Resource nationalism the ‘biggest risk’
Resource nationalism is the biggest threat facing the mining sector this year and next as governments seek to take advantage of higher commodity prices, says Ernst & Young.
Hawks target ICT powerbroker
The power-broker behind the Imperial Crown Trading led consortium - that could turn a number of partners into multimillionaires - has reason to sweat.
De Beers, Num sign deal to end strike
Diamond producer De Beers has signed a two-year wage deal with the National Union of Mineworkers, ending a 14-day strike.
Jubilee Platinum upbeat on Tjate results
Jubilee Platinum has reported excellent flotation recoveries from its Tjate project, but the concentrates produced can only be smelted using the company's ConRoast technology.
BHP to appeal power rates judgment
BHP Billiton will apply for leave to appeal against a judgment ordering it and Eskom to disclose the power price agreements of BHP’s aluminium smelters.
Court orders release of Eskom/BHP prices
UPDATED: A judge has ordered state utility Eskom to release details of an undisclosed pricing deal with mining giant BHP Billiton.
Exxaro sees significant HEPS increase
Diversified miner Exxaro says it expects to report a rise in first-half headline earnings per share, boosted by a good performance at its coal business.
Rio’s Albanese ‘realistic’ about Africa
CEO of the $127bn mining group says it serves to be realistic about where it can invest and that resource nationalism will be a challenge for 'years to come'.
Rio Tinto misses target, expands buyback
Global miner Rio Tinto has reported a 35% jump in first-half profit, but missed market expectations.
Cosatu: nationalisation is a given
Nationalisation is going to happen; it is just the manner in which it will be implemented that needs to be decided, says the Congress of SA Trade Unions.