Chamber dismisses beneficiation plan
Minerals are beneficiated close to export markets, not in their country of origin, says new Chamber of Mines president Xolani Mkhwanazi.
State steps in as Wesizwe axes execs
The department of mineral resources has intervened after Wesizwe Platinum's new majority shareholder instituted a purge of the junior miner's executives.
New Vale CEO sets out priorities
The incoming CEO of Vale has promised to maintain the company's booming growth while improving the frayed ties with Brazil's government leaders that forced the ouster of his predecessor.
Union’s internal strife halts Lonmin mine
Lonmin says a dispute among officials of the National Union of Mineworkers has resulted in an unprotected strike at the group's Marikana operations.
Jubilee admits buyout talks
Shares in Jubilee Platinum have soared, following an announcement that the group is in discussions with a possible suitor.
Exxaro seeks bid for zinc assets
Exxaro has invited bids for its stake in a zinc and lead mine in Namibia and ownership of a refinery in SA in a move to exit the zinc business, says an official.
China tightens rare earths grip
China has further strengthened its hold on the rare earths market, raising taxes on the minerals and banning new projects to produce the metals via separation.
Central Rand Gold goes back to basics
Central Rand Gold is experimenting with conventional mining methods in its workings beneath Johannesburg, after insisting until now that mechanised mining is the way to go.
Gold Fields maintains production outlook
Gold production from Gold Fields shows the traditional drop for the March quarter, but the group is maintaining its forecast for 2011.
SA to start nuclear bidding in 2012
SA needs to start the procurement for its planned nuclear plants next year so it can commission the first 1,600 MW power station by 2023, says a government official.