July 10, 2024

Africa’s rare earths could make up 9% of global supply by 2029

Eight mines in countries such as Tanzania, Angola, Malawi and South Africa are expected to start production by 2029.

July 10, 2024

IRH mining dealmaker met with Congo gold smugglers, UN says

IRH, Abu Dhabi’s largest listed company, has been on an aggressive hunt for mining deals in Africa.

July 10, 2024

Atlantic Lithium halts work at Ewoyaa project in Ghana after fatality

Ewoyaa is expected to become Ghana’s first lithium operation.

July 10, 2024

Orezone secures $105 million funding for Bomboré mine expansion

The company estimates that its annual gold production will increase to over 170,000 oz. in 2026, an approximate 50% increase from current levels.

July 10, 2024

Iron ore’s $100 price floor at risk of collapse from jump in supply

A wave of cheap supply starts to build in West Africa.

July 10, 2024

CMOC to double copper output at Congo mines to 1 million tonnes by 2028

The Chinese miner produced about 420,000 tonnes of copper in 2023.

July 10, 2024

Barrick to boost Mali exploration as regulations shift

Mali's mining code has recently undergone a significant review, resulting in a new set of rules in force since July 3rd.

July 9, 2024

Mining’s top 50 companies: two more lithium stocks drop out

The world’s 50 biggest miners gained a combined $42 billion during Q2, but the ranks of lithium stocks in the top tier have halved as valuations plummet.

July 9, 2024

Aya pours first silver at expanded Zgounder mine

Ore feed to the mill is expected this quarter, with commercial production to follow.

July 9, 2024

Conflict in Congo threatens trade in key metals, UN experts say

Companies buying metal sourced from central Africa could be exposing themselves to United Nations sanctions.