South Africa is at a pivotal juncture. It can choose to remain a supplier of raw commodities that enrich other countries or become a global leader in mineral‑based industries, says globally rated... 

The final investment decision by Sibanye-Stillwater on the already well-infrastructured Burnstone gold project in South Africa’s Mpumalanga province is being targeted for the first half of this... 

The wholly owned Namibia subsidiary of London Aim-listed Andrada Mining, Uis Tin Mining, has added to its offtake agreement with integrated tin producer Thailand Smelting & Refining (Thaisarco).... 

As mining companies face increasing pressure to deliver measurable improvements in productivity and safety, while also managing the cost, complexity and risks associated with adopting new... 

Zimbabwe has suspended exports of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates with immediate effect, its mines ministry said in a statement on Wednesday. The ministry said the ban on exports would... 

Canadian miner First Quantum Minerals has outlined plans for a potential $5-billion development at its 100%-owned Taca Taca project, positioning the asset as its next major copper growth project as... 

This week: DRDGOLD capitalises on gold price despite lower production and, With BHP Xplor, Orion’s looking to longer-term South Africa exploration potential 

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer discusses the investment decision expected on the Burnstone gold project; the Sandsloot project potentially being a significant strategic catalyst for Valterra... 

The market capitalisation of South Africa’s Valterra Platinum has soared to R450-billion from R300-billion at year-end and a gross final 2025 dividend of R11.5-billion has been declared. Earnings... 

The broadening market consensus is that supply and demand fundamentals will continue to support robust pricing for platinum, and this, together with Northam Platinum’s  growth profile, places the... 

Nevada is the world’s most attractive mining jurisdiction, while China ranks last, according to the 2025 Annual Survey of Mining Companies published by the Fraser Institute on Thursday. The... 

What began only a few years ago as an “ambitious exploration thesis” in Nevada’s Beatty Mining District has evolved into one of the largest and most significant greenfield gold discoveries of the... 

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

The two words, Jameson and cells, came up several times during Valterra Platinum’s information-packed presentation of excellent 2025 financial results, owing to these cells ringing many efficiency... 

Metals miner Teck Resources expects structural copper demand to outpace broader economic growth over the coming years, as electrification, digital infrastructure and urbanisation drive what it... 

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s president has replaced the board chair and chief executive of state miner Gecamines, the government said on Monday, a major shake-up that comes at a time when... 

Vancouver-headquartered B2Gold has announced a leadership transition that will see long-serving president and CEO Clive Johnson retire at the company’s annual general meeting on June 4. The board... 

ASX- and Aim-listed Atlantic Lithium has ceased discussions with an interested buyer wanting to acquire all the issued share capital of the company. Atlantic recently received a conditional,... 

China's lithium price surged on Thursday after Zimbabwe suspended raw mineral exports, sparking concerns over supply disruptions, at a time when growing energy storage demand is projected to drive... 

Toronto-listed uranium developer Global Atomic has been notified of a proposed class action lawsuit filed in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against the company and its CEO, Stephen Roman.... 

London-listed diamond miner Botswana Diamonds has changed its name to Botswana Minerals, to reflect the expanded strategy of the company. “Botswana is a top location for exploration – geologically,... 

The basic earnings of South Africa’s African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) for the first half of its 2026 financial year are expected to increase by between 65% and 75% to between R2 300-million and R2... 

Iron-ore major Fortescue is continuing its push into green iron production, with CEO Dino Otranto telling investors on Wednesday that the Pilbara must help China decarbonise steelmaking if it were... 

French minerals resources company Eramet has declared force majeure at its Grande Côte (EGC) mineral sands operation, in Senegal, after a localised fire occured at the wet concentrator plant (WCP)... 

Aluminium is going to be very important going forward, supporting a low-carbon future for the planet, which is why it is so advantageous for South Africa to have an upstream smelter in the country... 

JSE-listed mining investment company Mantengu CEO and executive director Mike Miller has resigned from both positions effective February 28. Mantengu says in a statement issued on February 20... 

Toronto-listed Barrick Mining has announced the appointments of James J. McGuire as chief legal and policy officer and Woo Lee as chief global affairs officer. Both executives will report to... 

Refinery services provider Heraeus says gold prices continue to show a consolidation trend following record prices late in December, which means prices are moving within a specific, range-bound... 

Platinum group metals (PGMs) company Northam Platinum on Friday declared a record interim cash dividend of R2.8-billion from income reserves. For the six months ended December 31, the board of... 

Australia is closely watching talks between iron-ore majors and China's state-backed buyer because of the potential impact a lower ore price would have on the federal budget, the country's... 

South Africa and the broader African continent hold vast critical minerals essential to the global clean energy transition, yet the challenge remains turning this potential into tangible economic... 

Canadian base metals miner Hudbay Minerals has received key permit amendments for the New Ingerbelle expansion at its Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia, Canada, while gearing up for a...