Harmony gets nod for Wafi-Golpu
Harmony Gold has obtained approval to start developing its Wafi-Golpu gold project in Papua New Guinea.
Three miners die in separate incidents
Three mine workers have died in separate accidents in the past two days, says the National Union of Mineworkers.
Don’t trust gold shares
For many years - perhaps forever and currently too - investors have believed the prices of gold shares will outperform the gold price itself, even if the latter increases.
Ipsa scraps coal contract over IPP delays
Independent power plant developer Ipsa has scrapped a coal agreement due to delays in the implementation of independent power producer policies.
Cele: Police take part in illegal mining
Police members are involved in organised crime syndicates which orchestrate illegal mining, says national police commissioner General Bheki Cele.
Anglo Platinum continues to deliver
Anglo Platinum is the standout performer in the September quarter production update from Anglo American, as the group's turnaround under CEO Neville Nicolau continues.
Kumba plagued by problems
Kumba's output in the third quarter declined by 5% while export sales volumes fell 12%, dragged down by logistical problems.
Sandi Majali arrested
The South African Police Service have confirmed the arrest of controversial businessman Sandi Majali for the alleged hijacking of Kalahari Resources.
AngloPlat output jumps, warns on rand
Anglo Platinum posted an 11% rise in third-quarter production, but said the stronger rand may hurt its earnings.
DRDGOLD: time for ‘waffling’ to end
DRDGOLD CEO Niel Pretorius has given an impassioned but forthright assessment of how exorbitant costs, uncertainty and nationalisation talks are hurting SA's mining industry.