A day for the zama zamas: Illegal gold mining in South Africa
Zama zamas earn a pittance for work that puts their lives at risk on a daily basis
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Philippines delays environment minister nomination approval over mining woes
Former minister Lopez had to leave the post after the same legislative panel that delayed Cimatu’s confirmation rejected her appointment.
Glencore strikes multi-year purchase deal with Angola LNG
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Giant Peru copper project attracts first bidder
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Iron ore price drops through $70
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Brazil mining reform is raising costs for industry – Vale exec
Mining reforms in Brazil are raising the cost of operating without generating increased interest in investing in the sector, an executive for world's largest iron ore producer Vale said on Monday.
South Africa labour disputes drag Petra Diamonds shares down
Shares in the diamond miner fell for a second consecutive day after it warned that two of its South african mines had been affected by strikes.
