Gold demand reaches historic heights driven by central bank acquisitions and OTC market growth, while jewelry faces challenges.
Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe
Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe
Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe, with her four-year tenure as a writer, fervently champions early leadership ideals. Her flagship program, "From Seed to Sequoia Initiative," is a testament to her commitment, where she mentors secondary school students, helping shape their futures. Ikeoluwa emphasizes the transformative power of human connections. She strongly asserts that genuine, authentic friendships and relationships are the foundational pillars that drive individual and collective success. Guiding young minds, she believes in laying down roots of integrity, passion, and resilience.
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China Baowu Steel Group announces a significant bond issue to finance the Simandou iron ore project, marking a key step in the mine’s development.
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Transnet Freight Rail’s Acting CE Russell Baatjies notes a marked improvement in coal line security, positively impacting South Africa’s export performance.
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In a significant boost to the DRC’s mining sector, Chinese companies commit up to $7 billion to infrastructure developments as part of the Sicomines joint venture.
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Exploration & DevelopmentNews
Alphamin’s Tin Production Hits New Highs in 2023; Eyes April Launch for New Mine
Alphamin Resources, the Canadian tin producer, achieves record production in 2023 and is set to start its new mine in April, marking a significant industry milestone.
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Niger’s military regime suspends new mining licenses and launches a sector-wide audit, affecting its uranium and gold mining operations.
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Over 40 artisanal miners died in Mali’s mine collapse, raising concerns over unregulated mining practices in West Africa.
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Orion Minerals acquires surface ownership rights crucial for optimizing infrastructure and conducting drilling programs at the Flat Mines Project.
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Nickel futures remain on a downward trend as the industry grapples with falling prices and production cuts, impacting major players.
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A UN report reveals the Sudan militia’s exploitation of gold mining profits to sustain its war, while the UAE denies arming allegations.