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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mining sector in MG blocks advances in environmental policy, says mayor of Juiz de Fora

The mayor of Juiz de Fora, Margarida SalomΓ£o, claims that the mining sector hinders progress in environmental policies in Minas Gerais amid recent environmental disasters.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:11 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FG seeks Canadian tech, investment to fast-track mining reforms

The Nigerian government is seeking Canadian technology and investment to enhance its mining sector reforms.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:02 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Nigeria targets foreign investment with mining reforms – FG

Nigeria's Federal Government is enhancing regulations in the mining sector to attract foreign investment and boost competitiveness.

Feb 26 β€’ 02:30 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

ADN in search of 77 votes to approve the urgent law for the strengthening of the mining and energy sectors

The Ecuadorian political party AcciΓ³n DemocrΓ‘tica Nacional is seeking to secure 77 votes in the Assembly to pass an urgent economic bill aimed at strengthening the mining and energy sectors.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:55 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Nigeria strengthening mining reforms to attract global investment – FG

Nigeria's government is enhancing mining policies to boost global investment and competitiveness in the sector.

Feb 25 β€’ 19:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Suspends Raw Mineral Exports

The Zimbabwean government has suspended the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates to promote value addition and enhance oversight in the mining sector.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:10 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Capture of presumed hitmen for the murder of a woman in Machala: the crime is linked to extortion of a mining businessman

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of Viviana del Rosario CerΓ³n Yunga in Machala, Ecuador, with the crime reportedly linked to extortion activities in the local mining sector.

Feb 24 β€’ 17:47 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The mining industry knows it must change. It has a plan

The article discusses initiatives aimed at transforming the mining sector in Poland amidst declining coal demand and the importance of energy stability.

Feb 24 β€’ 08:07 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mining sector is a pillar of Greece’s geopolitical strengthening

The mining sector in Greece is increasingly recognized as vital for both economic development and geopolitical balance, according to industry leaders.

Feb 24 β€’ 06:19 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Economic Development Commission approves report for second debate on urgent law to strengthen mining and energy sectors

The Economic Development Commission of Ecuador's National Assembly has approved a report for the second debate on a proposed law aimed at strengthening the mining and energy sectors.

Feb 24 β€’ 05:06 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Engie evaluates batteries and data center to alleviate cuts in solar park in Brazil

Engie is considering installing batteries or bitcoin mining data centers at its newly inaugurated solar complex in Brazil to mitigate energy generation cuts affecting the project and the renewable energy sector as a whole.

Feb 23 β€’ 23:05 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

Giant gold deposit discovered in China, valued at around 87 billion dollars

A vast gold deposit has been found in Hunan, China, potentially housing over 1,000 tons of gold, drawing attention to China's mining sector once again.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:36 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ South China Morning Post
World

Pax Sinica vs Pax Silica: how China-US mineral war is taking shape

The article discusses the emerging competition between China and the U.S. over critical minerals, highlighting recent strategic moves by both countries in the resource sector.

Feb 20 β€’ 12:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Constantinos Yazitzoglou, President of the SME: The Mining Sector as a Pillar of Greece's Geopolitical Strengthening

Constantinos Yazitzoglou emphasizes the growing recognition of the mining sector's importance for Greece's geopolitical strength and economic development.

Feb 20 β€’ 09:52 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Investigated for corruption, former vice-mayor of a city in MG serves house arrest with ankle bracelet after leaving the country and losing office

Hidelbrando Canabrava Rodrigues Neto, the former vice-mayor of ItaΓΊna, Brazil, is currently under house arrest with electronic monitoring due to ongoing corruption investigations in the mining sector.

Feb 19 β€’ 20:39 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
National & Local

Dozens killed in suspected gas leak at Nigerian mine

A suspected carbon-monoxide leak at a mine in Nigeria has resulted in at least 37 fatalities, marking another deadly incident in the country's mining sector.

Feb 19 β€’ 09:30 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The crisis in mining shakes the suppliers' industry. Thousands of jobs at risk

The declining demand for coal in Poland is posing significant challenges for the mining suppliers' sector, threatening thousands of jobs while companies call for state support.

Feb 19 β€’ 03:34 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexican stock market retreats hit by the mining sector and Wall Street opens with no direction

The Mexican Stock Exchange fell primarily due to declines in the mining sector amidst decreasing metal prices as markets await the fourth quarter earnings reports.

Feb 17 β€’ 15:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: Mineworkers Union Calls for Urgent Reforms in Mining Sector

The Mineworkers Union of Namibia has urged for immediate reforms in the mining sector to improve labor practices and ensure decent work for miners.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:41 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Greenland is heading towards mining investment and opens its doors to work in mines

Greenland is preparing to open its territories to investors in the mining sector amid political debates between the United States and Denmark regarding the island's strategic future.

Feb 15 β€’ 05:57 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Zimbabwe president meets Prateek Suri in Dubai

Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa met with global investor Prateek Suri during the World Government Summit 2026 in Dubai to discuss technology-driven economic reform and opportunities in the mining sector.

Feb 15 β€’ 00:21 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

More than a thousand mining concessions canceled: these are the official reasons

The Mexican government has announced the cancellation of 1,126 mining concessions, affecting a total area of 889,512 hectares, as part of a policy to review and regulate the mining sector.

Feb 14 β€’ 03:17 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Saudi Arabia Registers Record Growth in Mining Licenses by 220%

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources announced a 220% increase in new mining licenses issued in 2025 compared to the previous year, indicating significant growth in the sector.

Feb 12 β€’ 15:54 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What future for JSW? Tomorrow we will know the miners' decision

Miners are participating in a referendum about JSW, a major coal mining company in Poland, which could have significant implications for the sector and the local economy.

Feb 12 β€’ 11:24 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Adeleke woos global investors to Osun’s solid mineral sector

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, promotes investment in the state's solid mineral sector at the Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa.

Feb 11 β€’ 19:14 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexican stock market retreats from its historic peak, focusing on quarterly reports

The Mexican Stock Exchange declined after reaching a historic peak, as investors turn their attention to upcoming corporate earnings reports for the fourth quarter.

Feb 10 β€’ 15:55 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

2026 Mining Indaba opens in Cape Town under the theme 'Stronger Together'

The 2026 Mining Indaba in Cape Town focuses on Africa's mining sector, emphasizing self-reliance and protection of African interests.

Feb 10 β€’ 09:06 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mining sector demands justice and safety for its workers

The mining sector in Mexico is calling for justice and enhanced safety measures following the tragic discovery of deceased workers from Vizsla Silver Corp in Sinaloa.

Feb 10 β€’ 08:52 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

With the end of the mining permits moratorium, Madagascar calls for investment

Madagascar has lifted the moratorium on mining permits, urging investment in the sector, particularly with the first application for iron ore exploitation submitted by Akora Resources.

Feb 9 β€’ 23:30 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Mali creates company to manage mining holdings

Mali has established a state-owned company to manage its mining holdings, following a dispute with Barrick Gold and efforts to increase government profits from the mining sector.

Feb 9 β€’ 16:36 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Sector by sector: what are the opportunities and challenges posed by the trade agreement with the United States

The new trade agreement between Argentina and the United States presents opportunities and challenges across various sectors, particularly benefiting mining and raising concerns for beef and pharmaceutical industries.

Feb 9 β€’ 12:37 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

South Africa: at the Mining Indaba forum, states seek sustainable partnerships with investors

The Mining Indaba forum in South Africa focuses on fostering sustainable partnerships between states and investors in the mining sector.

Feb 9 β€’ 05:13 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metals: Greece’s leading position in perlite, bentonite, bauxite, marble

The 2024 report highlights Greece's growing mining sector, with a 407% increase in mining activity driven by strategic research initiatives on mineral deposits.

Feb 6 β€’ 05:26 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Energy: Increase in active mining areas – Greece's leading position in EU and globally in perlite, bentonite, bauxite, marble

In 2024, the mining sector in Greece experienced a 407% increase in active mining areas compared to the previous year, indicating strong growth and setting a solid foundation for future economic activity.

Feb 5 β€’ 06:32 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ ERR
National & Local

The volume of industrial production grew by 1.7 percent last year

In 2025, the volume of industrial production increased by 1.7% compared to the previous year, with a notable growth in the manufacturing sector, while mining and energy sectors faced declines.

Feb 5 β€’ 06:12 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Burkina Faso achieves a record gold production exceeding 94 tons in 2025

Burkina Faso's mining sector reported historic performance in 2025 with gold production reaching around 94 tons, marking an increase of over 30 tons compared to 2024, as announced by the Minister of Energy and Mines.

Feb 5 β€’ 06:10 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Mining sector demands localization of 10 missing engineers in Concordia, Sinaloa

The national mining organizations have raised their voices to demand the safe return of ten engineers who were abducted while performing professional duties in Concordia, Sinaloa.

Feb 5 β€’ 03:23 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Oko.press
National & Local

In the Shadow of the Declining Coal Mining Industry

Poland's coal mining sector is dwindling rapidly, with companies expressing concern over its future despite official plans for gradual closure.

Feb 4 β€’ 16:42 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
World

US-backed group seeks major stake in DR Congo mining sector

Glencore is selling a 40% stake in its copper and cobalt projects in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to a US government-backed investment group as part of an effort to secure crucial minerals for various technologies and national defense.

Feb 4 β€’ 09:55 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Czechs say goodbye to coal

Czech Republic has decided to end coal mining, affecting the job market and the future of the energy sector, particularly regarding nuclear power plans.

Feb 4 β€’ 03:11 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Urgent projects on efficiency in GAD and strengthening mining and energy sectors are processed simultaneously in the Economic Development Commission

On February 3, 2026, the Economic Development Commission of the National Assembly began discussing two urgent economic law projects focusing on mining and energy sector reforms.

Feb 4 β€’ 01:05 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexican Stock Exchange Soars After Recording Its Worst Drop in 10 Months

The Mexican Stock Exchange rebounded strongly in early trading, recovering some of the losses from the previous day's biggest drop since April last year.

Feb 3 β€’ 15:19 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Copper could generate US$55 billion for Argentina in 10 years, but depends on changes to the Glacier Law

A report warns that Argentina's mining sector could generate significant revenue, contingent on amendments to environmental regulations governing glaciers.

Feb 3 β€’ 14:11 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Eldorado Gold: Acquisition of mining company Foran with positive impact on Greece

Eldorado Gold is set to acquire Foran Mining Corporation, aiming to enhance its position in the gold-copper mining sector, which will positively impact its Greek subsidiary, Hellas Gold.

Feb 3 β€’ 09:58 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ South China Morning Post
World

China tightens grip on Brazil minerals as Chalco, Rio Tinto buy control of CBA for US$886m

China consolidates its control over Brazilian minerals as Chalco and Rio Tinto acquire CBA for $886 million, highlighting the increasing Chinese influence in Brazil's strategic mineral sector.

Feb 2 β€’ 19:04 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Yemen seeks to attract international investments in the rare minerals sector

Yemen is participating in the fifth International Mining Conference in Riyadh to attract international investments in its rare minerals sector, represented by a delegation led by the Minister of Oil and Minerals.

Jan 13 β€’ 16:07 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
World

Creators of Microsoft, Amazon, and OpenAI Invested in Greenland: The Race for Resources Has Begun

Wealthy investors like Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, and Ronald Lauder have quietly invested hundreds of millions in Greenland's mining sector and infrastructure projects, aiming for significant profits.

Jan 12 β€’ 12:53 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
World

Expert warns of 'extreme violence' in Venezuelan mining as Trump admin eyes mineral reserves

An expert has cautioned that the Trump administration's renewed focus on Venezuela's mineral reserves post-Maduro's capture could lead to significant risks of extreme violence in the mining sector.

Jan 11 β€’ 22:59 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
World

Will a giant raw materials company emerge? Rio Tinto and Glencore discuss merger

The article discusses the potential merger between Glencore and Rio Tinto, including market reactions, initial plans, financial implications, past negotiation failures, and current consolidation trends in the mining sector.

Jan 9 β€’ 10:15 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

At least three miners dead and seven missing in Peru following an attack

At least three miners have died and seven are missing in Peru after a violent attack, with prior incidents involving criminal organizations targeting the mining sector.

Jan 1 β€’ 22:33 UTC

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