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Southern African miners at high risk of dying from tuberculosis — report

The frequency of TB among mineworkers is ten times higher than the level of a health emergency as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 27, 2014 | 10:14 am

Lonmin management told to take leave as platinum strike goes on

Earlier this month the company said it would not hit its sales guidance of 750,000 ounces of platinum annually, as it has already lost 90,000 ounces since the strike began.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 26, 2014 | 12:49 pm

Diamond dealers under threat in Central African Republic

Rough diamonds are one of the country's biggest exports.

Ana Komnenic | March 25, 2014 | 10:49 pm

World’s top fund manager: relax about emerging markets

But dependence on China makes today's emerging market turmoil different from other periods.

Frik Els | March 25, 2014 | 9:26 pm

Iraq buys 36 tons of gold, largest amount in three years

Its total reserves stand now at 65.8 tonnes, making it the 43rd biggest official sector bullion holder in the world.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 25, 2014 | 4:42 pm

South Africa platinum strike damage irreversible, losses close to $1bn

Platinum miners said the financial cost of the strike doesn’t really tell the full story, as the real victims are those suffering from hunger, lack of businesses and increased violence on the streets.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 25, 2014 | 2:13 pm

Five reasons the platinum price should take off

Stats like platinum-backed ETF holdings surging to a record high have so far failed to move the price. Speculators are betting that's about to change.

Frik Els | March 24, 2014 | 10:40 pm