Latest South America News

Solis Minerals has entered a binding agreement to acquire up to 75% of the Cucho Copper Project in Peru, a large-scale porphyry system with promising historical drilling results and significant untested exploration targets. The company plans a 5,000-metre drilling program in 2026 aiming for a maiden resource estimate and economic assessment.

IMDEX Limited reported a resilient FY25 with steady margins, reduced net debt, and strategic acquisitions positioning it for growth. The company’s FY26 outlook is optimistic, supported by improving global exploration activity and technology adoption.

St George Mining’s latest drilling results reveal a thick, high-grade rare earth and niobium mineralisation extending well beyond the existing resource at its Araxá project in Brazil, hinting at a major resource upgrade.

Odessa Minerals appoints Tim Goldsmith, former Rincon CEO, as Non-Executive Chairman and raises $1.15 million to fuel exploration and acquisitions.

Austral Gold has resumed commercial production at its Casposo Mine in Argentina after completing a significant plant refurbishment, aiming to boost its output alongside operations in Chile.

DroneShield’s DroneSentry counterdrone system has earned official recognition from the UK’s National Protective Security Authority, boosting its credibility and market potential amid rising drone threats.

Future Metals NL has appointed seasoned resources executive Keith Bowes as Managing Director and CEO, aiming to accelerate development of its flagship Panton and Eileen Bore projects.

Mandrake Resources reports significant lithium concentrations in clastic zones of the Paradox Formation at its Utah Lithium Project, highlighting strong potential for large-scale lithium brine extraction.

Aguia Resources has updated its economic study for the Tres Estrades Rock Phosphate Project, reflecting a significant uplift in phosphate pricing and expanded production capacity that together enhance the project's financial outlook.

Medicare contractor Novitas plans to convene an expert panel in early 2026 to review coverage for Pacific Edge’s Cxbladder Triage test following the 2025 update to the American Urological Association microhematuria guideline.

4DMedical has secured multi-year agreements to deploy its advanced lung imaging technology across Brazil and Australia, supporting national lung cancer screening programs and enhancing lung health diagnostics.

St George Mining’s latest drilling assays at the Araxá Project in Brazil reveal exceptional grades of rare earth elements and niobium, signaling a potential major resource upgrade.