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Freeport declares force majeure at Grasberg, expects lower copper, gold sales
Freeport declares force majeure at Grasberg, expects lower copper, gold sales
25th September 2025 By: Reuters

Freeport-McMoRan on Wednesday declared force majeure at its Grasberg mine in Indonesia and said it is expecting consolidated sales to be lower for copper and gold in the third quarter, sending its... 


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Rosh Pinah Zinc secures $150m for Namibia expansion project
23rd September 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Mining company Rosh Pinah Zinc (RPZ) has secured a $150-million debt facility underwritten by Standard Bank to finance the development of its expansion project, RP2.0, at its underground mine in... 


Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking Head of Equity Capital Markets, South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa Richard Stout
Anglo’s Valterra Platinum divestment ‘largest in history of JSE’, Standard Bank reports
23rd September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The divestment by diversified mining company Anglo American of its residual shareholding in Valterra Platinum was on Tuesday highlighted by enabler Standard Bank as “the largest equity capital... 


Two bodies found in search for Freeport Indonesia workers trapped in mine, reports say
22nd September 2025 By: Reuters

Two bodies have been recovered in the search for seven Freeport Indonesia workers trapped underground at a major copper mine since September 8 due to heavy mudflows, Indonesian media reported. The... 


Brightstar wins key approvals for Lord Byron at Laverton
22nd September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Brightstar Resources has secured approvals from Western Australia’s Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration for its Lord Byron openpit, clearing the way for the project to start... 


Côte d’Ivoire President gives go-ahead for underground mining at Yaouré
19th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

A Presidential decree authorising the development and operation of the central mineralised area (CMA) underground project at ASX- and TSX-listed Perseus Mining’s Yaouré gold mine, in central Côte... 


Foran’s McIlvenna Bay project hits key milestones, stays on track for mid-2026 start
Foran’s McIlvenna Bay project hits key milestones, stays on track for mid-2026 start
19th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Critical minerals developer Foran Mining has reported steady progress at its McIlvenna Bay copper/zinc project in Saskatchewan, with construction now 56% complete and first production still... 


QCoal starts consultation on Cook Colliery unit closure
QCoal starts consultation on Cook Colliery unit closure
19th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Independent Queensland coal miner QCoal has begun consultation with workers at the Cook Colliery, near Blackwater in the Bowen basin, after flagging the potential closure of one of the mine’s two... 


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Exports outstrip demand for locally made mining HVAC solutions
19th September 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

Specialty heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems manufacturer Booyco Engineering is experiencing an uptick in enquiries to supply units for mining vehicles, specifically for the... 


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Copper producer appoints underground contract miner
19th September 2025

A five-year mining contract was awarded by multinational base metals miner MMG to underground mine construction, contract mining and related technical services company JCHX Mining Management (JCHX)... 


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Shaft expansion expected to boost output
19th September 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Coal producer Kangra has successfully commissioned a new continuous miner section at its Udumo shaft, equipped with three shuttle cars, with production starting early last month, two weeks ahead of... 


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19th September 2025

For more than 25 years, Letab Projects has been a leading force in engineering and construction across Africa. Built on innovation, precision and quality, we deliver turnkey solutions that meet the... 


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Bendigo-Ophir gold project, New Zealand
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Australian mining company Santana Minerals has proposed the construction of a combination openpit and underground mining. 


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Back River Gold – Goose mine gold project, Canada – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

B2Gold has lowered its 2025 output forecast for the Goose mine. 


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Copperwood project, US – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Highland Copper has received a nonbinding letter of interest for up to $250-million in potential debt financing to advance the project. 


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Dalgaranga gold project, Australia – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Barminco has secured a four-year contract to provide underground mining services at the project. 


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Dewey Burdock in situ recovery project, US – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is advancing closer to development. 


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Muga potash project, Spain – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Highfield Resources has terminated its senior secured project finance facility after the last lenders agreed to exit. 


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Sleeping Giant gold project, Canada – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Abcourt Mines has completed the first gold pour. 


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TGME underground gold mining project, South Africa – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Theta Gold Mines has started earthworks and civil engineering activities. 


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Gualcamayo mine, Argentina
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold mine about 270 km north of the provincial capital of San Juan and south-western La Rioja province, in west-central Argentina.  


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Ivanhoe confirms on schedule start of Stage 2 dewatering at Kakula
18th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX- and OTCQX-listed Ivanhoe Mines says Stage 2 dewatering at the Kakula mine, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, started on schedule and that the company will provide an update on the copper... 


Grim week for Queensland coal as Anglo and BHP shed jobs
Grim week for Queensland coal as Anglo and BHP shed jobs
18th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

The Queensland coal sector is facing a fresh wave of job losses, with Anglo American Australia confirming on Thursday that more than 200 positions will go, just a day after BHP announced 750... 


Northern Minerals expands mining leases at Browns Range
Northern Minerals expands mining leases at Browns Range
18th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Heavy rare earths company Northern Minerals has been granted a new mining lease that more than doubles the tenure area at its Browns Range project, in Western Australia’s East Kimberley. The... 


enCore advances federal permitting for South Dakota uranium project
17th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Uranium company enCore Energy said a US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) board rejected a challenge from Native American and environmental groups over permits for its Dewey Burdock in-situ... 


Fourmile to produce up to 750 000 oz/y, says Barrick
Fourmile to produce up to 750 000 oz/y, says Barrick
16th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Gold and copper major Barrick Mining is casting its Nevada Fourmile project as one of the most significant gold discoveries in decades, with new studies suggesting it could become a top global... 


B2Gold trims Goose output guidance, but reaffirms 2025 group forecast
B2Gold trims Goose output guidance, but reaffirms 2025 group forecast
15th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canadian gold miner B2Gold has lowered its 2025 output forecast for the Goose mine, in Nunavut, owing to crushing plant constraints, but reaffirmed its consolidated production guidance of 970 000... 


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Gold miners cut direct emissions below 30Mt CO₂e for first time in a decade, report shows
12th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Combined scope 1 and 2 greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions from the world’s largest gold producers fell below 30-million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) in 2024, marking the first time since... 


Freeport still searching for 7 missing workers at Grasberg
Freeport still searching for 7 missing workers at Grasberg
12th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Freeport-McMoRan said on Friday its Indonesian unit was continuing around-the-clock efforts to locate seven missing contractors after a mudflow blocked access routes at its Grasberg block cave mine... 


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Reliable dewatering solutions non-negotiable, says pumps provider
12th September 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As Africa’s mining sector continues on a strong and consistent growth trajectory, the use of high performance, efficient and reliable dewatering solutions have become non-negotiable to ensure safe... 


LONG-TERM OPPORTUNITY South Africa faces challenges such as deep geology, legacy environmental issues and slow permitting, but long-term opportunity outweighs these hurdles
Tech, ESG alignment set to unlock mineral potential
12th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

To locate mineral resources globally and lay the groundwork to introduce the applicable solutions in Africa, mining and exploration advisory company DMT Group is using advanced technology and... 


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Modern mining challenges necessitate optimised pumps
12th September 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mining operations are demanding pumps with higher hydraulic efficiency, lower energy use and longer wear life to lower costs, improve environmental impact and meet modern operational demands, says... 


Unleashing Zimbabwe’s mineral wealth for a sustainable future
12th September 2025

The Karo platinum project in Zimbabwe represents a rare greenfield development in the platinum group metals (PGM) space, offering JSE- and LSE-listed integrated resource group Tharisa the chance to... 


South African battery innovator secures safety certification for underground mining use
12th September 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa-based battery design and manufacturing company Mega Titan Power’s new vehicle starting battery technology has been certified by certification and test laboratory accreditation body... 


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Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

An optimised prefeasibility study on Southern Palladium's advanced, shallow, high-grade project proposes to unlock value through a staged production approach. 


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Island Gold District operation, Canada
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canadian-based intermediate gold producer Alamos Gold has consolidated Island Gold and Magino deposits into one long-life operation that is expected to become one of the largest, lowest-cost and... 


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Archimedes gold project, US
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Archimedes is i-80 Gold’s second planned underground mine and forms part of the company’s three-phase growth strategy in Nevada.  


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Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Southern Palladium has started its detailed metallurgical and geotechnical drill programmes as part of ongoing field work to support the delivery of a definitive feasibility study. 


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Witwatersrand Basin Project – Qala Shallows, South Africa – update
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

West Wits Mining has secured Investment Committee approval from Nebari Natural Resources Credit Fund II LP for a loan facility to advance Qala Shallows.  


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Wheaton commits $400m gold stream to back Hemlo mine acquisition
11th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Wheaton Precious Metals has committed financing to Carcetti Capital, to be renamed Hemlo Mining Corp (HMC), to support its planned acquisition of the Hemlo mine from Barrick Mining. The financing... 


India to offer large carbon capture incentives as coal remains major part of energy mix
11th September 2025 By: Reuters

India is preparing to launch a national carbon capture initiative with substantial government incentives, as it seeks to balance rising energy demand with its climate goals while relying on coal, a... 


White Devil declared a major mine as JV partners Emmerson and Tennant progress development
White Devil declared a major mine as JV partners Emmerson and Tennant progress development
11th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Emmerson Resources and joint venture (JV) partner Tennant Mining have confirmed the White Devil gold deposit in the Northern Territory as a 'major mine', paving the way for its development under a... 


Barminco wins A$300m underground contract at Ramelius’ Dalgaranga project
Barminco wins A$300m underground contract at Ramelius’ Dalgaranga project
11th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Perenti’s underground mining arm, Barminco, has secured a four-year contract worth about A$300-million to provide underground mining services at Ramelius Resources’ Dalgaranga gold project in... 


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