BHP’s ambitious attempt to acquire Anglo American presents significant challenges, particularly those tied to South Africa's complex socio-economic and historical landscape. The proposed £31bn takeover bid, deemed insufficient by Anglo, is overshadowed by deeper, more intricate issues. Mining has been the cornerstone of South Africa’s economy for over a century, with...
The unusually mild winter in Canada's northern territories has disrupted the vital ice road that serves as a crucial supply line for remote diamond mining operations in the Arctic. This seasonal road, which typically opens in late December and remains traversable until April, is now facing delays due to the...