October 31, 2018

Gem Diamonds revises up full-year output target as recoveries on the rise

So far in 2018, Gem has found thirteen diamonds over 100 carats, two of which were found in the third quarter.

October 31, 2018

South African diamond miner wants to go digital

Epiroc and Kimberley Ekapa Mining are working together to digitize the latter’s diamond operations.

October 30, 2018

Randgold Resources’ Mali gold mining complex ramps up production

Increased grades expected in Q3 and Q4 of this year.

October 29, 2018

Zimbabwe lithium miner sees first production in Q2 next year

The southern African nation is pushing the metal as a major draw for investors as it looks to attract capital to its mining sector following the ousting last year of…

October 29, 2018

Rio says Chinalco pact for $1B Simandou stake has lapsed

Rio and Chinalco have decided to explore other options to realize value from the project.

October 29, 2018

Zimbabwe gold producers warn currency shortage threatens output

Zimbabwe's mining industry is facing “severe viability challenges” because of the shortage of hard currency

October 29, 2018

World’s two top diamond miners join forces to test blockchain pilot

Alrosa has joined rival De Beers' Tracr industry blockchain traceability platform, aimed at clearing the supply chain of imposters and conflict diamonds.

October 29, 2018

Firestone hails strong start of second quarter despite slight recoveries fall

The Africa-focused miner sold a 68-carats white diamond for just under $1 million, which became its third most valuable stone to date.

October 28, 2018

Zimbabwe’s government to give mining claims to artisanal diamond miners

Villagers living around the Marange diamond fields would benefit.

October 26, 2018

Vedanta says will invest $700-$800m in South Africa smelter

Investment in South Africa on the rise