September 15, 2021 Nigerian minister wants death penalty for gold smuggling Lawmakers are investigating the alleged loss of $9 billion a year to illegal mining of the precious metal.
September 15, 2021 FirstRand bank to end loans to new coal mines, plants in 2026 It makes it one of only two big South African lenders to close the door on funding for such activities altogether.
September 14, 2021 China backs Congo’s ban on 6 small Chinese mining companies The move comes as Democratic Republic of Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi increases scrutiny of Chinese mining activities.
September 14, 2021 Zambia says it will restore ‘sanity’ to rattled mining sector Zambia's newly-appointed mines minister said on Tuesday that the government will ensure stability and predictability in the mining sector.
September 14, 2021 Petra Diamonds mulls selling Williamson mine The company noted it continues to engage in talks with Tanzania to bring the mine back online before year-end.
September 13, 2021 Barrick eyes new mines, not deals, for future growth CEO Mark Bristow said the company will strike a deal should an appealing one present itself, which he described as a mine that can produce 500,000 ounces of gold annually…
September 13, 2021 Murders of environment and land defenders hit record high – report A record 227 people were killed in 2020 for standing up against developments, including mining projects, a report by Global Witness shows.
September 12, 2021 Guinea junta leader to meet political, mining leaders this week Guinea coup leader Mamady Doumbouya has agreed to meet with mining companies.
September 10, 2021 Glencore is stalling Chad’s debt revamp talks, premier says About a third of Chad’s public external debt is owed to Glencore and other commercial lenders under an oil-for-cash program.
September 10, 2021 ArcelorMittal to triple iron ore production in Liberia The company was exploring the possibility of expanding production to as much as 30 million tonnes a year.
Critical Metals expects to close Greenland supply deals in Q1 2026, CEO says The company has already pre-sold 75% of planned output, split between the US and Europe. December 31, 2025 | 12:08 pm
