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Darren Parker

Darren Parker

Darren Parker is a Creamer Media Contributing Editor Online for Engineering News and Mining Weekly.

By Darren Parker

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Sasol defends disclosure of potential decarbonisation shortcomings as responsible corporate citizenship

3rd November 2023

Energy and chemicals company Sasol has taken exception to nonprofit organisation Just Share accusing it of shirking its responsibility to meet its previously stated goal of reducing its... 


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De Beers, NUM sign five-year wage deal

3rd November 2023

Diamond mining company De Beers has signed a five-year wage agreement with the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) following months of negotiations facilitated by the Commission for Conciliation,... 


Mine-impacted water

Mintek introduces new water filtering membrane technology

3rd November 2023

National mineral research organisation Mintek has introduced its NICMeR membrane, developed in collaboration with the Department of Science and Innovation’s Nanotechnology Innovation Centre (NIC),... 


University of the Witwatersrand School of Geosciences senior lecturer Dr Karen Smit

Ancient diamonds give researchers insight into continental drift

3rd November 2023

New insights into the processes of continental evolution and movement during the early stages of complex life on Earth have been revealed by the examination of ancient, superdeep diamonds that were... 


The Kamoa-Kakula copper complex

Kamoa-Kakula shown to produce least carbon intensive copper globally

2nd November 2023

An updated current and future greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions assessment of the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), conducted by independent consultants Skarn... 


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M&R describes past year as its ‘most difficult’ since 2008

2nd November 2023

The financial year ended June 30 had been the most challenging period for Murray & Roberts (M&R) Holdings since the 2008 global financial crisis, the company said in a statement on November 2. In a... 


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DBSA approves $59.6m for Black Rock Mining graphite project

2nd November 2023

ASX-listed graphite developer Black Rock Mining has received approval from the Development Bank Southern Africa (DBSA) for project debt of up to $59.6-million, which is expected to form part of the... 


Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana

Mining sector will not be spared from coming economic crisis

2nd November 2023

Without an urgent acceleration in the implementation of growth-enhancing structural reforms, South Africa is headed for a fiscal crisis, the Minerals Council South Africa has said, noting that the... 


Investor pressure mounting on mining companies to prioritise ESG

1st November 2023

The mining industry is experiencing mounting pressure from investors to prioritise environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles and incorporate them into operational decision-making,... 


The Syama mine in Mali.

Low grades at Syama drive Resolute’s third-quarter performance down

31st October 2023

ASX-listed gold miner Resolute Mining has revised its full-year guidance down to between 330 000 oz and 340 000 oz from the initial guidance of about 350 000 oz, owing to mining lower grades at its... 


Penansa makes headway on Longonjo financing

31st October 2023

Rare earths and magnet metals mining company Pensana's engineering team has successfully completed a modular redesign of the Longonjo neodymium and praseodymium mine and processing facility in... 


Solar panels and wind turbines

New joint report points way to 11 000 GW of global renewable energy capacity

30th October 2023

The COP28 presidency, the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) and the Global Renewables Alliance (GRA) have launched a joint report on the sidelines of the Pre-COP event in Abu Dhabi,... 


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Graphite from Orom-Cross tested at 99.96% purity

30th October 2023

Additional test work on London-listed Blencowe’s Orom-Cross graphite project, in Northern Uganda, has been completed by two graphite technical specialist laboratories in both China and the US,... 


Overall winner in the professional category: “Khalifah” neckpiece by Lungile Xhwantini from The Platinum Incubator

PlatAfrica honours best platinum jewellery designs

30th October 2023

The winners of the twenty-fourth yearly PlatAfrica Jewellery Design and Manufacturing Competition were announced during a gala awards ceremony held in Melrose, Johannesburg, on October 27.   Hosted... 


CDE executive director Ann Bernstein

CDE lays out path to economic rescue ahead of MTBPS

30th October 2023

Ahead of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s November 1 Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), policy think tank the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) has set out what it thinks... 


South African economy to slow down this year before stabilising in 2024

30th October 2023

South Africa's economic growth is projected to decelerate from 1.9% in 2022 to 0.4% this year, before picking up to 1.3% in 2024, according to data and analytics company GlobalData.  This comes as... 


Springboks singing national anthem

Godongwana’s MTBPS must show same fighting spirit as Boks – BLSA

30th October 2023

Following on the heels of the Springbok’s fourth Rugby World Cup win, Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busi Mavuso has said the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), set to be... 


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Wind turbine consignment arrives at Saldanha Multi-Purpose Terminal

27th October 2023

The Saldanha Multi-Purpose Terminal (MPT), managed by Transnet Port Terminals, is playing a strategic role in discharging imported wind turbine components that will go towards building 32 wind... 


Kodal, Hainan agree on funding terms for Bougouni lithium project

27th October 2023

West Africa-focused lithium and gold mineral exploration and development company Kodal Minerals, along with Kodal Mining UK (KMUK), Hainan Mining and Hainan’s wholly owned UK-incorporated... 


Newfield announces entitlement offer to raise funds for Sierra Leone mine

27th October 2023

ASX-listed Newfield Resources is offering eligible shareholders the opportunity to participate in a pro rata non-renounceable entitlement offer of up to about 117.6-million fully paid ordinary... 


FCEVs to reach 1.5m units by 2030

27th October 2023

Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) are poised for rapid growth and are expected to reach nearly 1.5-million units globally by 2030, according to the World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC). 


Saice, Cesa back Sanral’s decision to withdraw its preferential procurement policy

26th October 2023

The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) and Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) have voiced their support for the decision by the South African National Roads Agency Limited... 


Yanfolila gold mine in Mali

Hummingbird on track to deliver full-year guidance

26th October 2023

Aim-listed gold producer Hummingbird Resources has said its Yanfolila gold mine, in Mali, is well-positioned to meet its financial year 2023 guidance, while the Kouroussa gold mine, in Guinea, is... 


Balwin's Munyaka Crystal Lagoon

Balwin reports growth despite ‘toughest year ever’

26th October 2023

JSE-listed Balwin Properties’ results for the six months ended August 31 have revealed a 33% growth in gross profit margin and a gross profit of R396-million, continuing the company’s recent margin... 


Afrimat group CEO Andries van Heerden

Afrimat continues to weather economic shocks through diversification

26th October 2023

Mid-tier mining and materials company Afrimat’s strategy to diversify between commodities and revenue streams, coupled with stringent capital allocation, has enabled the group to continue to... 


Gold on black carbon

Activated carbon, plant optimisation in focus at gold conference

26th October 2023

Much focus was placed on the latest advances in the use of activated carbon in the gold recovery process at the Go For Gold Conference, held at Gold Reef City, in Johannesburg, this week. ​​The... 


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Metrobus launches intelligent transport system, moves premises

25th October 2023

City of Joburg public transport provider Metrobus has launched an intelligent transport system, which includes an automated fare collection platform, an onboard bus camera monitoring system and... 


Coconut shell activated carbon

Jacobi developing sustainable coconut-based activated carbon production technology

24th October 2023

Gold recovery technology company Jacobi is rolling out a proprietary clean coconut charcoal production technology in India and Sri Lanka using coconut shells sourced from five different countries... 


The Steenkampskraal mine

Steenkampskraal Monazite Mine CEO lays out development plan to 2027

23rd October 2023

Mining company Steenkampskraal Monazite Mine CEO and mine manager Graham Soden has outlined the mine’s planned development strategy to December 2027 to bring the mine into production. In a release... 


First Quantum exercises its option over two Zambia copper licences

23rd October 2023

Copper miner First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has delivered a formal notice to exercise its option over two out of the four licences covered by the option agreement with London-listed exploration and... 


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Tirupati stands to win big off China’s graphite export controls

23rd October 2023

Flake graphite producer Tirupati Graphite believes it stands to benefit from the recent decision by the Chinese government to impose export controls on graphite and related products from December... 


Conventional and mechanised mining viable options at Bengwenyama – study

23rd October 2023

Johannesburg- and Australia-listed Southern Palladium has disclosed the results of geotechnical test work conducted at its Bengwenyama platinum group metals (PGMs) project, situated on the eastern... 


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Shanta reports stable production for the third quarter

23rd October 2023

Aim-listed gold producer, developer and explorer Shanta Gold has reported steady gold production in line with expectations in its production and operational results for the quarter ended September... 


Stakeholder collaboration required to improve road freight safety

20th October 2023

Collaboration between all stakeholders in the road freight industry is critical to improving South Africa’s poor road safety record, certification body JC Auditors CEO Oliver Naidoo said at the... 


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Updated transport sector BBBEE codes key for SME integration

20th October 2023

The Department of Transport is advocating for the infusion of small- and medium-sized (SMEs) into the economy through the alignment of the integrated transport sector codes with the amended generic... 


Wits Mining Institute director Professor Glen Nwaila

Low grades among obstacles facing SA mines but technology seen ensuring long-term sustainability

20th October 2023

Overcoming the numerous challenges faced by the South African mining industry and ensuring its long-term sustainability and growth will require turning research curiosity into improved performance,... 


De Beers CEO Al Cook

De Beers voices support of G7 ban on Russian diamonds

19th October 2023

In an open letter to the Group of Seven (G7) countries, diamond producer De Beers has stated that it fully and unequivocally supports the objectives of the G7 countries to prohibit diamonds of... 


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Vunani earnings down amid coal price ‘collapse’

19th October 2023

Investment group Vunani Capital Partners (VCP) has reported a decline in earnings owing to what it called challenges in its coal investments in the six months ended August 31. However, the group... 


Centamin CEO Martin Horgan

Centamin maintains guidance thanks to operational flexibility, cost management

19th October 2023

London- and Toronto-listed gold mining company Centamin remains on track to meet its full-year guidance. In a release of its quarterly report for the three months ended September 30, it noted that... 


Kendra Gaither appointed as new USAfBC President

19th October 2023

The US Chamber of Commerce has announced Kendra Gaither’s appointment as US-Africa Business Center (USAfBC) president. “What an honour to lead the USAfBC and work with our members and partners to... 


FQM’s Kansanshi S3 mine expansion back on track

19th October 2023

After a decade-long delay, work on mining and metals company First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM’s) Sulphide No 3 (S3) expansion project, at the Kansanshi copper/gold mine, in Zambia, is now back on... 


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