Posted on Jul 05 2010
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Zambia: Update on Mining Operations – Part IV

In this part of our post I try to focus on Chinese involvement with Zambia’s mining. This is a big story itself, in the light of China’s plans in Africa. In its latest issue the TIME magazine mentions: “China is not the only nation that has noticed the opportunities in Africa, but it is the one that has taken them most seriously, in ways that may change not just the region's economic landscape but its political one too.” I highly recommend to read this TIME article – it has a ...Read More
Posted on Jun 29 2010
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Zambia: Update on Mining Operations – Part III

We are continuing with the review of mining companies that operate in Zambia. Before that I would like to pinpoint to yesterday's long piece in the Zambian Watchdog: What is happening to Konkola Copper Mines? This has a very detailed ...Read More
Posted on Jun 25 2010
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Zambia: Update on Mining Operations – Part II

In continuation of our previous post we are looking at major mining companies in Zambia. Equinox Minerals Limited is an international mining company that is dual listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the Australian Securities Exchange (Symbol: 'EQN'). Since 1999 ...Read More
Posted on Jun 22 2010

Zambia: Update on Mining Operations

Earthstone Holdings is in the process of rapid development of its mining business in Zambia. In our earlier posts we discussed the opportunities for doing business, investment climate and the extent of exploration of natural resources (Zambia: Another Look on ...Read More
Posted on Jun 07 2010

PwC on Economic Contribution of Mining Companies

Mining Companies Make A Significant Economic Contribution To The World Economy -- Sourced from International Trade By Bob Northgate The taxes and other contributions to government that mining companies pay are an important element in the creation of prosperity and stability of the ...Read More
Posted on May 26 2010

PwC: Mining Industry Feels Well, Despite Hurdles

This week PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) released their seventh annual survey of the Top 40 mining companies. As it is done by PwC they are studied by market cap,  financial performance and position of the global mining industry is discussed. ...Read More
Posted on May 24 2010
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Top Challenges Facing Mining Companies – What is New?

“The mining sector is entering a time of amazing opportunity. As companies take steps to improve their strategic focus and shore up long-term operational gaps, they can ideally position themselves to benefit from the next boom cycle.” David Quinlin, Partner, ...Read More
Posted on May 19 2010

Mining Investments – WHERE NOT TO INVEST by Behre Dolbear

One of the oldest mining consulting companies in the world Behre Dolbear provides quality advice for mining investors worldwide, and thier documents are well respected by industry professionals. Indeed, when makring the right decision about investment strategy it is important to ...Read More
Posted on May 11 2010

Earthstone Holdings — African Spotlight: Manganese Dioxide

In pursuit of its operational development plans, Earthstone Holdings has substantially stepped up its activities in Africa, and Zambia is being the key focus. Dr. Surendra Kumar Sarangi M.Sc., Geology, Ph.D., from Geomin Consultants Pvt Ltd is spearheading Earthstone’s efforts in ...Read More
Posted on Apr 19 2010

What’s going on with iron ore : Reuters

Iron ore glut threatens as miners dig new lode Sourced from Reuters Mon Apr 19, 2010 By James Regan SYDNEY (Reuters) - Iron ore miners may end up regretting a hard-won fight to establish spot-market pricing as the industry benchmark if a ...Read More