January 30, 2020 South Africa’s Wescoal to break ground at new coal mine in February The new project is being developed amid a global pushback against the coal industry.
January 30, 2020 Congo moves to monopolize about 25% of all cobalt exports Newly created state monopoly will buy all output not extracted by industrial operators.
January 29, 2020 De Beers diamond sales jump after terrible year for gems The diamond miner De Beers sold the most gems since April 2019, in a sign the industry is starting to recover from a slump in demand.
January 28, 2020 Amplats sees profit more than doubling on metals rally The improved earnings show how higher metals prices are boosting mining companies’ bottom line.
January 28, 2020 Kibali mine beats guidance with record 2019 output The mine's production exceeded its 2019 guidance of 750,000 ounces by a substantial margin.
January 28, 2020 Danakali begins work to get Eritrean potash project off the ground Colluli has the potential to produce 944,000 tonnes of sop, a premium grade fertilizer, over its 200-year plus mine-life.
January 27, 2020 Petra Diamonds revenue slips as China, Hong Kong demand wanes The diamond miner has invested heavily in the Cullinan mine in South Africa.
January 26, 2020 Eskom CEO plans operations overhaul with slower breakup mulled Eskom’s inability to provide a regular supply of electricity is curbing mining, manufacturing and other industrial output.
January 24, 2020 IMF aid to Congo Republic on hold over Glencore, Trafigura impasse The IMF bailout hinges on the African nation restructuring the oil-backed loans to the Swiss traders.
January 24, 2020 South Africa mine deaths fall to record low in 2019 A poor safety record has contributed to slower investment at some South African mines in recent years.
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
