Russian firms to invest in SA rare metals
Two Russian firms have reportedly agreed to participate in government's planned R15bn rare metals processing complex.
Vale makes takeover offer for Metorex
Brazil's Vale, the world's largest producer of iron ore, has made an offer to acquire Metorex for R7.5bn, the two companies said.
Rio wins control of Riversdale
Rio Tinto has gained control of Riversdale with a $4bn offer, allowing it to dicate development of its coal mines in Mozambique.
Zim mining body offers equity compromise
Zimbabwe's mining industry has proposed that "social investments" count towards meeting new economic empowerment regulations for foreign mining firms.
Gold Fields output disappoints
Gold Fields has blamed its lower quarterly production on the Christmas break.
Govt plans to profit from rare metals
Government reportedly plans to establish a R15bn plant to process rare metals, which are used in cell phones, flat-screen TVs and microwaves.
Aurora to appear before MPs
Liquidator Enver Motala says he and Aurora will give parliament's mineral resources committee an overview of what is happening with Pamodzi's gold mines.
Keaton’s Eskom contract extended
Coal exploration and development company Keaton Energy says its contract with power utility Eskom had been extended.
Harmony says bond could help fund Wafi-Golpu
Harmony says a bond issue is an option to finance development of its project in Papua New Guinea.
Acid water blamed on mine liquidators
Liquidators of two mines on the East Rand have fought back after being accused of contributing to environmental damage.