Billionaire-backed KoBold, Midnight Sun team up for Zambia copper discoveryUS-based startup supported by high-profile investors such as Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, is venturing into Zambia's rich copper belt.Henry Lazenby | May 17, 2024 | 8:13 am
Hummingbird shares soar on restarting of Guinea mineHummingbird's Kouroussa gold mine in Guinea was closed for two-months…Staff Writer | May 17, 2024 | 5:21 am
Biden open to easing sanctions on billionaire Gertler in return for Congo exitThe Treasury Department is willing to grant limited sanctions in…Bloomberg News | May 16, 2024 | 3:24 pm
RMI and Copper Mark release Risk Readiness Assessment criteria RRA consists of 33 criteria covering ESG risks, and defines due diligence requirements. Staff Writer | October 19, 2023 | 11:58 am
Caledonia explores funding options to build Zimbabwe’s biggest gold mine Gold miner wants to raise $250 million for Bilboes mine. Reuters | October 19, 2023 | 6:59 am
Canada should be prepared to scrutinize African copper mine sale, mining veteran says The Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana, owned by Canada's Cuprous Capital, has attracted the interest of as many as three Chinese companies with state ties. Steven Chase - The Globe and Mail | October 19, 2023 | 3:33 am
Canadian technology company creates metals supply chain software to combat fraud Alberta-based Daniola says it has developed a secure digital platform to bring more accountability and transparency to metals transactions. Amanda Stutt | October 18, 2023 | 11:17 am
Tharisa delays Zimbabwe platinum mine, citing weak prices and uncertain economy Tharisa is building the 194,000 ounce per year Karo PGM mine at a cost of $391 million. Reuters | October 17, 2023 | 3:45 pm
Royal Road pivots to Morocco with Saudi-backed copper-gold exploration The deal is being done through a 50-50 partnership with Saudi Arabian company MSB Holdings. Colin McClelland | October 17, 2023 | 10:26 am
Nigeria to require mining firms to invest in domestic processing Government wants to boost processing and refining of metals like lithium and zinc within the country. Reuters | October 17, 2023 | 7:38 am
Winshear Gold moves on from Tanzania project, takes $30 million settlement Winshear is one of three mining companies that have requested compensation from the Tanzania government through the ICSID tribunal. Staff Writer | October 16, 2023 | 4:27 pm
Mali to meet or exceed forecast for industrial gold output Production is expected to reach or even exceed its 67.7 tonnes forecast for 2023, according to a mines ministry official. Reuters | October 16, 2023 | 10:12 am