Trump’s $12bn Project Vault offers short-term buffer but leaves structural gaps, says Woodmac

The Trump administration’s newly launched $12-billion Project Vault will provide a tactical buffer against critical minerals supply shocks, but it falls short of addressing deep structural... 

Forrestania's Coolgardie Hub consolidation continues with MacPhersons Reward deal

ASX-listed Forrestania Resources has entered into a binding heads of agreement with a subsidiary of Beacon Minerals to acquire 100% of MacPhersons Reward in a transaction that advances its... 

Hecla doubles exploration budget

Precious metals miner Hecla plans to nearly double its investment in exploration and predevelopment, with the goal of replacing or exceeding yearly reserve depletion. The company has earmarked... 

Steel 2025/6: Policies, Tariffs, and Survival

Creamer Media’s ‘Steel 2025/6: Policies, Tariffs, and Survival’ report finds a steel sector under pressure globally and in South Africa, with the report’s main themes being market balance, trade... 

Alkane posts record H1 profit as gold, antimony prices surge

Dual-listed Alkane Resources has delivered record operating and financial results for the six months to 31 December 2025, underpinned by strong gold and antimony prices and the expanded... 

Austral signs MoU to assess toll treatment at Rocklands

ASX-listed Austral Resources Australia has signed a nonbinding memorandum of understanding with Metal Bank to evaluate the potential toll treatment of ore at its Rocklands processing facility in... 

Titan Mining welcomes 160% US duties on Chinese graphite imports

NYSE American- and TSX-listed Titan Mining says newly finalised US trade duties on Chinese graphite imports mark a pivotal shift for the domestic supply chain, strengthening the economic case for... 

Agnico Eagle lifts gold reserves after strong 2025 exploration

Canadian miner Agnico Eagle Mines has reported a 2.1% increase in year-end 2025 gold mineral reserves to a record 55.4-million ounces, as exploration success at key assets bolstered both reserves... 

Fortescue starts commissioning battery electric locomotives

Australian iron-ore miner Fortescue has begun commissioning two new battery electric locomotives on its rail network, as it moves to decarbonise its Pilbara iron-ore operations. Delivered by... 

Eugene Els

This week we profile Eugene Els, MD of Afromix, a designer and manufacturer of agitators and peristaltic pumps, as well as AFX Holdings Group 

South Africa's mining output for Dec up 2.5% y/y; full-year production up only 0.1%

South Africa's mining production increased by 2.5% year-on-year in December, with iron-ore and manganese ore having made the largest positive contributions and platinum-group metals and coal having... 

Vedanta Zinc International targets rapid South African growth through partnership-led mining model

Vedanta Zinc International is pursuing rapid growth in Southern Africa, with CEO Vijay Kumar highlighting a partnership-led strategy and a custodianship approach to mineral resources. 

TAKRAF highlights partnerships, innovation to drive African mining growth

Global mining equipment supplier TAKRAF is positioning collaboration, innovation and full-flowsheet capability at the centre of its African growth strategy, TAKRAF South Africa MD Richard Späth... 

Robex achieves commercial production at Guinea gold project

Gold producer Robex Resources on Thursday reported that it had achieved commercial production at its Kiniero gold project, in Guinea. Commercial production status was achieved following the first... 

Prairie Lithium begins commercial-scale foundations at Pad #1

ASX-listed Prairie Limited has begun installing foundation piles and grade beams at its flagship Pad #1 site at its namesake project in Saskatchewan, Canada. The company reported on Wednesday that... 

Collaborating for safety: The Matrix Partner Program

Through the Matrix Partner Program, comprehensive business solutions provider Matrix aims to take its safety solutions to market by partnering with trusted, established organisations within their... 

De Beers’ operational strength, partnerships and market recovery targeted by new COO

Newly appointed De Beers Group COO Kevin Smith says operational discipline, stronger partnerships and measured market recovery will be key focus areas in 2026, as the diamond major works to... 

1911 Gold delivers positive PEA for True North project

TSX-V-listed 1911 Gold has delivered positive results from an independent preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for its True North gold project in Manitoba. The PEA, prepared by AMC Mining... 

Black Cat appoints new MD

Gold miner Black Cat Syndicate said on Wednesday that James Bruce had started as its new MD. Bruce brings extensive operational and financial experience across the resources sector, the ASX-listed... 

Carnavale secures mining lease for Kookynie gold project

ASX-listed Carnavale Resources has been granted mining lease M40/362, which hosts all the mineral resources at its Kookynie gold project (KGP) in Western Australia. The granted lease contains the... 

Elevra signs nonbinding spodumene offtake MoU with Mangrove

North American lithium producer Elevra Lithium has signed a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mangrove Lithium for the supply of spodumene concentrate from its North American... 

Tech-led filtration products for a wide range of industries

Global leader in technology-led filtration products and solutions Donaldson Filtration serves a broad range of industries and advanced markets. Diverse, skilled employees at over 150 locations on... 

Fluor appointed to lead Donlin Gold feasibility study

Engineering firm Fluor Corporation has been appointed to lead the bankable feasibility study (BFS) for the Donlin Gold project in Alaska, developer Novagold reported on Monday. Fluor has been... 

Sandfire to earn 80% in Kalkaroo, forms alliance with Havilah

Australian miners Sandfire Resources and Havilah Resources have executed definitive transaction agreements to advance the Kalkaroo copper/gold project and establish an exploration strategic... 

MechProTech engineers the future of modular mineral processing

In an industry defined by vast distances and challenging terrains, the ability to innovate and adapt is paramount. MechProTech is an emerging global player by embracing this very principle,... 

Energy transition: why optimisation is key to unlocking Africa’s decarbonisation

In the global discourse on climate change, the transition to sustainable power is often reduced to a simple formula: "replace fossil fuels with renewables." However, for those responsible for the... 

Electric motor manufacturer highlights range of products for global client base

Global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies WEG was founded in 1961 and has grown into one of the largest electric motor manufacturers in the world, producing more than... 

Australia’s miners push for skilled migration reforms

Australia’s minerals industry is calling for reforms to the country’s skilled migration system to help address a deepening workforce shortage that threatens future growth and competitiveness. The... 

Multotec's commitment to innovation in building Africa's mining future

As a leading mineral processing solutions provider, Multotec delivers an extensive portfolio of advanced products that boost efficiency and elevate performance across mining operations. At Mining... 

Hybrid crushing gains traction as African market looks to cut costs and carbon

The arrival of the first Metso LT400J mobile jaw crusher in Africa signals a meaningful shift in how mining and quarrying operators are approaching energy use, cost control and sustainability, says... 

MGX completes $50m Central Tanami JV acquisition

Midtier miner MGX Resources has completed its acquisition of a 50% interest in the Central Tanami Gold Project Joint Venture (CTPJV) in Australia’s Northern Territory, finalising a transaction with... 

Wheaton names Hodaly CEO as Smallwood steps up to chair

Precious metals streaming company Wheaton Precious Metals has announced a leadership transition that will see president Haytham Hodaly succeed co-founder Randy Smallwood as CEO from March 31, 2026,... 

US DFC backs Serra Verde with $565m for rare earths expansion

Rare earths miner Serra Verde has secured a $565-million financing package from the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). The financing includes an option for the US government... 

Berkeley claims $1.25bn from Spain over Salamanca project

Dual-listed Berkeley Energia has filed a $1.25-billion compensation claim against Spain at the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) in Washington DC, as part of its... 

Clement Kgatla

This week we profile Clement Kgatla, responsible pharmacist at Bidvest International Logistics, which is involved in the warehousing and distribution of various commodities, including pharmaceuticals 

Paladin lifts Langer Heinrich output as FY26 production tracks upper guidance

Uranium miner Paladin Energy has reported a 16% quarter-on-quarter increase in uranium production at its Langer Heinrich mine (LHM) in Namibia, as operations continue to ramp up towards full mining... 

Skeena clears permits, targets 2027 restart at Eskay Creek

TSX- and NYSE-listed Skeena Resources has completed the permitting process for its Eskay Creek gold/silver project in British Columbia after receiving the final regulatory approval required to... 

Frontier provides update CMIF-backed infrastructure plans for PAK lithium project

TSX-V-listed Frontier Lithium has provided an update on the progress of critical infrastructure projects supported by Canada’s Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) at its PAK lithium... 

Prairie Lithium advances Pad #1 with grid power installation

ASX-listed Prairie Limited has started grid power infrastructure installation at its flagship Pad #1 commercial facility site at its namesake lithium project in Saskatchewan, Canada. The company... 

Resolute secures mining permit for Doropo

The Côte d'Ivoire Council of Ministers has officially announced the award of a 14-year mining right for ASX- and LSE-listed Resolute Mining's Doropo gold project, paving the way for the...