Wescoal suffered ‘relentless campaign’
Coal producer Wescoal successfully had orders for its liquidation set aside after the High Court found the company had faced a 'relentless campaign' from Sutha Civils and BSM Mining.
Glencore snaps up Rosh Pinah
Glencore International has taken its stake to Rosh Pinah, a zinc producer, to just over 80% after buying shares held by Exxaro Resources and other minorities.
Congo elections ‘flawed’, says US envoy
Congo's elections, won by incumbent President Joseph Kabila according to provisional results, were seriously flawed, the US ambassador to the central African country said on Wednesday.
ICT likely to lose SIOC right: analyst
An analyst told Bloomberg News Imperial Crown Trading was likely to come off second best when the High Court sits tomorrow on a mineral prospecting dispute.
Solidarity seals wage deal with Lonmin
Trade union Solidarity says it has reached a two-year wage agreement with platinum miner Lonmin that will see its members get pay rises of up to 8%.
Keaton given nod for Leeuw Mining takeover
Keaton Energy Holdings says the Minister of Mineral Resources has consented to a change in control of Leeuw Mining and Exploration.
Zimbabwe ultimatum for Caledonia
Sources within the Zimbabwe government say Caledonia Mining Corporation may be used "as an example" to companies "still unwilling to commit to (indigenisation) legislation".
Universal Coal pitches for Eskom business
Universal Coal is in discussions with Eskom to supply the Kusile power station from its planned Kangala mine, despite the fact Anglo American holds that contract.
Harmony halts Hidden Valley JV operations
Harmony Gold Mining says it has halted operations at its Hidden Valley joint venture operation in Papua New Guinea following an earthquake.
Zambia miners seek independent tax audit
Mining companies operating in Zambia want the government to appoint independent international auditors to verify whether they are paying all the taxes due.