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Petra may return dividends early

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Petra Diamonds would consider paying dividends early to shareholders, said the firm's CEO, Johan Dippenaar.

Lonmin worker shot dead

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A Lonmin worker was shot dead at the firm's Rowland shaft with agency reports saying it may have been a NUM shop steward.

Pressure heaped on Tsotsi as inquiry stalls

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Eskom's board is expected to recommend the removal of its chairman Zola Tsotsi amid a rejection of proposals for an inquiry into the utility's affairs.

Amara considers selling Baomahun

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Amara Mining would consider finding a partner or selling its Baomanun project in Sierra Leone in order to finance its lower cost Yaoure project in Ivory Coast.

Rio Tinto not admitted corruption in Guinea, Mozambique

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RIO Tinto had not admitted it was guilty of corruption in respect of investigations currently underway into its past dealings in Guinea and Mozambique. "I...

AngloGold’s Mboweni critical of labour

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AngloGold Ashanti chairperson, Tito Mboweni, has been critical of South Africa's labour relations history saying it was involved destructive behaviour.

Eastplats aims to secure $100m debt facility

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Eastern Platinum has signed a mandate letter with two financial institutions to arrange and underwrite a $100m corporate debt facility.

Lonmin fails to strike deal with Amcu

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Lonmin said it had failed to reach a deal with AMCU on a recognition agreement and as no talks were scheduled for today, the way is paved for strike action.

Rwanda expects to double mining revenue

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A new mining tax due to be implemented next year would help Rwanda to a doubling of revenue from mining activities.

Glencore lifts half-year copper output 13%

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Glencore said copper production increased 13% to 741,000 tonnes in the half-year owing to the ramp-up of its Mutanda operation in the DRC.