Peru’s copper sector the one with highest growth potential in the world—Chilean expert Peruvian copper projects are solid, competitive and less costly in terms of energy needs, says the expert. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2014 | 10:45 am
Dominion to sell diamonds online from Diavik and Ekati The company has extended the productive life timeframe for both Canadian operations. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 4, 2014 | 6:36 pm
Mining deals for about $10bn coming soon to a market near you—E&Y However, the report says those funds are unlikely to be available to junior miners. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 4, 2014 | 3:04 pm
Antofagasta Minerals set to spend US$30 million in exploration in Chile The company, one of the largest “pure play” copper miners, aims to extend its portfolio. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 4, 2014 | 1:54 pm
Barrick, Goldcorp selling Marigold mine for $275 million To Silver Standard Resources. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 4, 2014 | 11:26 am
South Africa Grindrod to build copper railway in Zambia It will connect the landlocked country's vast copper mines to the Atlantic coast. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 7:09 pm
Canadian, Aussie juniors lead mining exploration in Chile While the junior sector keeps attracting foreign investment, about $40 billion large-scale projects have been put on ice or postponed, study reveals. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 5:38 pm
Watchdog censures mining firms in Uganda for ignoring locals’ rights Rights group claims Uganda’s government has promoted private investment in mining without involving landowners. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 4:14 pm
Amplats to slash 1,400 jobs, warns fresh strike could lead to more Despite the miner returned to profitability last year, it is now facing a strike at its processing plants. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 12:44 pm
Mining opposition risks $57bn projected investment in Peru Last year alone there were 149 conflicts involving mines in the country. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 11:36 am
