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28.05.2026

Monthly Mining News Roundup | May 2026

This month’s mining news highlight a sector focused on large-scale project expansion, strategic resource security, and operational strengthening. Major investments in gold and rare earths signal long-term supply ambitions, while governments tighten control over critical minerals. At the same time, leadership changes, economic contributions, and resilient commodity demand—particularly for platinum—underscore continued industry growth despite minor […]

30.04.2026

Monthly Mining News Roundup | April

This month’s mining news headlines reflect a sector in transition, with companies returning to exploration, governments tightening control over resources, and markets responding to strong precious metals demand. Strategic deals, policy shifts in Africa, and long‑term copper and gold fundamentals shaped the month’s developments. Major Projects BHP – Zambia Copper Exploration: BHP is returning to […]

22.04.2026

Earth Day | ESG Leadership in Action

This Earth Day, we reflect on some of our favourite placements we have made in the ESG space. These roles highlight how leadership shapes responsible, sustainable outcomes across the global resources sector. ________________________________________ Head of Sustainability 📍 United Kingdom Stratum International placed a Head of Sustainability to support Appian’s base metals business, reporting directly to […]

31.03.2026

Monthly Mining News Roundup | March

This month brings a new set of key global mining updates across projects, regulation and market activity. The sector is shifting quickly as companies invest, governments adjust policy and commodity demand continues to rise. Major Projects Rio Tinto – Zulti South Restart: Rio Tinto has approved R8.5bn to restart the Zulti South project. The move […]