DMR blames fiscus for capacity ills
Parliament’s mining portfolio says it will summon Treasury to explain why the Department of Mineral Resources has not been given enough money to fill crucial vacancies.
Xstrata posts coal output record
Xstrata has posted record thermal coal production in the third quarter and a more than 7% rise in overall coal output, thanks to the start of operations at its Mangoola mine.
Gemfields goes big on emeralds
London-listed Gemfields is generating cash hand-over-fist and intends using its financial strength to gain greater control over the world's emerald business.
MPs seek clarity on BEE milestones
Parliament has asked the Chamber of Mines to explain how the industry’s assessment of BEE compliance differs so vastly from government’s conclusions.
Pallinghurst share price woes continue
The share prices of Pallinghurst and two of its key operating arms remain stubbornly depressed, forcing management into remedial actions like share buy-backs and additional listings.
Eastplats posts major output drop
Eastern Platinum has reported a 29% drop in third-quarter production at its flagship Crocodile River mine, due mainly to labour disruptions.
Merafe Q3 output down
Merafe Resources has reported a 18% drop in third quarter production as weaker markets and scheduled maintenance see the company operating at just above half its capacity.
Forbes Coal doubles export sales
Forbes Coal has a more than doubling of export sales in the second quarter of its financial year.
Rio Tinto approves $1.3bn for Simandou
Rio Tinto has approved an additional $1.3bn of funding for its Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, pressing ahead with plans that will see the first shipment of ore by mid-2015.
Ownership rule too stringent, says Tsvangirai
Zimbabwe's local ownership rules for foreign mining companies are too stringent, says Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai.