Optimum buys rights to bulk-up Koornfontein
Optimum Coal says it has bought two prospecting rights in close proximity to its Koornfontein operations, envisaged to extend Koornfontein’s lifespan by 12 years.
Glencore targets $11bn, draws key investors
UPDATED: Glencore has kept a lid on its aspirations for a much-hyped market debut, targeting proceeds of $11bn after securing record commitments from investors led by Abu Dhabi.
Glencore prospectus set to reveal CEO billions
Glencore is to make known how much CEO Ivan Glasenberg, probably South Africa's richest person, and other top managers stand to gain from one of Europe's largest market debuts.
Amsa leaves steel prices unchanged
ArcelorMittal SA says it will leave prices for its products flat this month, but raise some of them in June.
AngloGold sees steep earnings increase
AngloGold Ashanti says it expects first-quarter earnings to triple, following the elimination of its hedge book.
Gordhan bets on mining for job creation
Mining and agriculture have the potential of creating many jobs, says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Mines department toothless, says union
The National Union of Mineworkers says it has "serious concerns" about the department of mineral resources' ability to regulate the mining industry.
Mineworkers to down tools over safety
THE National Union of Mineworkers will hold a one-day protest over safety in the North-West this weekend, followed by a national day-long strike later this year.
Zambia aims to double copper output
Copper output in Zambia will rise to 2 million tonnes by 2015 from around 900,000 tonnes this year as new mines open and others are expanded, says the country's finance minister.
Rio seeks to delist Riversdale
Rio Tinto proposes to delist Riversdale Mining after gaining control of more than 73% of the firm.