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Madagascar mining chamber criticises plan to raise minerals taxes
16th December 2019 By: Reuters

Madagascar's mining chamber on Monday sharply criticised a draft mining law that proposes greater government revenue from mining activities, saying the changes will halt new investment and endanger... 


Canada Mining Projects in Progress (Second Edition)
Canada Mining Projects in Progress (Second Edition)
13th December 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canada is one of the leading mining countries and one of the largest producers of minerals and metals in the world. It is the global leader in the production of potash and ranks among the top five... 


Zambian tax structure is crippling gemstone industry, says miner
6th December 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While Zambian miner Kagem Mining successfully generated $27-million in sales from an emerald auction held earlier this week, it says the country’s "extreme" tax rates are crippling the gemstone... 


Zambian tax structure is crippling gemstone industry, says miner
27th November 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While Zambian miner Kagem Mining successfully generated $27-million in sales from an emerald auction held earlier this week, it says the country’s "extreme" tax rates are crippling the gemstone... 


Kagem invests in blockchain tech to ensure gemstone traceability
21st November 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Emerald miner Kagem Mining is introducing a new blockchain technology at its Zambian mine that enables gemstones to be traced back to the mine. Kagem's parent company Gemfields has partnered with... 


Gemfields chairperson Brian Gilbertson
Gemfields delivers varied interim results, remains intent on London listing
20th September 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

Dual-listed Gemfields, which remains intent on listing on the Aim, delivered a “profitable, but varied” performance during the first half of the year, ended June 30, chairperson Brian Gilbertson... 


EMERALD OPERATIONS Kagem Mining took delivery of 12 Bell B45E articulated dump trucks for an expansion project in 2018
Company benefits from after-sales market
13th September 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

Earthmoving equipment manufacturer Bell Equipment’s Zambian operation is benefiting from good demand for after-sales support amid the country’s tough economic conditions. “We have had success with... 


Profitable Green Mining Is A Reality With Tomra’s Advanced Sorting Technologies
Profitable Green Mining Is A Reality With Tomra’s Advanced Sorting Technologies
30th July 2019

TOMRA’s advanced sensor-based sorting technologies offer mining operations the dual benefits of energy efficiency and the ability to recover valuable ore even from sub-economic deposits or dumps.... 


Diamonds continue to do good for the people of Botswana, says Okavango Diamond Company
Diamonds continue to do good for the people of Botswana, says Okavango Diamond Company
25th June 2019

Botswana is reaping the rewards from decades of successful management of its diamond sector to become one of the fastest growing economies in Africa. Speaking at the Plenary Meeting of the Policy... 


Responsible sourcing of gemstones to receive more attention – Gemfields
20th June 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Responsible sourcing of coloured gemstones will receive ever-increasing attention and become progressively more important to consumers, predicts Gemfields and Kagem Mining CEO Sean Gilbertson. The... 


BENEFICIAL OPERATIONS Gemfields’ gemstone mining operations in Zambia and Mozambique provide a significant benefit to these African countries
Gemfields partners with National Geographic
7th June 2019

Gemstones supplier Gemfields is partnering with National Geographic to lift the veil on vital projects supported by Gemfields in Africa, benefitting both communities and conservation. Gemfields’... 


Tanzania says to start cancelling inactive mining licences
22nd May 2019 By: Reuters

Tanzania will start cancelling inactive mining exploration licences and distribute the acreage to artisanal miners who are able to immediately commence activity in the area, a minister said on... 


Gemfields warns about forced illegal mining ‘slavery’ in Mozambique
13th May 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

London-based Gemfields warned in a statement on Monday that illegal miners were putting their lives at risk and facing “modern slavery” in Mozambique, where the company owns 75% of Montepuez Ruby... 


International Kagem emerald promotion boosts Zambia’s revenue – Gemfields
2nd May 2019 By: African News Agency

Emeralds from Zambia’s Kagem mine have captured the eye of some of the foremost gemstone buyers and jewellers around the world, helping boost revenue for the southern African country, parent... 


Gemfields sells Jupiter shareholding for $31m
15th April 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

JSE- and BSX-listed Gemfields’ subsidiary, Pallinghurst Consolidated, will sell the 145-million shares it holds in ASX-listed Jupiter Mining to AMCI Euro Holdings for A$44-million, or $31-million.... 


Diamond ETF gets closer as UK approves gem pricing benchmark
Diamond ETF gets closer as UK approves gem pricing benchmark
2nd April 2019 By: Bloomberg

The UK’s financial regulator added a small diamond pricing firm to its roster of companies managing market benchmarks, opening the way to making the precious stones a more investable asset. The... 


Gemfields chairperson Brian Gilbertson
Gemfields mulls London listing, looks back on challenging 2018
25th March 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

JSE-listed Gemfields is considering an additional listing on the LSE during this year, without an associated capital raise, in an effort to address the lack of broker research and share trading... 


RUSSIAN DIAMOND:
RUSSIAN DIAMOND:
15th March 2019 By: Martin Creamer

A 24.21 ct rough diamond on a scanner at Alrosa’s selling organisation in Russia, where sorting, valuation and sale of Alrosa diamonds is carried out. The United Selling Organisation employs 500... 


'No tomorrow' for many unless consumption falls – UN
13th March 2019 By: Reuters

Global exploitation of natural resources – from water, sand and timber to oil, coal and gemstones – has more than tripled in 50 years, the United Nations (UN) said on Tuesday, warning of... 


Angola to hold first diamond auction in January, Sodiam says
10th December 2018 By: Bloomberg

Angola will conduct its first diamond auction in January as part of the southwest African country’s plan to open its economy to foreign investors, state-owned diamond-trading company Sodiam said.... 


DOLLAR SIGNS
By 2020, Rwanda aims to generate $800-million from mineral exports and $1.5-billion by 2024
Rwanda seeking to attract greater investment in mining sector
9th November 2018

To increase mineral exports and boost revenue from its mineral resources, Rwanda aims to attract greater investment in its mining sector, which has created over 40 000 jobs countrywide. 


Kenya Mining Forum to focus on mining opportunities in Kenya’s Big Four Agenda
30th August 2018

“Kenya remains an exciting new mining destination on the continent” The third edition of the upcoming Kenya Mining Forum in Nairobi in November will focus strongly on how the mining industry can... 


Mustang to focus on graphite/vanadium assets following gemstones deal
17th July 2018 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The A$10-million merger of Mustang Resources’ ruby assets with that of TSX-V listed Fura Gems will allow the Australia-listed company to focus on its graphite/vanadium assets in Mozambique. Under... 


Sapphire prices under pressure from Madagascar influx – Richland
1st November 2017 By: Mariaan Webb

An influx of gemstones from Madagascar is putting the price of sapphire under pressure, prompting Australian producer Richland Resources to shift its sales strategy. The London-listed company,... 


DIAMONDIFEROUS 
Zimbabwe has deposits of high-quality diamonds, which are in high demand on the global market
Myriad of opportunities in Zim’s mining sector
8th September 2017

Zimbabwe is poised for growth and, with the country committed to ensuring a sustainable growth path, there are a host of investment opportunities in the mining industry to be capitalised on. This... 


ARNE FRANDSEN
The Pallinghurst CEO envisions Gemfields becoming the De Beers of coloured gemstones
Pallinghurst eyeing London listing following Gemfields acquisition
21st July 2017 By: David Oliveira

Following Pallinghurst’s restructuring and successful acquisition of emerald miner Gemfields, the JSE-listed diversified miner will now commence with the preparatory work to potentially obtain a... 


FRANK MUGYENYI
The African Mining Vision calls on African countries to add value to mineral resources in Africa by taking advantage of backward and forward linkages
Beneficiation remains key to realising African Mining Vision
14th July 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

The key to the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) achieving its goals is to bring processing to the source of mineral production, says African Union Commission senior industry adviser Frank Mugyenyi,... 


Pallinghurst chairperson Brian Gilbertson
Pallinghurst seeks London listing following Gemfields acquisition
13th July 2017 By: David Oliveira

Following Pallinghurst’s restructuring and successful acquisition of emerald miner Gemfields, the JSE-listed diversified miner will now commence with the preparatory work to potentially obtain a... 


Arne Frandsen (left) and Brian Gilbertson at Pallinghurst's listing on the JSE ten years ago
Pallinghurst share price leaps on value unlock outline
19th May 2017 By: Martin Creamer

The share price of mining investment fund Pallinghurst leapt in Johannesburg after the company outlined its plans to swop its investment fund shawl for a diversified miner’s mantle, unlock value... 


Pallinghurst CEO Arne Frandsen and chairperson Brian Gilbertson at JSE listing ten years ago this year.
Pallinghurst turns $45m profit, upbeat on 2017, mulling options
29th March 2017 By: Martin Creamer

Diversified mining company Pallinghurst, which made $45-million profit in 2016, is upbeat on 2017. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed company spoke of all three of its business platforms being... 


Consultancy attributes growth rate to specialist teams
19th February 2016 By: Malusi Mkhize

Gauteng-based mine planning and engineering consultancy Ukwazi grew by 29% in 2015, exceeding its average growth rate of between 22% and 23% recorded over the previous five and ten years.... 


Sapphire recovery starts at Richland’s Capricorn mine
19th May 2015 By: Natasha Odendaal

The recovery of first sapphire gemstones has started at coloured gemstone miner and retailer Richland Resources’ Capricorn sapphire mine, in Queensland, Australia. As the Aim-quoted company... 


Tanzanian gemstone miner blasts govt for inaction against illegal mining
Tanzanian gemstone miner blasts govt for inaction against illegal mining
25th June 2014 By: Natalie Greve

Gemstone producer Richland Resources has lamented a “significant” increase in illegal underground mining at its Tanzania-based joint venture (JV) tanzanite operation with the State Mining... 


Vietnam more welcoming to foreign miners, but constraints remain
Vietnam more welcoming to foreign miners, but constraints remain
16th May 2014 By: Keith Campbell

March saw the holding of the second ever international mining and minerals conference in Vietnam. Held at the International Centre for Exhibitions in the capital city of Hanoi, Mining Vietnam 2014... 


Positive electromagnetic survey results pave way for drilling campaign at Tanzania graphite project
15th November 2013 By: Chantelle Kotze

Australia-based exploration company Uranex started a drilling programme at its Nachu graphite tenement in south-east Tanzania late last month after successfully completing an electromagnetic (EM)... 


25/10/2013 (On-The-Air)
25/10/2013 (On-The-Air)
25th October 2013 By: Martin Creamer

Transnet galvanising plans for new export terminal; Global mining bosses and mineworkers locked arms in Limpopo; and The State wants to create a precious metals stock market to boost the local... 


Precious metals bourse may replace State Diamond Trader – Minister
23rd October 2013 By: Martin Creamer

The creation of a State-enabled precious metals and gemstone bourse was under consideration to replace South Africa’s State Diamond Trader, which had failed to deliver as a standalone entity,... 


Tanzanite supplier to meet Chinese demand
11th October 2013

Owing to an agreement with Chinese jeweler Chow Tai Seng, dynamic exploration and production company Richland Resources reports that it will sell finished tanzanite stones into China. 


Ministerial forums critical for event, says organiser
25th January 2013 By: Gia Costella

  The African mining ministerial forums at the Investing in African Mining Indaba are a critical component of the event’s programme, as delegates are provided with a first-hand impression of the... 


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