Germany to block BHP, Rio Tinto JV
The German Federal Cartel Office intends to prohibit BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto's proposed iron ore production joint venture in Western Australia.
Gold One makes strong case for Megamine
Gold One International has talked up the potential of its soon-to-be-offloaded Megamine prospecting project, saying data has confirmed the existence of a significant mining target.
Implats bid R20bn for BRPM
UPDATED: Implats offered to buy the Bafokeng Rasimone Platinum Mine for almost R20bn before the deal was scuppered by AngloPlat, says a Royal Bafokeng executive.
Rio expects demand for African copper to rise
Africa has the potential to play a significant part in satisfying what is expected to be strong medium-term growth in global copper demand, Rio Tinto said.
Gold One offloads Megamine in White Water
Gold One International has confirmed it is to proceed with spin-off plans for Megamine through a reverse acquisition of White Water Resources.
More coal for Eskom’s Majuba power station
Transnet Freight Rail's transportation of domestic coal from mines in the Mpumalanga province to Eskom's Majuba Power Station has grown by 36% from last year's throughput of 5.8 million tons, it said.
Demand for Kruger rands soars
Alan Demby, executive chairman of the SA Gold Coin Exchange, said the record high dollar gold price has increasead demand for Kruger rands which have soared to all-time highs over the past few days.
Gold price to consolidate, for now
Gold prices have edged lower, pressured by a rebound in the dollar, and may enter a phase of consolidation after a record-breaking rally.
RBH flays AngloPlat for vetoing deal
Royal Bafokeng Holdings has sharply criticised AngloPlat for blocking the sale of Bafokeng Rasimone Platinum Mine, saying the major's conduct is indicative of a "tick the box" compliance mentality.
Forsaken mines to receive R40bn repair
Rehabilitating South Africa's 6 000 derelict and ownerless mines will take 28 years to complete at a cost of R40bn, parliament hears.