April 20, 2015 Scientists reveal diamond bearing rocks more common than originally thought A team of Australian scientists have, for the first time, identified the exact source of diamond-bearing rocks known as orangeites.
April 20, 2015 It’s official: Zambia scales back mining royalties to 9% The announced changes will be effective on July 1, once parliament has approved them.
April 20, 2015 ‘Perfect’ 100-carat diamond goes under Sotheby’s hammer The flawless, 100-carat diamond could fetch up to $25 million when it goes under Sotheby's hammer in New York on Tuesday
April 20, 2015 One year-old Kibali mine already looks to its future The ongoing search for additional reserve ounces at Kibali will secure its future as a long-life mine and one of Africa’s largest gold producers, Randgold Resources chief executive Mark Bristow…
April 20, 2015 Irish Kenmare sends S. African miners in Mozambique home over xenophobia The decision follows a similar move by Sasol, which repatriated Friday 340 of its employees working on projects in the Southeast Africa nation for their own safety.
April 17, 2015 Denham Capital’s Caroline Donally on private equity in mining Director of $1bn fund discusses Denham's unique approach, the vibrant parts of the M&A market and what juniors should do to attract capital.
April 17, 2015 At least 19 dead after illegal mine collapses in Tanzania The accident occurred on Thursday night at Kahama district, Shinyanga region, near Acacia Mining's licensed Bulyanhulu gold mine.
April 17, 2015 Lucapa Diamond unearths 63.05-carat rock from Angola mine It's the largest diamond Lucapa has recovered in Lulo since the mine began commercial operations in January.
April 17, 2015 Rio Tinto claims it will ‘thrive’ on lower iron ore prices The miner defended his decision to boost production, which has led to sinking prices and threatens to put some competitors out of business.
April 15, 2015 Iron ore price back below $50 after Chinese property shock GDP slowdown was expected but China's property sector, responsible for half of steel demand, is in a tailspin as Q1 unsold inventory rises 24%.
Precious metals extend rally as silver price surpasses $90 Spot gold hit a peak of $4,641.29 per ounce, taking its year-to-date gains to 6%. January 14, 2026 | 09:41 am
