December 12, 2024

Exxaro said to have discussed acquiring South African manganese mine

The Tshipi Borwa mine produced 3.3 million tonnes of ore in 2022, making it the country’s second-biggest producer in that year.

December 12, 2024

Global scramble for critical minerals fuelling protectionism

Protectionism is rising across 72 nations as governments vie for critical minerals, Verisk Maplecroft research shows.

December 11, 2024

Syrah Resources declares force majeure for graphite mine in Mozambique

Mozambique has been rocked by protests against a disputed election since early October, with at least 100 fatalities reported.

December 11, 2024

Satellite data analysis shows copper smelting activity surged in November

Global copper smelting last month reached its highest level since February.

December 11, 2024

Mali arrests, Niger site seizure rattle Western miners

Short term, analysts said they expected juntas to continue squeezing the companies already in the region.

December 11, 2024

Zimbabwe wants 26% free-carry stake in new mining projects

Resource nationalism is strengthening across Africa as countries seek a greater share of the profits from their commodities.

December 10, 2024

Robex shifts focus to Guinea, aims to pour first gold in 2025

The company has been producing gold at the Nampala mine in Mali since 2017.

December 10, 2024

Barrick said to seek buyer for Ivory Coast mine as bullion soars

Barrick plans to stop production at the 24-year-old Tongon open-pit mine by 2027.

December 10, 2024

Fortuna boosts mineral resource at Séguéla gold mine in Côte d’Ivoire

Exploration programs grew inferred resources to 677,000 gold ounces, including the contribution of four new mineral deposits, CEO says.

December 10, 2024

Barrick chair says he ‘never’ planned to use Hannam for Randgold merger

Dealmaker is suing Randgold for up to $18 million over Barrick merger work.