WikiLeaks: BHP tried to sabotage Rio deal
A WikiLeaks cable has revealed that BHP Billiton tried to sabotage a $21bn deal between rival miner Rio Tinto and China's Chinalco, according to ABC News.
NMDC to go it alone for Riversdale
State-run Indian iron ore miner NMDC may bid independently for a stake in Africa-focused Riversdale Mining, according to a report
Revamped mining law ready mid-2011
Proposed regulatory reforms to SA's "ambiguous" mining policy will be implemented by the middle of next year, says the department of mineral resources.
State miner to split from CEF
The African Exploration, Mining and Financing Corporation is to become a stand-alone entity that will constitute the nucleus for the state-owned mining company, says government.
Buildmax: ‘wink, wink’ don’t blink
Despite the evidence, Brait and Coronation stick with the "uninspiring" opencast mining contractor.
Zimbabwe confirms mines seizure
Zimbabwe's cabinet has agreed that the government will takeover all alluvial diamond mining and own a 51% share for other minerals, reports state media.
Hillside workers strike
Hundreds of workers at BHP Billiton's aluminium smelter in Richards Bay have gone on strike, demanding better wages and changes in work conditions, a union official says.
Grootvlei illegal miner arrests top 350
Police have arrested 358 illegal miners at Aurora Empowerment System's Grootvlei mine after a shootout at an abandoned shaft.
Mittal to spin off stainless steel unit
ArcelorMittal has finalised details of a spin-off of its stainless steel division, which may spark consolidation in a sector burdened by over-capacity.
Mittal plans to list stainless steel unit
ArcelorMittal plans to list its stainless steel division in the first quarter of next year, according to a report.