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Minerals Council South Africa skills head Mustak Ally
Technology transformation is really people transformation – Mining Indaba panelists
10th February 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

Mining currently faces the challenge of adopting the latest technologies, notably, but not exclusively, AI. This was the topic for a panel discussion on the first day of Investing in African Mining... 


The Mozal smelter
Mozambique pushing to keep South32 aluminium smelter open, minister says
10th February 2026 By: Reuters

Mozambique's government is doing "everything that is required" to make sure that South32's Mozal aluminium smelter stays open, mineral resources and energy minister Estevao Pale said on Monday. The... 


Duncan Wanblad
Africa must shift from policy intent to implementation, Teck merger good for SA – Wanblad
10th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

The time has come for Africa to shift from policy intent to implementation, says Anglo American CEO Duncan Wanblad. Speaking at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 held in Cape Tow this... 


FLS sales and service head for Africa Bernard Kaninda talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
FLS strengthening aftermarket support to unlock long-term mining performance
10th February 2026

As mining operations across Africa become more complex, remote and cost-conscious, the role of strong aftermarket and service support is increasingly critical to sustaining performance and... 


Minerals Council CEO Zero Harm Forum chairperson Japie Fullard with Minerals Council safety & sustainable development head Dushen Naidoo (left).
Worrying fall-of-ground regression outlined by Minerals Council at Mining Indaba
10th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The Minerals Council South Africa will renew its focus on key safety interventions, particularly on eliminating falls-of-ground (FoG) incidents, which have increased in the past year despite 2025’s... 


Schauenburg Systems South Africa Chief Innovation Officer Mark Stevens talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Schauenburg Systems highlights collaboration and innovation at Mining Indaba
10th February 2026

Mine safety OEM Schauenburg Systems South Africa is using its presence at the 2026 Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town to reinforce the importance of collaboration and partnerships in... 


Menar MD Vuslat Bayoglu (right) being interviewed by Mining Weekly's Martin Creamer at Mining Indaba.
Looks like South African mining’s going to have great year, says Menar at Mining Indaba
10th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

In general, if you look at the commodities produced in South Africa, we’re doing very well, and it looks like 2026 is going to be a great year. That’s the view of Menar MD Vuslat Bayoglu, who spoke... 


Hitachi Global Air Power regional sales manager for sub-Sahara Africa Donald Good
Hitachi Global Air Power builds machines that power industry
10th February 2026

Leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer Hitachi Global Air Power builds the machines that power industry. Headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, in the US, its compressed air... 


General management and business development director
Matrix showcases solutions that simplify safety and compliance
10th February 2026

Founded in 2006 with a focused goal, protecting miners in underground environments, intelligent business solutions provider Matrix has spent nearly 20 years redefining what mine‑safety equipment... 


Shell technical and services manager
Shell meeting demand for world's growing energy demand
10th February 2026

Integrated energy company Shell aims to meet the world’s growing demand for energy in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. The company is showcasing its offering at... 


Tontrac System Analytics CEO William Butler talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Tontrac's offering tailored to the unique demands of mining industry
10th February 2026

Weighbridge automation and access control specialist Tontrac System Analytics, headquartered in South Africa, is committed to technological excellence and operational efficiency. The company's... 


Rough diamonds
Angola's Endiama seeks to raise diamond output further after 2024 record
10th February 2026 By: Reuters

Angola's State-owned diamond miner Endiama is aiming to increase its output to 17-million carats by 2027 from record production of 14-million carats in 2024, a government publication showed on... 


Enaex Africa CEO Francisco Baudrand talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town
Enaex Africa's expertise translate into real value for African mining operations
10th February 2026

Enaex Africa is a specialist provider of industrial explosives, initiating systems and integrated blasting services to Africa’s mining and quarrying sectors. As part of the global Enaex Group, the... 


Angola's Diamantino Azevedo with Namibian Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse as he signs the Luanda Accord
Namibia signs Luanda Accord; GJEPC, DMCC to become Natural Diamond Council members
10th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

Namibia has become the latest government to sign the Luanda Accord, while India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) are set to become... 


Harmony Gold says newly acquired Australian copper mine requires two-year revamp
Harmony Gold says newly acquired Australian copper mine requires two-year revamp
10th February 2026 By: Reuters

South African miner Harmony Gold's recently acquired CSA Copper Mine in Australia requires a capital injection and a strategic rethink which could take two years, CEO Beyers Nel said on Monday.... 


Minerals Council South Africa acting chief economist Bongani Motsa.
Better regulatory, operating mining milieu urgently needed, Indaba hears
9th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s mining sector is showing the benefits of higher prices for certain commodities and record chrome and manganese exports. However, the Minerals Council South Africa’s Facts and Figures... 


AFC argues for stronger regional planning in Africa as it launches strategic minerals compendium
AFC argues for stronger regional planning in Africa as it launches strategic minerals compendium
9th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

Africa hosts an estimated $29.5-trillion in mine-site mineral value – the value of mineral resources at the point of extraction – representing about 20% of global mineral wealth. Of this total,... 


 Dunlop Belting CEO Mbuso Thabethe talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Dunlop Belting Products at Mining Indaba 2026
9th February 2026

Local manufacturer Dunlop Belting Products (DBP) is South Africa’s largest and only majority Black-owned manufacturer of conveyor belts, proudly holding Level 1 B-BBEE status. With a legacy... 


MechProTech Director: Group Technical & Business Development Evan Bird talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
MechProTech engineers the future of modular mineral processing
9th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In an industry defined by vast distances and challenging terrains, the ability to innovate and adapt is paramount. MechProTech is an emerging global player by embracing this very principle,... 


Minerals Council president Paul Dunne, CEO Mzila Mthenjane and acting chief economist Bongani Motsa at Mining Indaba.
Strong multi-year commodity period on way, Minerals Council president says at Indaba
9th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

A strong sustained positive commodity cycle is on the way, and South Africa should go all out to take full advantage of it for the benefit of South Africa's people. To make the best of what is seen... 


ärtsilä GM: Market & Financial Analysis, Decarbonisation Services Ella Teperi talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Energy transition: why optimisation is key to unlocking Africa’s decarbonisation
9th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In the global discourse on climate change, the transition to sustainable power is often reduced to a simple formula: "replace fossil fuels with renewables." However, for those responsible for the... 


WEG Africa Sales & Marketing Executive Director Rodrigo Cetenareski talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Electric motor manufacturer highlights range of products for global client base
9th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies WEG was founded in 1961 and has grown into one of the largest electric motor manufacturers in the world, producing more than... 


Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe
Mantashe flags licensing failures as illegal mining crisis grows
9th February 2026 By: Darren Parker

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has warned that South Africa’s sluggish development of a reliable cadastre for exploration and licensing is exacerbating an already serious... 


Drilling at Ankh Resources' Dara project
Ankh Resources says drilling already shows promise for Egypt’s first copper and gold mine
9th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As UK-based Ankh Resources works to develop Egypt’s first gold and copper mine, CEO Mostafa Talaat looks forward to garnering more institutional investor interest with a longer-term view of the... 


Multotec Africa MD Peter Mbada
Multotec's commitment to innovation in building Africa's mining future
9th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

As a leading mineral processing solutions provider, Multotec delivers an extensive portfolio of advanced products that boost efficiency and elevate performance across mining operations. At Mining... 


MIS group business development manager Siyanda Gumede talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
AMIS supports African mining industry with Certified Reference Materials
9th February 2026

AMIS is a part of The Particle Group, an International Organization for Standardization- (ISO-) accredited international manufacturer and supplier of matrix-matched Certified Reference Materials... 


Virtualscape CEO Ravi Naidoo
Virtualscape driving digital transformation and measurable progress in mining
9th February 2026

As digitalisation accelerates across the mining sector, the ability to turn data into meaningful operational insight is becoming a critical differentiator. This theme took centre stage when Mining... 


Minerals Council South Africa CEO Mzila Mthenjane
South Africa’s mining constraints need urgent attention, Minerals Council tells Indaba
9th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s mining sector remains constrained by regulatory and operational bottlenecks that need urgent attention to unlock full potential through the attraction of long-term and sustainable... 


Astron Energy GM for chemical & industrial and lubricants Axola Myendeki
Astron Energy showcases capabilities at Mining Indaba
9th February 2026

Astron Energy, a proud member of the Glencore Group, is a leading supplier of petroleum products in Southern Africa. The company is showcasing its offering at the Investing in African Mining Indaba... 


Komatsu Mining Technologies Soft Rock Africa VP Simon Andrews
Komatsu Mining Technologies is creating shared value
9th February 2026

The Komatsu Mining Technologies group has a storied history in mining, providing solutions to the underground coal mining industry for more than 100 years. The company is showcasing its offering at... 


Southern Palladium MD Johan Odendaal
Southern Palladium gets top mining awards
9th February 2026 By: Darren Parker

ASX- and JSE-listed Southern Palladium has been awarded explorer and developer of the year at the Mine, Wine & Dine Gala Dinner on February 7, while MD Johan Odendaal was named CEO of the year... 


Cementation Africa new business director Graham Chamberlain
Cementation Africa unpacks the critical transition from mine development to production
9th February 2026

Mining projects face their greatest technical and operational risks during the transition from development into steady state production, a critical phase that can determine long-term performance... 


Hybrid crushing gains traction as African market looks to cut costs and carbon
Hybrid crushing gains traction as African market looks to cut costs and carbon
9th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The arrival of the first Metso LT400J mobile jaw crusher in Africa signals a meaningful shift in how mining and quarrying operators are approaching energy use, cost control and sustainability, says... 


SLR Consulting Mining & Minerals Sector lead for Middle East and Africa
SLR Consulting is building future-ready mines through integrated sustainability
9th February 2026

As sustainability becomes central to long-term mining viability, companies are increasingly taking a holistic, integrated approach that spans the full asset lifecycle. This shift was explored when... 


Blocks of copper are piled up during the production of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics bronze medals at the Italian Mint in Rome, Italy, December 5, 2025.
US challenges Chinese control in race for African minerals
9th February 2026 By: Reuters

The US is using offtake deals and State-backed funding to compete in the short term with China in securing supplies of African copper, cobalt and other critical minerals, diplomats, executives and... 


SEW-EURODRIVE national sales and marketing manager
SEW-EURODRIVE powering mining performance through partnerships, efficiency and local capability
9th February 2026

Strong demand across Africa’s mining sector has underpinned a standout year for drive and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE, highlighting the growing importance of reliable, efficient and locally... 


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