Zambia unions want Govt to run Glencore mine
Glencore is facing union opposition to its plan to cut jobs at its Zambian copper operation.
AMCU, Amplats disaffection rumbles on
Disaffection between AMCU and Amplats rumbled on after the union's president said it was not consulted about the proposed sale of platinum mines in Rustenburg.
Optimum strikes coal deal with Eskom
Optimum Coal Mine reached an interim agreement with Eskom to continue supplying its Hendrina power station whilst the mine was in business rescue.
Shabangu confident of wage settlement
Mines minister said highest ever wage demands were only the start of negotiations adding she was confident a settlement would be reached pleasing all sides.
Burkina Faso a stand-out gold hot spot
West Africa was a gold hot spot with Burkina Faso the stand-out district for new gold mines, said Brisbane gold developer, Orbis Gold.
Investigator to testify in Kebble case
An investigating officer will today give evidence in the trial of Brett Kebble murder accused Glenn Agliotti.
CoM reports progress in Ramatlhodi meeting
Talks to stem retrenchments in South Africa's mining sector and improve bureaucratic efficiencies were welcomed by the Chamber of Mines.
Anglo may sell $1.4bn Rustenburg mines
Anglo American could increase the value of its stock 13% were it to sell its $1.4bn Rustenburg platinum mines, according to a report by Deutsche Bank.
Anglo copper running “exceptionally well”
Anglo American's copper operations were performing well which could lead to it exceeding its 700,000 to 720,000 tonne annual forecast.
Strike at AngloGold’s Mali mines delayed
A strike at the Mali mines of AngloGold Ashanti over improved lay-off terms has been delayed while workers look towards more negotiations.