First weekly gold decline in three months
Gold has recorded its first weekly decline in nearly three months, with investors keeping an eye on any statements from the G20 meeting.
ICT, state miner in Vaal licence swoop
Imperial Crown Trading and state-owned African Exploration, Mining and Finance Corporation have acquired several prospecting licences along the banks of the Vaal River.
Sandi Majali granted bail
UPDATED: Alleged corporate hijacker Sandile Majali has been released on bail after an urgent application was lodged in the Johannesburg High Court, says his lawyer.
Three miners die in separate incidents
Three mine workers have died in separate accidents in the past two days, says the National Union of Mineworkers.
Lower earnings for SA gold mines
September quarter results from the main South African gold producers will be down on levels reported for the June quarter, because of cost increases and the impact of the strong rand.
Ipsa scraps coal contract over IPP delays
Independent power plant developer Ipsa has scrapped a coal agreement due to delays in the implementation of independent power producer policies.
Harmony gets nod for Wafi-Golpu
Harmony Gold has obtained approval to start developing its Wafi-Golpu gold project in Papua New Guinea.
Don’t trust gold shares
For many years - perhaps forever and currently too - investors have believed the prices of gold shares will outperform the gold price itself, even if the latter increases.
Mine water report kept under wraps
A government-appointed team of experts has completed a report on acid mine drainage, but the document will not be made public yet, officials say.
Anglo Platinum continues to deliver
Anglo Platinum is the standout performer in the September quarter production update from Anglo American, as the group's turnaround under CEO Neville Nicolau continues.