May 14, 2025

US establishes new tin supply chain in deal with Rwanda’s Trinity Metals

The move comes as Rwanda seeks to diversify its mineral exports and strengthen trade relations with the US.

May 14, 2025

Congo may impose more cobalt curbs after four-month export ban

The country imposed the export ban in February to try to revive prices for the metal.

May 13, 2025

Aya Gold & Silver soars on record quarter, EBRD loan

During the first quarter of 2025, silver production from the company's Zgounder mine reached 1.07 million oz., its highest ever.

May 13, 2025

Chinese firms to invest $1.75 billion in Ethiopia mining, solar

CSI Solar will spend $250 million on a plant producing solar modules and energy storage products, while Sequoia plans to invest $600 million in coal exploration.

May 13, 2025

Orano files lawsuit over staff detention in Niger

Orano said it had been unable to contact its mining director in Niger, who was taken to the headquarters of the country's external intelligence agency.

May 13, 2025

De Beers secretly sells discounted diamonds to selected traders

The company has been selling the stones at a 10% to 20% discount to its set prices.

May 13, 2025

Exxaro buys manganese mines in $640M diversification push

Deal aligns with the coal miner’s strategy to diversify into energy-transitioning metals and renewable energy.

May 12, 2025

RANKED: World’s top 20 largest gold mines

A turbulent trade war that could reconfigure the global economy has spotlighted gold's strategic importance.

May 12, 2025

Op-Ed: Africa’s mining boom is an opportunity to get it right

Historically, extractive industries in Africa have often left a legacy of inequality, displacement and unrest.

May 12, 2025

Sierra Leone’s largest diamond miner shuts down, laying off more than 1,000 workers

Koidu Limited has halted operations and laid off nearly its entire local workforce.