Wage Deal Reached: The company signed a wage agreement for its SA gold operations. Category 4- 8 employees will receive a 7.7% annual increase); in year 2 a 6.5% increase); and in year 3 a 5.2% increase. Miners, Artisans and Officials will receive an average increase of 5% in year 1; 5.5% in year 2; and 5% in year 3.