Tongon went from almost being sold to becoming one of Barrick Gold’s most valued assets.

Prosecutors felt a previous agreement - in which the companies agreed to pay around 20 billion reais ($3.80 billion)- had not been effective enough.

Adani Power, Hindalco Industries and Vedanta Ltd were among the companies that submitted bids.

Glencore will provide a loan to acquire most of the outstanding debt of the Dunkirk smelter and the Duffel factory.

LME cash copper prices are expected to average $4.20 per lb. in 2021 and $3.96 per lb. in 2022, according to the inaugural edition of Critical Metals for a Sustainable World.

Twiga Minerals manages the Bulyanhulu, North Mara and Buzwagi mines in Tanzania.

September-quarter coal sales will be between 300,000 to 500,000 tonnes less.