Eskom calls on users to cut 10% of power
Eskom has called on its major industrial users to cut consumption 10% in a renewed emergency protocol and did not discount load-shedding.
MPRDA changes may be after elections
Proposed amendments to the MPRDA may have to wait until after the elections, said Faith Bikani who chairs parliament's minerals portfolio committee.
Bodies of illegal miners found in Benoni
Two illegal miners were found dead at the property of Benoni Gold Mining Company whilst a further three emerged at another mine 3km away.
Zim shortlists refinery construction firms
Zimbabwe had short-listed two companies to build a platinum refinery in the country, said mines minister Walter Chidakwa.
BHP ups half-year earnings a surprise 31%
BHP Billiton delivered much-promised earnings for the half year taking the stock to a one year high. The performance was related to its iron ore production.
Mboweni won’t hazard attempt on cabinet seat
The resignation of Tito Mboweni from AngloGold Ashanti was to refocus his attentions on his portfolio of business interests.
AMCU leaders to huddle as pressure rises
Leaders of the Association of Mineworkers & Construction Union will consult today on "the way forward" as members head for their second month without salaries.
Rescue halted as miners fear arrest
Illegal miners are refusing to be rescued following the collapse of the gold mine shaft they had occupied because they fear arrest.
Amara considers selling Baomahun
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.
Amplats’ Rustenburg mines not core
The Rustenburg mines of Anglo American Platinum could no longer be considered core to the group owing to their high cost, said Anglo American CEO, Mark Cutifani.