Welcome to this month’s edition of our Mining News Roundup, where we bring together the key global mining updates — the projects, policies, and market moves you need to know. Major Projects Harmony – Eva Copper Mine (Australia):A $1.6B FID has been approved, with first production expected in 2028. Simandou (Guinea):Operations have officially launched, marking […]

The mining industry continues to play a pivotal role in the global energy transition — but October made one thing clear: growth and sustainability don’t always move in sync. From U.S. regulatory rollbacks to new investment in gold and antimony, the sector is walking a fine line between critical mineral demand, environmental pressure, and shifting […]

From 3-5 September, Nicky Stubbs and David Jones-Cooper will be representing Stratum International at ADU in Perth, WA – a leading annual forum for African mining and investment, hosted by Paydirt Media Pty Ltd. If you’re attending or will be in Perth during that week, they’d be happy to connect. You can reach Nicky at […]

At senior levels, technical capability is rarely in question. But understanding how a leader will perform under pressure, integrate with a team, or shape culture is far more complex. In this article, Annelize Lombard, Stratum’s Head of Research – Site, addresses common misconceptions around psychometric assessments and explores how, when used effectively, they add clarity […]

Succession planning isn’t just about replacement. Unplanned leadership departures can disrupt strategy and erode confidence. A proactive, structured approach protects continuity and strengthens future leadership. Stratum’s five-step succession planning process supports Boards and executives in reducing risk and building long-term stability. Download the overview here:

Over the past year, we’ve partnered with mining companies to deliver a number of high-impact CFO placements across the globe. Throughout these mandates, a clear insight has emerged: the CFO role is evolving – and no two searches are the same. We’re increasingly seeing a shift away from a one-size-fits-all CFO profile. Instead, four recurring […]

Today is Mandela Day, and our teams in South Africa and the UK gave 67 minutes of service in support of local communities. In the UK, Caitlin McLintock, Ella van Akkooi and Palesa Maloka (visiting from our Cape Town office) volunteered with Brighton Food Bank, part of Brighton and Hove City Mission. It was an […]

From 1 July 2025, physical gold held on an allocated basis will be treated as a Tier 1 High-Quality Liquid Asset (HQLA) under Basel III for US banks, meaning it will now count at 100% of market value against core capital. This marks a major regulatory shift for the precious metals market, elevating gold from […]