China drives African lithium surge to lock in key battery metalThe continent is projected to account for almost 11% of global supply this year.Bloomberg News | August 12, 2024 | 7:10 am
Lucara sales offer glimmer of hope to struggling diamond sectorLucara's Karowe mine in Botswana generated $41.3 million in revenue,…Staff Writer | August 12, 2024 | 6:34 am
Zambia closes border with Congo, blocking key copper trade routeThe move follows protests in Congo that flared after the…Bloomberg News | August 11, 2024 | 12:59 pm
Anglo American freezes hiring amid global shake-up Anglo's decision affects recruitment of non-site-based permanent employees and contractors, while it works on a company-wide restructuring. Staff Writer | May 16, 2024 | 5:08 am
Chinchillas throw new wrench in Gold Fields’ Chile plans Gold Fields has 10 days to prove there are no rodents living in the Salares Norte mine area or it will face fresh sanctions. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 16, 2024 | 3:43 am
BHP shareholders see room for one more sweetened Anglo bid Shareholders in both companies interviewed by Bloomberg said there was still likely to be some room for a sweetened offer before a May 22 cut-off. Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 9:24 am
Saudi’s new mining vehicle picks industry veteran as first CEO Manara Minerals has hired veteran dealmaker Pierre Chenard to be its first permanent chief executive officer. Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 8:52 am
Congo demands international embargo on Rwandan mineral exports The DRC government accuses Rwanda of using rebel groups to steal its natural resources. Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 8:52 am
Lucapa to sell majority stake in Lesotho diamond mine The diamond miner is also discussing options for the 30% in the Mothae mine held by the government of Lesotho. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 15, 2024 | 3:20 am
US blames China’s CMOC for predatory tactics behind cobalt glut CMOC said in March that its Tenke and Kisanfu projects in Congo will produce more than 60,000 tons of cobalt this year. Bloomberg News | May 14, 2024 | 1:26 pm
Lithium miner debuts as Ghana’s first listing in two years Australian-based Atlantic Lithium has taken a step toward raising capital from equity investors in the country. Bloomberg News | May 14, 2024 | 7:46 am
Anglo American to sell De Beers, Amplats to fend off BHP’s bid Anglo plans to focus on copper while spinning out or selling its less profitable diamond, platinum, coal and nickel businesses. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 14, 2024 | 4:04 am