Brazil’s Mura people back Amazon potash mine

Based on consultations, several hundred Mura people voted in support of the project being constructed and operated by Brazil Potash’s local unit Potássio do Brasil.

Staff Writer | September 26, 2023 | 7:53 am

CleanTech Lithium to kick off production at second Chile mine in 2027

The company will progress project development in stages and begin production one year after its more advanced Laguna Verde opens in 2026.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 26, 2023 | 3:39 am

New Pacific Metals raising $26 million to advance Bolivia projects

Both Silvercorp Metals and Pan American Silver, current shareholders of the company, have expressed their desire to participate in the offering.

Staff Writer | September 25, 2023 | 4:40 pm

Panama union workers block highways over First Quantum copper mine contract

The contract is under discussion in Panama’s legislative commerce committee.

Bloomberg News | September 25, 2023 | 3:14 pm

Colombian mining sector needs clear government messaging for energy transition, group says

Leftist President Gustavo Petro has made it his goal to wean the South American nation off its dependence on oil and coal exports.

Reuters | September 25, 2023 | 1:27 pm

Antamina expects to start lifespan extension works next year

The project aims to extend the exploitation of the mine for eight more years.

Reuters | September 25, 2023 | 9:44 am

Colombia’s National Mining Agency in the spotlight for proposed halt to coal mining concessions

Colombia's National Mining Agency has said it will no longer grant concessions for exploring and developing open-pit coal mining projects. The Attorney General demands some explanations.

Staff Writer | September 24, 2023 | 12:23 pm

Interventions against illegal mining have a spillover effect on legal mining areas – study

Addressing unregulated activities in one area may have a spillover effect when the same activity is allowed in a nearby location.

Staff Writer | September 24, 2023 | 6:06 am

Glencore-backed zinc miner is getting crushed in the debt market

Volcan Cia Minera’s dollar-denominated notes closed as low as 49.5 cents on the dollar last week.

Bloomberg News | September 22, 2023 | 2:24 pm

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