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Eurasian Resources Group refutes negotiations to sell the Company 1

Shukhrat Ibragimov, ERG’s CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors: “ERG is definitely not for sale” In response to a number of media speculations in the course of the last few weeks, including publications about a Mr James Cameron’s proposal to buy Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), Mr Shukhrat Ibragimov, Chairman of the ERG Board of Directors and its Chief Executive Officer, stated there are no negotiations on the sale of ERG. He said the company’s management is fully committed to further consistent, sustainable development of the Group. There are… Read More Here

Namibia Strengthens Uranium Market with Exploration and Production (E&P) Expansion

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 Constance0 comment

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 9, 2025/ — Namibia is expanding its uranium industry through a combination of established operations and new Exploration and Production (E&P) initiatives. With an average production of 5,613 metric tons in recent years, Namibia has solidified its position as the world’s third-largest uranium producer. As global interest in uranium increases to meet growing demand for nuclear electricity, the country is intensifying cooperation with international E&P companies to unlock the full potential of its uranium market. The upcoming African Mining Week – taking place October 1-3… Read More Here

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KCM Reaffirms Commitment to Settling Debts Under Court-Approved Payment Plan

March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 Constance

Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has assured that it is fully committed to meeting its obligations under the Scheme of Arrangement, a court-approved payment plan. The company confirms that it has not defaulted on any payments to creditors and is adhering to the terms established by the court. KCM has already made full payments to smaller creditors (Class I), those owed less than $1 million. For larger creditors (Class II), owed $1 million or more, KCM has paid 35% of the amounts due as a first tranche on a prorated basis,… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines Reports Strong Copper and Zinc Production in the First Two Months of 2025

March 9, 2025March 9, 2025 Constance

Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) Executive Co-Chairman Robert Friedland and President & Chief Executive Officer Marna Cloete announced an update on year-to-date production at the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the ultra-high-grade Kipushi zinc mine, also in the DRC. Kamoa-Kakula delivered near-record copper production in January of 45,477 tonnes and 40,849 tonnes during the shorter month of February. Daily copper production averaged over each month totaled 1,467 tonnes per day (tpd) in January and 1,459 tpd in February. These achievements are just… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines Commences Exploration for Sediment-hosted Copper in Central Kazakhstan

February 16, 2025February 16, 2025 Constance

Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) Executive Co-Chairman Robert Friedland and President Marna Cloete announced yesterday that an Exploration Joint Venture has been formed to explore the Chu-Sarysu Copper Basin in Kazakhstan, the world’s third-largest sediment-hosted copper district. The Joint Venture, with UK-based private company Pallas Resources, covers a highly prospective licence package of up to 16,000 km2, which spans an accumulated dataset of Soviet-era exploration data. For comparison, the licence package is approximately 7.5 times the size of Ivanhoe’s Western Forelands Exploration Project. Ivanhoe has committed to fund $18.7… Read More Here

Events & Expos Partnership Press Release

New partnership to advance and broaden Mining Indaba’s impact

February 3, 2025February 3, 2025 Constance

Cape Town – 2 February 2025 – On the eve of the highly anticipated Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2025, under the theme “Future-proofing African Mining,Today!”, Hyve Events SA, the conference organisers, and the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) have signed a partnership agreement. The agreement aims to elevate their relationship, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of Africa’s mining sector. The official signing ceremony, held today, was led by the DMPR Director General, Mr Jacob Mbele. He was accompanied by the department’s Deputy Director-General Ms Ntokozo… Read More Here

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PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA TO ADDRESS 2025 MINING INDABA

February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 Constance

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday, 03 February 2025, deliver a keynote address at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The Indaba will be held under the theme “Future-proofing African Mining, Today!” , which places the focus on sustainability and economic value for the African mining sector. The Indaba is the world’s largest gathering of mining’s most influential stakeholders and decision-makers vested in African mining. The President’s participation will highlight the contribution and continued commitment of the Indaba for stimulating interest into African mining for the sustainable… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Copper Corporate News Press Release

Barrick’s Lumwana Mine Fuels Zambia’s Economic Growth With Major Expansion on the Horizon

January 27, 2025January 27, 2025 Constance

Lumwana Mine, Zambia – Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) has reaffirmed its commitment to Zambia’s economic growth, contributing over $3.7 billion since 2019. In 2024 alone, Lumwana’s operations contributed $887 million to the economy through royalties, taxes, salaries and procurement of goods and services, solidifying its position as one of the nation’s top five taxpayers. Copper production for 2024 was within guidance, supported by investments in operator training and an upgraded ultra-class fleet. Lumwana remains a leader in advancing local content, with 72% of the $906 million spent on goods and services in… Read More Here

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Kansanshi Mining PLC Condemns Alleged Misconduct and Supports Investigation

January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Constance

(Solwezi, Zambia) – 13.01.25 Kansanshi Mining PLC is aware of serious allegations circulating on social media relating to construction contractors temporarily attached to our operations.Kansanshi Mining PLC condemns in the strongest possible terms any form of abuse, exploitation, or behaviour that violates the rights and dignity of individuals, particularly vulnerable members of our community. We are deeply concerned about the allegations and want to reassure the public that we take these matters with the utmost seriousness. As a responsible corporate citizen, we are cooperating fully with the police and relevant… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines provides update to 2025 capital expenditure guidance

January 12, 2025January 12, 2025 Constance

Ivanhoe Mines’ (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) Executive Co-Chair Robert Friedland and President Marna Cloete announced the company’s fourth quarter and full-year production results for the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the ultra-high-grade Kipushi zinc mine, also in the DRC. In addition, the company has announced its 2025 production guidance for Kamoa-Kakula and Kipushi, as well as updated 2025 group capital expenditure guidance. Kamoa-Kakula delivered record production in 2024 of 437,061 tonnes of copper in concentrate, a 12% year-on-year increase, following the ramp up… Read More Here