October 14, 2016 Philippines to extend ban on new mines, review current permits The move is part of the government's increasing efforts to clamp down on damage caused by the mining industry in the nation, the world's top nickel ore supplier.
October 14, 2016 Antofagasta’s Los Pelambres mine faces potential $24 million fine, closure Chile's environmental regulator has drawn up nine charges against the copper mine for mismanaging water resources and nearby flora.
October 13, 2016 DiamondCorp’s troubles continue The company was issued a shutdown notice for its Lace project in South Africa's Free State province.
October 13, 2016 Illegal miners refuse to leave AngloGold’s Obuasi operation Experts say Ghana's government is unlikely to do anything before the upcoming presidential election on Dec. 7 for fear of losing votes.
October 13, 2016 Anglo Asian shares dive after reporting gold output drop in Azerbaijan The company produced 49,874 ounces of gold in the nine months to September, or 7.8% less than in the same quarter last year. It also cut its 2016 production target.
October 13, 2016 Who’s better for gold? Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton? It does not really matter who wins the election — gold is poised for over a 325% gain in the years ahead because of the mess that both political parties…
October 13, 2016 Positive signs put Canadian junior miners in a good position for recovery – PwC report Investors have seen a rise in the market capitalization of top junior mining companies on the TSX Venture Exchange by more than 100% compared to last year.
October 13, 2016 Kumba becomes the sole owner of Sishen mine South Africa has granted the miner, a unit of Anglo American, previously disputed mining rights at the operation, ending a seven-year dispute.
October 13, 2016 China goes on unexpected commodities binge even as concerns linger The country acquired crude oil, coal and iron ore last month, customs data showed on Thursday, even as Beijing cools its overheated property market and concerns linger about the health…
Iamgold’s Lemelin thanks mentor for Africa option Bruno Lemelin recalls his first Iamgold boss urging him to join Essakane in Burkina Faso as regional politics began to unravel. December 26, 2025 | 05:00 am
