Anglo weighing counter offer for Macarthur
Anglo American is contemplating a bid for Australia's Macarthur Coal that will challenge US coal company Peabody Energy's earlier offer, according to a Bloomberg report.
Num rejects revised Implats pay offer
The National Union of Mineworkers says its members at Impala Platinum have refused a revised pay rise offer from the company and will refer the dispute to arbitration.
Kumba responds to Sishen right uncertainty
UPDATED: Kumba Iron Ore has drawn a line under any uncertainty over its 78.6% mining right in Sishen, arguing the right is secure in accordance with the MPRDA.
Harare ultimatum to foreign firms
Zimbabwe has given foreign companies a 14-day ultimatum to submit "acceptable' plans on transferring majority stakes to locals or risk losing permits.
Pan African to spin out Manica
Pan African Resources will list its Manica gold project separately to speed up development while it focusses on growing its core South African businesses.
Gold tops $1,850/oz
Gold has surged more than 1% to a record high above $1,850 an ounce, as investors reach for the safety of bullion amid a worsening economic outlook for the USA.
Num explains its nationalisation stance
The National Union of Mineworkers has reiterated its support for the nationalisation of mines, but says such a policy should be informed by the country’s developmental needs.
ANC charges Malema with sowing discord
THE African National Congress has charged controversial youth leader Julius Malema with "sowing divisions" in its ranks and bringing the party into disrepute.
Record profits for Gem Diamonds
Gem Diamonds earned record profits in the six months to end-June as prices for the top class diamonds it produces from the Letseng and Ellendale mines went through the roof.
Optimum Coal buys prospecting rights from BHP
Optimum Coal has bought two prospecting rights from BHP Billiton in a move to boost its portfolio.