Monthly Archives: January 2016

Magnate Praises Local Mining Act

by: Repeka Nasiko GLOBAL mining magnate Walter Berukoff, who is the owner of the Tuvatu Gold Mine project in Sabeto, believes Fiji has the potential to expand and grow its mining culture. He said the country’s Mining Act ensured the protection of the environment while encouraging business investments. “Many people are not aware of the…

Canadian Mining Company Granted Gold Mine License In Fiji

Tuvatu Mine expects to produce $414 million in revenues, employ 200 By Repeka Nasiko SUVA, Fiji – A Canadian mining company that spent more than $100million [US$46 million] over the past nine years searching for gold deposits in the hills of Sabeto has been granted a mining lease. Tuvatu Gold Mine project manager Steven Mann…