High metal prices to boost AngloPlat earnings
Anglo Platinum, the world's largest platinum producer, says it expects to report increased first half earnings on the back of higher metal prices.
Ramaphosa takes seat at Lonmin board
Cyril Ramaphosa was appointed to Lonmin's board after a deal, in which Ramaphosa's Shanduka Resources bought a stake in Incwala Resources, was consummated.
Burnstone plant start up delayed by 2 weeks
Great Basin Gold, the international mining company developing a gold mine on the Witwatersrand, says the start up of its Burnstone metallurgical plant will be delayed by two weeks.
Alrosa underpins positive diamond sentiment
Major Russian diamond producer Alrosa is upbeat on medium-term prospects for the rough diamond market but there are short-term worries over price volatility and the situation at Marange in Zimbabwe.
Iron ore dispute gains momentum
Legal teams representing Kumba Iron Ore, ArcelorMittal SA and Imperial Crown Trading are to meet as the parties settle down to an expected war of attrition.
Rio to sell Chapudi coal project
Resources giant Rio Tinto has reportedly put its Chapudi coal exploration assets in South Africa up for sale.
More options on gold being offered
Gold bulls are being offered more long-shot investment options following the pioneering work of Wits Gold in exploring the unmined, deep-level resources left on the Witwatersrand.
Japan’s Itochu takes 10.3pct stake in Extract
Extract Resources, the Australian mining company focused on developing uranium projects in Namibia, says Japan's Itochu Corporation had agreed to acquire a 10.3% stake in its business.
Highveld confirms name change to Evraz Highveld
Highveld Steel and Vanadium, South Africa's second-largest steel producer, on Friday said it would trade under its new name Evraz Highveld Steel and Vanadium (EHS) from Monday July 19.