Harmony Gold Q1 jumps three-fold
Harmony Gold has posted a more than three-fold increase in quarterly earnings, beating expectations on bullion's record run.
Anvil bid hits Gecamines snag
A $1.3bn bid by Minmetals Resources for Anvil Mining, the Congo copper producer, hit an unforseen bid when the Congolese government suggested a contract review might be necessary.
Fury over Medupi delay
A 10-month delay in commissioning Medupi’s first generating unit will cause huge electricity and financial problems for the country's mining industry.
Chile warns Anglo to honour Codelco option
Chile has cautioned Anglo American that the company must honour Codelco's option to buy a 49% stake in key properties in Chile, which is seen bruising a surprised Anglo.
Sentula in new BEE talks
Sentula says it has started discussions on a proposed broad-based black economic empowerment transaction.
Making mining pay
The debate on mining providing wealth for future generations is clouded by the political pressure to make mining pay, rather than first growing it as an industry.
Aquarius Platinum swings to quarterly net loss
Aquarius Platinum has swung to a quarterly net loss due to adverse foreign exchange moves and lower precious metal production as a result of operational problems.
Anglo weighs major Australian coal expansion
Anglo American is mulling a $10bn to $15bn expansion of its coal operations in Australia's Queensland state despite plans for "unfair" taxes on miners.
Kalahari sees CGNPC bidding for Extract
Kalahari Minerals, major shareholder in uranium developer Extract Resources, expects its Chinese suitor would eventually make a takeover offer for Extract.
New MPRDA to cater for rights split
UPDATED: The amended Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act will make provision for the partitioning of mineral rights, says Mines Minister Susan Shabangu.