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Jinteng Mining has acquired the La Arena open-pit mine from Pan American Silver in Peru, a deal initially announced in May and now approved. This acquisition allows Zijin Mining Group …
Jinteng Mining Acquires La Arena Mine from Pan American Silver Read More
The Nigerian government has dismissed rumors of ceding mining rights to France, asserting that a newly signed MOU is aimed at fostering cooperation and development in the mining sector. The …
Nigeria Denies Any French Acquisition of Mining Rights Amid MOU Read More
Illegal gold mining in Ghana, driven by rising global prices, has increased despite military efforts to combat it, with 70-80% of mines unlicensed and producing 1.2 million ounces of gold …
Illegal Gold Mining in Ghana: Environmental and Corruption Crisis Amid Election Context Read More
On December 3, 2024, Uganda’s officials met Tanzanian mining experts in Dodoma to share best practices in managing artisanal and small-scale mining. The meeting, facilitated by UNDP, highlighted Tanzania’s successful …
Tanzania and Uganda Collaborate to Enhance Mining Sector Management Read More
Talanx Group has issued a $100 million catastrophe bond to provide multiyear coverage for earthquake risks in Chile. This landmark bond, the first for Talanx, is effective from January 2025 …
Talanx Group Issues $100 Million Catastrophe Bond for Earthquake Risks in Chile Read More
Chile is urged to enhance its port infrastructure urgently due to rising trade demands. Experts stress the necessity of investments to modernize facilities, thereby improving logistics and competitiveness. Such upgrades …
Chile Urged to Rapidly Enhance Port Infrastructure Read More
Nigeria seeks to attract global investment in mining by promoting new geo-data platforms that provide access to vital mineral resource information. Minister Dele Alake announced plans for enhanced geological research …
Nigeria Invites Global Investment in Mining Through Enhanced Geo-Data Platforms Read More
Peru’s mining sector is at a critical juncture, with debates over the Registro Integral de Formalización Minera (Reinfo) highlighting its perceived failures in curbing illegal mining and violence. While intended …
Peru’s Mining Reform Stumbles Amid Rising Illegal Gold Trade and Violence Read More
AzerGold CJSC’s Chairman, Zakir Ibrahimov, held discussions with Guinea-Bissau officials about potential cooperation in the mining sector. They agreed on AzerGold’s role in conducting geological assessments and modern exploration methods …
AzerGold Engages in Exploration Initiatives in Guinea-Bissau Read More
Kolwezi, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is central to the U.S.-China competition over vital minerals. With the Lobito Corridor project, the U.S. aims to challenge China’s dominance in copper …
Kolwezi: The Heart of U.S.-China Competition Over Cobalt and Copper Read More