Keaton given nod for Leeuw Mining takeover
Keaton Energy Holdings says the Minister of Mineral Resources has consented to a change in control of Leeuw Mining and Exploration.
Universal Coal pitches for Eskom business
Universal Coal is in discussions with Eskom to supply the Kusile power station from its planned Kangala mine, despite the fact Anglo American holds that contract.
BHP Billiton Energy Coal in BEE deal
BHP Billiton Energy Coal SA has entered into an empowerment transaction with a black-owned consortium led by the Pembani Group.
Shanduka raises coal stake
Shanduka Group has concluded a widely expected transaction which will see it increasing its stake in Shanduka Coal to a controlling one.
Rio Tinto a likely future partner at Husab
Rio Tinto may enter into another partnership with a Chinese firm, this time in Namibia, where it may be the preferred participant as China swoops on another strategic asset.
China Guangdong says Extract worth $2.2bn
China Guangdong Nuclear Power Corp has valued its proposed offer for Australia's Extract Resources at $2.22bn, after agreeing to buy Kalahari Minerals, the top shareholder in Extract.
Firestone, Sekoko funding in-tact
Funding for the Sekoko Resources, Firestone Energy coal project in the Waterberg had not been withdrawn, Firestone Energy said.
Glencore pays R900m for Umcebo Mining
Glencore International extended its participation in the South African coal industry after offering R900m for Umcebo Coal which has annual production of 7.2Mt.
SA coal exports fall in November
Richards Bay Coal Terminal has exported 6.3 million tonnes of coal in November, compared with 7.4 million tonnes the previous month, says the firm
Anglo OKs $1.7bn Queensland coal project
Anglo American says its board has approved the $1.7bn Grosvenor metallurgical coal project in Queensland, Australia.