The National Union of Mineworkers said on Friday it expected to hold fresh pay talks with Lonmin, the world’s third-largest platinum producer.

Sanlam, South Africa’s largest insurer, objected on Friday to a proposed R9,1-billion empowerment deal by ArcelorMittal.

Eskom has increased a disputed wage offer to workers in a move that may end a deadlock and avoid a potential strike.

Electricity workers gave mediators three more days on Friday to resolve a pay dispute with employers and avert power cuts during the World Cup.