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South Africa’s Sibanye explores debt-cutting options

Sibanye had net debt of 23.7 billion rand ($1.9 billion) at the end of December.

Reuters | May 31, 2018 | 10:51 am

Emeralds and rubies producer Fura Gems changes look

The company, which began operations a year ago, said the move seeks to strengthen its communication with key stake holders and consumers.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 31, 2018 | 3:00 am

Ghana gold miners say welcome new government export tests

Gold mining giants in Ghana such as Newmont, Gold Fields and AngloGold Ashanti welcome new government tests to certify the value of their exports.

Reuters | May 30, 2018 | 3:23 pm

Miners threaten Congo with legal action over mining code

Regulations to implement the new code are due to be signed into law next week.

Reuters | May 30, 2018 | 9:43 am

Gold Fields to set aside acquisitions, sees industry costs rising — CEO

The South African gold producer is setting aside pursuit of new acquisitions for a year as it focuses on its existing operations and nearby prospects instead, the bullion producer's chief executive told Reuters late on Tuesday.

Reuters | May 30, 2018 | 6:00 am

Here’s what miners are getting wrong when it comes to digital transformation

While the global mining industry is quickly becoming more digitally mature, that transformation continues to focus on productivity and profitability, rather than on much needed innovation, a new study shows.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 30, 2018 | 4:24 am

Mountain Province finds 95-carat diamond in Canada’s far north

The white octahedron of "top clarity" is the largest gem quality diamond and fourth largest stone ever recovered at the company's Gahcho Kué mine, located in Canada’s Northwest Territories.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 30, 2018 | 2:45 am