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Illegal Chinese gold miners blamed for pollution, violence in Ghana

Government officials’ comments add bitterness to the already resentful locals, following wave of negative coverage of Chinese mining practices in the Ghanian media.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 2, 2017 | 3:00 am

Sherritt surrenders equity share at Ambatovy to cut $1.4B in debt

Canada-based nickel miner Sherritt (TSX:S) has struck a deal with its partners at the Ambatovy nickel operation in Madagascar, allowing the company to eliminate $1.4 billion in debt.

Andrew Topf | May 1, 2017 | 6:35 pm

Freak copper price jump has analysts scratching their heads

The copper price had its best day in a month, but commodity analysts were at a loss to explain why.

Andrew Topf | May 1, 2017 | 6:06 pm

Record outflows from gold ETFs as price plumbs 3-week low

It's been a rough set of trading sessions for the yellow metal.

Andrew Topf | May 1, 2017 | 5:18 pm

Harnessing bacteria to turn gold grains into nuggets

A bacteria that re-concentrates gold grains into nuggets is being targeted by researchers for its potential to optimise gold extraction processes from ore, old tailings or recycled electronics.

The Lead South Australia | May 1, 2017 | 4:02 pm