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Glencore–Rio Tinto Buyout Talks Signal Potential Mega-Merger in Global Mining 1

Glencore and Rio Tinto in Early Buyout Talks That Could Create World’s Largest Mining Company Glencore and Rio Tinto have confirmed they are engaged in early-stage buyout discussions that could lead to the creation of the world’s largest mining company, with a combined market value of nearly US$207 billion. The talks come as global mining companies race to scale up their exposure to critical metals such as copper, which is expected to see surging demand driven by the global energy transition and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and data… Read More Here

Alphamin Resources Director Paul Baloyi Steps Down

January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Constance

Alphamin Resources Director Resigns After Six Years on Board AltX- and TSX-V-listed Alphamin Resources has announced that Paul Baloyi will resign from the company’s board of directors, effective January 31, 2026. Baloyi has served on Alphamin’s board since April 2017 as a representative of the Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa. In a statement released on January 5, the company expressed its appreciation: “The board of directors wishes to thank him for his contributions to Alphamin during his tenure.” Alphamin Resources owns and operates the Mpama North and South tin… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News

Jubilee Metals Receives $10 Million as It Refocuses on Zambian Copper

January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Constance

Jubilee Metals Cashes in on South African Chrome Sale to Boost Copper Operations in Zambia AltX-listed Jubilee Metals Group, now concentrating on copper production in Zambia, has received the second $10-million cash instalment from South African private mining group One Chrome, following the completion of its sale of Jubilee’s South African chrome and platinum group metals (PGM) operations. In a statement dated August 12, 2025, Jubilee said the transaction strategically positions the company within the copper sector, which offers higher investor recognition, stronger valuation multiples, and a well-defined peer group.… Read More Here

International Copper Corporate News Gold

Zijin Mining Projects Double-Digit Growth in Gold and Copper Production for 2026

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 Constance

Zijin Mining Targets Record Gold and Copper Output Amid Surging Commodity Prices Zijin Mining Group Co., China’s largest mining company, has announced plans for double-digit growth in gold and copper production in 2026, following a year of record profits driven by soaring commodity prices and expanded operations. The company reported that estimated net income for 2025 surged as much as 62% to 52 billion yuan ($7.4 billion), fueled by all-time high prices for copper, gold, and silver. The preliminary earnings were released late Tuesday. Looking ahead, Zijin Mining aims to… Read More Here

International Copper Corporate News

MMG Approves Major Khoemacau Copper Mine Expansion in Botswana

January 2, 2026January 2, 2026 Constance

MMG Greenlights $900 Million Khoemacau Copper Expansion to Boost Production and Cut Costs MMG Limited has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the feasibility study and committed to the construction of a major expansion at the Khoemacau Copper Mine in Botswana. The project is designed to increase the mine’s annual production capacity to 130,000 tonnes of copper in concentrate, with associated silver output expected to exceed 4 million ounces. The expansion involves extending mining operations to the Zone 5 North, Mango, and Zeta North-East deposits, as well as… Read More Here

Copper Corporate News Mining in DRC

Ivanhoe Mines Announces First Anode Production from Kamoa-Kakula Copper Smelter

January 2, 2026January 2, 2026 Constance

Kamoa-Kakula Produces First Copper Anodes as Africa’s Largest Smelter Enters Ramp-Up Phase Ivanhoe Mines Executive Co-Chairman Robert Friedland and President and Chief Executive Officer Marna Cloete have announced the successful production of the first copper anodes at the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The milestone was achieved on December 29, 2025, at the company’s on-site, state-of-the-art direct-to-blister copper smelter, following the start of furnace heat-up and the initial feeding of copper concentrate. Commenting on the achievement, Ivanhoe Mines Founder and Executive Co-Chairman Robert Friedland described… Read More Here

Corporate News Mining in Zambia

KCM Reinforces Commitment to Integrity at CEO Integrity Forum

December 28, 2025December 28, 2025 Constance

KCM Showcased Asset Protection Drive at CEO Integrity Forum to Promote Integrity and Responsible Mining Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) Plc showcased its ongoing “Protect Our Assets” initiative during the CEO Integrity Forum held at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre. The initiative highlighted KCM’s commitment to operational integrity, accountability, and responsible mining. It emphasized the company’s efforts to encourage employees to actively safeguard its assets in support of sustainable mining practices, long-term value creation, and national economic growth. Speaking during a tour of the KCM exhibition stand, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer… Read More Here

International Corporate News Mergers & Acquisitions Oil & Gas

Glencore to Acquire Majority Stake in Dutch Fuel Supplier FincoEnergies

December 23, 2025December 23, 2025 Constance

Glencore Expands Northwest Europe Fuel Footprint with Majority Acquisition of FincoEnergies Global commodities trader and mining group Glencore has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Dutch fuel supplier FincoEnergies for an undisclosed amount, the company announced on Monday. The transaction will strengthen Glencore’s presence in Northwest European fuel markets, where FincoEnergies is a leading player in wholesale fuel distribution as well as biofuels and other low-carbon fuel segments, according to industry sources. Large trading houses such as Glencore have increasingly pursued strategic assets across the oil and fuel supply… Read More Here

International Corporate News Iron Ore Transport and Logistics

Ivanhoe Atlantic Secures Liberian Rail Access for Guinea Iron Ore Project

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Constance

Ivanhoe Atlantic Gains Key Railway Approval in Liberia, Paving Way for Guinea Iron Ore Mine Ivanhoe Atlantic Inc., a U.S.-based mining company backed by billionaire Robert Friedland, has taken a major step toward developing an iron ore mine in Guinea after Liberia’s lawmakers approved an agreement granting the firm access to an export railway. The Liberian Senate ratified the deal on Thursday, following approval by the House of Representatives last week. The agreement, concluded earlier this year after five years of negotiations, allows Ivanhoe Atlantic to transport iron ore from… Read More Here

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FQM’s Local Investment Fuels Mukoleku Security’s Rapid Growth

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Constance

Mukoleku Security Services Grows from Small Startup to Major Employer Through Local Partnerships and Mining Contracts What began as a modest security operation in 2014 with a single bicycle and three guards has grown into a thriving enterprise employing over 500 staff. Mukoleku Security Services, led by founder and Managing Director Howard Mutambakyalo, now holds significant contracts with major mining companies and operates a fleet of vehicles equipped with advanced security technology. Reflecting on the company’s journey, Mr. Mutambakyalo said, “We started with just three guards. Today, we have more… Read More Here