If the newly created Entreprise Générale du Cobalt is able to capture all production from artisanal miners, it will compete with Glencore, ERG and China Moly.

The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has updated its tailings standards and it now meets or exceeds most global guidelines.

The billionaire, founder and owner of BSGR, claims Vale is misleading investor by claiming that local prosecutors had closed an investigation into alleged illegal practices related to Simandou.

Brazilian prosecutors have closed an investigation into Vale executives based on documents supplied by Steinmetz.

The Type IIb gem is said to be of “exceptional quality” due to both its colour and clarity.

The Canadian miner believes Menankoto is legally entitled to a permit renewal and is engaged in ongoing discussions with the government to clarify the situation.

The diamond miner said it had obtained further information relating to the allegations, which will help with the preparation of its report.

These results indicate that gold grades are increasing with depth, the company said.