Peru’s new mining minister ‘open to business’
Peru's new mine and energy minister says the government will attract private investment to the vast sector while requiring it to bring more social benefits.
Peru’s Humala tightens grip in Cabinet overhaul
Peruvian President Ollanta Humala has sworn in a new team of ministers in a shake-up that may lead to harsher crackdowns on social protests.
ANC warms to Chile mines policy
If a mining model based on the "Miracle of Chile' is pursued, ideological, financial and political compromises lie in the wake for South Africa's mining industry.
Support grows for Durban climate deal
Support has grown for an EU plan to agree a global climate change pact with binding targets by 2015, after poor nations forged alliances with developed countries.
Mugabe presses for vote, indigenisation
Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe has called for elections next year and says he will not back down in forcing foreign firms to sell majority stakes to blacks.
DRC delays election results again
Election authorities in Democratic Republic of Congo have delayed the announcement of a winner in the country's presidential election for the second time this week.
BHP Billiton may do an Anglo American
Management changes at BHP Billiton and comments by CEO Marius Kloppers have fanned speculation the miner will sell less profitable assets to exploit its crown jewels.
SA net reserves fall
South Africa's net gold and foreign exchange reserves fell to $48.633bn in November from $49.221bn in October.
Congo elections results in 48 hours delay
The delay could add to problems in a vote marred by violence, logistical problems and allegations of fraud.
No slow down on mining projects yet says MDM
Worries about the global sovereign debt crisis may have hit commodity prices but they have not yet impacted on projects being undertaken by mining groups.