April 18, 2023

B2Gold begins phased closure of Namibia mine

It will gradually reduce Otjikoto's open pit production until 2031, when it will cease operations completely.

April 18, 2023

Billionaire Robert Friedland comes out in defence of Teck

He warned Canada should not take lightly Glencore's attempted takeover of Teck, which has a track record of supporting local juniors.

April 17, 2023

Namibia-focused Osino cuts best gold hit yet

The latest results yield a weighted average grade of 1.57 grams gold per tonne over an average width of 44.2 metres.

April 17, 2023

Sotheby’s to auction world’s largest ruby in New York in June

Auction is estimated to achieve more than $30 million.

April 17, 2023

Tanzania signs $667 million deals for rare earth and graphite projects

Deals are part of the president's drive to fast-track negotiations on long-pending mining and energy projects.

April 14, 2023

Four killed in accident at Sibanye-Stillwater gold project in South Africa

Incident took place on Thursday when five contractors were installing a head pulley of the conveyor infrastructure.

April 13, 2023

Apple to use only recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025

A quarter of all cobalt used in Apple products came from recycled material in 2022, up from 13% a year earlier.

April 13, 2023

South Africa targets $111bn investment goal in tough investor climate

Mismanagement and corruption at state-owned companies have had a knock-on effect on ports and road transport, hitting efficiency and dampening investor appetite.

April 13, 2023

Sudan charges Russian national in gold-smuggling probe that showed power feud

The case involves a firm allegedly tied to the Russian mercenary Wagner Group.

April 12, 2023

Botswana threatens break-up with De Beers in push for better diamond deal

The nation is seeking a larger share of rough diamonds and revenues from its long-standing partner De Beers.