Congo mining reform risks investor confidence, body warns
DEMOCRATIC Republic of Congo's leading mining industry body has warned that proposed reforms to tighten state control over the sector could undermine investor confidence,...
Why De Beers opted to shut Venetia diamond mine
DE Beers is preparing to shutter South Africa’s largest diamond mine for two years, threatening thousands of jobs and removing roughly two-fifths of the...
Tshisekedi orders end to harsh mining tax raids
CONGOLESE President Felix Tshisekedi has told state revenue agencies to stop aggressive enforcement actions against mining companies, warning that heavy-handed measures risk damaging investor...
Tharisa sees price support despite weaker chrome
CHROME concentrate prices have softened in the wake of softer stainless steel demand, partly owing to the Middle East conflict, said Tharisa CEO Phoevos...
Anglo knocked as key De Beers bidder pulls interest
ANGLO American’s auction of its storied diamond division De Beers has turned out to be a bit of a dog show, with many of...
Northam Platinum in new output record as chrome surges
NORTHAM Platinum lifted chrome production 17% in its 2026 financial year, partly owing to the ramp-up of its North West province operation, Eland Platinum.
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De Beers to halt Venetia mine for two years
DE BEERS plans to suspend production at its Venetia mine in South Africa for two years, as the diamond producer battles one of the...
China launches vehicle to steer overseas mining deals
CHINA has set up a new state-backed investment company to coordinate its overseas mining deals, as Beijing seeks tighter control over global mineral supply...
China pledges deeper cooperation with Namibia
CHINA has said it would deepen cooperation with Namibia across energy, agriculture, infrastructure and minerals following a meeting between its president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and...
Congo tax raid hits Glencore copper unit
CONGOLESE tax authorities sealed the offices of Kamoto Copper Company, a Glencore-owned mining firm, in a deepening dispute over payments the state says it...