April 9, 2023

Researchers find unexpected link between Benin Bronzes and Germany

New research shows that the renowned Benin Bronzes are composed of metal sourced from Germany.

April 7, 2023

Column: Is it time to embrace Congo’s artisanal cobalt miners?

The problems around artisanal cobalt mining in DRC will take "a coalition to solve", according to Microsoft.

April 7, 2023

Spain to invest $2.3 billion in S. African energy transition

South Africa produced an energy-transition plan last year that estimated it will need 1.5 trillion rand ($82 billion) in investment over the next five years.

April 6, 2023

De Beers finds diamond within a diamond, names it the “Beating Heart”

The 0.33-carat rough diamond has an internal cavity enclosing a smaller loose diamond, which moves around within the space.

April 6, 2023

Newcrest, Harmony Gold ink deal to move Wafi-Golpu project forward

They have agreed with Papua New Guinea on the terms of a contract to start developing their joint copper and gold project.

April 5, 2023

South Africa’s Northam quits RBPlat takeover battle

Northam's decision to end its pursuit of RBPlat clears the path for Impala.

April 4, 2023

Iron ore price expected to ease over next 5 years on slower demand growth and more supply

In the long term, Fitch expects prices to decline to $50 a tonne.

April 4, 2023

Zimbabwe to investigate gold-smuggling allegations

The government has broken the silence around allegations of gold smuggling and money laundering exposed in an Al-Jazeera documentary.

April 4, 2023

KoBold Metals appoints female CEO for Zambia copper unit

Top female executives at global metals and mining companies held just over 11% of C-suite positions in 2022.

April 4, 2023

Swiss court upholds corruption ruling against mining magnate Steinmetz

Beny Steinmetz was sentenced two years ago in one of the mining industry's most high-profile legal disputes.