Namibia makes u-turn on mining taxes
The Namibian government has backed down from far-reaching mining tax proposals, saying it will meet revenue targets when the industry is allowed to flourish.
Kumba justifies claiming it all
Kumba Iron Ore has offered some detail to its arguments as to why it shouldn’t be compelled to supply iron ore to ArcelorMittal SA, or anybody else, at a discount.
Zimbabwe approves mineral exploration body
Zimbabwe's Cabinet has approved the draft framework for establishing a company to spearhead exploration of minerals throughout the country, according to a report.
RBPlat strikes landmark wage deal
Royal Bafokeng Platinum CEO Steve Phiri is describing the wage deal struck with the National Union of Mineworkers as "landmark" because it links pay to performance
targets.
Kumba lets fly at ICT testimony
Kumba Iron Ore has laid into allegations that it had deliberately sabotaged ICT's application for a 21.4% prospecting right in Sishen mine to make the submission appear fraudulent.
Jinchuan lays out strategy for Metorex
Chinese resource heavyweight Jinchuan intends using Metorex as a strategic platform for further developments in Africa and wants to keep the present management on board.
Amsa fires first in court showdown
Senior Council for ArcelorMittal argue mining law does not allow for fractional mining permits in a court showdown that is crucial in the security of tenure debate in South African mining.
Eskom execs get packet
ESKOM's two executive directors received R3.54m in bonus payouts in the past year in addition to normal salaries.
Anooraq disappoints yet again
The sooner Anooraq Resources sorts out its future with Anglo American Platinum the better as the company's share price remains depressed because of its grim financial situation.
Impala ups wage offer
The National Union of Mineworkers says Impala Platinum (Implats) has improved its wage offer in a bid to avert a strike.