November 9, 2021 Investors pushed mining giants to quit coal. Now it’s backfiring Anglo American's strategy reversal has become a case study for unintended consequences.
November 9, 2021 Asante Gold to start producing at Bibiani in 2022 The Canadian miner aims to produce about 190,000 ounces in the first 12 months, ramping up to 240,000oz annually for at least six years.
November 8, 2021 At least 18 killed in artisanal gold mine collapse in Niger Artisanal miners often use old-fashioned and unregulated methods of digging, leading to frequent deadly accidents.
November 8, 2021 AngloGold CEO cuts red tape to boost output and lower costs AngloGold’s new “simplified structure” will mean local managers report only to the chief operations officer and chief executive officer.
November 8, 2021 AngloGold posts 8% rise in cash flows for third quarter The miner recorded a cash flow of $342 million in the third quarter of 2021, compared to $318 million in the second quarter.
November 8, 2021 Gemfields finds largest emerald ever at Zambia mine The 7,525-carat gemstone was named Chipembele, which means “rhino” in the local dialect of Bemba.
November 5, 2021 Implats said to mull bid for Royal Bafokeng as soon as next week One of the main discussion points is the split between cash and equity that Implats may pay.
November 5, 2021 Smuggling prompts Africa’s biggest gold producer to rethink export tax Ghana saw its output slump 14% in 2020 after coronavirus-related restrictions slowed operations and a tax on the exports of small-scale producers was introduced.
November 5, 2021 Work set to start on Botswana coal mine in 2022 despite pressure Botswana is edging ahead with developing its coal resources, which are estimated at 200 billion tonnes.
November 5, 2021 As Africa’s renewables grow, fossil fuels inventories drop – report A new report by PwC states that as Africa’s fossil fuel inventories show a downturn, renewables are on the rise across the continent.
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