METAL DETECTIVE

It's the orebody, stupid, but don't forget the cows

IT’S all about the orebody, stupid. <I>The Metal Detective</i> suggests that rock kickers remember that Mining 101 lesson when casting their eyes over the riches of Africa. But in some cases it pays to have a cow or two in reserve. <b><i>The Metal Detective</i>, By Stephen Bell</b>

Stephen Bell

There is no shortage of corporate, legal and investment guidance for miners wishing to chance their luck in challenging locations such as Africa. Even ageing mining columnists have been known to offer...

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