Indonesia’s metals giant Mind ID seeks bids for $2 billion loan The state-owned mineral-resources holding company plans to use the proceeds partly to repay existing debt. Bloomberg News | February 8, 2024 | 7:07 am
Congo artisanal cobalt monopoly can launch in months, CEO says Entreprise Generale du Cobalt will soon launch pilot sites around the town of Kolwezi. Bloomberg News | February 8, 2024 | 7:04 am
US to commit more funds to African rail link for metal exports The United States will provide more funds for the construction of the Lobito Corridor. Reuters | February 8, 2024 | 6:57 am
Ancient island submerged off Brazilian coast was (and may still be) mineral-rich The Rio Grande Rise was a giant island that has been intensely studied in recent years because of its economic potential. Staff Writer | February 8, 2024 | 6:13 am
Nexa Resources halts Peru zinc mine due to blockade Nexa said the obstruction of the road to access the mine has not had a material impact on Atacocha's production. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 8, 2024 | 5:59 am
‘Silver is the new gold’ as Egyptians try to protect savings The price of one gram of silver more than doubled in a year but at about 47 Egyptian pounds, it remains far cheaper than gold. Reuters | February 8, 2024 | 4:29 am
SQM launches third round of accelerator program The top 10 solutions will receive a $25,000 each, become part of the Acceleration Program, and benefit from mentoring. Staff Writer | February 8, 2024 | 3:33 am
Aboriginal group to inspect rock shelters for potential Rio Tinto damage Rio Tinto said that a preliminary investigation found no damage to the shelter at the Mesa C Robe Valley operations. Reuters | February 7, 2024 | 5:36 pm
Video: Power Nickel CEO sounds the alarm on naked short-selling Terry Lynch said he noticed persistent and suspicious trading patterns in his company's stock, leading him to investigate. Northern Miner Staff | February 7, 2024 | 2:51 pm