Govt seeks discount ore deal for steel firms
Government is pursuing a deal with domestic steel and iron industries that will allow steel firms to source iron ore from Kumba at a discount, subject to a steel pricing agreement.
Kumba dampens cheap iron ore hopes
Kumba Iron Ore says it will not enter into a state-initiated discount iron ore agreement before its disputes over prospecting rights in Sishen Iron Ore are resolved.
Exxaro eyes iron ore investment
Exxaro Resources says it aims to diversify from coal and wants to add iron ore to its portfolio.
Minas Rio on track, says Carroll
Anglo American CEO Cynthia Carroll told says the group's key Minas Rio iron ore project in Brazil is moving full steam ahead, following repeated delays and cost overruns.
Murray & Roberts to sell off steel unit
Construction group Murray & Roberts Holdings says it will close or dispose of underperforming units within its steel business.
Merafe sees strong growth in stainless steel
Merafe says its medium to long-term growth forecast for stainless steel remains strong, with production expected to reach record levels this year.
Supply fears hurt Amsa sales
ArcelorMittal SA CEO Nonkululeko Nyembezi-Heita says jitters over the stability of iron ore supply may have prompted the group's South African customers to source steel from abroad.
Sandi Majali granted bail
UPDATED: Alleged corporate hijacker Sandile Majali has been released on bail after an urgent application was lodged in the Johannesburg High Court, says his lawyer.
Sandi Majali arrested
The South African Police Service have confirmed the arrest of controversial businessman Sandi Majali for the alleged hijacking of Kalahari Resources.
Kalahari ‘hijackers’ arrested
The alleged hijackers of mining firm Kalahari Resources have been arrested and will appear in the Pretoria Commercial Crimes Court on fraud charges.