Diamond prices return to pre-crisis levels
Diamond prices are now above pre-crisis levels after a 35% to 40% rise so far this year, helped by increased scarcity and an emerging role as an investment.
Auryx wins Namibia prospect licences
Gold exploration company Auryx Gold said it has been awarded five new prospecting licenses in Namibia.
Unions declare dispute in coal sector
A dispute over wage increases may see the crucial coal sector grind to a halt if unions embark on industrial action.
Gold One’s output ‘safeguards’ Chinese deal
Gold One International has declared better than forecast production, staying on track to avoid invoking a "claw back" clause in its transaction with a Chinese consortium.
Exports boost Kumba earnings
Kumba Iron Ore says it expects a rise in first-half earnings, lifted by higher iron ore export prices.
Gold One exceeds production target
Gold One International has exceeded its gold production guidance of 28,000 ounces for the June-quarter as the ramp up of Modder East continues.
Wescoal to oppose liquidation application
Wescoal Holdings says it will oppose an application to liquidate its subsidiary, Wescoal Mining.
Court postpones Aurora liquidation case
Trade union Solidarity says the postponement of Aurora's liquidation case is a "slap in the face for employees".
State ‘can’t refuse’ manual rights submissions
A legal expert disputes whether the state has the right to accept online mineral rights applications only, saying the law also provides for manual and postal submissions.
Lonmin ‘set’ for 950,000 oz target
All is in place to achieve an output target of 950,000 ounces by 2015, says platinum producer Lonmin.