October 26, 2016

Rangold looking to the future in Mali

In the current climate of global economic and political stress, it is more important than ever for African governments to engage with their investors in a spirit of genuine partnership,…

October 25, 2016

Botswana Diamonds finds octahedron in sample material at Orapa

The company, which began exploring the area in March this year, said that specialists from its joint venture partner Alrosa are reanalyzing 80 tonnes of samples that were sent to…

October 25, 2016

Anglo American soars on positive production report

Shares were up more than 5% after the firm posted higher output across all divisions, except for copper, and said market conditions for its diamond business had improved.

October 24, 2016

Mining robots key to colonizing Mars — Elon Musk

He envisions people living in big glass-carbon fiber domes on the surface, with additional areas mined out below the surface by robots for "industrial" uses.

October 24, 2016

Randgold continues to invest in development of Côte d’Ivoire’s potential

Exploration by Randgold Resources, which owns and operates the Tongon gold mine in Côte d’Ivoire, continues to highlight exciting possibilities for further investment in the country, chief executive Mark Bristow…

October 24, 2016

Gold Fields to spend $1.4 billion prolonging Ghana mine life

The investment will extend the life of the mine by eight years to 2024, in which the firm expects to produce 1.56 million ounces of gold there.

October 21, 2016

South African union reaches tentative wage deals with platinum trio

AMCU has been demanding pay hikes of more than 50% for its lowest paid members and a 15% hike for its higher paid members.

October 21, 2016

Acacia Mining soars after revising gold output forecast up

Stock climbed 12.94%, closing the session at 529p.

October 19, 2016

Congo takes Freeport, Lundin to court over sale of Tenke Fungurume

The Congo mine, which cost $3 billion to build, holds one of the world’s largest known copper resources.

October 19, 2016

Africa’s first Fairtrade certified gold co-operative offers hope to gold miners living in poverty

Syanyonja Artisan Miners' Alliance has become the first artisanal small scale mining co-operative in Africa to become Fairtrade certified, bringing much needed hope to impoverished communities who risk their lives…