October 20, 2023

Ionic wins licence to mine rare earths in Uganda

The Makuutu project has a geology similar to southern China's clay-type deposits, the cheapest and most accessible source of heavy REEs.

October 20, 2023

Superdeep diamonds reveal how Gondwana grew from below

Superdeep diamonds likely migrated to the surface together with different parts of the former supercontinent Gondwana following violent volcanic eruptions.

October 20, 2023

Zimbabwe’s biggest diamond miner shifts sales to Dubai auctions

Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Co. has auctioned 4 million carats of stones so far this year.

October 20, 2023

Atlantic Lithium granted 15-year permit for Ghana mine

It comes as Ghana seeks to diversify away from gold production to tap into the multibillion-dollar battery metals industry.

October 19, 2023

Indonesian copper-gold company storms ranking of world’s 50 most valuable mining stocks

Amid a wider slump, MINING.COM’s ranking was lit up by newcomer Amman Minerals, which now sits just outside the top 10 after minting at least six new billionaires since its July…

October 19, 2023

RMI and Copper Mark release Risk Readiness Assessment criteria

RRA consists of 33 criteria covering ESG risks, and defines due diligence requirements.

October 19, 2023

Caledonia explores funding options to build Zimbabwe’s biggest gold mine

Gold miner wants to raise $250 million for Bilboes mine.

October 19, 2023

Canada should be prepared to scrutinize African copper mine sale, mining veteran says

The Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana, owned by Canada's Cuprous Capital, has attracted the interest of as many as three Chinese companies with state ties.

October 18, 2023

Canadian technology company creates metals supply chain software to combat fraud

Alberta-based Daniola says it has developed a secure digital platform to bring more accountability and transparency to metals transactions. 

October 17, 2023

Tharisa delays Zimbabwe platinum mine, citing weak prices and uncertain economy

Tharisa is building the 194,000 ounce per year Karo PGM mine at a cost of $391 million.