November 28, 2016

CHARTS: Gold miners to hike investment in 2017

Project funding would be main priority, says Moody’s.

November 28, 2016

Lucapa granted new five-year exploration licence for iconic Angola mine

The miner said the decision applies to the entire 3,000 square kilometer Lulo site, a project that has bored some massive gems, including the largest diamond ever found in Angola.

November 25, 2016

South32 looking for more coking coal mines

The company, however, has decided to stay away from thermal coal assets due mainly to uncertainties over demand linked to climate concerns.

November 23, 2016

Ivanhoe Mines announces significant progress in upgrading the Kipushi zinc-copper mine in the DRC

"We are working hard to have the mine ready to restart production": Robert Friedland

November 23, 2016

Industry supports Machine Tools Africa 2017 as sales exceed 70%

Machine Tools Africa, launched in association with the Machine Tools Merchants’ Association of South Africa (MTMA), is the biggest trade exhibition of its kind in Africa showcasing cutting edge developments…

November 23, 2016

Barrick Gold, IAMGOLD, Gold Fields, Avalon, and Antofagasta recognized for their leadership in renewables at Energy and Mines Renewables and Mining Awards

Mining companies were awarded and celebrated last night for their investments in renewable energy at a glittering awards gala and dinner in Toronto.

November 22, 2016

Congo gets firmer grip on Ivanhoe’s Kamoa-Kakula copper project

Canada’s Ivanhoe Mines and joint-venture partner Zijin Mining have transferred a further 15% interest in their Kamoa-Kakula copper project to the DRC’s government.

November 21, 2016

About 500 iron ore jobs to go at Rio Tinto

The world's second largest miner said the job cuts at its Australian iron ore business are part of a restructuring of the division.

November 18, 2016

Gold Fields withdraws $1.4bn offer for Kirkland Lake

The Johannesburg-based company, however, said it remained interested in a negotiated transaction.

November 18, 2016

Randgold, Newcrest join forces to explore Ivory Coast for more gold

The new venture is part of Randgold's ambitious plan to discover three new deposits in the next five years.