Gold set to extend gains, peak in 2011
Gold's record-breaking climb should continue for at least six months, corresponding to the planned duration of the USA's monetary stimulus, according to an analyst poll.
Zim grabs ‘blood diamond’ firm
Zimbabwe's government is taking over a joint mining venture after allegations its private partners are blood diamond dealers, says the chairperson of the country's diamond company.
Marange fuels cross border dealer hub
Zimbabwe's Marange diamond fields have sparked a cross border diamond smuggling hub stretching to the Mozambican town of Manica.
CoAL blames Mooiplaats woes on unclear laws
Coal of Africa says the majority of South African mines will be forced to close shop if environmental legislation is to be applied consistently.
Pan African shares surge
Pan African Resources hit a new 12-month high on the JSE on Friday following the announcement that the Phoenix platinum project should be in full production by the end of next year.
Gold edges towards $1,400
Gold hit another record around $1,394/oz before speculators cashed in, but an unpopular decision by the Federal Reserve could still spur buying.
Gold Fields looks for a uranium partner
Gold Fields wants to bring a strategic partner on board and tie up a supply offtake agreement before pushing the button on its proposed uranium project.
Eastplats subsidiary gets Mareesburg rights
Eastern Platinum says it has been granted a new order mining right for subsidiary Lion's Head Platinum's Mareesburg project.
Canada blocks BHP bid, stuns investors
Canada has blocked BHP Billiton's $39bn bid for Potash Corp, saying the deal would not benefit the nation.
What next for BHP after failed bid?
Q&A: What will BHP Billiton, sitting on an estimated $11bn warchest, do to chase growth after Canada blocked its $39bn bid for Potash Corp?