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Colombia calls governments to stop ‘blood gold’ trafficking

The country has taken a page out of the diamond industry’s books by calling for international regulations aimed at cutting the amount of illegally-mined gold entering mainstream markets.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 10, 2017 | 9:04 am

Philippines to keep mining law intact, despite new minister appointment

The new head of the environment office, Roy Cimatu, has however said he believed it was possible to balance mining and natural resources protection.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 10, 2017 | 6:55 am

BHP Billiton puts Cerro Colorado copper mine in Chile on the block

Workers temporarily blocked access roads to the site in protest for the decision, which they say will inevitably bring a massive wave of layoffs.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 10, 2017 | 3:57 am

CHARTS: Gold price vs Fed vs ETF investors vs hedge funds

Gold price falls to 8-week low Tuesday, turning the old Wall St adage buy on rumour sell on fact on its head and opening up a huge gap for bargain hunters.

Frik Els | May 9, 2017 | 12:07 pm

Exploring new heights – Miller Technology developing new products in 2017

Miller Technology Incorporated is looking forward to innovative new designs and products in 2017 following a successful 2016 - despite the downturn in the mining industry. The North Bay company designs and manufactures all of its equipment in its 55,000-square-foot facility.

Miller Technology | May 9, 2017 | 10:47 am