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latest news & developmentsAfrica: The only continent in all four hemispheres; global role still undecided
Its cities are expected to absorb hundreds of millions of new residents in the coming decades, making urban governance, infrastructure planning and service delivery central to…
UN report: Africa’s transition minerals key to global clean energy future
Without responsible governance, the rush for minerals risks environmental harm, social disruption and lost economic opportunity
SA’s gas expansion: Women demand people-first energy policy
Women activists are pushing for an inclusive energy policy in South Africa, challenging the government’s gas plans and advocating for renewables
Anglo boss says demerging of assets is not in response to BHP bid
The demergers of Anglo Platinum and De Beers could lead to mine workers losing jobs, Duncan Wanblad said This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your…
Platinum to Bitcoin: Shifting investment paradigms in South Africa’s economy
As individuals learn how to trade crypto, they are drawn by the promise of high returns, despite the volatility associated with these digital assets
Although a great acquisition, Royal Bafokeng won’t shield Impala from global headwinds, say experts
Platinum mining companies forecast a deficit in demand for the metal over the next few years
Mining output continues to be bruised by electricity blackouts
Production declined for the 12th consecutive month in January, the largest negative contributors being platinum group metals and diamonds
Mining indaba: Ten years after Marikana massacre, Anglo American step into ‘delicate’ wage negotiations
Platinum, new innovation, wage talks and Ramaphosa. A lot is happening in the mining world
Putin’s war in Ukraine enriches some Africans
Miners of rare metals will score but the soaring oil price will result in various cost-of-living increases
2022: A return to normality or more economic uncertainty?
Covid-19 cast the economy adrift, but a less punishing new phase of the pandemic could set it back on track
Impala Platinum re-enters Royal Bafokeng Platinum buyout bid
The announcement comes just weeks after competitor Northam inked a deal to acquire up to 33.3% of Royal Bafokeng Platinum
Diversified Royal Bafokeng keeps its platinum roots
The investment company has insulated its shareholders against the resource’s price swings while looking towards a more sustainable future
Platinum records for South African mines
The miners are in a comfortable position as the world creeps towards a lower-carbon future
The battle for 2050 energy dominance: Nuclear industry makes its pitch
Nuclear sector says it should be poised to take up more than 50% of the 24GW left vacant by coal
South Africa has huge ‘green fuels’ potential. But it needs to act now
South Africa needs to seriously start thinking about shifting its energy focus. This is for two reasons. The first is that the country’s important exports — coal and platinum —…