BHP and Anglo remain split on South Africa as time runs out

Nickel has rallied hard this month, clawing back some of the territory lost during its price slide in 2023.

Overseas sales jumped more than 200% in March from the previous month.

India's Ministry of Mines began discussions with Australia and the United States last year, according to Reuters.

Apple previously pledged to source “responsibly” and work to improve working conditions among mining communities, including in Congo.

BlackRock has been among the most bullish voices in the copper market for years.

The proposal comprises an all-share offer for Anglo American by BHP.

Takeover would represent the first mega deal among the world’s biggest diversified miners in over a decade. 

Africa's top oil producer, which is also rich in lithium, gold and limestone, will grant mining licences to only companies that process their minerals locally after toughening licensing rules for foreign companies last year.

Mine Workers Union says the company lacks the finances to invest and operate the Bogoso-Prestea gold mine it acquired more than three years ago.