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Africa gold reserves now worth $1.5 TRILLION

In situ gold reported by explorers and mining companies active on the continent.

Frik Els | September 22, 2016 | 5:59 am

South African gold miners can appeal silicosis ruling

They will appeal verdict that paved the way for about half a million current and former miners to proceed with a multi-million-dollar suit, which seeks compensation for those who contracted lung diseases.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 21, 2016 | 8:23 am

One of world’s largest, newest diamond mines is now open

Gahcho Kué, a joint venture between De Beers Canada (51%) and Mountain Province Diamonds (49%), is expected to inject $5.2bn into Canada’s economy.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 21, 2016 | 4:05 am

South Africa reels under illegal mining

Illegal mining in South Africa is on the increase in the face of deteriorating economic situation in that mineral-rich country, according to reliable sources..

Alfred Sayila | September 21, 2016 | 12:20 am

Lundin’s agonizing Congo decision

Toronto miner has first dibs on controlling share of Tenke Fungurume which if contemplated expansion goes ahead would catapult mine into global top 5.

Frik Els | September 20, 2016 | 8:15 am

Petra Diamond sees shiny 2017 for the global industry

The miner is confident in the long term outlook for the diamond industry and it expects is to be cash flow positive in the second half of the current financial year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 19, 2016 | 5:00 am