Latest South African Mining News

Orion Minerals has taken a major step forward by signing a non-binding term sheet with Glencore for up to US$250 million in financing and offtake agreements, advancing its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine towards production.

Vanadium Resources Limited has appointed mining entrepreneur Nick Diack as CEO to spearhead the transition of its Steelpoortdrift Vanadium Project towards near-term production, signaling a strategic shift backed by strong industry expertise and performance-linked incentives.

MAC Copper has sent out its Scheme Circular detailing the proposed acquisition by Harmony Gold, setting the stage for shareholder votes on August 29, 2025. The MAC board unanimously recommends approval in the absence of a superior offer.

Theta Gold Mines secures a pivotal US$35 million loan facility and board approval to mine, marking significant progress in the development of its TGME Gold Mine Project in South Africa.

Orion Minerals is advancing its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine towards production, targeting first concentrate by Christmas 2026, supported by a recent $5.8 million capital raise and ongoing project optimisation.

Theta Gold Mines Limited has provided a comprehensive update on its Transvaal Gold Mining Estates project, targeting first gold production by early 2027 with a robust feasibility study and secured cornerstone funding.

Southern Palladium’s Optimised Prefeasibility Study reveals a $857 million project valuation and a 38% cut in peak capital expenditure through a staged development plan for its Bengwenyama PGM project in South Africa.

South Africa’s Minister of Mineral Resources has upheld Renergen’s helium extraction rights at the Virginia Gas Project, rejecting an appeal from Springbok Solar and securing the company’s production future.

Exxaro Resources has agreed to acquire a near 20% stake in Jupiter Mines and a controlling interest in the Tshipi Manganese Mine, reshaping ownership and operational dynamics in the Kalahari Manganese Field.

OM Holdings has agreed to sell its 26% interest in Ntsimbintle Mining to Exxaro Resources for US$101.4 million, marking a strategic shift to refocus capital on core operations while maintaining a commercial partnership.

Theta Gold Mines reports significant progress in funding discussions, plant construction, and resource integration for its TGME gold project in South Africa during Q1 2025.

Theta Gold Mines has made significant strides in developing its TGME Gold Plant, securing $6 million in private equity and progressing an EPC contract with PowerChina's subsidiary. The company is also integrating surface gold resources into its mining schedule and advancing environmental and social governance initiatives.