BHP’s tender offer to acquire Petrohawk completed
BHP Billiton has advised that all conditions to acquire the outstanding shares of Petrohawk Energy Corporation for $38.75 per share have been satisfied.
Gold headed for $2,400, say experts
Gold is headed for $2,400, according to gold analyst Martin Murenbeeld, while Paul Walker reports from Chennai that Indians are buying the metal like there's no tomorrow.
Shabangu calls for more women executives
More women are needed in top positions in the mining industry, says Minerals Minister Susan Shabangu.
Gold a bubble that may deflate, says analyst
Record gold prices may be heading for a correction of about 8 % next month, but the safe-haven metal may also rally to $2,400 an ounce next year, says an analyst.
Anglo weighing counter offer for Macarthur
Anglo American is contemplating a bid for Australia's Macarthur Coal that will challenge US coal company Peabody Energy's earlier offer, according to a Bloomberg report.
Optimum Coal buys prospecting rights from BHP
Optimum Coal has bought two prospecting rights from BHP Billiton in a move to boost its portfolio.
Record profits for Gem Diamonds
Gem Diamonds earned record profits in the six months to end-June as prices for the top class diamonds it produces from the Letseng and Ellendale mines went through the roof.
Harare ultimatum to foreign firms
Zimbabwe has given foreign companies a 14-day ultimatum to submit "acceptable' plans on transferring majority stakes to locals or risk losing permits.
Num explains its nationalisation stance
The National Union of Mineworkers has reiterated its support for the nationalisation of mines, but says such a policy should be informed by the country’s developmental needs.
Kumba responds to Sishen right uncertainty
UPDATED: Kumba Iron Ore has drawn a line under any uncertainty over its 78.6% mining right in Sishen, arguing the right is secure in accordance with the MPRDA.