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Environmental dept launches national consultation on EIA reforms
9th March 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), in collaboration with the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, provincial environmental affairs departments and other... 


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Balama graphite project, Mozambique – update
6th March 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Syrah Resources has signed a multiyear binding conditional offtake agreement with Canada’s NextSource Materials for the supply of natural graphite fines from its Balama operation. 


Structured assessments of exciter gearboxes are conducted on arrival at the Sandvik Rock Processing Exciter Repair Facility to ensure accurate diagnosis and OEM-compliant refurbishment before work begins
In-house exciter repair underpins Sandvik’s screen lifecycle support
4th March 2026

Keeping screens productive and reliable is vital to mineral processing. To support this, Sandvik Rock Processing operates a dedicated Exciter Repair and Refurbishment Facility that ensures the... 


Hope Comes Closer to Home as Vedanta Zinc International and Northern Cape Provincial Government Open JF “Boeboe” van Wyk Oncology Centre
Hope Comes Closer to Home as Vedanta Zinc International and Northern Cape Provincial Government Open JF “Boeboe” van Wyk Oncology Centre
3rd March 2026

A new chapter in accessible healthcare has begun for the Northern Cape’s Namakwa District as Vedanta Zinc International (VZI), in partnership with the Northern Cape Provincial Government,... 


Discarded glass bottles are converted into marketable cullet, generating income while significantly reducing the volume of waste sent to landfill
Turning glass waste into sustainable value
2nd March 2026

Glass is one of the most recyclable materials in the world, yet in South Africa too much of it still ends up in landfill. Every discarded bottle or jar represents not just waste but a missed... 


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Redesigned chute improves screening efficiency at iron-ore plant
27th February 2026

Screening inefficiencies at a wet iron-ore plant in Sierra Leone were resolved by redesigning a poorly performing transfer chute to deliver evenly distributed, lower velocity feed across twin... 


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Astute capital deployment required for projects
27th February 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Rising input costs, chronic power constraints and elevated regulatory risk are pushing gold miners to become “far more selective” in how and where capital is deployed, highlights consulting firm... 


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Reforms advance certainty, implementation risks remain
20th February 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa has made significant strides in establishing a clear electricity regulatory framework, but implementation threatens to undermine its impact, highlights law firm Sitef & Co director... 


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Local mining equipment supplier looking for European distributors
19th February 2026

South African crushing and screening specialist Pilot Crushtec says it is expanding its European distribution network following the launch of its TwisterTrac VS350E unit which was specifically... 


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Consultancy reports on mining ESG trends in 2026
13th February 2026

A volatile global order, intensifying climate extremes and the race for critical minerals are reshaping mining in 2026, say Canadian sustainability consultancy Sympact co-founders Elizabeth Freele... 


How criminals use high-value goods to launder money—and how to stop them
How criminals use high-value goods to launder money—and how to stop them
12th February 2026

High-value transactions attract more than legitimate buyers; they are increasingly used as cover to launder illicit funds. If your business sells equipment, machinery, vehicles, or any physical... 


Completed Weba transfer chute delivering controlled even material flow to the wet screening circuit
Engineered chute redesign restores screening efficiency at Sierra Leone iron ore plant
10th February 2026

Best known for its work in dry bulk materials handling, Weba Chute Systems has successfully applied its depth of expertise to resolve transfer point challenges in the wet plant of an iron ore mine... 


Pilot Crushtec’s TwisterTrac VS350E Stage V, engineered to meet stringent European emissions regulations, supports the company’s expanding footprint across the UK and Europe
Pilot Crushtec accelerates European expansion with distributor drive
9th February 2026

Pilot Crushtec is working towards building a strong network of European distributors as it consolidates its position as a world class specialist supplier of crushing and screening solutions.... 


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Chute systems help solve inefficient material transfer challenges
6th February 2026

Process flow challenges impact plant performance in the mining industry and typically arise when new or existing screens, crushers or feeders underperform as a result of inefficient material... 


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Expanded support for West Africa’s crushing and screening needs
6th February 2026

Sandvik Rock Processing says it is extending its footprint in West Africa in an effort to support the region’s growing mining sector with service offerings that include on-site engineering, parts... 


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High pressure grinding roll transforms unsaleable materials
6th February 2026

A high pressure grinding roll (HPGR) designed to deliver crushing efficiency, shape and gradation in demanding sand and aggregate applications is now available from Pilot Crushtec. The Metso HRC 8... 


Pilot Crushtec powers Africa’s mining evolution
Pilot Crushtec powers Africa’s mining evolution
30th January 2026

For more than 35 years, crushing and screening solutions provider Pilot Crushtec International has been a driving force in mining productivity, delivering world class crushing and screening... 


Sandvik Rock
Sandvik is shaping the future of rock processing
30th January 2026

Rock processing solutions provider Sandvik has long been recognised as a global leader in engineering solutions for the mining and infrastructure sectors. Within the group, the rock processing... 


Metso’s HRC 8 high pressure grinding roll, available from Pilot Crushtec, is engineered to transform difficult feed into high quality manufactured sand
HRC™ 8 is turning waste into high-value sand
26th January 2026

With demand rising for high quality manufactured sand and pressure mounting to reduce unsaleable materials  and environmental impact, Metso’s HRC™ 8 high pressure grinding roll (HPGR) is proving to... 


Closing the skills gap: how WearCheck training boosts asset reliability
Closing the skills gap: how WearCheck training boosts asset reliability
23rd January 2026

(Virtual Showroom) In workshops, plants and pits across Southern Africa, the craft of machinery maintenance is changing faster than many teams can keep up with. Ever-tightening production targets,... 


Location map of the Koné project
Koné gold project, Côte d'Ivoire – update
23rd January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Montage Gold is making rapid construction progress. 


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Ensuring quality aggregates for reliable construction 
22nd January 2026

In the construction sector the correct sizing and grading of aggregates can determine the strength, durability and long-term performance of a structure, with poorly graded aggregates potentially... 


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Sold equipment for R100k or more? The FICA requirements you need to know
21st January 2026

When your business closes a deal on high-value mining equipment or industrial machinery, Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) compliance might not be front of mind—but it should be. 


Sandvik Rock Processing screens are backed by extensive in-country expertise in West Africa, ensuring reliable support and optimal performance throughout their entire operational lifecycle
Sandvik Rock Processing deepens support across West Africa
19th January 2026

West Africa has long established itself as one of the continent’s most exciting regions for exploration and mining, and Sandvik Rock Processing continues to build on its strong footprint of... 


A custom Weba Chute streamlines material flow from conveyor to stockpile at a platinum mine, precisely managing the material trajectory to eliminate spillage and uncontrolled impact at the start of the circuit
WEBA Chute Systems solves the hidden bottlenecks behind plant underperformance
19th January 2026

Across the mining industry, a notable trend has emerged where original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) contractors and mine operators are... 


Multotec GV Cyclones drive safer, more sustainable tailings management
Multotec GV Cyclones drive safer, more sustainable tailings management
15th January 2026

Managing tailings safely and sustainably remains one of the mining industry’s biggest challeng es. For operations where above-ground deposition in a Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) is the only... 


Amit Dawneerangen, Construction Materials Executive: Sales & Product Technical at Afrisam
Quality aggregates are the foundation of strong, durable construction
13th January 2026

In the world of construction, the quality of materials directly determines the strength, durability and long term performance of any structure. Among these materials, aggregates - whether used in... 


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Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Stage 1 delivery remains on schedule. 


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Black Pine oxide gold project, US – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Liberty Gold has reached a major permitting milestone for the project. 


Gold
GoldStone reports steady operational progress at Homase
7th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed GoldStone Resources has reported gold production at its Homase mine, in Ghana, of 90.6 kg of gold, equivalent to 2 912 oz, for the year ended December 31, all of which was sold during... 


Denzyl Macauley
Safer by design: Multotec redefines screening media attachment systems for faster, safer changeout
7th January 2026

Hand and finger injuries remain one of the most common safety concerns in mining, often occurring during physically demanding maintenance tasks. To help address this risk and remove potential... 


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Stage-1 mine development strengthens Bengwenyama momentum
12th December 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Work on the southern decline at the Bengwenyama project is being accelerated by platinum group metals (PGM) miner Southern Palladium to reach the shallow Upper Group 2 (UG2) reef. This move aims to... 


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CoCT water projects to benefit several communities
12th December 2025

To help to deliver 300-million additional litres of drinking water to residents through its New Water Programme, the City of Cape Town (CoCT) is progressing several water projects, including the... 


Biovac boosts vaccine capabilities with new lab, health tech park to open next door
12th December 2025 By: Irma Venter

Biopharmaceutical company the Biologicals and Vaccines Institute of Southern Africa (Biovac) has opened a product development laboratory at its Cape Town facility. The company says the new... 


New book seeks to demystify customs and excises
12th December 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A new book titled ‘Customs & Excises in One Lesson: The Shortest and Surest Way to Understand Basic Customs & Excises’ has been written by regular Engineering News & Mining Weekly contributor Riaan... 


Multotec’s flame retardant rubber screen panels - a proactive fire safety solution for continuous mineral processing uptime
Multotec’s flame retardant rubber screen panels - a proactive fire safety solution for continuous mineral processing uptime
4th December 2025

Fires on vibrating screen decks pose a significant threat to mining operations, as they can rapidly escalate into uncontrollable incidents that endanger personnel, damage equipment, and disrupt... 


Ian Cockerill
Endeavour targets discovery of 12Moz to 15Moz over next five years
2nd December 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

London- and Toronto-listed Endeavour Mining has announced that its 2026 to 2030 exploration programme is targeting the discovery of between 12-million and 15-million ounces of mineral resources, at... 


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First fully electric mobile crushing plant for Africa
28th November 2025

Sandvik Rock Processing, through distributor S&R Enterprises, has introduced its first fully electric mobile crushing plant in Africa with the sale of its UJ443E heavy jaw unit. Built on a fully... 


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MMD Mineral Sizing Africa partners with Terex Magna
28th November 2025

Africa's mining sector stands at a critical juncture. As operations scale up to meet global demand, the need for high-capacity, mobile equipment that combines productivity with compliance has never... 


FICA compliance at the speed of your business
FICA compliance at the speed of your business
27th November 2025

High-value goods dealers (HVGDs) in South Africa are increasingly vulnerable to money laundering, with the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) identifying them as a key area for concern. 


Can West Virginia go green as Trump backs coal mining?
Can West Virginia go green as Trump backs coal mining?
21st November 2025 By: Reuters

Working in a verdant valley in southeastern West Virginia, Donnie Hairston restacks beehive boxes overturned by a bear and tries to lure wayward goats out of a chicken coop. He is a participant in... 


Pilot Crushtec’s modular sand-making plants offer small-scale producers a fast, reliable and cost effective route to quality sand production - ready to run within just two months
Pilot Crushtec empowers small sand producers with ready to run fit-for-purpose modular plants
13th November 2025

Small scale sand producers now have a cost effective, reliable and integrated solution to their production needs, taking the guesswork and risk out of daily operations. Pilot Crushtec has invested... 


The Sandvik UJ443E heavy jaw crushing plant demonstrates the latest fully electric track platform technology now being adopted by the global mining and aggregates sectors
Africa Welcomes First-Ever Fully Electric Sandvik Mobile Crushing Plant
7th November 2025

The African mining and aggregate industries are marking a major milestone with the arrival of the first fully electric Sandvik mobile crushing plant on the continent. Sold through Sandvik Rock... 


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