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Council for Geoscience
Council for Geoscience implores mining companies to share historical data in efforts to revive exploration
20th October 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Many of South Africa’s 53 mineral and metal types remain unexplored, particularly in the Northern Cape, despite a 130-year legacy of mining and a rising global need for critical minerals and metals... 


Gubhani Exploration
Gubhani Exploration: Pioneering the future of surface drilling
20th October 2023

Wholly black female-owned surface exploration drilling company Gubhani Exploration was established in 2008 to set new innovative standards in surface drilling operations. Managed by a geologist,... 


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Partnership formed to focus on directional drilling
20th October 2023

Global mining technology company IMDEX is partnering with directional core drilling (DCD) services and borehole surveying company Devico to expand their DCD capabilities and grow the market for... 


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Merger pursued to bolster digital prospecting ends
20th October 2023 By: Lynne Davies

Having successfully completed the acquisition of scanning and data innovator Minalyze, artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics company Veracio is poised to transform the way the mining... 


MOSA MABUZA
The compilation of the information found in the gold and PGMs atlas is vital for resource classification
Atlas to boost geoscience management
20th October 2023

A Gold and Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Resource Atlas developed through public-private collaboration between the Department of Science and Innovation and Minerals Council South Africa, has been... 


An explosion with ground being blown up in a controlled explosion using the BME Viperdet MS series of Detonators
Nonelectric detonators gain traction
20th October 2023 By: Halima Frost

Since the launch of mining explosives and blasting technology supplier BME’s new Viperdet MS series of detonators in August, the products have been used in 11 successful blasts in the South African... 


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Lead-free detonator range safer for environment
20th October 2023

Commercial explosives and blasting systems developer Orica is taking another step towards its purpose to sustainably capitalise from the Earth’s resources by commercially launching what it claims... 


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New explosives innovation prioritises safety
20th October 2023

The DigiShot Ranger, designed by South African mining explosives manufacturer AECI Mining Explosives has been designed to cater specifically for smaller mines, quarries and civil blasting... 


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Conference hears calls for unified action
20th October 2023

During her keynote address at this year’s Southern Africa Oil and Gas Conference, Deputy Minister in the Presidency Pinky Kekana called on all sectors of South Africa to work together to realise... 


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Oil and gas can benefit S Africa, deserves consideration
20th October 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

With about 27-billion barrels of prospective oil and gas resources on its south, west and east coasts, as well as more than 5.6-trillion cubic metres of prospective shale gas resources onshore,... 


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Energy transition raises questions
20th October 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

The African oil and gas industry is facing increasing pressure to clarify the implications of the energy transition for upstream operations and business models, and explain the contributions that... 


OLI South Africa
OLI South Africa
20th October 2023

OLI is the world’s top-selling supplier of industrial vibration technology products. The OLI product is distributed in Africa by its subsidiary in Gauteng, South Africa. 


HOUNDÉ MILL
The West African Birimian Greenstone Belt is highly prospective and underexplored
Miner focuses on regional growth
13th October 2023

Gold miner Endeavour Mining reports strong operational and financial performance, as well as on-track guidance and robust shareholder returns, following the release of the company’s second-quarter... 


MUHAMMADU BUHARI
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari attended the 2022 iteration of Nigeria Mining Week
Nigeria Mining Week event returns in October
13th October 2023

The returning Nigeria Mining Week event promises to be a “significant platform for key stakeholders” in the mining industry to converge and discuss the pivotal role that Nigeria’s critical mineral... 


EDIKAN MINE
Perseus produced 136 634 oz of gold across its three operating West African gold mines – Yaouré, Sissingué and Edikan
Midtier gold miner outdoes performance expectations
13th October 2023

At the end of its 2023 financial year ended June 30, midtier gold producer Perseus Mining’s performance exceeded market expectations and showcased the company’s commitment to sustainable growth and... 


SUSTAINABLE MINING
Gold Fields recognises responsible mining practices as being intrinsic to long-term sustainability
Gold major highlights regional commitment
13th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

South Africa-headquartered gold major Gold Fields has underscored its commitment to Ghana with a proposal to create Africa’s largest gold mine through a joint venture (JV) between its Tarkwa mine,... 


VOLTVISION CUBE INSTALLATION
VoltVision is transforming energy management in West African mines
Energy management platform increases efficiency
13th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

While West Africa is home to a thriving mining industry, miners in the region face challenges, which are multifaceted in nature and range from power quality issues to supply chain concerns, coupled... 


KEY PLAYER
The Douta project, with its promising gold discoveries, positions Thor Explorations as a key player in West Africa's mining sector
Geological riches pursued in Nigeria, Senegal
13th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

West Africa-focused gold explorer and producer Thor Explorations has recognised the vast opportunities presented by Nigeria’s underexplored geological assets and has embarked on a mission to... 


SOLAR COMMITMENT
The commitment to solar battery hybrid projects underscores the company’s dedication to environmental responsibility
Partnership to boost regional energy offering
13th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

A planned strategic combination of South African petroleum and lubricants company Engen and fuels and lubricants company Vivo Energy, aimed at establishing a significant energy distribution company... 


Merger adds Senegal prospects to portfolio
13th October 2023

Canada-based precious metals mining company Fortuna Silver Mines has completed the acquisition of ASX-listed gold and silver miner Chesser Resources, thereby expanding Fortuna’s presence in West... 


A large electric motor sat on the ground sealed in an orange corrosion proof and fire retardant paint at a mine in Africa
Collaboration to develop heavy-duty motors
13th October 2023

Industrial products supplier BMG’s electric motor designers and engineers have collaborated with global electric motor specialists to develop the Synergy IE3 range of electric motors that meet... 


X.e series agitator on display, painted red
Local agitator order a world first for global drive engineer
13th October 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

Drive engineering specialist SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa has secured the world’s first order for its new X.e series agitator unit, launched in July, from a participant in the South African mining... 


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Ninth successful winding project completed
13th October 2023

Electric motor repair service provider Marthinusen & Coutts has performed its ninth on site gearless mill drive winding project for copper miner First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM’s) Cobre copper mine in... 


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YC Diesel – Your choice of the ultimate power solution
13th October 2023

Doubletree International Trading SA is a newly established company situated in Pomona, in Kempton Park, specialising in the exclusive distribution and support of the Yuchai range of diesel engines... 


Smart conveyor system boosts safety
6th October 2023

Positioned as the “future” of idler roller monitoring in conveyor systems, the Smart Mine’s artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) Smart Conveyor solution from automation, hydraulics and mobile... 


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Protection systems simplify safety
6th October 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Conveyor materials handling original-equipment-manufacturer Electrotron’s ScanBelt suite of conveyor belt protection systems helps to improve safety and efficiency while decreasing downtime and... 


An image of of TAKRAF's conveyor system commissioned for the Chuquicamata Underground Mine
Powerful system commissioned at Chile mine
6th October 2023

While attending this year’s Beltcon International Materials Handling Conference in Johannesburg over August 2 and 3, mining equipment manufacturer TAKRAF showcased what it claims is the “world’s... 


COAL SCREEN
A double deck vibrating screen in a coal application
Company localises engagement for growth in Africa
6th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

In the dynamic mining and rock processing landscape, proximity to customers and swift access to support services play a pivotal role in maintaining operational efficiency and building lasting... 


ENERGY SAVINGS
High pressure grinding roll technology enables mining operations to achieve energy savings that surpass a conventional approach
Flowsheet redefines beneficiation sustainability
6th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

The mining industry is at a critical juncture, where sustainability and energy efficiency have become paramount. In pursuit of this, mining technology company Weir Minerals says its... 


PARTS INVENTORY
With over 93 000 wear and spare parts in stock, Pilot Crushtec ensures minimum downtime when it comes to maintenance or breakdown repairs
Warranties key to customer satisfaction – supplier
6th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

While competitive pricing may attract attention, it is the combination of robust warranties and strong aftermarket support that truly defines operational efficiency, longevity and total cost of... 


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OLI South Africa
6th October 2023

Making business simpler for customers while going global with a first-class product range, has proved successful in establishing industrial vibration technology company OLI as the world’s... 


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Sintech
29th September 2023 By: Yolande Botes

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... 


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Anthracite shaft on track for scheduled production
29th September 2023 By: Bridget Lepere

The construction of the Mngeni shaft of KwaZulu-Natal-based prime anthracite producer Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) remains on track, on schedule and within budget to deliver first coal by the... 


CUTTING EMISSIONS
Countries that are heavily reliant on coal for baseload power should look to implement clean coal technologies in their carbon emission strategies
Practical JET implementation
29th September 2023 By: Bridget Lepere

Negative pressures – such as lower coal prices, loadshedding and poor logistics performance by State-owned freight company Transnet – have impacted on coal miners’ approach to the just energy... 


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Emissions-reducing tech highlighted
29th September 2023 By: Bridget Lepere

The South African Coal Processing Society (SACPS) is proposing carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology as one of the readily available technologies to reduce coal-related emissions. CCS is a... 


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