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DFS confirms viability of Lithium Universe's Bécancour refinery
17th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

ASX-listed Lithium Universe has confirmed the economic feasibility of its Bécancour lithium carbonate refinery in Québec, Canada, following the completion of a definitive feasibility study (DFS).... 


Petra Diamonds' Finsch mine
Duffy resigns as Petra CEO, interim revenue knocked by market weakness
17th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Independent mining group Petra Diamonds, which owns and operates diamonds mines in South Africa, has appointed two interim CEOs Vivek Gadodia and Juan Kemp to succeed Richard Duffy, who has... 


Introducing Micromine Advance: The first and only dedicated mine planning solution for underground metals
14th February 2025

Micromine, next-generation technology for mining, proudly announces the official launch of Micromine Advance, the first and only mine planning solution built specifically for underground metals.... 


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The simplified overhead crane is well suited to standard factory and mining applications
Tailored crane solutions advancing DRC mines
14th February 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Crane manufacturer Condra is solidifying its position as a supplier of cranes in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), leveraging its expertise in durable, application-specific equipment to meet... 


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IPR’s dewatering solutions, which include Atlas Copco submersible pumps, have proven themselves in managing water levels
Dewatering pump solutions tackle challenging environment
14th February 2025

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is notorious for its harsh mining conditions, with heavy seasonal rainfall and remote mining locations creating formidable obstacles for operations, and one... 


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Thorough lubrication enhances wire rope efficiency
14th February 2025

The thorough lubrication of wire ropes, which are used in numerous applications in industries as varied as construction, mining and marine, is of paramount importance, says fluids, lubricants and... 


NEWLY OPERATING
The recently commissioned greenfield aggregate plant for Pilot Crushtec’s customer in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Modular aggregate plant commissioned
14th February 2025

In a milestone project, local mobile and semi-mobile crushing and screening equipment provider Pilot Crushtec International has commissioned its largest ever Pilot Modular plant, which is being... 


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New lubricants better align with global trends
14th February 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

In its attempts to stay abreast of some of the most innovative solutions in the oils and lubricants sector, oils and lubricants company FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is making significant... 


Developing a new mine in SA ‘simply not competitive or attractive’, says Minerals Council CEO
14th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

When considering the development of new mines and the flurry of exploration in Africa and around the world, the South African mining sector is “simply not competitive or attractive”, says Minerals... 


Govt should not bully miners into beneficiation, IDC must step up – Swanepoel
14th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

Beneficiation is not the responsibility of mining companies, says Manganese Metal Company (MMC) executive chairperson Bernard Swanepoel. “Speaking as the last standing manganese beneficiation... 


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Lubricant company solutions benefit industry, mining sector
14th February 2025

Following a successful 2024, lubricant and industrial equipment supplier ISO-Reliability Partners will continue its provision of “high-quality” microfine filtration systems for various applications... 


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Bespoke ESG initiatives uplift communities
14th February 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Having integrated a strategic environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) transformation framework into its overarching strategy and business processes, logistics company Grindrod has... 


Report urges ‘immediate interventions’ to protect Durban Bay from pollution
14th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Water Research Commission (WRC) and WildTrust have jointly funded a study and the development of a socioecological system (SES) model to provide a comprehensive analysis of the... 


Managing Mining Risk in a Rapidly Transforming World
Managing Mining Risk in a Rapidly Transforming World
13th February 2025

By: Paul Pryor - Aon’s Global Mining Practice Leader The mining industry holds a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable future by supplying the essential minerals needed for renewable energy... 


Seriti Resources group CEO Mike Teke
Teke to lead Southern Africa chapter of FutureCoal
13th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Global association for the sustainable use of coal FutureCoal on February 13 announced Seriti Resources group CEO Mike Teke as chairperson of its newly established Southern Africa chapter. He will... 


Leadership changes at Komatsu Africa Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
Leadership changes at Komatsu Africa Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
13th February 2025

Komatsu Africa Holdings (KAfH) today announced leadership changes that will take effect on 1 April 2025. After a long and illustrious career in Komatsu, President and Managing Director Mike Blom... 


Haul trucks at a South African PGM mine
South Africa's mining output down 2.4% y/y in December
13th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa's mining production decreased by 2.4% year-on-year in December, with platinum group metals (PGMs) and gold having made the largest negative contributions. PGM production decreased by... 


Digging deeper: how tech is reshaping mining
13th February 2025

By: David Nel - Chief Commercial Officer at iqbusiness, Africa’s future-focused management and digital growth enabler The mining sector in South Africa, long a cornerstone of our economy, will not... 


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FMF-Inspired Africa Minerals Strategy Group Marks First Anniversary
13th February 2025

On the sidelines of the Ministerial Roundtable at the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2024, a historic alliance was born; the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG). The group, an offshoot of the Super... 


Uranium ban repeal in Greenland could revive massive rare earth project, licence holder says
Uranium ban repeal in Greenland could revive massive rare earth project, licence holder says
12th February 2025 By: Reuters

he mining company that owns the licence to Greenland's Kvanefjeld deposit is hopeful that a new government will repeal a ban on uranium mining after next month's election, potentially rejuvenating... 


The African Mining Sector in 2025: Navigating Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
The African Mining Sector in 2025: Navigating Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
12th February 2025

By Julian Grieve, Head of Resources Sector Solutions at RMB As we stand on the cusp of 2025, the African mining sector is poised at a juncture marked by both opportunity and significant challenge.... 


Connected Plants Enhances Sustainability and Operational Excellence in Mining and Manufacturing
11th February 2025

The modern day business environment in mining and manufacturing is facing the critical challenge of balancing resource sustainability with productivity and environmental responsibility, requiring... 


Aterian subsidiary restarts Rwanda mineral trading operations
10th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed Aterian’s wholly-owned subsidiary Eastinco has resumed mineral trading operations in Rwanda following the implementation of the Inkomane trading system as established by the Rwanda... 


Lia Finocchiaro
Northern Territory cracks down on lawfare
10th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) on Monday welcomed the Northern Territory government's commitment to reviewing the third-party merits review processes to ensure they do not act as a barrier to... 


Trump’s policies to have major impact on global critical minerals sector
7th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The global minerals and metals sector is expected to face significant volatility owing to expected dollar strength and trade policy shifts led by US President Donald Trump, with sentiment highly... 


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Critical minerals miners urged to integrate circularity, communities from start
7th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Circularity and community engagement have emerged as key factors for critical minerals mining as more countries and companies turn their focus to the “new” minerals required for green energy and... 


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Enhancing logistics through advanced, green innovations
7th February 2025

With Africa’s logistics sector continuing to gain momentum, the adoption of modern innovations is essential to ensure that the transport and logistics sector is prepared for the future, and able to... 


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Rental solutions benefit materials handling projects
7th February 2025

Short-term rental solutions for materials handling equipment can be highly beneficial for operations, such as agriculture, logistics and warehousing, which are accompanied by fluctuating needs. In... 


The above image depicts a few of the exhibitions at KITE 2023
Exhibition to showcase control solutions’ advancement
7th February 2025

Regional trade show, the KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) – held at the Durban Exhibition Centre from July 22 to 24 – aims to showcase technological advancements that have... 


Various grades of platinum ore on a black surface
Third consecutive platinum market deficit in 2025 – WPIC
7th February 2025

Following two consecutive platinum market deficits in 2023 and 2024, the World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) forecasts this year to again remain in deficit by as much as 539 000 oz, with total... 


a sunset view of Sylvania's Doornbos operation
Scoping study lifts project’s resource, extends life
7th February 2025

Following ongoing exploration activity of its Northern Limb projects, platinum group metals (PGMs) producer and developer Sylvania Resources completed a scoping study on the Volspruit project in... 


A mens chain made of of pure platinum on display on a black velvet display
Forum discusses platinum’s prominence
7th February 2025

A consensus was reach at the China Platinum Jewellery Forum in November 2024 that the jewellery industry needs to strengthen its commitment to innovation, collaboration, environmental stewardship,... 


Location map of the Omitiomire project
Omitiomire copper project, Namibia
7th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Omico Mining Corp has submitted the relevant assessments, as part of the Environmental Clearance Certificate Application, to build and operate the mine.  


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Critical minerals miners urged to integrate circularity, communities from start
7th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Circularity and community engagement have emerged as key factors for critical minerals mining as more countries and companies turn their focus to the “new” minerals required for green energy and... 


Image of uranium ore
Patterson Lake South uranium project, Canada – update
7th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Paladin Energy has signed a mutual benefits agreement with Buffalo River Dene Nation. 


Woodside CEO criticises lengthy project approvals in Australia
Woodside CEO criticises lengthy project approvals in Australia
6th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Oil and gas major Woodside Energy CEO Meg O’Neill has called for reforms to Australia’s project approval processes, arguing that lengthy delays are undermining investment and the country’s global... 


South Africa must leverage its critical minerals resources to drive growth – Mintek CEO
5th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Mining research council Mintek CEO Dr Molefi Motuku has emphasised the need to leverage South Africa’s critical minerals resources, estimated to be worth more than $2.5-trillion, to drive economic... 


The Minerals Council's Hugo Pienaar, Mzila Mthenjane and Tebello Chabana
Developing a new mine in SA ‘simply not competitive or attractive’– Minerals Council CEO
5th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

When considering the development of new mines and the flurry of exploration in Africa and around the world, the South African mining sector is “simply not competitive or attractive”, says Minerals... 


Astron Energy strategy, sustainability and operational excellence GM Gosiame Khoele speaks to Mining Weekly at the Investing in African Mining Indaba about how Astron Energy is helping the mining industry secure its future.
Astron Energy helping the mining industry secure its future
5th February 2025

In complex sectors such as mining, flexibility and innovation are key to long-term sustainability. Petroleum products supplier Astron Energy prides itself on unlocking new ways to support mining... 


 The shape of water – automating hydropower operations
The shape of water – automating hydropower operations
5th February 2025

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Hydropower is undoubtedly one of the building blocks of today’s renewable energy industry, with the first bona... 


Sasol's head office in South Africa
Sasol seriously working on biofuel projects, especially for mining applications
5th February 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African petrochemicals giant Sasol is actively examining second-generation biofuel feedstocks – that is, energy crops – assured the group’s Sustainable Carbon Solutions Head, Ken Sarman, on... 


IsoMetrix chief sales officer and business director Cecelia Jofre talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025.
Powerful solutions for EHS and ESG management
4th February 2025

Risk management solutions provider IsoMetrix creates innovative and modern software solutions in environment, health and safety (EHS) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) management and... 


Bernard Swanepoel
Govt should not bully miners into beneficiation; IDC must step up – Swanepoel
4th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

Beneficiation is not the responsibility of mining companies, says Manganese Metal Company (MMC) executive chairperson Bernard Swanepoel. “Speaking as the last standing manganese beneficiation... 


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