DRC lifts mining ban
The DRC government says it is lifting a six-month ban on mining in conflict-plagued east Congo amid condemnation by critics.
Tsvangirai denies nationalisation of mines
Zimbabwe's Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai has ruled out President Robert Mugabe's plans to nationalise foreign-owned mines.
MTN’s Nhleko to join Anglo board
Anglo American has appointed Phuthuma Nhleko to its board as a non-executive director with immediate effect, says the company.
Harare pushes ahead with nationalisation
The Zimbabwean government is to set up a sovereign wealth fund to take ownership of 51% of mining companies, a minister says.
India’s Essar to invest $750m in Zisco
India's Essar Africa will inject an initial $750m to restart production at Zimbabwe's state steel firm Zisco.
Xstrata cuts Glencore tie with new chair
Xstrata has distanced itself from potential merger partner Glencore by naming industry outsider John Bond as chairperson.
Shabangu responds to Fraser findings
Mines Minister Susan Shabangu has played down the Fraser Institute's negative appraisal of SA's mining dispensation, saying remedies are already being implemented.
We want 60% of Anglo, says Malema
The ANC Youth League wants a piece of mining giant Anglo American - 60% to be precise.
Court ruling opens gate to health claims
The Constitutional Court has paved the way for a litany of health-related legal claims against the mining industry, which may amount to hundreds of millions.
Glencore profits jump on commodity prices
Glencore has posted a 40% jump in 2010 net profit, strengthening its hand for a possible stock market listing that may value it at about $60bn.