Liberty Coal and Mantengu Mining CEO, Michael Miller, engaged in a heated dispute recently, with Liberty Coal dismissing Miller’s criminal allegations as baseless and labeling him a “delusional fantasist.” The tensions escalated following Miller’s media release and a detailed document outlining criminal complaints against Liberty Coal, Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) executives, and others.

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According to Liberty Coal, Miller’s allegations are unfounded and defamatory, aiming to tarnish the company’s reputation and cause financial harm. The company advised Miller to seek medical assistance for his purported condition and warned of legal repercussions for the damage caused by his accusations.

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Addressing claims related to Mantengu’s share performance, Liberty Coal clarified its lack of involvement in chrome mining or trading, disassociating itself from any connection to Mantengu or Miller. The company emphasized that Miller’s actions alone could jeopardize Mantengu’s business and shareholder value without any interference from Liberty Coal.

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Mantengu had lodged a criminal complaint with the Hawks, accusing prominent JSE executives of manipulating its share price. The conflict stemmed from an alleged syndicate attempting to disrupt Mantengu’s acquisition of the Blue Ridge Platinum mine, leading to a standoff with financial regulators since 2023.

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Despite Mantengu’s efforts to alert shareholders and regulatory bodies about potential share manipulation, the JSE reportedly did not cooperate, prompting Mantengu to publicly address the issue. Miller expressed disappointment in the JSE’s lack of support and governance, highlighting the company’s deteriorating share price despite strategic business decisions.

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As the dispute unfolded, Liberty Coal clarified its disinterest in the Blue Ridge project, refuting any claims of involvement or intentions to acquire the mine. The company demanded retractions and apologies from Mantengu and Miller, setting a deadline for compliance and threatening further legal action.

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The conflict between Liberty Coal and Mantengu underscores the complexities and challenges within the mining industry, particularly regarding share manipulation, regulatory oversight, and corporate governance. Such disputes can have far-reaching implications for companies, shareholders, and market stability, necessitating transparency, integrity, and legal recourse to resolve conflicts effectively.

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