August 14, 2024

China’s XCMG signs deal with Simfer for Simandou iron ore project

China's leading construction machinery manufacturer will provide $112m in core mining equipment.

August 13, 2024

Botswana aims to negotiate bigger stake in HB Antwerp diamond dealer

Botswana's economy has been hit by a drop in demand for diamonds.

August 13, 2024

DRC-Zambia border reopens, copper exports resume

Congo's import ban last month led to protests and Zambia closing the border for transport drivers' safety.

August 12, 2024

China drives African lithium surge to lock in key battery metal

The continent is projected to account for almost 11% of global supply this year.

August 12, 2024

Lucara sales offer glimmer of hope to struggling diamond sector

Lucara's Karowe mine in Botswana generated $41.3 million in revenue, a 7% increase from the same period last year.

August 12, 2024

Gold Fields buys Osisko in $1.6 billion cash deal

The takeover grants the South African gold miner full ownership of the Windfall project in Canada, diversifying its portfolio.

August 11, 2024

Zambia closes border with Congo, blocking key copper trade route

The move follows protests in Congo that flared after the government of that country banned certain beverage imports from Zambia.

August 9, 2024

Russia asks Niger to help as geologists taken hostage

Two employees of an unidentified Russian company came under attack by militants in July, while they were exploring for mineral resources, according to the news service.

August 9, 2024

Video: World Gold Council sees market uncertainty raising metal’s price

WGC senior market strategist sees several trigger points that could prompt gold to move even higher, perhaps stirring more interest from retail investors.

August 9, 2024

ICMM updates Indigenous Peoples and Mining position statement  

The updated statement sets out what companies will do if agreement cannot be reached and States have granted permission for projects to proceed.