The DRC should become the largest mining economy in Africa
“Investment appetite in the resources sector is low and investment hurdles have been raised which…
How successful are mines’ efforts to restore livelihoods?
Restoring the livelihoods of households affected by resettlement is fraught with challenges, so it is…
AngloGold Ashanti closes South African mine after 164 contract Covid-19
AngloGold Ashanti has temporarily closed its Mponeng mine in South Africa after 164 workers tested…
Barrick’s agreement for North Mara gold mine begins
Barrick Gold has settled the majority of the North Mara legacy land claims and has…
How the taste of groundwater could help focus exploration efforts
Researcher Nathan Reid carrying out the groundwater experiment. (Image courtesy of CSIRO). Haloes of altered water…
Fifty-three Anglo Gold Ashanti Mponeng mineworkers test positive for Covid-19
Fifty-three employees at Anglo Gold Ashanti's Mponeng mine in Carletonville on the West Rand have…
China to extend pollution clampdown, but warns coronavirus makes targets tougher
BEIJING – China said on Friday it will continue to strengthen anti-pollution controls and meet…
Auto-battery makers mull alternative chemistries to lower costs, increase driving range
Battery makers and car manufacturers have seen a shift in the pursuit of altering battery…
Mandatory code of Covid mining practice gazetted
JOHANNESBURG (South Africa's guidelines for a mandatory Code of Practice (COP) to mitigate and manage…