Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Gold Fields Limited, dated September 9, 2014, reports a corporate governance change rather than financial results. The announcement concerns the transition of the Company Secretary role effective mid-September 2014.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This document is a SENS announcement regarding personnel changes and contains no financial data.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the appointment of a new Company Secretary:
- Departure: Mrs. Taryn Harmse stepped down as Company Secretary on September 15, 2014, to focus on her role as Executive Vice President: General Counsel.
- Appointment: Ms. Lucy Mokoka was appointed as the new Company Secretary, effective September 16, 2014. She previously served as General Manager: Company Secretary for MTN South Africa.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no guidance, outlook, management commentary on operations, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The Board noted Ms. Mokoka's independence, confirming she is not a director and has no personal connection with existing directors.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the effective dates of the Company Secretary transition (September 15 and 16, 2014).
- Confirm Ms. Lucy Mokoka's background and independence status as disclosed.
- Note that this filing does not impact the company's financial statements or operational guidance.