Gold headed for $2,400, say experts
Gold is headed for $2,400, according to gold analyst Martin Murenbeeld, while Paul Walker reports from Chennai that Indians are buying the metal like there's no tomorrow.
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.
Shabangu calls for more women executives
More women are needed in top positions in the mining industry, says Minerals Minister Susan Shabangu.
Gold a bubble that may deflate, says analyst
Record gold prices may be heading for a correction of about 8 % next month, but the safe-haven metal may also rally to $2,400 an ounce next year, says an analyst.
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.
Optimum Coal buys prospecting rights from BHP
Optimum Coal has bought two prospecting rights from BHP Billiton in a move to boost its portfolio.
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.
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.
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.