By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events A significant addition to Viva Energy’s fuel and lubricants supply network in Australia will streamline customer interactions in the minerals... 

Leading supplier of petroleum production in Southern Africa, Astron Energy, is proud to present its new Quartech Fuel, a revolutionary petrol and diesel formulation enhanced with premium additives,... 

By SYSPRO Africa Senior Vice President: International Sales Johan du Toit “There is no such thing as a smart factory, just automated factories supported by smart systems.” – Pieter van Schalkwyk... 

JSE-listed Wesizwe Platinum has reported significant progress in the ramp-up of its underground mining operations at the Bakubung platinum mine, in the North West province, with key infrastructure... 

The global materials industry saw revenues decline in 2024, with metals and mining contracting by 6% to about $3-trillion, even as profitability remained strong and profit pools continued to shift... 

Mining and infrastructure industries productivity and sustainability partner Epiroc has won a large order for mining equipment and digital solutions from Asante Gold for a gold mine in Ghana.... 

ASX-listed St Barbara has reported that it has received firm commitments for an institutional placement of new fully paid shares to raise A$58-million – before costs – through the issue of about... 

JSE-listed construction materials and industrial minerals company Afrimat expects to report a 74% to 79% year-on-year increase in earnings per share (EPS) to between 101.4c and 104.3c for the six... 

Grindex submersible dewatering pumps continue to gain significant traction among mining operations in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where the demand for reliable and efficient... 

By: Wickus Botha - Mining & Metals Leader, EY Africa  In an era defined by geopolitical tremors—from the shadows of wars in Europe and the Middle East to Donald Trump's return to the White... 

The mining industry in South Africa finds itself at a pivotal moment. The Minerals Council of South Africa recently reported a 4.1% decrease in the sector's real GDP contribution for the first... 

A record 3 200 delegates attended the annual Smart Procurement World Indaba in Johannesburg to learn, share insights and network. Among them were 1 000 public and private sector procurement... 

The Automechanika Buyers and Visitors Sub-Saharan Africa Roadshow concluded its six‑nation journey with a highly successful final stop in Windhoek. The gathering provided participants with valuable... 

JSE- and LSE-listed Tharisa has confirmed that its new underground operation is scheduled to deliver first ore by the second quarter of 2026, marking the start of a strategic shift that will secure... 

In financial year (FY) 2025, renewable and non-carbon-based electricity accounted for 31% of the total consumption of platinum group metals (PGMs) mining and refining company Implats, with market... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events A unique off-world prospecting gadget, world-first surface and underground electric-diesel mine vehicles, cutting-edge AI-driven software and... 

South Africa’s first licensed, private electricity trader POWERX announced that it has signed a dedicated guarantee facility underwritten by Lombard Insurance Company Limited and managed by... 

Toronto-listed Allied Gold Corporation has begun rolling out a multi-stage energy programme at its Sadiola mine in Mali, aiming to deliver more efficient, reliable and lower-cost power to support... 

Equipment automation is taking centre stage in original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Astec Africa’s product offering to mining clients across Africa, says capital sales business line manager Calvin... 

The first hybrid tracked mobile Sandvik QA452e triple-deck screen ordered as stock by a South African distributor has been sold after only being in the country for a week. This sale signifies an... 

The e-Power Powertrack range of mobile crushers and screens from equipment solutions provider Athos Crushing & Screening is poised to meet the growing demand for greener mining and quarrying... 

The demand for minerals such as gold, copper and lithium is driving African mines to adopt more efficient crushing, screening and milling systems that can meet these production targets while also... 

African mining operations are placing more emphasis on efficiency, reliability and local support regarding crushing, screening and milling equipment – a shift that South African original-equipment... 

Questions remain regarding the feasibility of chemicals and energy company Sasol’s emission reduction roadmap (ERR), which includes emission-reduction targets and timelines. There are significant... 

The joint Southern African Vinyls Association (Sava) and Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (Sappma) conference featured a Sava-focused course, titled PVC Transformation:... 

Although most conveyors experience some degree of material loss owing to spillage, leakage, dust and carryback – collectively known as fugitive materials – Martin Engineering president emeritus... 

In releasing its financial results for the year ended June 30, 2025, energy and chemicals company Sasol demonstrated “clear progress” in delivering against the strategy and commitments outlined at... 

The mining industry’s shift towards efficiency and cost savings is changing the way operators approach screening processes, with rubber screening panels from original-equipment manufacturer (OEM)... 

The strategic partnership between energy and environmental solutions provider John Thompson, a division of electromechanical equipment manufacturer and distributor ACTOM, and biomass energy... 

Climate change is accelerating environmental, social and governance (ESG) adoption by pushing companies to view sustainability as a source of competitiveness, consistent with the Ecological... 

A partnership between automated, electrically powered rail haulage company Railveyor and engineering firm Deebar aims to optimise the efficiency, safety and environmental impact of haulage in... 

To meet the growing requirements of faster and increasingly powerful production lines, manufacturing company KHS, with its Innoket AutoReel, has developed a labelling system for polyethylene... 

South Africa’s coal mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation. The traditional model of large, centralised mines with massive 2 000 t/h coal handling plants is giving way to smaller,... 

For the first time, the Western Cape will host A-OSH EXPO — South Africa’s leading occupational health and safety trade show — alongside Securex South Africa, Facilities Management Expo, and... 

Diversified mining major BHP is pumping more than A$840-million into a suite of new projects at Olympic Dam in line with a vision to turn South Australia into a copper superpower. The investment,... 

Air Products is known for maintaining high safety and quality standards, and the latest ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation obtained from the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), is... 

Artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword in mining. It is the industry’s next strategic battleground. At Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026, the conversation will move beyond hype to... 

Renewable energy project developer Sungrow will build a 233 MW solar PV plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for commercial and industry energy investment company CrossBoundary Energy,... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has today unveiled its world-leading portfolio of end-to-end liquid cooling solutions for... 

The National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC) has played a critical role in supporting Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) on its journey to ISO 50001 certification. From preparing the Ports... 

NAMPO Cape 2025 attracted nearly 50 000 visitors to Bredasdorp Park this September, making it the most successful show since Nampo Cape’s launch in 2018. BMG’s stand – with the theme ‘360 degree... 

With an extensive network of skilled service engineers, technicians, and artisans, FLS ensures that customers benefit from expert support to maintain optimal plant performance. According to Mikhail...