August 24, 2023 Aton Resources takes first step to secure mining licence in Egypt Aton is aiming to develop the next Egyptian gold mines at Abu Marawat, located 200 km north of Centamin's world-class Sukari gold mine.
August 24, 2023 Perseus Mining shares rise on increase in African gold reserves Proven and probable ore reserves are now estimated at 3.4 million ounces, up from a year ago estimate of 3.3 million ounces.
August 24, 2023 Congo wants ERG copper, cobalt assets in bid to regain control The government and state-owned miner Gecamines say ERG has been too slow to develop the deposits.
August 23, 2023 Rio Tinto inks agreement with Madagascar government on QMM operations Deal will enhance the benefits for the people of Madagascar and support a sustainable future for the ilmenite mine, Rio says.
August 23, 2023 Billionaire Agarwal pledges to pay Zambia creditors before retaking mine Vedanta is ready to pay $250 million owed to suppliers in Zambia before the company resumes control of copper mines that were seized.
August 23, 2023 Miners hope to keep ‘gold shining’ in Mali despite ownership law Some of Mali's top gold producers said a new law to allow the military-led government to increase its ownership of mines should not apply to existing operations.
August 22, 2023 Lucara unearths 692-carat diamond at Karowe mine in Botswana The diamond represents the fourth +300 carat diamond recovered year to date.
August 18, 2023 Momentum builds for Piedmont Lithium’s ambitious production plans as portfolio expands in Africa The Australian company aims to become one of the world’s lowest cost producers of lithium hydroxide, and says it is the most strategically located to serve the North American EV…
August 18, 2023 Anglogold Ashanti shareholders approve South Africa exit The proposed reorganization also includes the relocation of Anglogold's headquarters to London from Johannesburg.
August 18, 2023 Rule that rocked global carbon market softened in Zimbabwe The country now says it will accept a smaller share of revenue and has begun the process of reinstating scrapped projects.
Copper at heart of probable Rio bid for Glencore: RBC A premium of 15% to 30% to Glencore’s early January share price could get the deal done, RBC analyst said. January 18, 2026 | 06:47 am