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Good news about Mining
Positive stories about Mining, gathered from the newsrooms Rally reads. Every headline links back to the publisher who reported it.
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Deep mining for memories: Greece opens digital archive to preserve Serifos ironworks history
A digital archive in Greece is preserving the history of Serifos’ ironworks, sharing the stories of mineworkers and the island’s industrial past. The project, funded by Cycladic Identity, ensures this lesser-known heritage is accessible to future generations. It’s a thoughtful way to honor the people and labor behind the island’s development.
Euronews
Leveraging Canada’s mining moment can make this country strong
Canada’s mining sector is a key economic driver with strong potential to fuel future growth. By leveraging this opportunity, the country can strengthen its economy and create new opportunities. This highlights a promising path forward for national prosperity.
Financial Post
Nasarawa says Endo lithium deal yields ₦2.6bn as state deepens mining role
Nasarawa State has earned ₦2.6 billion from a lithium mining deal, boosting its direct financial stake in the sector. The state also secured a federal mining license, strengthening its role in developing key mineral resources. This step could expand revenue and economic opportunities for the region.
Business Day
Albemarle Chile Workers Are Backing Deal to Avert Lithium Strike
Workers at Albemarle Chile have voted in favor of a new wage deal, ending the threat of a strike. The agreement helps secure stable production and protects jobs, bringing relief to the US lithium producer and its employees. This avoids disruption in a key industry.
Bloomberg
Nasarawa village head sets N50,000 fine for parents of children found at mining sites during school hours
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Premium Times
Implementation stands between Africa and its critical minerals opportunity
Africa is drafting critical minerals policies to attract investment while ensuring community benefits, balancing long-term capital needs with local gains. This could unlock the continent’s vast mineral wealth for global demand, creating opportunities for sustainable development. The challenge lies in turning these plans into action.
Daily Maverick
Macarthur clears hurdle for WA iron ore bulk test
Macarthur Minerals has secured approval for a bulk sampling program at its Lake Giles iron ore project in Western Australia, bringing it closer to production. The test will assess the hematite deposit’s potential for blending and shipping, a key step forward for the company. This progress could open new opportunities for the project’s future.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Viking clears US hurdle for 900t Nevada tungsten sample
Viking Mines has won US approval to extract a 907-tonne tungsten sample from its Nevada project, a crucial step toward securing supply deals in a growing market. The green light from the Bureau of Land Management advances the company’s plans to develop its US tungsten assets. This progress could help meet rising demand for the critical mineral.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Moonlight pushes QLD gold system length past 1km
Moonlight Resources’ drilling has expanded its Clermont gold project in Queensland, with assays revealing over 1km of mineralised strike. The results include broad gold hits, strengthening the project’s potential. This discovery could support further development and economic benefits for the region.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Critical minerals production expands as global demand rises
Uzbekistan is expanding mining and processing projects to meet rising global demand for critical minerals essential to electric vehicles, semiconductors, and renewable energy. With 76 investment projects underway, the country is boosting production of materials that support clean energy and advanced technologies. This growth helps secure vital resources for industries driving sustainable progress.
Euronews
DR Congo: Government bans export of copper and cobalt concentrates
The DR Congo has banned exports of copper and cobalt concentrates to boost local processing and generate more revenue from its mineral wealth. This move aims to keep more value in the country, supporting its economy and industries. It’s a step toward greater self-sufficiency in a key sector.
Africanews
Mining overhaul could raise $883 million for Mali projects
Mali’s mining reforms could generate $883 million to fund energy, water, and transport projects, according to the finance minister. The changes aim to boost investment in critical infrastructure, offering a path to long-term development. This is a step toward improving living conditions for many people in the country.
Africanews
Zimbabwe opens first lithium processing plant becoming Africa's top producer
Zimbabwe has launched its first lithium processing plant, a key step in adding value to its mineral wealth instead of exporting it raw. This marks progress in the country’s efforts to develop its clean-energy resources and boost its economy. The plant supports Zimbabwe’s goal of becoming a leader in sustainable mining.
Africanews
GROWTH STRATEGY: DRDGold bets R10bn on bigger tailings business as Vision 2028 reaches critical construction milestones
DRDGold is investing R10 billion to expand its tailings processing, turning old mine waste into new gold without digging new mines. The Vision 2028 programme extends mine life and cuts costs, offering a sustainable way to recover valuable resources. This approach benefits both the company and the environment by making the most of existing materials.
Daily Maverick
Rio2 breathes new life into Canadian critical minerals project
Rio2 Limited is reviving a dormant Canadian tungsten project, leveraging strong historical results and rising demand for critical minerals. The move expands its production focus beyond copper and gold, offering new opportunities in a growing sector. This could support sustainable supply chains and economic development in the region.
The Sydney Morning Herald
