Zimbabwe after almost two years, as the company continues to expand beyond Russia.
Production falloff could lead to a uranium market rebound
Many investors, including nuclear power utilities, are looking a few years out at what might happen to the price of uranium once a large number of long-term contracts are signed.
Angola to host first competitive diamond bid sale
Seven exceptional Lulo diamonds, including a 46-carat pink and six top-colour Type IIa white gems, will be showcased.
