S. African gold, forex reserves up
JOHANNESBURG.
South Africa’s net gold and foreign exchange reserves stood at US$44,451 billion at the end of January from US$43,353 billion in December, data from the Reserve Bank showed yesterday.
Copper supply deficit to continue into 2013: Analyst
CAPE TOWN.
Copper is expected to average US$9 200 per tonne this year and rise to US$10 000 in 2012 on the back of strong demand in emerging markets, especially China, and delays in new mines, Standard Bank said yesterday.
Ethics of staff retrenchment
These days we hear of many organisations going through restructuring processes to ensure they remain afloat in the depressed business environment obtaining in the country.While it’s all smiles in the…
Master of High Court, FNBS liquidator clash
By Martin KadzereTHE Master of High Court and First National Building Society liquidator Mr Winseley Militala have clashed over the return of excess assets of the defunct financial institution to…
CEO Africa Roundtable set for next week
By Ruramayi GatsiTHIS year’s CEO Africa Roundtable Conference hosted by KM Financial Solutions is slated for February 17 to 19 in Nyanga where business executives are set to deliberate on…
Cost of living up 5pc
By Golden SibandaTHE cost of the food basket for a low-income urban family of six rose 5 percent to US$152 in January after prices succumbed to recent increases in the…
Ghana face Togo
JOHANNESBURG. Troublesome Ghana soccer star Sulley Muntari gets another chance to redeem his reputation today against Togo in one of three friendlies involving African teams. New “Black Stars” coach Goran…
Aussies bid for fifth WC
SYDNEY.Australia are bidding for their fifth Cricket World Cup, have not lost in their last 29 tournament games and are the top-ranked one-day team.But they are not considered favourites by…
Dalglish mum on Torres
LONDON.Fernando Torres has admitted former club Liverpool put one over Chelsea as the Spain striker went goalless on debut for the English soccer champions in a 1-0 defeat by the…
Clouds gather for under pressure Ponting
SYDNEY.Ricky Ponting has endured a troubled build-up to his quest for a fourth consecutive Cricket World Cup crown and his third title as Australia captain.Ponting earned the dubious distinction as…

