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The Colombian mining company Mineros has begun evaluating a possible corporate redomiciliation, examining legal and fiscal implications. It has called an extraordinary meeting of its shareholders' assembly for April 30, 2026. The process aims to enhance its asset base and long-term strategic objectives.

2 februari 2026 Rapporterad av AI

A dubious reclamation operation at the old Grootvlei gold mine is endangering the ecologically vital Blesbokspruit wetland in Gauteng. Journalists' inquiries prompted the Department of Water and Sanitation to investigate, revealing the company lacked necessary water authorisation. Enforcement actions are now underway to protect this Ramsar-designated site.

The price of gold has vaulted past $5,000 an ounce for the first time, carrying South Africa's rand to its best level since June 2022. Prospects of a US government shutdown have weakened the dollar, driving investors toward the safe-haven metal. This development has raised the likelihood of an interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee on Thursday.

25 januari 2026 Rapporterad av AI

A Vale mining pit overflowed in the early hours of January 25, 2026, in Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, flooding CSN facilities in Congonhas without any injuries reported. The spill of water and sediments halted operations and water supply in the area, raising alarms seven years after the Brumadinho disaster. Authorities and the company are investigating the causes, confirming that dams remain safe.