Chief Economist Hugo Pienaar emphasizes mining’s crucial economic impact and ongoing challenges in South Africa, spotlighting regulatory and infrastructural issues.
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Abu Dhabi’s IRH has offered over $1 billion for a 51% stake in Zambia’s Konkola Copper Mines, expanding its copper mining interests …
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The London Metal Exchange (LME) is facing an aluminum liquidity crisis after traders exploited a loophole in new UK sanctions on Russian …
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In a move signaling a significant expansion drive, a prominent UAE conglomerate is eyeing a majority stake in Vedanta’s Zambian mines. This …
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Saudi Arabia nears a $1 billion investment in Pakistan’s Reko Diq mine, aiming to diversify its economic interests and secure significant copper …
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Sibanye-Stillwater announces Siphumelele shaft’s May restart and Marikana 4B shaft’s permanent closure, marking significant shifts in its mining operations.
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Due to fiscal challenges, Finance Minister Godongwana prioritizes national debt reduction over bailouts for struggling state enterprises Eskom and Transnet.
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The future of First Quantum’s copper mine in Panama appears bleak. Public opposition and a government ban on new mining permits make …
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First Quantum is looking to sell a stake in its Zambian copper mines, attracting interest from major players like Rio Tinto and …
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West African Resources has recently reported a significant discovery of high-grade gold mineralization at its Sanbrado Gold Project in Burkina Faso. This …