Iron ore price plunges, “panic” selling of coking coal
“What has happened has definitely irked policymakers in China. That puts a lot of pressure on coal imports for the end of the year.”
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Sasol said to plan sale of its South Africa coal mining unit
The mining business had turnover of 20 billion rand ($1.4 billion) in the 2018 financial year.
Giyani Metals exits gold exploration in South Africa
Giyani will now focus on its battery-grade K.Hill manganese project in neighbouring Botswana.
London Metal Exchange to delay ban on tainted metal until 2025 — sources
The deadline had been pushed back to 2025 in part because some major producers would not go along with the LME’s original plan.
One battery material sector is cheering for lower prices
Lower prices of vanadium, a metal mainly known for strengthening steel, are key in the drive to increase its use in the booming battery sector.
Uganda to invite companies to redevelop former copper mine
Once a major copper and cobalt producer, the Kilembe mine is believed to contain 4 million tonnes of ore.
Alrosa gets an A+ in social, environmental investments
The Russian miner allocates 3% of its revenue to social expenses and 2.2% to environmental initiatives.
Kepco Bylong’s coal mine in Australia denied development consent
An independent commission found that the mine would have had long-lasting environmental, agricultural and heritage impacts.
SolGold’s projects safe after Ecuador courts rejects mining referendum
The Constitutional Court's verdict is considered a victory for companies seeking to exploit some of the world’s largest untapped copper reserves.
