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Nifty surface mine project, Australia – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Cyprium Metals entered into a heads of agreement for a strategic alliance with mining services provider Macmahon Holdings in January 2025 to fast-track the redevelopment of the Nifty copper mine. 


Chinese firms to build $2bn Tanzanian rail to nickel mine
30th January 2025 By: Bloomberg

Tanzania signed a $2.15-billion deal with two Chinese firms to construct a railway linking its main port of Dar es Salaam to a nickel mine in neighboring Burundi. Tanzania Railways Corp awarded the... 


ABB advances R&D on eMine FastCharge solution
30th January 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

With an emphasis on continuous research and development, global technology company ABB is piloting new developments for its high-power stationary fast-charging solution, the eMine FastCharge – a... 


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The era of BESS has arrived and mines are taking notice
30th January 2025

Written by Lance Dickerson Businesses across sectors in sub-Saharan Africa are facing energy challenges that significantly affect their ability to trade. Unreliable infrastructure, and in some... 


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New PGM concentrator to boost Pelagic Resources' market presence in 2025
27th January 2025

Global physical commodity merchant Pelagic Resources has set its sights on the platinum group metals (PGM) concentrates market. Through its strategic investment in diversified mining and... 


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Novel South African-engineered mobile rescue winder instrumental in Stilfontein rescue
24th January 2025 By: Darren Parker

The rescue of 246 surviving illegal miners from the Stilfontein shaft in less than three days was enabled by a locally designed and manufactured Mobile Mines Rescue Winder (MMRW), equipped with... 


Richards Bay Coal Terminal.
Richards Bay Coal Terminal 2024 exports extend beyond 52-million tons
24th January 2025 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) in KwaZulu-Natal exported 52.08-million tons of coal in 2024, up on the 47.21-million tons of 2023, which was the lowest since 1992. RBCT’s budgeted... 


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IGO, Tianqi Lithium to cease ops at lithium hydroxide plant in Western Australia
24th January 2025 By: Reuters

Shares of IGO rose on Friday, after the lithium producer reached an agreement with its Chinese joint-venture partner Tianqi Lithium to cease all works at one of its lithium hydroxide plants in... 


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Sintech
24th January 2025

Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a wide range of applications and across a wide spectrum of industry both domestically... 


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Equipping supervisors for successful shifts
24th January 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Capacitating mine supervisors and their teams with the right skill sets and mindsets required for operational excellence is a key strategic priority for established business improvement specialists... 


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Manufacturer launches new inverters, enhances work processes
24th January 2025

Multisectoral products and services company Bearing Man Group’s (BMG’s) latest offering in its electromechanical range – marking its fiftieth year in business – is the efficient Synergy PI150... 


SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
In addition to skills courses, the RMI is rolling out the Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning initiative
Skills shortage a concern as e-mobility set to shape local automotive sector
24th January 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

The South African automotive industry, a significant contributor to South Africa’s GDP, faces critical challenges, such as a persistent decline in qualified artisans, which threatens to disrupt the... 


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Improving sustainable minerals value chain
24th January 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Driving a transition to a just and more sustainable minerals value chain in Africa can be a key catalyst towards protecting human rights and delivering a sustainable future worldwide, highlights... 


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Zambian mines driving demand for German industrial braking solutions
24th January 2025

As mines gear up for increased output on the Copperbelt in response to greater global demand for the critical mineral, mining companies operating in Zambia are turning to the German industrial... 


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Firm’s project pipeline benefits numerous stakeholders
24th January 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Power generation repair and asset management company Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C) – a division of supplier of manufacturing, service, repairs, maintenance, projects and distribution of... 


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African early adopters push world-class productivity
24th January 2025

Southern African mining players remain committed to driving productivity and sustainability, embracing the latest advances that their technology partners can offer. Screening solutions provider... 


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Trafo evolves to offer range of electrical power solutions
24th January 2025

Having rapidly carved a niche in dry-type transformer applications in Africa, Trafo Power Solutions has steadily grown its offerings – and now sees a future as a leading provider of electrical... 


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Company’s tech drives strategic mineral production
24th January 2025

Driven by its MissionZero strategy, mining industry solutions provider FLS invests in sustainable technology development to underpin increased mining output, especially of those minerals in growing... 


Underground at the Okiep copper project
Okiep Copper Project, South Africa – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The bankable feasibility study is expected to be completed “imminently”. 


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Zulu lithium/tantalum project pilot plant, Zimbabwe – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

UK-based mining and exploration company Premier African Minerals has reported a retail offer through a bookbuild of new ordinary shares. 


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Barroso lithium project, Portugal – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Lithium mineral resource project developer Savannah Resources has restarted drilling as it advances towards the finalisation of the definitive feasibility study. 


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Crawford nickel sulphide project, Canada – upload
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Nickel focused exploration company Canada Nickel Company has signed two definitive agreements, enabling it to gain access to 13 000 ha of surface rights prospective for nickel. 


Location map of the NICO gold/cobalt/bismuth/copper mine project
NICO gold/cobalt/bismuth/copper mine project, Canada – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Testwork, engineering, an updated feasibility study and permitting programmes are progressing. 


Location map of the Nolans project
Nolans neodymium/praseodymium rare earths project, Australia – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Australian mining company Arafura Rare Earths will receive A$200-million from Australia’s National Reconstruction Fund to support the Nolans mine. 


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Tiris uranium project, Mauritania – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Uranium exploration company Aura Energy has undertaken an assessment of the opportunities for future capacity expansion. 


Location map of the Waterberg project
Waterberg project, South Africa – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum Group Metals is in discussions with several South African smelter operators, including Impala Platinum, to negotiate formal metal concentrate offtake arrangements for the project. 


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Saudi Arabia highlights minerals industrialisation progress, furthers partnerships at FMF
23rd January 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

As part of its Vision 2030 to diversify the economy away from a dependence on oil, Saudi Arabia has invested considerably in building the Ras al-Khair minerals industrial city, highlighted as one... 


Pindulo Namibia
Pindulo Namibia
23rd January 2025

End-to-end logistics solutions provider Pindulo offers innovative, client-centric services through import, export, road, warehousing, stock management and stevedoring solutions.  A cornerstone of... 


By MDA Attorneys director Odette Potgieter
Avoid mining disputes by choosing the right supply contract
23rd January 2025

By MDA Attorneys director Odette Potgieter As specialist contract negotiators for the mining, infrastructure, energy and building sectors, MDA Attorneys often see a suite of contracts used across... 


Teck's Red Dog mine in Alaska
Teck investing up to $3.9bn to grow copper output
21st January 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian mining company Teck Resources has unveiled plans to invest up to $3.9-billion to expand its copper and zinc production, reinforcing its focus on energy transition metals following the sale... 


Monitoring belt speed is essential for maintaining optimal flow. Accurate measurements help identify potential issues and improve overall efficiency
Overcoming sticky challenges in material transfer systems
21st January 2025

Handling sticky materials in mining and minerals processing can create significant obstacles from equipment blockages and excessive wear to increased maintenance and operational inefficiencies.... 


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Rapid interest in Weir Modular Wheeled Plant concept
21st January 2025

Since its official introduction earlier this year, the Weir Modular Wheeled Plant (WMWP) has generated a lot of interest amongst customers in southern Africa. This was particularly apparent at... 


Power plant comes online at Kodal’s Bougouni lithium project
20th January 2025 By: Darren Parker

The power generation plant at London-listed Kodal Minerals’ flagship Bougouni lithium project, in southern Mali, is now operational, paving the way for full commissioning of the Stage 1 dense media... 


Multotec unveils containerised decanter centrifuge demonstration plant designed to separate very fine solids
Multotec unveils containerised decanter centrifuge demonstration plant designed to separate very fine solids
20th January 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) Multotec is proud to announce its latest offering, a containerised demonstration plant, the TS 530L Tailings Decanter Centrifuge from its sister company Siebtechnik Tema. This... 


GoGold targets construction decision for Los Ricos South this year
17th January 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-listed GoGold Resources has released the results of a feasibility study for its Los Ricos South (LRS) project in Jalisco state, Mexico, outlining a plan for a mine that will operate over 15... 


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Public perception of nuclear energy remains a barrier to its adoption
Potential PBMR project renewal crucial for S Africa’s energy security
17th January 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Sustainable energy solutions provider Blue Pointer Energy has expressed strong support for the renewed call to revive the Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PBMR) project, following statements by... 


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Exhibition presents Africa as food, beverage innovation hub
17th January 2025 By: Lynne Davies

Set to be a transformative event for the food and beverage industry, the Africa Food Show 2025, which will take place on June 10 to 12,  offers a “vibrant platform for networking, collaboration and... 


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Municipality progresses water projects
17th January 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

As part of metropolitan municipality City of Cape Town’s (CoCT’s) effort to diversify its drinking water supply resources, the municipality is progressing its Paarden Eiland Desalination Plant and... 


Aqua Horizon Technologies
Aqua Horizon Technologies leads the fight against water contamination
17th January 2025

Water contamination is a silent crisis threatening industries, communities and ecosystems across the globe. From industrial effluents polluting rivers to oil spills compromising groundwater, the... 


Trafo Power Solutions
Trafo Power Solutions evolves to offer range of electrical power solutions
17th January 2025

Having rapidly carved a niche in dry-type transformer applications in Africa, Trafo Power Solutions has steadily grown its offerings – and now sees a future as a leading provider of electrical... 


Location map of the Lynn Lake project
Lynn Lake gold project, Canada – update
17th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A construction decision was announced on January 13. 


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Tiris uranium project, Mauritania – update
17th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Aura Energy has received firm commitments to raise about A$9-million through the issue of 64.28-million shares at A$0.14 a share. 


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Zondereinde – Western extension project, South Africa – update
17th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum group metals production from the project remains on track. 


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