What’s Samda playing at?
Samda has recently got right up the noses of both the Chamber of Mines and the department of mineral resources for its stance on nationalisation and empowerment.
Rio Tinto in overdrive on commodities surge
Rio Tinto has maintained its 2010 production guidance for iron ore, and says it is driving all its divisions near or above capacity to cash in on strong mineral prices.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Export price declines may sharpen coal shares
Despite perennial problems, coal mines can be great investments - if you get them at a decent price.
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.