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Barrick Confirms Commitment to $7B Reko Diq Copper Project in Pakistan

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Barrick Reaffirms Support for Reko Diq Copper Mine Amid Speculation of Asset Sale Barrick Mining has reiterated its commitment to the Reko Diq copper mine in Pakistan, one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits, following media reports suggesting the company might consider a withdrawal. The $7-billion project, located in the remote and insurgency-affected western province of Balochistan, is a 50-50 joint venture between Barrick and Pakistani authorities. It is expected to begin production by the end of 2028. Reports this month cited sources familiar with Barrick’s internal discussions, suggesting… Read More Here

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Zambian Presidency Rejects Proposal for Free 15% State Stake in Critical Mineral Mines

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Zambia Blocks Draft Regulation Seeking 15% Free-Carried State Interest in Copper and Critical Mineral Projects Zambia’s Presidency has dismissed proposed regulations that would grant the government a minimum 15% free-carried, non-dilutable stake in mining companies producing copper and other critical minerals. The draft statutory instrument proposes that the state hold at least 15% ownership in any mining operation involving a critical mineral—without paying for the stake. It also outlines a mechanism through which government participation could rise to 40%, achieved by forfeiting dividends and offering tax concessions rather than making… Read More Here

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Copper Mark and SSI Partner to Strengthen Responsible Copper Sourcing for the Solar Industry

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Copper Mark–SSI Agreement Aims to Boost Responsible Copper Production for Growing Solar Supply Chain The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance responsible copper production and sourcing across the global solar energy value chain. Announced on November 27, the partnership reflects copper’s crucial role in solar energy generation and transmission. As renewable energy demand accelerates, the need for coordinated action among mining, processing and manufacturing stakeholders has become increasingly urgent. The agreement aims to link upstream and downstream assurance systems… Read More Here

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Global Copper Crunch Set to Deepen in 2026 as Supply Struggles to Keep Pace

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Copper Supply Deficit to Hit 500,000 Tons in 2026, Driving Prices to New Highs, Mercuria Warns A tightening squeeze in global copper markets is expected to intensify next year, driving prices for both copper concentrate and refined metal to new highs, according to Mercuria’s head of metals research, Nicholas Snowdon. Snowdon — a prominent copper bull at the Geneva-based commodity trading firm — said the global copper concentrate market will face a deficit of roughly 500,000 tons in 2026, mirroring the shortfall anticipated for 2025. Concentrate is the raw material… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines Announces Leadership Transitions to Support Next Wave of Expansion

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance

Ivanhoe Mines Appoints New COO as Company Enters Next Phase of Global Copper Growth Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines has appointed Tom van den Berg, currently a senior executive at the Kamoa-Kakula operations, as the group’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 1, 2026. He will succeed current COO Mark Farren, who will transition into a strategic adviser role to the Ivanhoe board. Ivanhoe highlighted Farren’s significant contributions over the past five years, noting his leadership in delivering nine major capital projects while serving as COO of Ivanhoe Mines… Read More Here

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Vedanta to Expand Mining Investments in Saudi Arabia Amid Vision 2030 Push

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance

Vedanta Plans $2 Billion Investment in Saudi Copper and Gold Mines as Kingdom Aims to Become Mining Hub Vedanta Ltd. is set to increase its investments in Saudi Arabia as the Indian conglomerate bets on the kingdom’s ambitions to become a global metals and mining hub under its Vision 2030 economic transformation plan. The company plans to begin copper and gold exploration in western Saudi Arabia within six to eight months, marking its first official foray into mineral extraction in the country. Vedanta received a formal license on Tuesday, alongside… Read More Here

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DRC Energizes Industrial Growth as Inga II Sends First 50 MW to Kamoa Copper

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance

DRC Delivers First 50 MW From Inga II to Kamoa: $450M Energy Partnership Accelerates Grid Modernization A major step toward modernizing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s electricity network has been achieved. On November 10, 2025, the first 50 MW of hydroelectric power from Turbine 5 of the Inga II power plant was successfully delivered to the Kamoa Copper mining complex, marking the beginning of a new phase in the country’s energy sector. The delivery follows a strategic partnership between the National Electricity Company (SNEL) and Ivanhoe Mines Energy DRC (IVEN),… Read More Here

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Jubilee Metals Reports Strong Q1 2026 Copper Production in Zambia

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance

Jubilee Metals Achieves 65% Quarter-on-Quarter Copper Production Growth in Zambia Zambia-focused copper producer Jubilee Metals Group has reported strong progress for the quarter ended September 30, the first quarter of its 2026 financial year, highlighting a significant improvement in copper production. CEO Leon Coetzer shared an operational and projects update for the company’s Zambian operations during the period. Copper production reached 938 tonnes, up 65% from the previous quarter’s 568 tonnes, with operations unaffected by material power outages. The production was primarily derived from copper concentrate produced by Roan for… Read More Here

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ARM and Newmont Plan Multi-Billion-Dollar Copper Investment in Papua New Guinea

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance

African Rainbow Minerals Targets $4–5 Billion Copper Investment in Papua New Guinea With Newmont African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) is positioning itself for a major expansion into the global copper market, with plans for a $4–5 billion investment in Papua New Guinea (PNG) alongside mining giant Newmont. The move underscores accelerating global demand for minerals vital to clean energy technologies, electric vehicles, and renewable power systems. South Africa–based ARM operates across several divisions—including platinum, ferrous metals, coal, and corporate holdings—with most of its revenue generated domestically. However, its asset base extends… Read More Here

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Jubilee Metals Clears Key Regulatory Hurdle as It Refocuses Growth Strategy on Zambia

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025 Constance

Jubilee Metals Advances Zambia Copper Strategy After Merger Approval for SA Asset Sale The South African Competition Tribunal has issued a merger clearance certificate approving the sale of Jubilee Metals Group’s South African chrome and platinum group metal (PGM) operations to One Chrome, marking a major milestone as the company accelerates its strategic shift toward Zambia. Jubilee announced in June that it would sell its South African operations for up to $90-million, a move designed to free up capital and management capacity for the expansion of its copper projects in… Read More Here