Last week, Zijin Mining said joint venture Manono Lithium SAS was granted rights over the northeast tenement of the Manono mine.

For the first time in a generation, the spectre of disruption looms over mining’s most reliable profit generator. 

The consideration represents a premium estimated to be in excess of 600% to Dixie Gold's value on the date of agreement.

The company has now reported its highest grade REE mineralization intersected to date at the Duchess Prospect at Mount Squires.

The work stoppages could impact its operations at the world's largest iron ore export hub at Port Hedland.

The Chinese company is acquiring new shares North America's second rare earths producer for $3.8 million.