Barrick chair says he ‘never’ planned to use Hannam for Randgold mergerDealmaker is suing Randgold for up to $18 million over Barrick merger work.Staff Writer | December 10, 2024 | 10:47 am
US DOE to invest $17 million in critical minerals technology projectsThe projects, which span 11 states, are designed to strengthen…Staff Writer | December 10, 2024 | 9:53 am
Guinea plans sovereign wealth fund backed by iron ore incomeThe African nation's Simandou mine is expected to start production…Bloomberg News | December 10, 2024 | 9:29 am
Contango ORE stock plummets as costs rise at Alaska gold mine The cost rise relates to an overall reduction in the amount of ore being transported annually by approximately 20%. Staff Writer | November 29, 2024 | 8:35 am
Colombia to set up reserve zones amid miners’ concerns Designating certain areas as temporary reserve zones will effectively restrict extraction and exploration in those areas, companies warn. Staff Writer | November 29, 2024 | 4:57 am
Botswana Diamonds gets environmental nod for Thorny River Company expects the mining permit to be granted within the next six weeks, following further community consultations. Staff Writer | November 29, 2024 | 3:34 am
Resolute Mining forks out further $50 million to Mali for detained employees The miner's top boss Terence Holohan and two other employees were released by Mali government, the company said in a statement on Nov. 21. Reuters | November 28, 2024 | 4:31 pm
Platinum Group partners with Saudi firm for smelter amid South African export hurdles The partnership with Ajlan & Bros includes a $4 million feasibility study split 50/50. Henry Lazenby - The Northern Miner | November 28, 2024 | 1:47 pm
Lumina Gold secures improved Ecuador terms with Cangrejos mining permit, analyst says The contract includes $25 million in advance royalty payments to the government split into four stages. Henry Lazenby - The Northern Miner | November 28, 2024 | 12:09 pm
Oman firm replaces sanctioned Alrosa in Angolan diamond miner Alrosa, which held a 41% interest in the Catoca operation, has been sanctioned by the US, EU and their allies. Bloomberg News | November 28, 2024 | 10:16 am
Amaroq pours first gold at Nalunaq mine in Greenland The pour took place on Wednesday, following approval of Phase 1 commissioning of the Nalunaq processing plant by the Greenlandic government. Staff Writer | November 28, 2024 | 10:08 am
India, Mongolia in talks for preliminary mining pact The pact will focus on transit of minerals such as coal and copper, Reuters sources say. Reuters | November 28, 2024 | 8:00 am