Heraeus expects platinum price ‘correction’ in second half of the year

Refinery services provider Heraeus finds in its latest precious metals appraisal that the platinum price, which currently averages $1 341/oz, will correct over the second half of the year. The... 

Tiger Brands receives first supply from ‘Koo Baked Beans’ emerging farmers in Bronkhorstspruit

JSE-listed fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer Tiger Brands has, over the past few years, been investing in its farming value chain to get closer to the source where products are cultivated and... 

Report outlines six macro trends shaping African mining operational excellence

Africa’s mining sector is entering a new period of disruption where risk has become a defining force shaping strategy, investment and operational performance, says consultancy dss+ in a newly... 

Afarak sells Zeerust chrome mine for R40m

Specialist alloy producer Afarak Group has announced it will sell its Zeerust chrome mine and processing assets, as well as the Zeerust mining right, to Plantcor Mining and Plant Hire, which is a... 

Panel stresses importance of diversified supply chains

This is a pivotal moment in Africa’s journey, with the continent brimming with opportunity but also challenges. “By 2050, the African population will reach 2.6-billion, so how can we ensure that... 

Thungela maintains strong balance sheet despite softer coal prices

Ahead of releasing its interim results on August 18, JSE-listed coal miner Thungela Resources says the recent softer coal price environment has demonstrated the importance of operating a cost... 

Investors emphasise total returns as key consideration in mining

Ensuring a robust mining industry for the future requires careful capital allocation and adhering to high standards of operation, while consolidation may be the next phase for a sector grappling... 

Policy certainty, consistency key to unlocking African critical minerals investment

Amid global politisation of supply chains, increasing expectations of the mining industry and intensifying development imperatives in Africa, various African countries are gearing up policy to... 

Latest Heraeus appraisal confirms silver investment demand is surpassing that of gold

Refinery services provider Heraeus finds in its latest precious metals review that the gold price is showing signs of relaxation at $3 356/oz, having fallen by about 1.6% in the week to June 20.... 

Harmony to meet all production metrics for tenth consecutive year

JSE-listed Harmony Gold Mining confirms that it experienced a “landmark” 2025 financial year, which ends on June 30, underpinned by exceptional operating free cash flows and higher recovered... 

SA’s ongoing agri growth now hinges on market diversification

South Africa’s agriculture sector has come under increasing pressure to diversify into new markets amid turbulent world market dynamics driven by radical shifts in US trade policy. During a webinar... 

Goldstone confirms productivity uptick at Homase mine

Ahead of publishing its financial results for the year ended December 31 later this month, Aim-listed Goldstone Resources has confirmed that the Homase mine, in Ghana, maintains an average 48 000 t... 

Perseus adds mine investment veteran Rutherford to board as nonexecutive director

Africa-focused gold miner Perseus Mining has appointed James Rutherford to the board as nonexecutive independent director, with immediate effect. He brings to the board 25 years of experience in... 

Gemfields garners $31m from latest mixed-quality ruby auction

Aim-listed gemstone miner Gemfields has generated $31.7-million in revenue from a mixed-quality rough ruby auction held between June 2 and 13. The company managed to sell 78 of the 90 lots, or... 

Lotus nears hot commissioning of Kayelekera plant, opts for owner-operated model

Ahead of ASX-listed Lotus Resources restarting production at the Kayelekera uranium mine, in Malawi, the company has advanced with cold commissioning of the plant and is due to complete hot... 

Pensana inks offtake agreement with Toyota Tsusho for full initial production

London-listed rare earths developer Pensana has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Japanese multinational Toyota subsidiary Toyota Tsusho for the proposed offtake of up to 20 000 t/y... 

Eastplats advises of cybersecurity incident, confirms no disruption to operations

TSX- and JSE-listed Eastern Platinum (Eastplats) has advised shareholders of a cybersecurity incident affecting its internal IT systems. Eastplats took immediate containment measures to protect... 

Northam announces three new note issuances valued at R5.7bn

JSE-listed platinum group metals (PGMs) producer Northam Platinum Holdings has advised of a successful private placement of new domestic medium-term notes valued at R5.7-billion. The notes issue... 

Angola starts process to join WFDB

Angola has through its newly established Angola Diamond Exchange started the process of joining the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), which marks a significant milestone in the country’s... 

South Africa needs more junior miners – Junior Indaba speakers

With South Africa’s share of global exploration expenditure in mining having dropped below 1% in recent years, the longevity of this legacy industry in the country depends on encouraging more... 

VW prepares for third model production at Kariega

Automaker Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has entered the commissioning phase for production of a third model, called Tera, at its Kariega plant, in the Eastern Cape. The company advises that... 

Call for creation of replacement council once NLCC winds down

After two years of reforms driven through the National Logistics Crisis Committee (NLCC), Integrated Supply Chains executive consultant Ian Bird and various other stakeholders have advocated for a... 

Henkel, Sasol partnership delivers lower-carbon adhesives

Multinational adhesive, sealant and functional coatings manufacturer Henkel and petrochemicals company Sasol have formed a strategic partnership focused on reducing the environmental impact of... 

Gemfields maintains solid government contributions from its mines in Zambia, Moz

JSE- and Aim-listed Gemfields has confirmed again its “G-factor for natural resources” figures for the Kagem emerald and Montepuez ruby mines, which now stand at 20% and 25%, respectively, for the... 

Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 zooms in on shared prosperity, collaboration

Having set the theme for Africa’s largest mining conference as “Stronger together: progress through partnerships”, the organisers of the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 have emphasised how... 

Creecy confirms passenger rail request for information is imminent

As rail reforms continue to take shape in South Africa, particularly with Transnet having published a Network Statement paving the way for private operators in December last year, Transport... 

South Africa’s agriculture sector geared to respond to global risks

South Africa’s agriculture sector is no novice when it comes to global risk mitigation and adapting export procedures according to market standards, Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa... 

South Africa needs more junior miners, Junior Indaba speakers say

With South Africa’s share of global exploration expenditure in mining having dropped below 1% in recent years, the longevity of this legacy industry in the country depends on encouraging more... 

Harmony makes R18bn bid for another Australian copper asset

JSE-listed Harmony Gold Mining Company has entered into a binding agreement to acquire 100% ownership of MAC Copper for a total equity value of $1.03-billion, or $12.15 apiece. Harmony announced on... 

Heraeus sees sustained platinum demand in China

Refining services provider Heraeus Precious Metals finds in its latest appraisal publication that China’s platinum jewellery and investment demand is still at the forefront of market fundamentals.... 

Transnet ends long-drawn Sasol Oil dispute through R4.3bn settlement

Petrochemicals giant Sasol’s Oil division has confirmed it has reached an agreement with State-owned freight utility Transnet, which will make a net payment to Sasol Oil of R4.3-billion before June... 

Kumba chairs Northern Cape Mine Managers Association this year

Iron-ore mining company Kumba Iron Ore will chair and host the Northern Cape Mine Managers’ Association (NCMMA) for the next year. The chairpersonship allows Kumba to lead the association’s... 

Local, German expertise help fine-tune offerings

After nearly 40 years of investment in South African operations, German motor and gear unit manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE continues to expand its reach throughout South Africa and the rest of the... 

Consultant proffers organised council for logistics in South Africa

After two years of reforms driven through the National Logistics Crisis Committee (NLCC), Integrated Supply Chains executive consultant Ian Bird and various other stakeholders have advocated for a... 

Minerals Council says fiscus will require full potential of mining sector to be unlocked

Following government’s tabling of the third iteration of the 2025 National Budget on May 21, the Minerals Council South Africa says it once again shows that, in the absence of sustained higher... 

BMI expects iron-ore price to decline steadily over the next decade

Research agency BMI maintains that the iron-ore price will average $100/t this year, with expected subdued demand and weighed down prices as a result. Although iron-ore will remain supported by... 

Red Rocket starts operations at two 144 MW wind farms

Independent power producer Red Rocket has achieved commercial operation of the Rietkloof Wind Farm, on the border of the Western and Northern Cape provinces. Red Rocket was awarded two preferred... 

Eastplats records wider attributable loss as it develops underground operations

TSX-listed Eastern Platinum (Eastplats) has reported a 5.7% decrease in revenue to $14.8-million in the first quarter of the year, compared with revenue of $15.7-million having been reported in the... 

Pensana draws down first equity tranche funding from Angolan fund for Longonjo construction

After securing full financing of the Longonjo rare earths project, in Angola, London-listed Pensana has agreed the terms and timing for the deployment of the first $25-million equity tranche from... 

Ivanhoe upgrades mineral resource estimate for the Makoko District next to Kamoa-Kakula

TSX-listed Ivanhoe Mines has published an independently verified updated mineral resource estimate (MRE) for the Makoko District, which is within Ivanhoe’s Western Forelands Exploration project, in...