Latest South African Mining News

Southern Palladium has made significant strides in advancing its Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, completing key drilling and regulatory milestones while securing A$20 million in fresh capital to fund the next development phase.

OM Holdings has cleared major regulatory hurdles in the $101 million sale of its 26% stake in Ntsimbintle Mining, moving closer to closing the deal in early 2026.

OM Holdings has secured key regulatory and shareholder approvals for the sale of its 26% interest in Ntsimbintle Mining, moving the $101 million transaction closer to completion early next year.

Theta Gold Mines has commenced bulk earthworks at its flagship TGME gold project in South Africa and secured nearly US$40 million in combined equity and debt funding, marking a pivotal step toward production.

Vanadium Resources Limited is advancing its Steelpoortdrift project with fresh leadership, a successful equity raise, and a strategic pivot towards higher-margin concentrate production alongside direct shipping ore.

Southern Palladium has cleared major regulatory hurdles and confirmed robust economics for its Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, supported by a $20 million capital raise to fund next-stage development.

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.