October 10, 2017 Another world record blast for BME Blasting and explosives leader BME has broken the world record for the most electronic detonators fired in a single blast
October 9, 2017 Petra Diamonds might breach debt covenants The company says that labour disruptions in South Africa and the confiscation of a parcel of diamonds by the Tanzanian government are to blame.
October 6, 2017 Can Mali maintain its gold mining status? The fate of IAMGOLD's Sadiola mine hangs in the balance as Mali's gold exports fall and production winds down.
October 6, 2017 Electric cars prompt consultants CRU to explore cobalt sulphate index Any cobalt sulphate prices published by CRU would be based on traded prices in China, a cobalt industry source said.
October 5, 2017 Informal gold mining resumes in Mali after restructuring: minister After a 3 month suspension, Mali allows informal gold mining to recommence. The country exported over 16 tonnes of gold in the first 4 months of this year.
October 5, 2017 Graphite seeing some upward movement The graphite market has shown its first sign of life in a few years with some upward price pressure.
October 4, 2017 Massive diamond found by Sierra Leone pastor now for sale in Antwerp The 709-carat rock is the second-largest ever found in the West African nation.
October 4, 2017 Rainbow Rare Earths closer than ever to kick off production in Burundi The Gakara mine holds some high-grade rare earth elements, some of which are expected to become essential for the manufacturing of batteries, magnets and electric vehicles.
October 4, 2017 South Africa mining lobby rejects talks with ministry over charter The country's chamber of mines and the ministry are locked in a number of legal disputes over the mining charter, which aims to increase black ownership and participation in the…
October 3, 2017 Firestone Diamonds soars on largest find to date at Lesotho mine It's a 134 carat gem-quality light yellow diamond recovered at the company's its Liqhobong mine.
China pledges to control steel output during 2026-2030 period In the first 11 months of 2025, China's crude steel output fell 4% from a year earlier. December 27, 2025 | 08:20 am
