IAEA confirms support for Rhisotope project, as pilot phase shows results

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reiterated its support for the Rhisotope project, in South Africa, which entails the insertion of radioactive isotopes into rhino horns and using... 

Strong investor interest drives gold demand higher

Amid a high price environment, the World Gold Council (WGC) has reported that total gold demand, including over-the-counter investment, increased by 3% year-on-year to 1 249 t for the second... 

Gemfields reports $60m in first-half auction revenues

Aim-listed gemstone miner Gemfields has reported total auction revenues of $60-million for the half year ended June 30. The company also reports a net debt position of $59.6-million, before auction... 

Africa poised to take advantage of increasing blockchain momentum

As blockchain continues to gain momentum, Africa stands poised to leapfrog into a new era of technological advancement and economic empowerment, according to the third edition of the ‘African... 

Copper 360 enters negotiations for additional equity capital

JSE-listed Copper 360 has advised shareholders that it has entered into negotiations regarding the introduction of additional equity capital, which if successfully concluded, may have a material... 

Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory

State-owned Transnet Engineering (TE) launched its South African National Accreditation System- (Sanas-) accredited material testing laboratory at its Koedoespoort plant, on July 29. Initially... 

Webinar highlights opportunities, considerations for green ammonia, e-fertiliser adoption in South Africa

With the global population projected to reach about 9.7-billion people by 2050, fertiliser remains essential for food production, economic stability and regional resilience, particularly for South... 

Mantengu embarks on another battle with the JSE

JSE-listed Mantengu Mining says it has instituted urgent proceedings in the Gauteng High Court, seeking an order compelling the JSE to publish, in full, on the Stock Exchange News Service (Sens)... 

dtic in trade discussions with US, signs conditions precedent document

Amid shifts taking place in global trade, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has emphasised the work being done by his department to ensure South Africa maintains its competitive... 

Physically backed gold ETF inflows reach $38-billion

The World Gold Council (WGC) has reported that global physically-backed gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw inflows of $38-billion during the first half of this year, marking the strongest... 

SA gold miners look to overcome structural constraints as high prices persist

Despite rising  gold prices driven by increased central bank demand and ongoing global geopolitical tensions – which should benefit South African gold miners– local production continues to decline... 

SA gold miners look to overcome structural constraints as high prices persist

Despite rising  gold prices driven by increased central bank demand and ongoing global geopolitical tensions – which should benefit South African gold miners– local production continues to decline... 

Global coal use likely to remain near the all-time high reached in 2024 – IEA

Global coal demand is likely to remain broadly unchanged this year and next, despite short-term fluctuations across several major markets in the first half of this year, the International Energy... 

Xtract completes reconnaissance programme in Morocco

Aim-listed Xtract Resources has reported that the company has completed a 90-day reconnaissance programme on the antimony exploration licences held by Xtract's 80%-owned venture Wildstone, in... 

Resolute announces initial mineral resource at Bantaco

ASX- and LSE-listed Resolute Mining has announced an initial mineral resource estimate (MRE) for the Bantaco South and West prospects at its Bantaco project, which is situated 20 km east of the... 

Northam reports solid operational performance at Zondereinde and Booysendal

Platinum group metals (PGMs) miner Northam Platinum has reported a solid operational performance from its Zondereinde and Booysendal mines, in Limpopo and Mpumalanga respectively, for the financial... 

Airbus launches new customer support centre in Johannesburg

Aviation company Airbus has launched a new customer support centre for Airbus Commercial Aircraft in Johannesburg, Gauteng, to bring locally focussed services closer to customers across Africa. The... 

Ekurhuleni suspends fixed electricity tariff following protests

Acknowledging the protest action in Tembisa on July 21, in relation to the introduction of a fixed electricity tariff charge for the 2025/26 financial year, Ekurhuleni mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza... 

Oriole confirms extension of subsurface gold system at Mbe

Aim-listed Oriole Resources has reported further positive drilling results for its 90%-owned Mbe orogenic gold project, in Cameroon. The company notes that results from holes MBDD014 to MBDD017... 

Blue economy could unlock millions of jobs for South Africa’s youth – Sanlam

With unemployment rates soaring, particularly among the youth, South Africa and much of Africa are facing an economic and social crisis. According to Teboho Makhabane, head of environmental, social... 

Giyani seeks to raise up to C$3m for working capital, K.Hill development

TSX-V-listed Giyani Metals has announced a non-brokered private placement of up to 50-million units at a price of $0.06 a unit to raise aggregate gross proceeds of up to C$3-million to support... 

Tech, health lead investment activity Southern Africa’s venture capital market

Despite global economic uncertainties and constrained exit environments, Southern Africa’s venture capital sector closed off 2024 with a record R13.35-billion in active investments across 1 325... 

Dipula Income Fund rebrands to Dipula Properties

As part of a celebration marking 20 years in the South African property sector, real estate investment trust (Reit) Dipula Properties has unveiled a refreshed brand identity, including a new name... 

VR8 to supply vanadium-rich magnetite ore from Steelpoortdrift project to Chinese trader

ASX-listed Vanadium Resources Limited’s (VR8’s) subsidiary Vanadium Resources (Pty) Limited (VanRes) has executed a binding magnetite ore supply agreement with metals and minerals trader China... 

Askari appoints executive as technical consultant as its Nejo gold project advances

ASX-listed Askari Metals has appointed Lachlan Reynolds as technical consultant to provide geological, technical and strategic oversight as the company continues to deliver on its African-focused... 

Emira’s new CEO takes the reins

Following the announcement of his appointment in May, JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Emira Property Fund confirms that James Day has assumed the role of CEO. Emira says he has... 

First new dredge arrives at Moma mine

LSE-listed Kenmare Resources has reported that the first of its two new high-capacity dredges has arrived safely at its Moma titanium minerals mine, in northern Mozambique. The new dredges form... 

FlySafair confirms some flight delays amid pilot strike

Amid a strike taking place among aviation company FlySafair pilots, the company notes that, while operations continued largely as scheduled on July 21, some of the airline’s flights have had to be... 

East London Multi-Purpose Terminal welcomes first transshipment vessels in 13 years

The East London Multi-Purpose Terminal says it has achieved a “historical milestone” as transshipment vessels Hoegh Jeddah and Hoegh London arrived on July 16. This is the terminal’s first... 

Indaba to address strategies in addressing foot and mouth disease outbreak

Amid recent outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), which have resulted in restrictions on livestock movement and have significantly impacted the country’s red meat trade on international... 

VW’s Kariega plant celebrates strong year as ‘home of the Polo'

Automotive manufacturer Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has reported record production volumes and strong export performance from its Kariega manufacturing plant, in Gqeberha, with 167 084 vehicles... 

Atlantic Lithium welcomes negotiations for revised mining lease terms

Aim-listed Atlantic Lithium says it has welcomed the comments made during a Parliamentary session, in Ghana, on July 16, in which Ghanaian Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi... 

Lotus to be issued ESIA certificate for Kayelekera

ASX-listed Lotus Resources has reported that the Malawi Environment Protection Authority (Mepa) will issue the environmental- and social-impact assessment (ESIA) certificate for the Kayelekera... 

Brightstar reports 25% increase in production at Second Fortune, ramps up ore production at Fish

ASX-listed Brightstar Resources has reported that the June 2025 quarter represented a period of sustained steady-state operations at its Second Fortune mine, in Laverton, Australia. The mine... 

Ironbark scoping study highlights robust mining opportunity, value of Side Well gold project

ASX-listed Great Boulder Resources (GBR) has completed a scoping study on its Ironbark deposit, highlighting robust economics for a short mine life, high-grade, openpit opportunity with discounted... 

Yancoal produces 17m tonnes of RoM, maintains guidance

ASX-listed Yancoal Australia produced 17-million tonnes of run-of-mine (RoM) coal across its operations for the quarter ended June 30, aligned with the company’s forecast and up 12% from the first... 

ICMM publishes new tools to support psychological health, safety of miners, metalworkers

Mining and metals advocacy group the ICMM has published its ‘Tools for Psychological Health and Safety’ guide to support mining and metals companies to embed strong psychological health and safety... 

Magna Mining reports progress in McCreedy West development

TSX-listed Magna Mining has reported that it expects ore sales from the 700 Copper Zone, at its McCreedy West mine, in Ontario, Canada, to be between 80 000 t and 92 000 t for each of the third and... 

NexMetals starts trading on Nasdaq

Trading of TSX-listed NexMetals Mining Corp’s common shares has started on the Nasdaq stock market under the symbol NEXM. Upon the start of trading on Nasdaq on July 16, the company says it common... 

Defiance completes acquisition of GEMS

Through the signing of a definitive agreement with Green Earth Metals (GEMS) and its shareholders, TSX-listed Defiance Silver Corp has acquired 100% of GEMS, thereby completing the previously...