Congo rebels steal $70M in gold from Twangiza mine
Rebels occupying Twangiza Mining’s gold concession in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have reportedly looted at least 500 kg of bullion, worth about $70 million at current prices, the…
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Kodal begins lithium exports from Mali
Kodal Minerals (LSE: KOD) has dispatched the first truckloads of lithium spodumene concentrate from its Bougouni mine in southern Mali to the port of San Pedro in Côte d’Ivoire, marking…
Cleveland-Cliffs eyes US rare earths production
Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE: CLF) announced plans to enter the rare earth mining business after discovering two potential deposits in Michigan and Minnesota, which would allow the Ohio-based company to expand beyond iron…
Brazil targets rare earth revival
More than three years after it was announced, Brazil’s Mining Policy Council has officially been installed, with a renewed focus on critical minerals and rare earths. The National Mining Policy…
Arizona Sonoran soars on new copper ranking
Arizona Sonoran Copper (TSX: ASCU; US-OTC: ASCUF) shares shot to a historic high Monday after it released a study showing its Cactus project could be the third largest cathode producer…
Iamgold signs deals to triple Quebec district footprint
Canadian miner Iamgold (TSX: IMG; NYSE: IAG) announced a pair of acquisitions that would more than triple its footprint in northern Quebec’s Chibougamau region. Shares rose. Iamgold agreed to buy…
TNM reveals new bonus prize Treasure Hunt clue
The Northern Miner is excited to announce that the latest bonus prize clue has just been emailed to all subscribers! This newest instalment in our ongoing Great Canadian Treasure Hunt…
Friedland says global economy faces copper crisis
Global demand for copper is accelerating toward levels that could outstrip supply within two decades, creating what industry veteran Robert Friedland calls a once-in-history challenge for the world economy. Over the next…
Anglo American, Arc Minerals end Zambia venture
Anglo American (LSE: AAL) and junior partner Arc Minerals (LSE: ARCMA) have ended their copper and cobalt exploration joint venture in Zambia by mutual agreement, marking the close of Anglo’s…
NextSource says graphite operations not impacted by political unrest in Madagascar
NextSource Materials’ (TSX: NEXT) graphite mining operations in southern Madagascar have not been impacted by the ongoing political situation, and shipments of its graphite products are proceeding as planned, the…
Petra Diamonds seeks $25M lifeline as market slumps
Africa-focused Petra Diamonds (LSE: PDL) has launched an £18.8-million (US$25-million) rights issue as part of a crucial refinancing strategy aimed at keeping the Africa-focused miner afloat during a severe downturn…
Government equity in miners becomes U.S. norm
The Trump administration is ratcheting up government ownership in mining companies that are nominally Canadian, raising questions about whether Ottawa plans similar investments. Trump has ordered his Department of War…