Friedland facing interruption to Platreef
Robert Friedland's Ivanhoe Mines might face an objection from communities in the Mokopane region who claim not to have been consulted over the Platreef mine.
EFF to launch targeted campaign of shutdowns
The Economic Freedom Fighters said it would launch a campaign of targeted shutdowns if certain institutions failed to meet its 30-day ultimatum.
IMF raises growth forecast for Congo
The International Monetary Fund said the Democratic Republic of Congo's economy would grow at a faster than anticipated rate owing to higher copper output.
Petmin settles Somkhele wage strike
Petmin said workers at its Somkhele anthracite mine and processing facilities would return to work on October 28 after agreeing a new, two-year wage deal.
BHP to focus on iron ore, coal, copper …
BHP Billiton identifies assets that it wants to develop leaving its nickel, manganese and aluminium assets potentially out in the cold.
Glencore cuts job losses at Optimum
Glencore reduced the number of job losses at its Optimum mine to 380 employees after initially estimating 1,000 positions were at risk.
Anglo prepared to be opportunistic
Anglo American CEO, Mark Cutifani, said his company was prepared to be opportunistic in assessing potential acqusitions despite the commodity price slump.
Kumba, Anglo, Lonmin shredded as worries grow
Shares in Kumba Iron Ore were 6.54% lower in Johannesburg yesterday taking the Anglo American listed subsidiary's losses to nearly 22% in a week.
Rockwell benefits from better gems
First quarter revenue increased 31% for Rockwell Diamonds which sold better quality gems into the market.
First Quantum closes Kansanshi contract
Toronto-listed First Quantum Minerals said up to 250 workers at its Kansanshi copper mine in Zambia would be affected after it terminated a contract.