R4.2bn manganese smelter to boost Coega
The Coega Industrial Development Zone has received a major boost, with the announcement of a R4.2bn rand investment for the construction of a manganese smelter plant.
Vavi hits out at Zuma’s nephew
Cosatu head Zwelinzima Vavi has severely criticised President Jacob Zuma's nephew Khulubuse Zuma, co-owner of Aurora Mines, for donating election money to the ANC instead of paying his workers.
Amsa reports sharp profit drop
ArcelorMittal South Africa has reported a sharp drop in first-quarter profit, but says it expects improvement in the next three months.
Uranium One needs to find A$1bn
Uranium One has up to two years to raise A$1bn to buy Mantra Resources from its Russian parent ARMZ, and will then invest more than $430m to build a new uranium mine in Tanzania.
Hedge-free AngloGold sees cash coming in
AngloGold Ashanti is starting to benefit from the closure of its hedge book, while its production figures have stayed intact despite torrential rainfall.
Namibia gives clarity on mine permits
Namibia's mines minister has confirmed that a policy to grant future mining rights to a state-owned firm will not impact existing mining and exploration licences.
Implats, Angloplat in indigenisation talks
Angloplat and Implats are cooperating with Zimbabwe on proposals to sell majority shares in their local operations to locals, says a government minister.
DiamondCorp starts mining at Lace
DiamondCorp is mining a 30,000t bulk ore sample from its Lace mine in the Free State, after the new decline shaft intersected the kimberlite pipe at a depth of 260m.
Exxaro to sell coal properties for cash
Exxaro Resources wants cash for three Mpumalanga coal deposits, which it has decided are too small to be developed by the group.
IPO unlikely, says Namdeb
An initial public offering for Namdeb Diamond Corp is not on the cards, says the group's financial manager.