February 24, 2025

Sudan’s gold output spikes amid civil war as new mining deals signed

The North African nation produced 65 tons of bullion in 2024, generating some $1.6 billion in government revenue.

February 24, 2025

Amplats halts operations at South African mine after heavy rains

Tumela mine, the smaller underground operation in Amplats' Amandelbult complex, was the most impacted.

February 24, 2025

Congo suspends cobalt exports for four months amid glut

Cobalt prices have dropped below $10 a pound, a level not breached for 10 years.

February 24, 2025

Lucara hits annual diamond production record

The diamond miner increased its processed ore to 2.9 million tonnes last year, up from 2.8 million tonnes in 2023.

February 21, 2025

Ivanhoe nets $193M profit but floods, quick expansion cloud outlook

The disruption at Kipushi not only pushed C1 costs higher but also underlines the vulnerability of operations.

February 21, 2025

Global exploration budgets fall as juniors tighten belts: S&P

Global spending dropped 3% to $12.5 billion, S&P’s Corporate exploration strategies 2024 report shows.

February 21, 2025

China’s Norinco sweetens bid for Congo copper mines as deal stalls

Norinco already owns the Comica and Lamikal mines in Congo.

February 21, 2025

Harmony Gold reports fatality at Mponeng mine

The accident took place on Thursday morning when the seismic event was followed by a ground collapse.

February 21, 2025

Sibanye shares fall after smaller loss as US mines struggle

The South African producer made a loss of $398 million in 2024.

February 20, 2025

Barrick reaches agreement with Mali to resolve mining dispute – report

Barrick will pay $438M to the government in exchange for the release of detained employees, the return of seized gold and the resumption of operations at Loulo-Gounkoto.