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Lucara, UMS commemorate final production shaft blast, safety milestones at Karowe mine
5th September 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Toronto-listed Lucara Diamond, along with its partner in the project, mining and mineral processing project services provider United Mining Services (UMS), on September 4 hosted a final production... 


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Acoustic camera tech boosts refinery safety
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Provider of non-destructive testing equipment, accessories and consumables GammaTec has partnered with global acoustic technology company Sorama to drive innovation in refinery safety with its... 


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Supplier grows capacity to meet increased demand
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Local supplier of stainless steel and special alloy products, EMVAfrica is expanding its capacity to meet rising demand for refinery infrastructure projects across Africa. The company says its... 


Seifsa-Sponsored metals innovation hub honours successful SMEs
Seifsa-Sponsored metals innovation hub honours successful SMEs
4th September 2025

Emerging SMEs were celebrated at the Metals Innovation Hub Exhibition and Certification ceremony on August 27 at the SEIFSA Training Centre in Actonville. The event celebrated the first 15... 


Selecting high performance cement and aggregates is vital to delivering durable, safe and cost effective road upgrades that meet long-term service demands
Why cutting quality is cutting corners on South Africa’s future
3rd September 2025

In a construction landscape where cost pressures are rising, AfriSam’s Amit Dawneerangen is raising a red flag cautioning contractors that cutting corners on material quality may appear cost... 


Qlik AI Reality Tour Returns to South Africa to Turn AI Strategy into Execution
Qlik AI Reality Tour Returns to South Africa to Turn AI Strategy into Execution
1st September 2025

Qlik®, a global leader in data integration, data quality, analytics, and artificial intelligence, recently announced the launch of its 2025 AI Reality Tour, a global tour designed to help... 


The Best Efficiency Point describes the flow rate and head conditions at which a pump operates with maximum efficiency
Italian pump manufacturer orders Vesconite Hilube components following successful BEP testing
1st September 2025

An Italian pump manufacturer has ordered Vesconite Hilube line shaft bushings following a successful efficiency test conducted at its pump’s Best Efficiency Point (BEP). The manufacturer... 


Rainbow Rare Earths CEO George Bennett.
South Africa streaks ahead with exceptionally pure rare earth optimised in Joburg lab
1st September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa has delivered what is described as “an exceptionally pure rare earth product”, which has been optimised in a Johannesburg laboratory. The breakthrough is part of the rare earths... 


Exposure Limits for Diesel Particulate Matter in South Africa: A Guideline for South African Mines
Exposure Limits for Diesel Particulate Matter in South Africa: A Guideline for South African Mines
29th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM)—also known as black smoke or soot—is a toxic pollutant emitted from diesel engines. Comprising ultra-fine carbon-based particles, DPM can deeply... 


Trafo Power Solutions
Trafo Power Solutions evolves to offer range of electrical power solutions
29th August 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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Mintek highlights importance of continued research and process optimisation for ferroalloys production
29th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The ongoing research and development of new technologies and processes for the ferroalloys industry is crucial for adequately addressing the challenges faced and opportunities available in this... 


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Dry-type transformers gaining traction amid renewables integration
29th August 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With mining companies increasingly opting for on-site renewable-energy installations to ensure reliable power, and improve their environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials, electrical... 


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Industry collaboration key for export success
29th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Success in exporting – facilitated in part by a strong relationship with industry association South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) – contributes to South Africa’s economic growth... 


Giyani’s water thirst to be quenched by end-September
29th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Giyani Water Intervention Programme, in Limpopo province’s Mopani district, is expected to be completed before the end of September 2025. Currently 90.23% complete, the long-delayed Giyani... 


Continuous reef extraction.
New mining technology is pointing to continuous round-the-clock operation on many fronts
27th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The new mining technology being advanced by Master Drilling promises “continuous”, round-the-clock mining uplift – even when it comes to narrow reef extraction. On the new technology being... 


White Mesa
Energy Fuels produces first dysprosium oxide in US at Utah mill
22nd August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Denver-based Energy Fuels announced on Thursday that it has produced its first kilogram of dysprosium oxide at its White Mesa mill in Utah, marking a step toward commercial-scale output of heavy... 


Sintech
Sintech
22nd August 2025

Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a range of applications in mining and mining-related industries. Sintech supplies... 


READY-TO-GO To supply the Sandsloot Underground exploration decline shaft with dynamic ventilation, Dwyka undertook the sourcing, assembly, testing and delivery of Australia-made fans, to the mine in Limpopo
Dual-speed fans provide air-on-demand in PGM mine
22nd August 2025 By: Donna Slater

A ventilation-on-demand (VoD) system was commissioned by South African technology integrator and mining services company Dwyka Mining Services for the Sandsloot Underground exploration decline... 


Cuttings from the Monte Muambe project
Monte Muambe rare earths and fluorspar project, Mozambique – update
22nd August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Altona Rare Earths has reported that it has received partial mineralogy and geochemistry results of gallium samples from Monte Muambe. 


AXXIST Initiation System
Technology optimises mines’ rock fragmentation and operational efficiency
21st August 2025

Advanced blasting technologies, combined with specialised expertise and meticulous planning, are helping mines achieve new levels of productivity and efficiency. Quality blasts that deliver optimal... 


Gina Rinehart
Mining tycoon Rinehart joins push against costs of net zero
20th August 2025 By: Bloomberg

Mining tycoon Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest person, has urged the country to ditch its pursuit of net zero emissions, insisting the costs of climate action will devastate sectors from... 


Allegiant consolidates ownership of Nevada’s Bolo gold project
19th August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canada-listed Allegiant Gold on Monday announced the acquisition of the remaining 49.99% interest in the Bolo gold project, in Nevada, from CopAur Minerals, giving the company full ownership of the... 


American Rare Earths starts test mining at Wyoming mine
19th August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed American Rare Earths (ARR) has begun test mining at its Cowboy State Mine (CSM) in Wyoming as part of a plan to supply feedstock for a demonstration plant. Through its US subsidiary... 


Altona confirms fluorspar in gallium samples from Monte Muambe
15th August 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Altona Rare Earths has reported that it has received partial mineralogy and geochemistry results of gallium samples from the Monte Muambe rare earths and gallium project, in... 


Massive infrastructure at a mine site
Mining sector must embrace ethical tech shift
15th August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

The mining sector is at a “critical turning point”, as rapid advances in digital and automation technologies, particularly AI, redefine how mines operate and compete, says mining equipment... 


water electrolysis testing stations
Innovation group adds more tech to portfolio
15th August 2025 By: Halima Frost

To remain at the forefront of driving South Africa’s strategic energy objectives, the National Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Research Development and Innovation Strategy, known as Hydrogen South Africa,... 


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Stronger manganese demand predicted despite challenges
15th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

There remains a defiant expectation of sustained growth in manganese demand over the long term, driven by traditional steel markets and the emerging demand from electric vehicle (EV) batteries,... 


New-vehicle sales notch up best month since October 2019, exports down 1.9%
15th August 2025 By: Irma Venter

July delivered the best monthly new-vehicle sales tally since October 2019, says naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. Last month’s new-vehicle sales, at 51 383 units, were up 15.6% compared... 


Astec cold planer ensures precision milling on N5 road rehabilitation
Astec cold planer ensures precision milling on N5 road rehabilitation
14th August 2025

In a landmark order, global equipment manufacturer Astec Industries has supplied and commissioned the first Astec (Roadtec) cold planer on the important N5 corridor maintenance and rehabilitation... 


Re-evaluation at Galileo’s KCB licences confirms copper in drillholes
13th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed Galileo Resources is “very pleased” with the outcome of the re-evaluation of its previous holes on Kalahari Copperbelt (KCB), CEO and chairperson Colin Bird says. Given that various... 


Waratah Minerals raises A$30m to accelerate Spur drilling
Waratah Minerals raises A$30m to accelerate Spur drilling
13th August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Waratah Minerals said on Wednesday it had secured firm commitments to raise A$30-million through a share placement, with proceeds to accelerate exploration at its Spur gold/copper... 


Debunking 5 Myths About Lubricants: Separating Fact from Fiction
Debunking 5 Myths About Lubricants: Separating Fact from Fiction
12th August 2025

Why Colour is not a reliable indicator of quality Misconceptions about lubricants are not just harmless misunderstandings; they can have serious consequences for machine maintenance and operational... 


Zanaga reports improved targeted economics for Congo-Brazzaville project
11th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed Zanaga Iron Ore Company has reported a material improvement in the targeted economics at its flagship Zanaga project, in Congo-Brazzaville, driven by the ability to produce a high-grade... 


Unathi Fani – Manager: Technical Advisory, SA Lubricants at Engen
Women’s Month Feature - Unathi Fani
11th August 2025

In celebration of Women’s Month, we sit down with Unathi Fani, Manager of Technical Advisory for Engen Lubricants, to explore the lessons she’s learned, the barriers she’s overcome, and the advice... 


Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
8th August 2025

By; Lebo Ntsane - MMM Segment Service Sales Lead – Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa Industries are facing a critical shortage of skilled technicians, especially for maintaining ageing... 


Firm announces battery breakthrough
8th August 2025

 Active pharmaceutical ingredients, dyes and specialty chemicals manufacturer Macsen Labs has recently announced a breakthrough in sodium-ion battery technology through the successful research and... 


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Manufacturer stresses importance of industrial efficiency for cleaning chemicals
8th August 2025

Providing effective, ecofriendly solutions and contributing to lowering maintenance costs and improving overall productivity across various industries remain key in the strategic outlook of... 


Hisense SA grows its TV, fridge output, seeks more local suppliers
8th August 2025 By: Irma Venter

Hisense South Africa (SA) deputy GM Luna Nortje says there is potential at the television (TV) and refrigerator assembler to increase the local sourcing of electronic components, compressors,... 


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Applying curiosity, empathy and precision at TLT-Turbo Africa
8th August 2025

A mechatronics engineer at TLT-Turbo Africa, Natascha Minges Freitas is a shining example of how technical expertise, curiosity and human-centred thinking can combine to create meaningful impact in... 


Shock Wave Engineering
Shock Wave Engineering
8th August 2025

With the global population projected to grow from the current 8-billion people to 10-billion by 2050, the agriculture industry faces some significant questions: How will the planet feed an... 


Stellar Resources CEO Simon Taylor has outlined favourable macro settings for the company's growth plans.
Stellar CEO: 'Macros for tin looking really good'
4th August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australian project developer Stellar Resources is making good progress at its Heemskirk project in Tasmania, one of the highest-grade undeveloped tin assets globally. Speaking at the Diggers and... 


Outgoing Boss Energy MD and CEO Duncan Craib
Boss Energy CEO urges Australia to capitalise on uranium opportunity
4th August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Uranium mining company Boss Energy MD and CEO Duncan Craib has called on Australia to unlock its vast uranium resources, warning that the country is missing out on a once-in-a-generation... 


Valves in use on a mine site
Collaborative approach, valve innovation improving performance
1st August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As mining operations extend into harsher and more remote environments in their search for new mineral discoveries, the role of high-performance, durable and locally made valves is becoming more... 


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