November 29, 2019 Global Snapshot: Gold and silver exploration projects to watch With the rise in the price of gold over the past year, precious metals exploration has picked up steam worldwide.
November 29, 2019 Lucara bets on diamond market recovery, plans mine expansion The company has earmarked $53 million for early work on a planned underground mine at Karowe. A final investment decision will be made in the second half of 2020.
November 28, 2019 Zimbabwe’s ZCDC plans debut international diamond sale in 2020 ZCDC has cut its diamond production forecast for this year by 24% to 3.1 million carats, but sees a rebound to 6.12 million carats in 2020.
November 28, 2019 Tharisa’s profits dive 83% as output declines Pretax profit fell to $11.2 million for the year ended Sept. 30, from $65.0 million a year earlier.
November 27, 2019 Tomra sorter boosts Lucara’s exceptional finds Lucara’s success at the Karowe mine continues, most recently with rare gem quality blue and pink diamonds recovered in September 2019.
November 27, 2019 Anglo CEO urges South Africa to upgrade rail, ports to boost mining The government must tackle unresolved issues in the mining charter and “bring stability” to Eskom.
November 27, 2019 New general manager to lead Maptek in Africa Gideon Slabbert replaces Nick Venter, who will join Maptek's North American operations as Director of Sales and Technical Sales Support.
November 27, 2019 Vale to shutter Mozambique coal operations for 3 months The move could have severe implications for the country’s balance of payments and currency, as coal is by far its biggest source of export earnings.
November 26, 2019 Teranga achieves commercial production at Wahgnion The new mine is expected to achieve the upper end of its 2019 production guidance of 30,000-40,000 oz.
November 26, 2019 Zambia’s KCM smelter set to restart after two-week delay The smelter was shut down in early October for annual maintenance, two days earlier than planned due to an acid leak.
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
