At Elahera, we witnessed mechanized mining and washing of gem-bearing gravel in sluices, and we were able to document the entire process. By Lisa Matata For years, Shire was a…
Beeshoek iron ore mine. Credit: Assmang South African mining company Assmang is considering closing its Beeshoek iron ore mine after its only customer, ArcelorMittal South Africa, decided not to renew…
By Bradley Riviera Sovereign Metals has confirmed its dry mining strategy for the Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project in Malawi, marking a major milestone in its Definitive Feasibility Study. The approach eliminates…
By Bradley Riviera B2Gold Corp. has secured approval from Mali’s government to commence underground mining at its flagship Fekola Mine—a move set to reshape the country’s gold production landscape. The…
By Bradley Riviera South Africa’s mining sector is bracing for impact as the proposed Mineral Resources Development Bill draws sharp criticism from the Minerals Council. The bill, intended to promote…
By Bradley Riviera Zambia’s mineral wealth is undeniable, yet its economic returns remain frustratingly elusive. At the recent EMV Diaspora Forum, hosted by Ambassador Emmanuel Mwamba, two Zambian-born mining experts—Victor…
By Samir Bhattacharya Over the past two decades, China has entrenched itself as a dominant actor in Africa’s mining sector. But signs are mounting that the tide is beginning to…
The Berg deposit is situated in the northwestern portion of Surge’s contiguous mineral claim package in BC. (Image courtesy of Surge Copper.) African Rainbow Minerals (JSE: ARI) has increased its stake in Canadian junior Surge…
By Jayden Bagshaw Uganda has inaugurated its first large-scale gold mine and refinery in the eastern region, a $250 million investment led by a Chinese consortium. The facility is capable…
The close correlation between fragmentation size and mining costs has often been overlooked by mines, said Derick Menezes, Regional Manager: Underground Operations at BME, in a recent webinar. “Both extra…