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.
Namibia plan ‘taken out of context’
Uranium explorer Extract Resources says it will seek clarity from the Namibia government on reports it plans to assign almost all mineral rights to a state-owned company.
State to appeal mining rights ruling
The state will appeal a judgment by the North Gauteng High Court that the holder of an expropriated older order mineral right has to be compensated.
Gold One gobbles up Rand Uranium
Gold One International says it has struck a $250m deal to take over Rand Uranium.
Aquarius hit by safety stoppages
Aquarius Platinum is the latest platinum company to report having its operations affected by a safety crackdown implemented by the department of mineral resources.
Froneman sets out Rand Uranium strategy
Gold One aims to more than double its gold output with the purchase of Rand Uranium, saying it will prioritise gold before developing any uranium assets.
Zimplats in final talks with state
Impala Platinum's Zimbabwe unit in two weeks expects to conclude talks with the government about its compliance with local ownership proposals, says its CEO.