Nickel briefly surges by limit as report of blast spooks market
The metal price jumped by its 15% daily limit after an unconfirmed report about a blast at a nickel plant in Indonesia.
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Column: Iron ore’s price bounce may be based on more than just China hopes
The price of spot iron ore for delivery to northern China has rallied from a two-year low as some optimism creeps back into the market.
Ghana president sacks junior finance minister over alleged impropriety
A recent expose alleged that the minister had taken bribes from artisanal mine investors in the West African country.
Novel copper-based material key to safely convert heat into electricity
Researchers are working to replace toxic lead and tellurium in thermoelectric devices.
Shanta Gold shares drop as Shandong, Chaarat end takeover talks
It said Shandong Gold, Chaarat Gold and previously Yintai Gold's offers did not reflect the value of the company.
Salazar, Adventus reach deal for $270m Ecuador copper-gold project
Once built, El Domo would be Ecuador’s third major mining operation.
Protestors invade Hochschild’s largest mine in Peru
Residents of the Huancute Annex have invaded the Inmaculada mine and built picket lines with women and cattle to avoid being forcefully removed by police.
Africa moving very slowly toward clean energy transition — report
Africa’s investments accounted for only 0.6% of the $434 billion destined for clean energy worldwide.
South African efforts to clear coal railway derailment disrupted by violence
South Africa’s Transnet said extortion and violent acts significantly disrupted efforts to clear a train derailment on a coal export line.
