East Africa Metals sites hit by illegal mining: report
Company denies involvement in any illegal activity and rejects claims that its Chinese partners financed or carried out artisanal operations.
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Indigenous group says ‘no’ to Pan American’s Escobal mine in Guatemala
The Xinka cited risks to water, culture and territory and called for Escobal’s permanent closure.
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Canada formally announces Major Projects
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Americas Gold expands Idaho presence with $65M deal for historic mine
The Crescent underground mine previously operated between 1917 and 1981, during which it produced over 25 million oz. of silver.
BHP liable for 2015 Brazil dam collapse, UK court rules in mammoth lawsuit
BHP said after Friday's judgment that settlements in Brazil would reduce the size of the London lawsuit by about half.
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Ghana scraps tax on minerals exploration to boost investment
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