Namibia’s state miner pockets key rights
Namibia's government has awarded its state-owned mining company "exclusive exploration and mining' rights to a host of strategic minerals, according to a news report.
Namibia eyes mining sector growth
Namibia expects investment of $3.5bn in its mining sector over the next five years, with the industry accounting for 15% of its economic output, says a minister.
BHP boosts iron ore output, warns on coal
BHP Billiton's iron ore production has jumped, but persistent rains in Australia are delaying its coal output recovery.
Ministers to discuss MPRDA amendments
High-level talks on bringing environmental regulations for mines in line with legislation for the rest of the country are to take place soon.
Gold soars to fresh record
Gold has hit a new high above $1 500 as traders sought out the safe haven amid concerns over the global economy.
Australia warns ‘no rivers of gold mining’
Australia is facing a mining boom with greater challenges and fewer rewards, Treasurer Wayne Swan says, warning there will not be "rivers of gold" like earlier commodities rushes.
Prospecting licence moratorium lifted
An eight-month moratorium on the granting of prospecting licences has been lifted in all provinces except Mpumulanga, Minerals and Resources minister Susan Shabangu says.
DMR cracks whip on wayward rights holders
From this week, non-compliant holders of prospecting rights will have their permits cancelled, says Mines Minister Susan Shabangu.
Tata lifts lid on expansion plans
Industrial conglomerate Tata Group will invest up to $27bn in the Indian market over the next five years and more than double its revenue to $150bn, says a top official.
Mines face shutdown over deaths – report
The National Union of Mineworkers may reportedly shut the mining sector down for a day to protest a recent surge in mining deaths.