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Semaforworld20 days ago
DR Congo Adds Lithium to Higher-Tax Strategic Minerals List
The Democratic Republic of Congo placed lithium in a higher 10% royalty bracket along with four other minerals. The move targets increased government revenue from mining operations in the southeastern region.
finance.yahoo.comworld26 days ago
Africa Holds 30 Percent of Global Mineral Reserves
The continent possesses the largest share of several key minerals. Coverage on Africa Day examined foreign involvement in extraction.
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winnipegfreepress.comfinance27 days ago
Nova Scotia to Negotiate Onshore Natural Gas Exploration with One Bidder
Premier Tim Houston said the province will begin negotiations with one company that submitted a proposal for exploratory onshore natural gas drilling. Dalhousie University launched a second call for proposals on the same day.
ecns.cnworld31 days ago
Indonesia Announces Overhaul of Natural Resource Trade Rules
President Prabowo Subianto announced the largest changes to Indonesia's natural resource trade in decades. The policy update targets export procedures and domestic processing requirements.
foxnews.comworld32 days ago
Montana Considers Changes to Precious Metals Mining Limits
Montana is considering changes to rules that have restricted precious metals mining for three decades. The move comes as the U.S. mining sector shows renewed activity.
Semaforworld37 days ago
Angola Seeks Mining Investment Instead of Export Bans
Angola will not impose export quotas or bans on mining companies, a senior minerals minister said on May 15, 2026. The country aims to attract private investment to build domestic processing facilities. This approach differs from export restrictions enacted by DR Congo on cobalt…
france24.comworld39 days ago
Tanzania Urges African Nations to Use Natural Resources for Economic Growth
Tanzania called on African countries to leverage their natural resources to develop a strong continental economy and advocated for multilateral partnerships based on mutual respect and sovereign equality. The statement came after a two-day summit in Nairobi focused on renewing Af…
New York Postfinance42 days ago
11,000-carat Ruby Discovered by Miners in Myanmar
Miners unearthed a 5-pound, 11,000-carat ruby near Mogok in Myanmar shortly after the traditional New Year festival in April. The stone has been identified as the second-largest ruby ever found in the country and was displayed this week at the office of President Min Aung Hlaing…
manilatimes.netpolitics46 days ago
U.S. Geological Survey Reports 2.3 Million Metric Tons of Recoverable Lithium in Appalachia
The U.S. Geological Survey announced last week that 2.3 million metric tons of previously undiscovered but economically recoverable lithium could be extracted from Appalachia. Officials said the amount could replace 328 years of U.S. imports at last year’s levels. The discovery o…
manilatimes.netfinance59 days ago
Questerre Energy Agrees to Sell Kakwa Central Assets for $23.5 Million
Questerre Energy Corporation has entered a binding agreement to sell its non-operated minority working interest in Kakwa Central assets. The deal includes a $23.5 million cash payment and the buyer's assumption of certain liabilities. The transaction is set to close on May 1, 202…
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Nova Scotia Prepares for Wildfire Season Following Winter Snowfalls and Damp Spring
Nova Scotia officials anticipate wildfire conditions based on recent weather patterns. Scott Tingley from the Department of Natural Resources outlined observations and provincial plans for forest fire management. The province aims to address potential fire risks this season.