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Technical and Vocational Education is part of the South African New Growth Path (NGP)

BuaNews reports that the Higher Education and Training Minister of South Africa, Blade Nzimande, noted at the Third International Congress on TVET […]

Susanne Iberle | May 14, 2012 | 2:33 pm

New industry association to draw attention to clean technology innovation in mining

The Clean Mining Alliance (CMA), a Canadian a non-profit industry association based in Vancouver, BC, unveiled today its new association aimed at supporting and advocating technological advancements to make the mining industry cleaner and more environmentally responsible.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | May 14, 2012 | 1:54 pm

New preliminary feasibility study improves Seabridge Gold’s KSM Project

Seabridge Gold Inc. (SEA.TO)(SA) announced today the results of an updated National Instrument 43-101-compliant Preliminary Feasibility Study ("PFS") for its 100% owned KSM project located in northern British Columbia, Canada.

Marketwire - Mining and Metals | May 14, 2012 | 1:02 pm

When $6 billion is not enough: Australian mining billionaire to sue newspaper for $50 million

Australian mining billionaire Clive Palmer is threating to sue the Sydney Morning Herald, one of the most respected daily newspapers in Down Under, for $50 million over "totally false and improper claims" about his China First coal mine.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 14, 2012 | 1:00 pm

Firestone Diamonds recovered three large rocks at Lesotho mine

Junior miner Firestone Diamonds announced today it has found three large diamonds at its Liqhobong mine in Lesotho and that first quarter production at the location was looking up.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 14, 2012 | 12:12 pm

Kimberley Process executive calls to redefine concept of conflict diamond

Kimberley Process leader Gillian Milovanovic has proposed a new definition of conflict diamonds to include acts of violence during his presentation at the opening of the 8th World Diamond Council (WDC) meeting in Vicenza, Italy.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 14, 2012 | 11:56 am

Gold and base metal plays: Jerome Hass and Jimmy Chu

Toronto-based hedge fund managers Jerome Hass and Jimmy Chu of Lightwater Partners discuss their strategic approach to taking long positions on gold, zinc and tungsten opportunities around the world.

The Gold Report | May 13, 2012 | 8:27 pm