Cynthia Carroll
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Anglo American’s Mark Cutifani anticipates 20% returns after rejigging assets
The chief executive of Anglo American plans to double profitability in the company after shedding low-income operations.
De Beers diamond prices rise as Anglo chases targets
The diamond mining company, which saw returns of 10% return on capital, has been tasked by its parent company to deliver 15% by 2016.
Anglo American says copper unit operating ‘exceptionally well’
The mining giant is pleased with the performance of its copper operations but has maintained output forecasts for fear of setbacks.
Anglo American plunges into $1.5bn net loss in 2012
Miner Anglo American has posted an annual net loss of $1.49-billion after taking a $4.6-million hit on its iron ore project and platinum assets.
Amplats’ Carroll: Mining companies need more certainty
Anglo American Platinum outgoing head Cynthia Carroll has told the mining indaba delegation that South Africa was at a pivotal moment.
UK minister admonishes all-male boards of FTSE firms
British Business Secretary Vince Cable will write to the bosses of the eight companies in the FTSE 100 index that still have men-only boardrooms..
Carroll: Mine violence caused by legacy of apartheid
Violence witnessed in the mining sector this year stems from "underlying social problems that remain", says Anglo American’s CEO Cynthia Carroll.
Sacked in 2012
The past year has seen the axe fall on a number of controversial characters. The Mail & Guardian looks at 2012’s high-profile job losses.
Anglo’s hot seat up for grabs
But with so many risks beyond their control, the one question is, who would want to take up Cynthia Carroll’s position as Anglo American’s CEO?
Market responds positively to Carroll’s resignation
South Africa’s markets have welcomed news that Anglo American’s chief executive Cynthia Carroll has stepped down, with stock shooting up 1.8%.
Cynthia Carroll resigns as Anglo American CEO
Anglo American CEO Cynthia Carroll has resigned from the position, saying she felt it was the right time to step down.
Sick miner appeals to Anglo for help
Daniel Thakamakau, a South African miner who allegedly contracted TB after digging gold for Anglo American, has demanded compensation.
Oppenheimers leave the diamond race with $5bn sale
The Oppenheimer dynasty has ended by selling their 40% of De Beers to global miner Anglo American for $5.1-billion.
‘Read my lips, nationalisation doesn’t work’
Governments must steer clear of the "blind alleys" of nationalisation and excessive tax, Anglo American’s Cynthia Carroll said on Thursday.
Test case may cost mines billions
Anglo American plc has offered medical treatment to 14 former miners who have brought a test case against its South African subsidiary.