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Flashback to Brian Gilbertson (right) being interviewed by Mining Weekly editor Martin Creamer.
Flashback to Brian Gilbertson (right) being interviewed by Mining Weekly editor Martin Creamer.
Legendary Brian Gilbertson’s colossal contribution to mining will live on
18th December 2025 By: Martin Creamer

JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – It is difficult to know where to start when doing an obituary on Brian Gilbertson, who passed away at the age of 82 in his bed at home in South Africa surrounded by family on Wednesday, December 17, after a long... 


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NTCSA says any electricity deal to salvage Mozal must ensure its financial sustainability
17th December 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) reports that it remains open to finding a solution for the Mozal aluminium smelter. But it also insists that any new electricity supply... 


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Mining sector boosts employment, but council wary of labour cost increases
17th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s mining sector recorded a modest increase in employment in the third quarter, adding 2 000 jobs year-on-year to bring total employment to 474 000, industry body the Minerals Council... 


Andrada CEO Anthony Viljoen
Andrada reports solid quarter amid favourable price environment
17th December 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed Andrada Mining has reported that its Uis mine, in Namibia, continued to deliver operational improvements during the third quarter ended November 30, benefitting from higher throughput,... 


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Jubilee continues to progress Zambian copper strategy
17th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Zambia-focused copper producer Jubilee Metals says it has continued to advance its copper growth strategy through a structured investment programme aimed at laying the foundation for long-term... 


Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube last month proposed doubling the gold royalty rate to 10% for gold sold above $2 501/oz.
Zimbabwe scraps gold royalty hike, sets higher threshold for windfall tax
17th December 2025 By: Reuters

Zimbabwe has reversed plans to double its gold royalty rate to 10%, a new 2026 budget bill showed on Wednesday, following protests by miners and industry groups. A royalty rate of 5% would... 


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Glencore warns regulatory uncertainty puts Horne Smelter investment at risk
Glencore warns regulatory uncertainty puts Horne Smelter investment at risk
Updated 5 minutes ago By: Mariaan Webb

Diversified miner Glencore has cautioned that uncertainty around Quebec’s regulatory framework could jeopardise a proposed $300-million investment at its Horne copper smelter in Rouyn-Noranda,... 


Barrick Mining officially resumes operational control of Mali mine, memo shows
Barrick Mining officially resumes operational control of Mali mine, memo shows
Updated 19 minutes ago By: Reuters

Canada's Barrick Mining has officially resumed operational control of its Mali gold mine, according to a company memo seen by Reuters. Barrick will resume production gradually and will focus on... 


Lundin Mining to exit US nickel through Eagle sale to Talon
Lundin Mining to exit US nickel through Eagle sale to Talon
Updated 39 minutes ago By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian miner Lundin Mining has agreed to sell its Eagle nickel/copper mine and Humboldt mill in the US to Talon Metals in a share-based transaction that will create a pure-play American... 


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Hemlo Mining achieves first gold pour since mine acquisition
18th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

New mid-tier Canadian gold producer Hemlo Mining has completed its first gold pour at the Hemlo gold mine since acquiring the operation from Barrick Mining on November 26. The inaugural pour... 


OceanaGold secures permit for Waihi North
OceanaGold secures permit for Waihi North
18th December 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Gold producer OceanaGold has received final permitting approval to develop its Waihi North Project (WNP) in New Zealand, unlocking access to one of the industry’s highest-grade undeveloped gold... 


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Euro Sun secures multi-facility agreement for Romanian project
18th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

TSX-listed Euro Sun Mining has entered into definitive agreements with Trafigura to amend and restate the pre-development facility agreement, securing access to up to $200-million to advance... 


Gold bonanza as Australia revises resource export earnings up 4%
Gold bonanza as Australia revises resource export earnings up 4%
18th December 2025 By: Reuters

Australia on Friday revised its expected resources earnings up 4% to A$383-billion for the current financial year thanks to record gold prices, resilient iron ore prices and the failure of its... 


Seabridge plans spin-out of Courageous Lake, sharpens focus on KSM
Seabridge plans spin-out of Courageous Lake, sharpens focus on KSM
18th December 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Gold developer Seabridge Gold has unveiled plans to spin out its 100%-owned Courageous Lake gold project in Canada’s Northwest Territories into a separate listed vehicle, in a move aimed at... 


Perfect storm of factors propels silver to record high above $65/oz
Perfect storm of factors propels silver to record high above $65/oz
18th December 2025 By: Reuters

Robust investment demand for silver, its inclusion on the US critical minerals list, and a wave of momentum buying have propelled the white metal to a fresh record high, setting prices up to close... 


Boss withdraws Honeymoon EFS, launches new study
Boss withdraws Honeymoon EFS, launches new study
18th December 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Uranium producer Boss Energy has formally withdrawn the 2021 enhanced feasibility study (EFS) for its Honeymoon in-situ recovery operation in South Australia after a detailed review flagged... 


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BURNING ISSUE: As with efforts to salvage the integrated Newcastle steel mill, policy and electricity-tariff interventions aimed at sustaining and reviving the country’s ferrochrome smelters are also facing headwinds. It is widely accepted that the 900%-plus increase in electricity tariffs since 2008 is the reason why many smelters are uncompetitive and unprofitable. However, a subsidy in this area will have serious price consequences for other electricity users, including industrial firms facing similar competitiveness pressures.
BURNING ISSUE

As with efforts to salvage the integrated Newcastle steel mill, policy and electricity-tariff interventions aimed at sustaining and reviving the country’s ferrochrome smelters are also facing... 

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South Africans must pull in same direction to re-embed integrity

At this point in the history of our grossly disrupted world, it would be hugely beneficial for South Africans to pull in the same direction with vigour, enthusiasm and transparency – even if only... 

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I saw the crescent . . .

As the sun sets on 2025, South Africa’s long-awaited recovery is becoming visible like the first sliver of a waxing crescent days after a new moon. While still modest, the 0.5% GDP expansion in the... 

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Jordan Marsh, MD of Integrated Pump Technology
Jordan Marsh

This week we profile Jordan Marsh, MD of Integrated Pump Technology, a specialist supplier of high-performance dewatering pump solutions across Africa.  



GETTING OLD: The shadow created by the ‘flood the zone’ strategy implemented when President Donald Trump took office in late January extended across the world and was highly unsettling, especially on the trade front. However, as 2025 comes to an end, there are signs that the world is tiring of the hyperbole, distraction and tantrums. Perhaps the pushback in relation to Trump’s unilateral and unbalanced ‘peace plan’ for Ukraine and Russia will be the start of a more assertive diplomatic response in 2026.
GETTING OLD

The shadow created by the ‘flood the zone’ strategy implemented when President Donald Trump took office in late January extended across the world and was highly unsettling, especially on the trade... 

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