Free Article Limit Reached

Falling cobalt prices add fresh challenges to DRC’s economy

A dramatic fall in prices for cobalt, a key element in the production of electric vehicles (EVs) and the main commodity mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is forcing the country to speed up efforts towards diversifying its economy...

Zimbabwe may sell 40% stake in a key gold mine to raise capital

Zimbabwe’s largest gold producer is negotiating with potential partners to boost production at its Shamva mine.

Reuters | July 15, 2024 | 7:58 am

Europe needs way to price critical minerals independently of China, group says

Oversupply and weak prices of materials such as lithium, cobalt and rare earths are dampening cash flows of Western start-ups.

Reuters | July 15, 2024 | 6:55 am

Seabed mining regulator meets amid mounting pressure for code

Meeting is considered pivotal for the UN body, expected to finalize its decade-long effort to enact regulations by 2025.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 15, 2024 | 4:05 am

Column: After another boom and bust, where next for lithium?

There was a similar boom-bust cycle in 2016-2017 but the difference this time is that no-one seems to be expecting a speedy recovery.

Reuters | July 14, 2024 | 8:35 am

Falling cobalt prices add fresh challenges to DRC’s economy

Sign Up for the Mining News Digest

Zimbabwe may sell 40% stake in a key gold mine to raise capital

Europe needs way to price critical minerals independently of China, group says

Seabed mining regulator meets amid mounting pressure for code

Column: After another boom and bust, where next for lithium?