Paul Burkhardt

The energy regulator has rejected Eskom’s application to raise its electricity prices further this year.

Treasury will consider partnerships with the private sector to extend some of SA’s infrastructure build despite it being politically impossible.

The chemicals giant expects synfuel production for the year to fall in the upper end of the target range as it progresses a number of investments.

The mineral resources minister says parties are close to finding a solution to the platinum mining strike, although critics are skeptical of this.

Meetings have resumed between Amcu and major platinum mines, but analysts are divided about whether an end to the three-month strike is in sight.

While continued strikes in the platinum belt are costing the mines, the toll on the country is in fact higher says the Chamber of Mines.

Government-led talks between major platinum mines and dominant union Amcu have resumed in Pretoria as the strike enters its third day.

Eskom, which produces 95% of South Africa’s electricity, will look to sell more debt as its projects to build more capacity remain on schedule.

Mining union Amcu will meet with its members this week to decide whether to down tools at Anglo, Implats and Lonmin mines.

Global metals producer Glencore Xstrata is set to draw strong demand for its stock from South African investors, says Investec Asset Management.