Rio, Billiton JV plans large KZN plant
The Rio Tinto-BHP Billiton joint venture, Richards Bay Minerals, plans to build a large plant with operations expected to start in 2016
Harare pushes ahead with nationalisation
The Zimbabwean government is to set up a sovereign wealth fund to take ownership of 51% of mining companies, a minister says.
India’s Essar to invest $750m in Zisco
India's Essar Africa will inject an initial $750m to restart production at Zimbabwe's state steel firm Zisco.
Tsvangirai denies nationalisation of mines
Zimbabwe's Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai has ruled out President Robert Mugabe's plans to nationalise foreign-owned mines.
Wesizwe’s Chinese deal goes ahead
Wesizwe Platinum shareholders have finally approved the R6.6bn deal through which Chinese investors will fund construction of the company's platinum mine near Rustenburg.
MTN’s Nhleko to join Anglo board
Anglo American has appointed Phuthuma Nhleko to its board as a non-executive director with immediate effect, says the company.
A tale of two gold juniors
Simmer & Jack has become a dog while Pan African Resources' future looks bright, developing into an exciting growth story.
Xstrata cuts Glencore tie with new chair
Xstrata has distanced itself from potential merger partner Glencore by naming industry outsider John Bond as chairperson.
Shabangu responds to Fraser findings
Mines Minister Susan Shabangu has played down the Fraser Institute's negative appraisal of SA's mining dispensation, saying remedies are already being implemented.
The DMR alleges fraud in Quattro coal scheme
The department of mineral resources has changed the management of the Quattro coal export scheme, following fraud allegations.