Cecilia Jamasmie, Author at MINING.COM

South Africa divided over controversial mineral law reforms

The country's ’s new mineral resources law, which is awaiting the President’s signature, faces growing opposition as the mines minister, industry and opposition seek review.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 19, 2014 | 11:15 am

Newcrest Mining hit with Australia’s biggest fines: Over US$1.1 million

Newcrest hit with Australia’s biggest fine: over $1.1 million

After the gold company admitted disclosure breaches on two occasions last year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 6:36 pm

New Zealand rejects underwater iron mine

The company now has 15 days to appeal with the High Court.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 3:44 pm

Gold industry to explore ‘fix’ reform

The move could hasten the end of the 95-year-old bullion benchmark.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 2:29 pm

Antofagasta creates one of Chile’s largest private copper miners

Minera Centinela will focus on an emerging mining district in copper-rich Chile's north.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 11:21 am

Canadian man that blew up mine, killed nine, is out of jail

Roger Warren, now 70, will live in a halfway house during his release, which will come up for renewal in six months.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 11:00 am

Ottawa says yes to Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline

The decision will determine Canada’s role as an energy-rich nation in a world trying to balance rising power demands with the dangers of climate change.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 17, 2014 | 9:00 pm