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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
27th May 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

An engineering, procurement and construction management contractor has been appointed to design and construct a lithium pilot processing plant at the Uis mine. 


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Nersa to implement Operation Vulindlela recommendation to drop PPA as 100 MW registration requirement
26th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has confirmed that it will implement the Operation Vulindlela recommendation that power purchase agreements (PPAs) should not be a requirement... 


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Pensana confirms $494m capital cost for its Saltend, Longonjo operations
25th May 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

London-listed Pensana has completed a front-end engineering design (FEED) and value engineering study for a rare earth separation hub at the Saltend Chemicals Park, in the Humber Freeport, in the... 


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Nersa confirms registration of first two 100 MW projects
23rd May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has confirmed the registration of the first two 100 MW projects following the August 2021 amendment of Schedule 2 of the Electricity Regulation... 


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Significant infrastructure agreement signed
20th May 2022

Project management firm GED Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Ministry of Infrastructure, and DRC building firm Agence Congolaise des Grands Travaux finalised the 25-year concession... 


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Much still to do
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

There is no question that Operation Vulindlela has done a good job in identifying the main obstacles to important structural reforms in key growth- and job-creating sectors such as electricity,... 


Steinmüller Africa transforms lives at Vukanini Primary School in Bethal, Mpumalanga
19th May 2022

Steinmüller Africa recently sponsored the refurbishment of Vukanini Primary School, neighbouring the company’s Bethal-based facility. The official handover, attended by one of Steinmüller Africa... 


Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Barbara Creecy
Creecy offers provinces help to process EIAs for 100 MW embedded projects
18th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Barbara Creecy reports that she has written to provincial environment MECs to enquire whether they require any assistance in processing... 


Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana
Godongwana says work under way to unblock R54bn embedded generation pipeline
13th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reports that work is under way with the private sector to unblock the remaining obstacles to investment of about R54-billion in embedded generation projects.... 


The trusted manufacturing partner for the agricultural industry
13th May 2022

For the past 28 years, proudly South African manufacturer Fabrinox has been a trusted partner of choice for the agricultural industry. Our wide range of capabilities includes the manufacturing of... 


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B&E shares mines’ load, risk with broad offering
12th May 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

With buoyant commodity prices attracting considerable investment in mine expansions and new projects, B&E International is growing its support to the sector with a suite of services in mining and... 


Innovative technologies being developed in SA and Scandinavia to increase mining’s sustainability
10th May 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

Innovative technologies to help the mining and minerals processing sectors transition to low-carbon operations and sustainability were the topic at a business breakfast hosted by the Embassies of... 


Takeovers Panel steps into DRA tussle
10th May 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Dual listed project management and operations management group DRA Global went into a trading halt on Tuesday, with Australian Takeovers Panel declaring ‘unacceptable circumstances’ around a... 


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Lifting project comes to a close
29th April 2022 By: Halima Frost

Heavy lifting and rigging specialist Lovemore Bros has successfully concluded a longstanding contract with a global pulp and paper company based in South Africa. The contract, initially signed in... 


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Progress being made to clear way for 4.5 GW of distributed generation, Presidency assures
26th April 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Constraints to implementing a more streamlined registration process for distributed generation power plants below 100 MW have been fully scoped and are being addressed systematically under the... 


Miner’s results reflect commitment to host communities
22nd April 2022

By investing in the people who live in its host communities, energy company Exxaro states that it is investing in the future of South Africa. “Our company depends on communities and our success is... 


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Maintenance needed for ageing infrastructure
22nd April 2022 By: Anna Moross

The ageing electrical infrastructure in South Africa highlights the need for constant monitoring and maintenance to ensure daily functioning, says electricity utility company South Power... 


Michelle Jackson, MD: Property & Buildings at WSP in Africa
Michelle Jackson
22nd April 2022

This week we profile Michelle Jackson, MD: Property & Buildings at WSP in Africa, a multinational engineering and design firm 


Indaba allows stakeholders to nail colours to the mast
22nd April 2022 By: Nadine James

The Investing in African Mining Indaba – hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from May 9 to 12 – allows companies and regulators to publicly state intentions, and drive... 


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Company showcases capabilities on flagship project
22nd April 2022 By: Cameron Mackay

Mining services provider United Mining Services (UMS) Group is involved in a twin shaft sinking, equipping and infrastructure project for the Karowe diamond mine in Botswana. Owned by Lucara... 


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Zest WEG
22nd April 2022

Zest WEG, a subsidiary of leading Brazilian motor and controls manufacturer WEG, is committed to the development of the African region, and has been servicing the continent for over 40 years.... 


The challenges posed by power plant demolition and decontamination
19th April 2022

Technically-demanding projects add to Jet Demolition’s diverse portfolio Power plant demolition and decontamination work represents some of the most demanding, time-sensitive and... 


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Krone-Endora at Venetia project expansion, South Africa – update
15th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Diamcor has noted that its efforts to increase current processing volumes at Krone-Endora at Venetia mine and efficiencies during the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2022, are continuing. 


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Wynyard carnalite project, Canada – update
15th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Karnalyte Resources is updating the National Instrument 43-101 technical report for its Wynyard potash project. 


Desert Bloom attracts Japanese investment
13th April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Japanese energy giant Osaka Gas has entered into a joint development agreement at the $10.75-billion Desert Bloom hydrogen project, in the Northern Territory. The agreement will see Osaka Gas and... 


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Digital platform contributes to successful implementation of mining capital projects
11th April 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

The success of mining projects largely depends on thousands of interconnected decisions made every day, at every level, across multiple organisations, thereby making them highly complex. As such,... 


Company endorsed as first certified training academy
8th April 2022 By: Zandile Mavuso

Consulting engineering and project management company Bosch Ulwazi – a subsidiary of the Bosch Holdings group – has been endorsed by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as its first... 


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Infrastructure-focused project management conversation needed, says Cesa
8th April 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

While upcoming project-orientated economic activity is expected to translate into a yearly demand of 2.3-million new project managers, Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) CEO Chris Campbell... 


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Mardie salt and potash project, Australia – update
8th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

BCI Minerals has flagged cost increases at its Mardie salt and potash project, days after starting construction. 


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Mining capital project success can be secured by implementing digital platform – webinar
7th April 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

The success of mining projects largely depends on thousands of interconnected decisions made every day, at every level, across multiple organisations, thereby making them highly complex. As such,... 


Bigen supports Mauritian Government in major social housing drive
1st April 2022

Established 50 years ago, the Bigen Group has earned a solid reputation as an innovative, solutions-focused infrastructure development Group invested in the future of Africa. With its Head Quarters... 


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Matla life-of-mine projects, South Africa – update
1st April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction is continuing on all four projects. 


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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
1st April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

The Uis tin mine has exceeded its targeted nameplate capacity by 12% in the year ended February 28, reflecting strong operational performance. 


Karnalyte dusts off Saskatchewan potash plans
31st March 2022 By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian fertiliser products company Karnalyte Resources is updating the NI 43-101 technical report for its Wynyard potash project, in Saskatchewan, on the back of a strong outlook for the... 


Pensana continues to progress rare earth projects
30th March 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed Pensana achieved considerable progress for the six months ended December 31, 2021, as the company looks to establish an independent and sustainable magnet metal rare earth production... 


Sedibelo Platinum Mines Limited involved in the exploration, processing of Platinum Group Metals mineral deposits
30th March 2022

Fully integrated Sedibelo Platinum Mines Limited (SPM), is involved in the exploration, development, operation, and processing of Platinum Group Metals (PGM) mineral deposits in the Bushveld... 


Abcourt Mines names new CEO
25th March 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The former president and CEO of Bonterra Resources, Pascal Hamelin, has been appointed new CEO of Abcourt Mines, succeeding founder Renaud Hinse, who is retiring. Hamelin holds a mining... 


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Project management skills vital for local energy transition
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Project management skills are imperative to ensure that South Africa’s clean energy transition is successful, says organisation National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) president Mdu Mlaba and... 


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Debmarine Namibia inaugurates Benguela Gem diamond recovery vessel
18th March 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Diamond mining company Debmarine Namibia on March 18 officially inaugurated its latest diamond recovery vessel, christened on the day as the Benguela Gem (previously the AMV3), at the Port of... 


Mining houses should prioritise human rights to stave off radicalisation among communities
18th March 2022 By: Nadine James

The mining industry must work harder on implementing human rights programmes to prevent the exploitation of unhappy communities for narrow self-defeating motives, Minerals Council South Africa... 


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Big demand for skilled project managers as African activity gathers pace
18th March 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Upcoming project-orientated economic activity is expected to translate into a yearly demand of 2.3-million new project managers, but there is a shortage of talent, nonprofit organisation Project... 


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High-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate plant
18th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

A scoping study on the construction and operation of the plant has returned a robust set of financial metrics over a 20-year project life. 


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Krone-Endora at Venetia project expansion, South Africa – update
18th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Diamcor Mining plans to accelerate certain portions of the planned Phase 2 expansion project at its Krone-Endora at Venetia project. 


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