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Sibanye-Stillwater Halts Operations After Fatal Shaft Accident at Kloof Mine 1

Sibanye-Stillwater Kloof Mine Accident: Two Workers Killed as Operations Suspended Pending Investigation JSE- and NYSE-listed mining company Sibanye-Stillwater has confirmed the deaths of two contractor employees following a fatal accident at its Kloof 8 shaft on 3 May. The incident occurred during preparations for a routine scheduled shaft inspection. According to the company, an inspection platform became detached from the main winder conveyance, causing it to descend uncontrollably down the shaft. The two contractors sustained fatal injuries as a result. Investigation and regulatory response underway A full investigation into the… Read More Here

Glencore Reports Mixed Q1 Output as Copper Rises and Coal Production Declines

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 Constance0 comment

Glencore Q1 Results: Copper Output Up 19% While Coal Production Falls 22% Amid Weather and Operational Disruptions Diversified mining and commodities group Glencore reported mixed production results for the first quarter, with strong growth in copper output offset by declines in steelmaking coal and cobalt production, alongside stable performance in other segments. Steelmaking coal output falls sharply Glencore’s steelmaking coal production fell 22% year-on-year to 6.5 million tonnes. The decline was driven by pit sequencing changes at Elk Valley Resources in Canada, adverse weather conditions in Queensland, Australia, and a… Read More Here

International Corporate News Equipment & Technology

Cat® Unveils Battery Electric Power Unit at IFAT 2026, Turning Electrification Into a Drop-In Solution

May 4, 2026May 5, 2026 Constance0 comment

Electrifying Industrial Equipment: Cat® BEPU Makes Its Debut at IFAT 2026 On May 1, 2026, Caterpillar announced the first public showcasing of its prototype Cat® Battery Electric Power Unit (BEPU), marking a significant step forward in the electrification of industrial machinery. The debut will take place at IFAT 2026 in Munich from May 4–7, where the BEPU will be integrated into a Doppstadt SWS 6 Spiral Shaft Separator. A Practical Approach to Electrification The Cat BEPU is engineered as a real-world solution to simplify and accelerate the transition from diesel… Read More Here

International Corporate News

Vedanta Profits Surge on Strong Metal Prices Ahead of Business Demerger

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

Vedanta Q1 Profit Jumps 92% as Metal Prices Rally, Margins Expand Before Major Demerger Vedanta Limited reported a sharp 92.3% increase in quarterly profit, driven by stronger base metal prices that significantly boosted margins across its core businesses. The Mumbai-based conglomerate posted a consolidated net profit of 66.98 billion rupees (approximately $706.3 million) for the quarter ended March, up from 34.83 billion rupees in the same period last year. Operating profit margins also improved markedly, rising to 32% from 21% a year earlier. The performance was underpinned by a rally… Read More Here

International Gold

Mining Investment in Mali Persists Despite Escalating Security Risks

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

Mining Companies Maintain Investments in Mali Amid Rising Security Threats and Political Instability International mining companies are expected to continue investing in Mali, one of Africa’s most resource-rich nations, despite a sharp escalation in security risks following a recent surge in coordinated insurgent attacks. Mali is a leading gold producer on the continent, benefiting from record-high global prices. The country also holds substantial reserves of lithium, uranium, and copper, making it strategically important for global resource markets. However, decades of insurgency and political instability including repeated military coups have complicated… Read More Here

Copper Corporate News International

Anglo American Reports Modest Copper Growth While Advancing Strategic Restructuring

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 Constance0 comment

Anglo American Q1 Copper Output Rises 1% as Company Pushes Asset Sales and Maintains 2026 Production Outlook Anglo American reported a 1% year-on-year increase in copper production for the first quarter, supported by improved output at its Chilean operations, including Los Bronces Mine and Collahuasi Mine. The company also reaffirmed its full-year production guidance. The miner, which has agreed to merge with Teck Resources, is moving forward with plans to streamline its portfolio. This includes divesting non-core assets such as its coal operations and its diamond business, De Beers. Chief… Read More Here

International Corporate News Gold Mining Personality

Barrick Mining Names North America Leadership Team Ahead of Planned IPO

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

Barrick Appoints Executive Team to Lead North American Business Spin-Off Barrick Mining Corporation announced on Tuesday the appointment of a new executive leadership team for its North American operations as the company moves forward with plans to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) for the business. The restructuring marks a significant step in the company’s strategy to strengthen operational focus and unlock shareholder value from its North American asset base. Key Leadership Appointments The newly formed leadership team will oversee the standalone operations of Barrick’s North American division as it… Read More Here

International Battery Metals Lithium

Zimbabwe Marks First Lithium Sulphate Export as Huayou Advances Local Processing Push

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

Huayou Ships Africa’s First Lithium Sulphate from Zimbabwe Plant Amid Export Restrictions and Value-Addition Drive HARARE – Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt has shipped Africa’s first batch of lithium sulphate from its Zimbabwe-based processing facility, just months after the government tightened restrictions on lithium concentrate exports over concerns about malpractice and revenue leakages. The company’s local subsidiary confirmed the shipment in a statement posted on X late Monday, describing it as a milestone for both Zimbabwe and the continent’s mineral beneficiation efforts. “This inaugural shipment represents the first lithium salt ever produced… Read More Here

International Corporate News Gold New Mining Projects

Ecuador Seals $1.7 Billion Mining Deal with China’s CMOC Group to Advance Major Gold Project

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

Ecuador Secures Major Mining Investment as $1.7 Billion Los Cangrejos Project Aims to Boost State Revenue and Expand Mining Sector Ecuador has taken a significant step to expand its mining industry after signing a major contract with the local subsidiary of China’s CMOC Group to develop the Los Cangrejos mining project. The agreement represents one of the largest recent investments in the country’s resource sector, with total projected capital expenditure exceeding $1.7 billion. Located in El Oro province, the Los Cangrejos project will be developed by ODIN Mining del Ecuador,… Read More Here

International Battery Metals

U.S. Turns to Africa for Critical Minerals as Supply Chain Risks Grow

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Constance0 comment

United States Expands Reliance on African Critical Minerals to Reduce China Dependence and Secure Clean Energy Supply Chains The United States is increasingly looking to Africa to secure the critical minerals required to power its modern economy, with countries such as Gabon and South Africa emerging as pivotal suppliers. These resources are essential for industries ranging from electric vehicles and renewable energy to advanced manufacturing and defence technologies. According to data cited by Visual Capitalist, the U.S. relies entirely on Gabon for its manganese imports, accounting for 100% of supply.… Read More Here