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.
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.
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".
CoAL shares rocket on Vele go-ahead
Coal of Africa’s shares are surging after an announcement that it has been authorised to restart operations at Vele, its coal project close to Mapungubwe.
Vale’s Metorex quest likely to end
The chance of a bidding war breaking out for Metorex is doubtful, especially as Jinchuan has set down plans to further improve its R8.90 per share offer.
Major oil find off Namibian coast
Billions of barrels in oil reserves have been found off Namibia's coast, which could make the country a top producer.