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The 212.91 ct Type II white diamond
Gem recovers 212.91ct diamond at Letsěng
23rd September 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Gem Diamonds has recovered a 212.91ct Type II white diamond at the Letsěng mine in Lesotho. This is the thirteenth diamond greater than 100 ct recovered this year. 


Fatal rockfall incident claims life at Caledonia's Blanket mine
Fatal rockfall incident claims life at Caledonia's Blanket mine
23rd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Gold miner Caledonia Mining has confirmed a fatal accident at its Blanket mine, in Zimbabwe. The incident occurred on September 21, when an employee was struck by a fall of rock while drilling in... 


Apollo Silver to option Cinco de Mayo project
23rd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-V-listed Apollo Silver has announced an exploration, earn-in and option agreement with fellow-listed MAG silver to acquire the Cinco de Mayo project, in Mexico. Chairperson and interim CEO... 


Urbix to get $125m from US govt to fund graphite processing facility
Urbix to get $125m from US govt to fund graphite processing facility
23rd September 2024 By: Darren Parker

US-based graphite processing technology developer Urbix has been selected by the US Department of Energy’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) for final negotiations for an... 


Dominic Barton
Rio Tinto chair warns mining deals won't solve supply crisis
23rd September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The world needs more mines to cope with rising demand for key energy-transition metals like copper, as mergers and acquisitions will not plug a looming supply gap, Rio Tinto Group chairman Dominic... 


First Quantum's Sentinel mine
Zambian miners resist State taking bigger stake in resources
23rd September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Zambian mining companies met with the government to resolve differences over a proposed legal change that would potentially give the state a bigger share of its mineral resources. Draft... 


Orion Minerals CEO Errol Smart
To date, half of new Northern Cape copper mine’s employees are from host communities
20th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Half of the employees of the emerging Prieska Copper Zinc Mine in South Africa’s prospective Northern Cape were, as of June 30, made up of members of the host community towns of Prieska, Marydale,... 


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Diamond miner turns gumboots into school shoes for learners
20th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Petra Diamonds’ Cullinan diamond mine (CDM) has successfully launched its Gumboot Recycling project, aimed at reducing plastic waste while supporting education through its Schools’ Support... 


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PGMs, decarbonisation, surface gold recovery make headlines
20th September 2024

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer discusses the R18bn platinum group metals project in Limpopo that received the feasibility green light; Heraeus believes platinum group metals can play an... 


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Choice of hybrid power and sustainability solutions
20th September 2024

The availability of a variety of energy technologies, including solar, wind, steam and battery energy storage solutions, allows customers to consider various hybrid energy options to meet their... 


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Ensuring chute operation with varying conveyor belt speeds
20th September 2024

In the mining environment, chutes are designed to manage some variance in the loads being transported by conveyor systems but significant changes in conveyor belt speeds can lead to complications.... 


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Dewatering solutions for African mines
20th September 2024

Availability of the right equipment and expertise as well as sufficient stock levels are seen as crucial in responding to urgent dewatering needs in the mining sector, says Integrated Pump... 


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Advanced monitoring technology for conveyors
20th September 2024

A new system that enables early detection of potential problems on conveyor systems was recently unveiled by Tru-Trac at Electra Mining Africa. The monitoring technology is used to identify and... 


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Diesel-saving innovation unveiled
20th September 2024

An anti-idle auxiliary power unit (APU) promises significant cost savings in haul trucks and other machinery used in surface mining and quarrying operations. The APU keeps the heating, ventilation... 


Trigg acquires Spartan and Taylors Arm antimony projects in NSW
20th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

ASX-listed gold and base metals exploration and development company Trigg has signed a binding purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the ultra-high grade Spartan and Taylors Arm antimony projects... 


ND Engineering executives
ND Engineering announced the overall winner at this year’s Stainless Steel Awards
20th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) has announced the winners of its Stainless Steel Awards after a five-year hiatus, with ND Engineering having been awarded the... 


Xylem opens offices in Richards Bay
20th September 2024

The new office expands direct services and support for water solutions to the greater Richards Bay area.  Xylem, the world's leading provider of pure water technologies and solutions, has opened a... 


Queensland backing Kestrel Coal to waste gas-to-energy project
20th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Queensland government has announced its backing for a new gas-to-electricity power project that will reduce mining emissions by more than one-million tonnes of CO2. The government is investing... 


First Quantum's Kansanshi mine has depleted oxide reserves and is transitioning to a large sulphide development.
Midnight Sun begins Solwezi exploration in hunt for Kansanshi feed
20th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian exploration company Midnight Sun Mining has initiated exploration at the Kazhiba target, located on its Solwezi property in Zambia. This marks the latest phase of the company's... 


First Mining raises cash for Canada gold projects
20th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Gold developer First Mining has announced a C$7-million bought-deal public offering and nonbrokered private placement to raise funds to advance its Springpole and Duparquet projects. Springpole,... 


O3 Mining expands in Casa Berardi trend
20th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Exploration company O3 Mining is further consolidating its presence in the Casa Berardi trend by acquiring the Desjardins property, located adjacent to the Kinebik project. The Kinebik project... 


A copper M&A frenzy masks big miners’ hesitation to build
A copper M&A frenzy masks big miners’ hesitation to build
20th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

In the dusty, treeless outback of Southern Australia, a brand new mining camp is home to a hundred workers, putting in 12-hour days, two weeks at a time. Dozens of trucks are scattered across the... 


RELIABLE SOLUTIONS
Goodwin pumps offer customers a hardworking, reliable and sustainable solution to their most difficult applications
New Kitwe branch enhances regional support
20th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

With an optimistic outlook for the Zambian mining market, pump manufacturer Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has made a significant investment into Zambia by opening a branch in Kitwe, one of the... 


DELIVERING SOLUTIONS
DGC has concentrated on delivering industrial services critical to Zambia’s mining and industrial sectors
Company celebrates decade of industry integration, regional expansion
20th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Global refractory and industrial solutions provider Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) is observing ten years of activity in Zambia in 2024, a period marked by the company’s strategic engagement in... 


WORLD FIRST
The trial marks the world’s first technological feasibility study of an ultra-large, full battery rigid-frame dump truck
Global miner trials battery-powered dump truck
20th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

A battery-powered dump truck is being trialled by Canada-based mining and metals company First Quantum Minerals (FQM) at its Kansanshi mine, in Zambia, which the miner says marks the world’s first... 


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Indaba tackles challenges, sets path for better future
20th September 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

This year’s Joburg Indaba will focus on the local mining sector’s role in fostering inclusive economic growth amid an everchanging economic and political landscape, says events organiser Joburg... 


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Steenhuisen outlines vision for growing and modernising SA’s agriculture ecosystem
20th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Newly appointed Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is pushing a renewed focus on structural reforms, biosecurity and improved trade relations with other countries as the Democratic Alliance... 


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More conducive policy environment required for raw mineral exports
20th September 2024

Despite the Minerals Council South Africa supporting the beneficiation of minerals where relevant, the professional body calls for a more conducive policy environment and a more informed export tax... 


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Minerals Act to balance sustainability, investment
20th September 2024

The pivotal Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA) – legislation introduced in 2004 – marked a transformative shift in South Africa's mining landscape, and redefined mineral... 


SETTING NEW STANDARDS
The award from the Mines Safety Department highlights Kagem’s role as a leader in the mining industry, setting new standards for safety and operational excellence
Emerald miner achieves 7.5m LTI-free hours
20th September 2024

Zambia’s single-largest producing emerald mine, gemstone miner Gemfields’ Kagem emerald mine has achieved more than 7.5-million lost time injury- (LTI-) free hours, which the miner says underscores... 


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Uptick in demand for HVAC systems by OEM sector
20th September 2024

There has been a noticeable uptick in demand for the locally manufactured Booyco heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems by South Africa’s original-equipment manufacturers (OEM),... 


The above image depicts the pouring of an N’GENIUS Series grade from furnace into ladle at Furniss & White
UK foundry first user of new austenitic steels
20th September 2024

British steel foundry Furniss & White has become the first company in the world to manufacture castings using an “innovative new series of high-strength austenitic stainless steels”. Furniss &... 


The above image depicts Sassda executive director Michel Basson.
Organisation reintroduces awards, promotes sustainability
20th September 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Celebrating its sixtieth anniversary, the Southern African Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) has reintroduced the Sassda and Columbus Stainless Awards – with the theme of innovation... 


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South Africa must grasp the green hydrogen opportunity for the benefit of its people
20th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Representatives of development finance institutions, private sector banks, mining companies, automotive manufacturers, and energy development organisations are increasingly urging South Africa Inc... 


Integrated Pump Technology showcased expanded pump range at Electra Mining Africa
Integrated Pump Technology showcased expanded pump range at Electra Mining Africa
20th September 2024 By: Yolande Botes

Leading provider of pump solutions to the mining industry Integrated Pump Technology highlighted its recent appointment as an official Godwin distributor at Electra Mining Africa, solidifying its... 


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Steenhuisen outlines vision for growing and modernising SA’s agriculture ecosystem
20th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Newly appointed Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is pushing a renewed focus on structural reforms, biosecurity and improved trade relations with other countries as the Democratic Alliance... 


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Endeavour silver/lead/zinc mine restart project, Australia
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

An optimised mine plan has demonstrated that the project will generate outstanding financial returns and create substantial value. 


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Rhine water transport pipeline, Germany
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

RWE Power plans to build an underground pressure pipeline to transport water from the Rhine river to its opencast mines in the Rhenish lignite mining area. 


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Woodlark gold project, Papua New Guinea
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A July 2024 scoping study has proposed gold production from low-strip openpit mining of more than 97% measured and indicated mineral resources.  


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Evander Mines’ 7 Shaft – Egoli project, South Africa – update
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

All the required permits have been approved. 


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Gravelotte emerald mine, South Africa – update
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

URA Holdings has postponed the first trial-sale of emeralds in Thailand. 


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Harmony Gold renewable-energy programme, South Africa – update
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Harmony Gold Mining Company expects to break ground on Phase 2a of its renewable-energy programme in the first quarter of the 2025 financial year. 


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