Coal surges to record as global scramble for energy accelerates

The country is almost entirely dependent on coal for electricity.

Ledjadja Coal will move 3.6m tons a year from the Waterberg to Richards Bay.

At least 100 years, provided mines clean up their act.

The shift in Europe is part of a global trend.

Gwede Mantashe stamps his mark on the energy portfolio.

Mining companies, including Glencore and Anglo American, have been named for violating water licenses.

The supply-demand tandem is likely to keep prices for coal used in power plants under pressure in coming months.

Lobby groups say the decision to approve the mine is at odds with the advice of climate scientists.

Miner won't add production as it prioritises growth in commodities tied to the shift to renewable energy.

The tide is turning for coal.

Eskom says new coal mines aren’t being opened quickly enough to ensure supply for its power plants.

High Court dismisses application by truck drivers to block renewable energy producers.

The launch of Sibambene Coal as a new player in the sector proves there’s still life in coal.

With a down-payment of R1 billion.