Gates, Bezos-backed KoBold Metals to build copper-cobalt mine in Zambia

The Mingomba deposit hosts average copper grades about six times higher than those found in Chile, the world’s top producer.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 14, 2022 | 6:16 am

China may extend state iron ore buying strategy to lithium

If successful in iron ore, the mandate of China's new centralised state buyer could be extended to lithium, copper and bauxite.

Frik Els | December 13, 2022 | 10:37 am

Peru copper mines face transport delays as protests spread

Cerro Verde, near the southwestern city of Arequipa, is experiencing holdups in transport of people, supplies and product.

Bloomberg News | December 13, 2022 | 9:53 am

Copper price rises as US inflation rate slows

US inflation was 7.1% over the 12 months to the end of November, dropping from 7.7% in October.

Staff Writer | December 13, 2022 | 9:51 am

Global miners’ ESG strategies show ‘concerning’ lack of focus on gender

A report by Stratum and Digbee shows that gender is considered the “least important” social priority for mining companies over the next two years.

Staff Writer | December 13, 2022 | 6:50 am

Chilean water regulator fines Lundin subsidiary over sinkhole

The DGA water regulator said the mining works carried out by the firm managing the Alcaparrosa Mine had caused a puncture which permanently damaged the Copiapo River aquifer.

Reuters | December 12, 2022 | 2:23 pm

Peru keeps churning out copper and zinc despite political chaos

The only case of mining disruptions is at MMG’s Las Bambas, where a pre-existing community conflict has blocked the main entrance.

Bloomberg News | December 12, 2022 | 11:50 am

Metalla adds Barrick’s Lama project to royalty portfolio

Total consideration will be $7.5 million in common shares and cash.

Staff Writer | December 12, 2022 | 9:15 am

Peru community blocks key mining highway amid protests

Peruvian community members blocked a key mining corridor highway near the city of Cusco amid protests against the country's new president.

Reuters | December 12, 2022 | 8:17 am

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