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30 Apr 2026 | Market News

Barrick’s North American IPO play unlocks value in a Tier-One gold portfolio

Executive reshuffle and spin-out strategy signal a push to surface value, sharpen focus and reposition one of the world’s premier gold asset bases.

29 Apr 2026 | Market News

Qala Shallows and the return of underground gold

When West Wits Mining poured its first gold from the Qala Shallows project in March 2026, the moment carried significance far beyond a single quarterly milestone.

28 Apr 2026 | Market News

Perseus fires first underground production blast at Yaouré

The company is targeting steady-state production by Q3 FY2027, as it ramps up operations and integrates higher-grade underground ore into mill feed.

24 Apr 2026 | Market News

Ivanhoe Mines advances Platreef expansion with major project milestones

Ivanhoe Mines has marked a pivotal moment in the development of its Platreef project in South Africa’s Limpopo Province, announcing the completion of key infrastructure milestones that underpin its next phase of growth.

22 Apr 2026 | Market News

Uganda’s gold reserve strategy signals new era of resource-backed monetary policy

Uganda has taken a decisive step toward reshaping its monetary strategy, with the central bank formally launching a gold purchasing programme aimed at strengthening its foreign reserves.

16 Apr 2026 | Market News

Partnerships, not promises: Traditional leaders call for inclusive development

As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, the question facing Africa’s mining sector is no longer just how to extract resources - but how to ensure the continent’s communities share meaningfully in the value created.

15 Apr 2026 | Market News

Bridging standards and reality: How IRMA and Eramet are advancing responsible mining

The push to align Africa’s mining sector with global sustainability standards is gaining tangible momentum, as industry and civil society leaders highlight practical progress on the ground.