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Lonmin’s industrial relations improve as it battles tough times

The platinum miner is in "constructive, transparent and progressive" talks with unions and says business’s long-term fundamentals are intact.

Striking miners scared to return to work, says Lonmin

The platinum strike has entered its 11th week and employees want to return to work but are being intimidated, says Lonmin chief executive Ben Magara.

The Amcu strike for higher wages has lasted six weeks

Amplats CEO paid more than double his Impala peer

The head of Anglo Platinum – the world’s largest platinum producer – has earned R17.6-million while the company struggles with wage negotiations.

Lonmin forecast annual platinum sales of more than 750 000 ounces in the year through September. (Madelene Cronje, M&G)

Lonmin returns to profit as output increases

Cutting capital expenses and funds raised from a rights issue have put the Lonmin back on a sound footing.

Lonmin chief executive Ben Magara. (Gallo)

Lonmin’s Magara just doesn’t get it

Percy Zvomuya looks at Lonmin’s Ben Magara and his recent chocolate stint as inspiration.

Lonmin chief executive Ben Magara. (Gallo)

No Mo Ibrahim good leadership prize for Africa, again

Percy Zvomuya loses a little more hope in Africa’s leaders, and looks at Lonmin’s Ben Magara and his recent chocolate stint as inspiration.

(Madelene Cronje/M&G)

Amplats’s Magara picked as Lonmin’s new head

Lonmin has appointed Anglo American Platinum’s Ben Magara as its new chief executive as it strives to rebound from last year’s wave of deadly strikes.