February 26, 2020 Nigeria’s government licenses two gold refineries Country's central bank will be the main off-taker, holding some of the gold in its reserves.
February 26, 2020 Rio Tinto’s best earnings since 2011 clouded by virus risks Company announced ordinary dividend of $6.2 billion in 2019 and total cash returns of $7.2 billion.
February 26, 2020 Barrick urges AJN to drop plans to buy into Kibali mine The world’s second-largest gold miner has issued a cease and desist notice to the buyer, Canadian junior AJN Resources.
February 26, 2020 Rio’s $1bn spend to reach zero emissions “not enough” Rio's boss said consumers, governments and shareholders must all be willing to make sacrifices if climate targets are to be met.
February 25, 2020 Russia pushes to end partial ban on diamond exports from CAR Current restrictions have increased the amount of diamonds sold illegally, generating profits for middlemen rather than local communities.
February 25, 2020 Ivanhoe development of Congo copper mine ahead of schedule The Vancouver-based miner reported that initial production is to be expected in Q3 2021.
February 25, 2020 Firestone to delist, trim board on tough diamond market The decisions seek to reduce costs and ride out the sector's lingering weakness.
February 25, 2020 Egypt seeks Midas touch with new gold-mining exploration tender The first bid round since 2017 will be held from March 15 to July 15, with subsequent ones taking place every four months.
February 25, 2020 Western Australia is world’s new top mining destination No Canadian provinces made the top ten list this year.
February 24, 2020 Yamana and Orion sell royalties and streams to newly launched Nomad Nomad is acquiring streams in five assets in Africa, Australia and the U.S.
Critical Metals expects to close Greenland rare earth supply deals in Q1 2026, CEO says The company has already pre-sold 75% of planned output, split between the U.S. and Europe. December 31, 2025 | 12:08 pm
