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Critical Metals’ immediate goal is to get funding for further drilling at Molulu
31st March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Investment company Critical Metals has said its immediate priority is to secure the necessary funding to restart diamond drilling and exploration activities at its 70%-owned Molulu copper project,... 


Mine Security – improving security risk management in SA
Mine Security – improving security risk management in SA
31st March 2025

Examining the extent and after-effects of illegal mining is one thing, but to manage the risk and applying an integrated and multifaceted approach is the aim of the 4th Annual Mine Security... 


NTT DATA Launches Agentic AI Services for Hyperscaler AI Technologies
24th March 2025

NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, today announced the launch of its Agentic AI Services for Hyperscaler AI Technologies. This transformative suite of services... 


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Investment attractiveness enhanced by long-term sustainability
21st March 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The African mining industry has great potential to show the world how to meet global sustainability targets, such as those set out in intergovernmental organisation United Nations’ Sustainable... 


Activist investor defies Woodside directors election citing climate risk, poor returns
Activist investor defies Woodside directors election citing climate risk, poor returns
13th March 2025 By: Reuters

The Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR) expressed dissent on Thursday against all directors due for election at the upcoming annual general meeting of Woodside Energy, citing... 


The Hidden Risks of Using Unregistered ISO Auditors: How Poor Audits Lead to Costly Non-Compliance
The Hidden Risks of Using Unregistered ISO Auditors: How Poor Audits Lead to Costly Non-Compliance
5th March 2025

South African businesses have suffered massive financial setbacks due to inadequate auditing, with cumulative losses from poor audits and compliance failures running into billions. Through its... 


Vector drivers enjoying the new truck, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Volvo truck with solar powered trailer.
Rennie Baloyi, Petrus Molatlhioa, Kagiso Seune, Albert Zwane (far right)
The competitive advantage of Carbon Neutrality in South Africa's freight industry
28th February 2025

In an increasingly interconnected and environmentally conscious world, carbon neutrality has emerged as more than just a moral imperative; it is now a competitive advantage. For South Africa’s... 


30-day extension to register dams with a safety risk
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Owners of unregistered dams that meet the criteria for classification as a safety risk have until February 28 to register their dams. This followed a 30-day extension from January 29 approved by... 


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... 


Ross McEwan and Ken MacKenzie
BHP names successor to Ken MacKenzie
12th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Global mining major BHP on Wednesday announced that chairperson Ken MacKenzie would retire from the board at the end of next month, and that he would be succeeded by Ross McEwan. McEwan, who has... 


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Five miners perish at Harmony Gold’s Doornkop, Joel mines
5th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed Harmony Gold Mining Company has confirmed two separate loss-of-life incidents at its Doornkop and Joel mines, on February 4, which resulted in five mineworkers losing their lives. Two... 


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... 


Engen Petroleum Achieves Industry-First RTMS Certification for National Heavy Vehicle Fleet
Engen Petroleum Achieves Industry-First RTMS Certification for National Heavy Vehicle Fleet
4th February 2025

Engen Petroleum has set a new benchmark in road transport safety, becoming the first and only oil company in South Africa to achieve Road Transport Management System (RTMS) certification for its... 


Managing Increased Volatility to Build Resilience and Capture Growth in Mining
Managing Increased Volatility to Build Resilience and Capture Growth in Mining
31st January 2025

By: Paul Pryor - Aon Global Mining Practice Leader Mining companies face a precarious balancing act. The industry has a vital role to play on the path to decarbonization by providing the critical... 


Tackling the challenges of safety professionals head on at A-OSH EXPO 2025
Tackling the challenges of safety professionals head on at A-OSH EXPO 2025
31st January 2025

Occupational safety and health (OSH) professionals face a multitude of challenges in an ever-changing workplace landscape. Some of these include technological developments and implementation,... 


Santesh Pillay
Navigating financial exposures in renewable energy projects
30th January 2025

Renewable energy projects span a diverse array of categories such as onshore wind energy, solar energy, hydrogen (long-term storage and transport), hydropower and bioenergy (biomass, biogas and... 


ICMM, INAP launch new tool to strengthen water pollution prevention in mining
29th January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Mining industry leadership organisation ICMM and the International Network for Acid Prevention (INAP) have unveiled a tool to help reduce and prevent water pollution caused by acid rock drainage... 


Japie du Plessis, Managing Director of Murray & Roberts Cementation
Murray & Roberts Cementation achieves landmark 8 Million Fatality Free Shifts
20th January 2025

Leading underground mining contractor, Murray & Roberts Cementation has reached an extraordinary milestone by achieving 8 Million Fatality Free Shifts in early January 2025. This remarkable... 


Wheaton appoints Lau as CFO as Brown steps down
10th January 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Precious metals streaming company Wheaton Precious Metals has reported that its finance VP Vincent Lau will be appointed CFO following the resignation of current CFO Gary Brown, effective March 31.... 


How is iFX Brokers Changing the Forex Trading Game?
How is iFX Brokers Changing the Forex Trading Game?
18th December 2024

iFX Brokers is emerging as a significant player in the Forex trading world, reshaping how traders interact with financial markets through innovation and competitive offerings. 


July Ndlovu
July Ndlovu, Billy Mawasha join AECI board
18th December 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Chemicals group AECI has appointed July Ndlovu and Billy Mawasha as nonexecutive directors of its board, with effect from January 1. "The addition of Mr Ndlovu and Mr Mawasha to the board of AECI... 


Import partners navigating economic changes with businesses
Import partners navigating economic changes with businesses
13th December 2024

By Investec For Business Head of Portfolio Management Greg Cline We are starting to see an uptick in the economic cycle where interest rates are reducing, the two-pot system should increase... 


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Muntanga uranium project, Zambia – update
6th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

GoviEx Uranium is taking a precautionary approach to environment and social risks, devising strategies that effectively mitigate or minimise risks pertaining to environmental, social and governance. 


Exxaro Financial Director Riaan Koppeschaar.
Global investor sentiment towards South Africa much better in 2024, Exxaro reports
3rd December 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Global investor sentiment towards South Africa improved significantly in 2024, Exxaro FD Riaan Koppeschaar reported on Tuesday, December 3. In a pre-close message for the financial year ending... 


GoviEx proactive in its approach to ESG ahead of mining at Muntanga
2nd December 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Canadian mining company GoviEx Uranium states in its latest ‘Sustainability 2024’ report that it is taking a precautionary approach to environment and social risks, devising strategies that... 


REPORTING STANDARDS
Many African mining companies have adopted the Global Reporting Initiative to report on their enivornmental and social impacts
ESG trends suggest greater accountability
29th November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

With environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria becoming increasingly critical to stakeholders, mining companies in Africa face more demanding reporting requirements and evolving... 


FRANCISKA LAKE
Since the launch of the GISTM, significant work and innovation have been dedicated to helping mines effectively comply
GISTM brings more integrated approach to TSFs
22nd November 2024

The Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) has brought a more integrated perspective to the approach, construction, operation and closure of tailings storage facilities (TSFs)... 


Capital appoints Graeme Dacomb independent nonexec director
21st November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed mining services company Capital has appointed Graeme Dacomb as an independent nonexecutive director, effective from December. Dacomb, who is based in London, will join the company’s... 


freight train at railway crossing
Level crossing incidents not only cost lives but also the economy, TFR CEO says
14th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

Railway safety incidents, such as pedestrian and vehicle collisions at level crossings, are not only tragic but are severely undermining South Africa’s rail recovery plans, Transnet Freight Rail... 


An image of Eloise Nolte
College contributes to improving safety standards
8th November 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Increased public interest in environmental and safety issues has accelerated the demand for occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals, thereby creating opportunities for individuals with... 


Rumdel, with supplier AfriSam, executed continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) for the upgrade to the N3 at Ashburton
AfriSam and Rumdel Construction recognised for pioneering N3 highway upgrade
7th November 2024

AfriSam and Rumdel Construction were honoured at the Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for their collaborative work on a landmark upgrade to the N3 highway in KwaZulu-Natal. Announced as... 


The fish-to-dragon 1kg platinum investment bar. Picture: China Gold Coin Group.
Investment demand for platinum in China strengthens with launch of new platinum bar
5th November 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The appeal of platinum as an investment asset is being increasingly recognised by Chinese investors, which is resulting in China becoming one of the most important investment markets for platinum... 


ABB study reveals 70 percent of mining leaders believe significant decarbonization can be achieved with existing technologies
ABB study reveals 70 percent of mining leaders believe significant decarbonization can be achieved with existing technologies
5th November 2024

ABB’s surveyed 412 mining leaders and experts about current progress on sustainability plans and the path to achieve them 77 percent see electrification, automation and digital technologies as key... 


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Technical project management key to mining project success
1st November 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mega mining projects face several risks; however, these risks can be mitigated with a competent and effective project management approach that addresses all project knowledge areas in a... 


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Khemisset potash project, Morocco – update
1st November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Emmerson has reached an impasse in the environmental- and social-impact assessment approval process. 


ISO certification reaffirms Babcock’s commitment to safety, health, environmental and quality
ISO certification reaffirms Babcock’s commitment to safety, health, environmental and quality
21st October 2024

Babcock has reaffirmed its commitment to safety, health, environmental and quality (SHEQ) with the company’s successful retention of ISO certification. Each Babcock Africa business unit, including... 


Core sample from the Khemisset project
Khemisset potash project, Morocco – update
18th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Emmerson has advised of an “unfavourable recommendation” made by Morocco’s Commission Régionale Unifiée de l’Investissement, with regard to the environmental- and social-impact assessment. 


Hecla appoints new director
17th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

US silver miner Hecla Mining has appointed Jill Satre to its board of directors. She is currently the VP of internal audit and corporate compliance at North American energy company, TC Energy. 


It is the culture of the workplace that has made at the difference when it comes to safety at Murray & Roberts Cementation
Right culture takes safety performance to next level
17th October 2024

In the mining sector’s ongoing quest for zero harm, Murray & Roberts Cementation has shown that a culture of safety is critical to meeting this target – over and above the progress made in safety... 


Gold bars held by a bank
Central banks remain keen buyers of gold, representatives tell bullion conference
15th October 2024 By: Reuters

Central banks remain keen buyers of gold to diversify their reserves for financial or strategic reasons, representatives of three central banks told the London Bullion Market Association's annual... 


Announcing APCOM 2025 – digitalisation in mining explored
9th October 2024

AusIMM is thrilled to announce the return of the Application of Computers & Operations Research Conference (APCOM 2025) being held in Perth, Australia from 10—13 August 2025. Since its inception in... 


Image of potash ore
Khemisset potash project, Morocco – update
4th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Emmerson is conducting a re-evaluation of the Joint Ore Reserves Committee- resource at Khemisset. 


ICMM publishes guidance on safe transportation of critical minerals
26th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Nonprofit organisation ICMM has published updated guidance for improving accurate hazard assessment of ores and concentrates during maritime transportation and reducing hazard-related risks.  The... 


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