September 24, 2019

Rising resource nationalism in Africa ups stakes for miners — report

Central Africa’s copperbelt, and Tanzania capture the bulk of resource nationalism risks, Verisk Maplecroft says.

September 24, 2019

Global copper deficit deepens as Chile, Indonesia production drops

The international refined copper market ended the first half of 2019 with a supply shortfall of about 220,000 tonnes.

September 23, 2019

First Quantum slumps after saying it’s not in takeover talks

The owner of Africa’s biggest copper mine is headed for the biggest loss in seven weeks.

September 23, 2019

Petra finds 20.08-carat blue diamond at flagship Cullinan mine

Recovery demonstrates the quality of Petra's asset base, as the Cullinan diamond mine remains a significant source of rare blue diamonds, said the company.

September 22, 2019

Cobalt price boost as electric vehicle loadings surge

New study shows despite ongoing thrifting efforts, cobalt use per electric vehicle sold around the world this year is up 45%.

September 22, 2019

Canadian student discovers new mineral inside a diamond

The new mineral was named goldschmidtite.

September 20, 2019

Palladium price peaks at new record high, rhodium roaring

"Any signs of stimulus from the Chinese auto market could lead to additional upside price potential."

September 20, 2019

Gold exploration trends: drilling up, optimism returns

The amount of reported drillholes surged by a staggering 139% in Australia.

September 20, 2019

Leader of militant South African mining union re-elected

Joseph Mathunjwa has been at the helm of AMCU since it was officially registered in 2002.

September 20, 2019

SL Mining to halt operations at Marampa iron ore mine in Sierra Leone

The move follows a shipment ban imposed by the government in July.