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Platinum’s innovative new scent detection role highlighted by World Platinum
Updated 6 hours ago By: Martin Creamer

An ‘artificial nose’ that can detect scent is closer to becoming a reality. This follows the development of a platinum-based molecule that works as a sensor to detect hard-to-differentiate volatile scent compounds, known as terpenes, the World... 


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Valiant lodges prospectus for IPO, offers priority allocation to Westgold shareholders
Valiant lodges prospectus for IPO, offers priority allocation to Westgold shareholders
Updated 1 hour 4 minutes ago By: Mariaan Webb

Mid-tier gold producer Westgold Resources has announced that Valiant Gold has lodged its prospectus with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission and the ASX for a proposed A$65-million... 


Lundin, BHP’s Vicuña PEA outlines potential top-five global copper district
Lundin, BHP’s Vicuña PEA outlines potential top-five global copper district
Updated 4 hours ago By: Mariaan Webb

Diversified base metals producer Lundin Mining has unveiled the results of an integrated preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for the Vicuña project, outlining a staged development that could rank... 


Mexico and Canada plan joint action on minerals, infrastructure
Updated 5 hours ago By: Reuters

Mexico and Canada will present an joint action plan on minerals, infrastructure, and supply chains in the second half of the year, Mexico's Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Monday after... 


Antofagasta profit jumps 52% on record copper prices
Antofagasta profit jumps 52% on record copper prices
Updated 5 hours ago By: Reuters

Chilean miner Antofagasta posted a 52% jump in annual core profit on Tuesday, as record copper prices offset slightly weaker output, and said its increased capital spending would support production... 


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BHP, Wheaton sign $4.3bn Antamina silver stream in record precious metals deal
Updated 6 hours ago By: Mariaan Webb

Diversified major BHP on Tuesday announced a $4.3-billion silver streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals in what is said to be the most valuable precious metals streaming transaction to... 


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The Trump administration launched the $12bn reserve in early February.
Trump’s $12bn Project Vault offers short-term buffer but leaves structural gaps, says Woodmac
Updated 6 hours ago By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Trump administration’s newly launched $12-billion Project Vault will provide a tactical buffer against critical minerals supply shocks, but it falls short of addressing deep structural... 


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Trump's new ambassador Bozell arrives in South Africa amid strained ties
Updated 6 hours ago By: Reuters

US President Donald Trump's pick for ambassador to South Africa, conservative activist and writer Leo Brent Bozell III, has arrived in the country where he will seek to improve fraught ties between... 


Australian gas producer Santos wins court fight over net zero claims
Australian gas producer Santos wins court fight over net zero claims
17th February 2026 By: Reuters

An Australian court on Tuesday threw out a lawsuit against gas producer Santos that alleged the company misled the public on its plans to achieve net zero carbon emissions. The lawsuit was... 


Forrestania's Coolgardie Hub consolidation continues with MacPhersons Reward deal
16th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Forrestania Resources has entered into a binding heads of agreement with a subsidiary of Beacon Minerals to acquire 100% of MacPhersons Reward in a transaction that advances its... 


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Liberia sees iron-ore output tripling to 30Mt on ArcelorMittal expansion
16th February 2026 By: Reuters

Liberia expects iron-ore output to triple to around 30-million metric tons this year, driven by ArcelorMittal Liberia's (AML) planned ramp‑up and fresh volumes from new and revived projects, the... 


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Trafigura's Nyrstar ships first antimony batch from Australia plant
16th February 2026 By: Reuters

Trafigura unit Nyrstar has shipped its first consignment of commercial-grade antimony from its Port Pirie metals processing facility in South Australia, it said on Monday, a milestone in the... 


Japan's Sojitz to expand Australian rare earth imports as partner broadens product lineup
16th February 2026 By: Reuters

Sojitz will expand imports of Australian rare earth elements from Lynas Rare Earths, a spokesperson for the Japanese trading house said on Monday, as Tokyo seeks to reduce its dependence on China.... 


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Talisman Metals acquires third copper project in Morocco
16th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Newly transitioned biotechnology-to-mining company Talisman Metals has signed an agreement to acquire the Tirzzit copper project, in Morocco. The company is acquiring the asset through its... 


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Blencowe highlights Ugandan project advantage in light of new trade measures
16th February 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed Blencowe Resources has highlighted the impact on the company’s Orom-Cross project, in Uganda, of the recent determination by the US Department of Commerce imposing aggregate... 


Critical Mineral Resources appoints seasoned mining exec as new chairperson
16th February 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed Critical Mineral Resources (CMR), which is developing the Agadir Melloul copper project, in Morocco, has appointed Géraud Moussarie chairperson. In a statement to shareholders on... 


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Magazine round up | 13 February 2026
Magazine round up | 13 February 2026

A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader.  

HOPEFUL NOTE: The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose by 8.2 points to 48.7 in January, marking a significant recovery from December’s slump. Although still below the neutral 50-point mark, the size of the improvement is notable, with Absa saying the January results suggest that 2026 has started on a more hopeful note. Signs of improving activity, easing input costs, and stronger domestic demand are providing early momentum. Photograph: Creamer Media
HOPEFUL NOTE

The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose by 8.2 points to 48.7 in January, marking a significant recovery from December’s slump. Although still below the neutral 50-point... 

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We must keep pushing our economy forward with everything we’ve got

The economy has posted four consecutive quarters of growth. There has been a steady reduction in unemployment. Poverty and inequality are down. Economic confidence is up, The performance of the... 

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Big decisions loom

South Africa is weighing a range of policy measures as various manufacturing sectors – from ferroalloys and steel, to automotives – face existential threats. The causes of their eroded... 

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Eugene Els, MD of Afromix
Eugene Els

This week we profile Eugene Els, MD of Afromix, a designer and manufacturer of agitators and peristaltic pumps, as well as AFX Holdings Group 

There is no question that tariffs are very much back in vogue, courtesy of US President Donald Trump. South Africa, too, is looking to tariffs to shore up industries that are under extreme pressure. However, tariffs are a blunt instrument and the implementation of higher tariffs is not cost-free, especially for hard-pressed consumers.
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There is no question that tariffs are very much back in vogue, courtesy of US President Donald Trump. South Africa, too, is looking to tariffs to shore up industries that are under extreme... 

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