CHARTS: The coming critical minerals trade war is BRICS short of a load"While a large number of countries around the world continue to talk about securing raw material supply, China is actually doing something about it."Frik Els | December 24, 2024 | 1:11 pm
Gemfields says unrest could disrupt Mozambique ruby mineGemfields said in a statement that "groups associated with the…Reuters | December 24, 2024 | 7:38 am
Midnight Sun receives exploration license renewal for Solwezi copper project in ZambiaThe project is 6 miles from Africa’s largest copper mining…Staff Writer | December 23, 2024 | 6:22 am
Budget allocated to grassroots exploration at all-time low – S&P Global S&P analyst says explorers are transitioning to a more risk-averse stance, with increased focus on existing mines. Staff Writer | December 5, 2024 | 2:51 pm
Niger seizes Orano’s Somair operation as juntas across Africa pressure Western miners Orano suspended Somair’s production in October after months of interference by the military government. Blair McBride - The Northern Miner | December 5, 2024 | 8:23 am
Mali issues arrest warrant for Barrick CEO amid tax dispute – report Bristow is accused of money laundering and violating financial regulations, according to Reuters. Staff Writer | December 5, 2024 | 8:02 am
BHP not fixated on copper growth organically or through acquisitions, exec says BHP is now free to relaunch a bid to acquire Anglo, as the six-month standstill mandated by London’s takeover rules has expired. Reuters | December 5, 2024 | 6:57 am
Botswana holds main interest rate as diamond slump saps economy Declining earnings from diamonds have limited government spending. Reuters | December 5, 2024 | 6:53 am
Paladin restarts Langer Heinrich plant after planned shutdown Paladin built an on-site water storage facility designed to provide a buffer against potential future water supply disruptions. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 5, 2024 | 4:05 am
Exxaro suspends CEO pending workplace conduct investigation Nombasa Tsengwa is the company's first woman CEO and was recently elected president of the Minerals Council of South Africa. Bloomberg News | December 4, 2024 | 11:10 am
Rio Tinto lifts 2025 guidance for capex, copper output Across operations, it is projecting 3% compound annual growth from 2024 onward. Reuters | December 4, 2024 | 10:04 am
Biden unveils $600 million in new financing for African railway While in Lobito, Biden toured the port and met with companies investing in the project. Bloomberg News | December 4, 2024 | 7:16 am