The first concentrate is expected in early June.

Mining entrepreneur envisions the project with advanced mining facilities, a hotel and visitor’s centre blending into the landscape.

BHP has until 5 p.m. London on Wednesday to commit to an offer.

Chinese investment in Africa increased 114% last year.

The Chinese commodity trader is Ivanhoe's largest shareholder.

Tin remains the strongest year-to-date base metals performer.

Copper smelters in China are maintaining production at near-record levels.

Such an outflow, if a deal goes ahead, could weaken the rand.