Aquarius confirms Mimosa’s plan rejected
Aquarius Platinum says its proposed plan for the indigenisation of Zimbabwean subsidiary, Mimosa, has been rejected by authorities.
Gold soars to near $1,900/oz
Spot gold has surged more than 1% to a third consecutive all-time high, as investors flee to the safety of bullion amid fears of another US recession and the euro zone's debt crisis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Num rejects revised Implats pay offer
The National Union of Mineworkers says its members at Impala Platinum have refused a revised pay rise offer from the company and will refer the dispute to arbitration.
Optimum Coal buys prospecting rights from BHP
Optimum Coal has bought two prospecting rights from BHP Billiton in a move to boost its portfolio.
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.