May 5, 2021

Ivanhoe Mines promises zero emissions at Kamoa-Kakula

The Canadian company is committed to net-zero operational Scope 1 and 2 emissions at its copper mine in DRC.

May 5, 2021

Barrick Gold profit beats expectations as copper, gold prices surge

The gold giant reported a 78% jump in first-quarter profit.

May 5, 2021

Lucapa sells $1.5 million worth of Mothae diamonds

The 3,617 carat parcel of rough diamonds was sold for $420 per carat.

May 5, 2021

Metals price rally could hamper switch to green energy — IEA

Prices for commodities — from lithium to cobalt — have hit record highs as demand for clean energy technologies increases.

May 4, 2021

Mining industry risk aversion could slow the pace of energy transition — report

Wood Mackenzie argues that it appears the mining industry is erring on the side of indecision.

May 4, 2021

Gem Diamonds finds 254-carat diamond at Letseng

The company has found more than 60 white gem quality diamonds over 100 carats each, with 16 of them recovered last year.

May 4, 2021

Centamin to start building solar plant at Sukari

The $37 million project also includes 7.5 MW battery–energy storage system and is expected to be commissioned in the first half of 2022.

May 3, 2021

Anglo American CEO: “45% of the world’s economic activity is driven by the mining sector”

There remains a gulf between the public perception of mining and the reality of mining.

May 3, 2021

Gemstone jewellers, miners launch information centre to promote traceability

The Gemstones and Jewellery Community Platform provides information on responsible sourcing, due diligence, environmental protection, human and labour rights.

May 1, 2021

Record metals prices catapult mining profits beyond big oil

The mining windfall is the latest sign of a boom in iron ore, copper and other metals that’s sending an inflationary wave through the global economy.