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A lot more automation, a lot less humans to hit the mining industry

According to a new study, countries where miners are rapidly adopting technologies such as self-driving trucks will be increasingly at risk of reduced socioeconomic benefits from mining.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 26, 2016 | 2:00 am

Cycle of low crude prices nearing an end, says Saudi Oil Minister

Saudi Arabia's Oil Minister Khalid al-Falih declared the cycle of low crude prices is nearing an end as the oil market strengthens in recent weeks.

The Energy Report | October 26, 2016 | 1:00 am

Rangold looking to the future in Mali

In the current climate of global economic and political stress, it is more important than ever for African governments to engage with their investors in a spirit of genuine partnership, Randgold Resources chief executive Mark Bristow said here today.

Randgold Resources | October 26, 2016 | 12:20 am

How to mine the side of the highway for platinum

First you need to screen for rubber, gravel, cement dust and cigarette butts.

Michael Allan McCrae | October 26, 2016 | 12:10 am

INFOGRAPHIC: Top 10 deadliest mine hazards

The infographic breaks down hazards threatening miners including powered haulage, machinery, exploding vessels, slips and falls.

Graphic Products | October 26, 2016 | 12:10 am

Zijin, Shandong go after Barrick Gold’s Veladero mine in Argentina

The potential sale of a 50% stake in Veladero mine could fetch Barrick more than $1 billion, sources familiar with the matter say.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 25, 2016 | 11:30 am

All these Australian mines are reopening thanks to the rally in coal prices

Glencore has already restarted its Collinsville mine in Queensland and there are at least seven other coal operations set to resume production before year-end.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 25, 2016 | 10:00 am

Botswana Diamonds finds octahedron in sample material at Orapa

The company, which began exploring the area in March this year, said that specialists from its joint venture partner Alrosa are reanalyzing 80 tonnes of samples that were sent to South Africa.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 25, 2016 | 7:58 am