Xstrata cuts Glencore tie with new chair
Xstrata has distanced itself from potential merger partner Glencore by naming industry outsider John Bond as chairperson.
Shabangu responds to Fraser findings
Mines Minister Susan Shabangu has played down the Fraser Institute's negative appraisal of SA's mining dispensation, saying remedies are already being implemented.
The DMR alleges fraud in Quattro coal scheme
The department of mineral resources has changed the management of the Quattro coal export scheme, following fraud allegations.
Uranium One makes strong case for Mkuju
Uranium One has talked up the potential of takeover target Mantra Resources, saying the Tanzanian-focused group could significantly add to annual production.
Impala nibbles away at RBPlat
Royal Bafokeng Platinum has struck a deal through which Impala Platinum will mine part of its ground on a royalty basis, but CEO Steve Phiri remains tight-lipped on future corporate activity.
Sasol’s new mines bill tops R8bn
Sasol has budgeted R8bn in capital expenditure and says its mine replacement programme remains on track to deliver uninterrupted coal supplies to its synfuels division and exports.
The DMR shakes up coal exporters
The department of mineral resources has radically restructured the 4mt/year Quattro coal export scheme, replacing management ahead of announcing new allocations.
We want 60% of Anglo, says Malema
The ANC Youth League wants a piece of mining giant Anglo American - 60% to be precise.
Amsa deal unlikely to proceed, say Guptas
Brothers Ajay and Atul Gupta do not think the Ayigobi black empowerment deal with ArcelorMittal SA - of which they are beneficiaries - will go ahead.
Kenya, DRC to probe gold smuggling
Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo have formed a joint team to investigate gold smuggling from eastern Congo.