DMR manpower constraints just part of problem
Laudably, the mineral resources department acknowledged its capacity issues, but observers say manpower is only part of the regulator's problems.
Gemfields may seek ‘regional’ gem auction
Gemfields shareholder Pallinghurst Resources said the company could hold a single auction of emeralds mixed with rubies mined in Mozambique.
Govt steadfast on MPRDA as CoM pulls levers
The Chamber of Mines is hoping it can influence yet the outcome of the MPRDA amendment bill but legal sources say the South African government is not budging.
Davis raises $1bn for Xstrata re-boot, X2
Mick Davis has unveiled investment worth $1bn for his X2 Resources in which Noble Group and TPG Investments will become partners.
VMR looks to Tau Lekoa to restore fortunes
Tau Lekoa could double Village Main Reef's cash holdings at the half-year stage at current prices - a much needed fillip for a group that saw cash decline R95m.
Kumba, AMSA resume iron ore supply talks
Love is in the air for Kumba Iron Ore and ArcelorMittal SA who have, for the moment, put aside arbitration in favour of face-to-face iron ore supply talks.
Embattled Trans Hex backed by shareholders
Trans Hex has certainly suffered the effects of a torturously slow regulatory process on its Namaqualand diamond deal but the stock is a keeper, say shareholders.
Mining bosses trim pay but debate not settled
Executives are seeking new ways to align their interests with shareholders taking a haircut in bonuses, salary or opting for shares. But there are no easy answers.
Merafe sticking by guns on dividend
Merafe Resources says sceptics who doubt its ability to become a yield company under-estimate its cash flow generating abilities.
Cheerless gold sector lifted by Congo’s Kibali
There hasn't been much to celebate in the global gold sector so the early start-up of Kibali by Randgold and AngloGold has been embraced by analysts.