South Africa police standoff with illegal gold miners escalates
The police sealed off access to the Buffelsfontein gold mine in Stilfontein several weeks ago to deny the miners access to food and other essentials.
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Wagner Group linked to $2.5 billion in illicit gold trading — report
Globally, artisanal and small-scale gold mining accounts for about 20% of annual gold production.
Wesdome expands high-grades at Kiena, studies second mine potential
Uncapped assays ran as high as 1,920 grams per tonne over 0.8 metre.
Gold price rebounds 2% as Goldman reiterates $3,000 target
Bullion has declined about 7% from a record last month, with losses accelerating after Trump’s victory.
US Gold clears final hurdle for mine permit in Wyoming, PFS work underway
The company says the optimized PFS could be released as soon as the end of this year.
Iron ore price flirts with key $100/t level on firm demand, China stimulus hopes
Analysts say near-term demand for iron ore remain strong, supporting prices.
Korea Zinc wins export control ruling amid fight to thwart takeover
Korea Zinc has been trying to thwart a takeover by rival zinc maker Young Poong.
Australia’s national investment fund makes first bet on mining
Australia’s National Reconstruction Fund will invest $26 million to boost mining equipment manufacturing in the state of Queensland.
Ionic Rare Earths unveils promising UK recycling plant feasibility
Ionic Rare Earths said the study shows strong potential for a profitable and unique UK magnet recycling facility.
