Wind body aims to use mentoring scheme to support gender transformation

The South African Wind Energy Association (Sawea) has launched a programme to connect leading women in the energy sector with senior students at South African universities and young professionals... 

Still much uncertainty as LPG stakeholders grapple with market inquiry findings

In the findings and recommendations of the first-ever market inquiry into the local liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) industry, the Competition Commission urges public and private organisations to... 

Lonmin outlines measures to remain sustainable amid adverse economic conditions

Despite “pleasing” third-quarter production results, which showed an improved mining performance, reduced unit costs and increased net cash in July, platinum mining major Lonmin remains concerned... 

Women still not participating ‘extensively’ in mining sector – IFC

Although mining companies are moving in the right direction with regard to women’s participation, women are still not participating extensively, meaning that effectively 50% of the population... 

Mining contractors progressing work at Xtract’s Mozambique gold project, alluvial mining to start soon

The mining contractor activity at Aim-listed Xtract Resources’ Manica concession area, in Mozambique, is progressing “favourably”, with initial mining of the alluvial gold deposits expected to... 

Bushveld Energy, IDC studies indicate favourable vanadium battery, electrolyte demand

There is favourable demand for vanadium redox flow batteries (VRFBs), particularly in the utility and offgrid, as well as minigrid markets, with demand to peak in 2025 to 2030. This is according to... 

Vedanta commits majority of Gamsberg capex, progresses waste stripping

Diversified miner Vedanta Resources’ Zinc International subsidiary has committed more than 80% of the $400-million capital expenditure for the first phase of the Gamsberg zinc project, in the... 

Survey identifies protecting market share as one of top priorities for South African organisations

Protecting market share, strengthening customer relationships and driving efficiencies are key priorities for South African organisations, according to survey findings presented at the Experian... 

BMG to distribute Eaton’s conveyor solutions across sub-Saharan Africa

Power management solutions provider Eaton has signed a distribution partnership agreement with technical solutions provider and engineering consumables and components distributor Bearing Man Group... 

Fund invests into African rail operator

The Pan-African Infrastructure Development Fund 2 (PAIDF2) has concluded an investment into Sheltam Mauritius, which is the parent company of the South African locomotive and rail operator Sheltam... 

Gamsberg zinc project on course for first production in mid-2018

Diversified miner Vedanta Resources' Gamsberg zinc project, in the Northern Cape, remains on track for first production in mid-2018. Prestart activities and waste stripping at the project have... 

40% BEE stake mulled for Venetia mine employee transporters

Diamond miner De Beers has announced the launch of a major empowerment deal regarding the transportation of employees to and from its operations at the Venetia diamond mine, in Limpopo. In a... 

Lonmin to sell excess processing capacity, implement other measures to ensure sustainability

Despite “pleasing” third-quarter production results, which showed an improved mining performance, reduced unit costs and increased net cash in July, platinum mining major Lonmin remains concerned... 

Zwane expresses concern over proposed mining retrenchments

The South African government is concerned about the various retrenchment announcements issued by mining companies in recent weeks, says Mineral Resources Minister Mosebenzi Zwane. “We continue to... 

Richmont’s Island Gold drives strong quarterly gold production, performance

Small-scale gold producer Richmont Mines has reported a strong operating and financial performance for the second quarter ending June 30, driven by solid results from its flagship Island Gold mine,... 

Women representation increases from ‘extreme minority’ to 13%-plus of SA’s mining workforce

The local mining industry has made significant strides in executing trans- formation and promoting gender diversity in terms of women representation, with the number of women having increased from... 

New approaches key to surmounting water infrastructure challenges

Infrastructure modernisation, consumer education and data analytics will be key tools to overcome the challenges posed by ageing water infrastructure.  This is according to engineering, procurement... 

Legal and policy certainty required if gas economy is to be realised

Key factors that will influence the establishment of a gas economy in South Africa include the passing of the amended Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA) and greater clarity... 

Women representation increases from ‘extreme minority’ to 13%-plus of SA’s mining workforce

The local mining industry has made significant strides in executing transformation and promoting gender diversity in terms of women representation, with the number of women having increased from an... 

Nokeng breaks ground at Gauteng’s new R1.7bn fluorspar mine

Nokeng Fluorspar Mine has broken ground at the site of its R1.7-billion fluorspar mine, near Rust de Winter, in Gauteng.  This is the first new fluorspar mine to be built in Gauteng in 12 years,... 

Moves to fast-track regulation could ignite energy efficiency sector

As businesses move to become more self-reliant and decrease their exposure to electricity price volatility, government is also moving ahead with policy support for energy efficiency initiatives in... 

AfDB in $2bn project finance pact

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have signed a landmark agreement to strengthen their partnership at country level and jointly contribute to $2-billion... 

Bearings, power transmission giant moves to 5 000 m2 site

As part of its business strategy to re-engineer and optimise global operations, bearings and mechanical power transmission solutions provider Timken has opened a new facility in Gauteng. The... 

New R1.7bn Gauteng fluorspar mine to rank in bottom cost quartile

The new R1.7-billion Nokeng fluorspar mine near Rust de Winter, in Gauteng, the development of which started last month, was expected to lead in terms of production volume and quality, and rank “in... 

De Beers’ Venetia mine launches multimillion-rand empowerment deal

Diamond miner De Beers has announced the launch of a major empowerment deal related to the transportation of employees to and from its operations at the Venetia diamond mine, in Limpopo. In a... 

Vedanta’s Zinc International production down y/y in Q1, Zambia copper production improves

Diversified miner Vedanta Resources' Zinc International business recorded a 25% year-on-year decrease in production to 32 000 t  for the quarter ended June 30 – the first quarter of its 2018... 

Kodal receives final high-grade lithium drill results for Bougouni prospect

Aim-listed Kodal Minerals has received final drill results for the Ngoualana prospect at the Bougouni lithium project, in southern Mali, which show high-grade lithium mineralisation, the company... 

New water-quality analyser launched for smart water networks

Environmental consultant SI Analytics, a division of JSE-listed technology solutions provider EOH, has launched the new Smart Low Energy Analyser (Lea), a self-powered and multi-parameter... 

Otis relaunches training academy to build skills, expertise in industry

Elevator and escalator manufacturer Otis South Africa earlier this month relaunched its training academy in line with its skills development programme, which is designed to create technical and... 

Canada’s First Cobalt hoping to seal DRC exploration deal by next month

Cobalt asset group First Cobalt aims to close the transaction of a strategic alliance for a 70% interest in seven prospective copper/cobalt exploration properties in the Democratic Republic of the... 

New local fluorspar mine set to lead globally in production volume, quality and cost

The new R1.7-billion Nokeng fluorspar mine in Gauteng, the development of which got under way last month, is expected to lead in terms of production volume and quality, and to rank “in the bottom... 

University library, student resources building wins prestigious award

The Sol Plaatje University library and student resources building project, in Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, has been awarded the 2017 Fulton Concrete Award in the buildings greater than three... 

Hudaco remains cash generative in tough economic environment

Despite a difficult economic and trading environment, JSE-listed industrial products provider Hudaco remains cash-generative, with operations having generated net cash of R247-million for the six... 

Mining Charter Three unpacked ahead of court hearing

Ahead of the High Court of South Africa’s hearing, on July 18, to decide on an interdict to halt the implementation of the revised Mining Charter, Deloitte Africa Energy and Resources leader Andrew... 

Mining ups y/y output in May, but down again month on month

South Africa’s headline mining production grew 3.6% year-on-year in May, but contracted -0.2% from the downwardly revised month-on-month decrease in April over March, of -1.4%. The three largest... 

Harmony achieves fatality-free quarter, exceeds yearly production guidance

JSE-listed Harmony Gold’s South Africa and Papua New Guinea operations achieved a milestone fatality-free quarter in the June 2017 quarter.  Moreover, gold production for the financial year ending... 

Singularity University to host inaugural African summit

Singularity University, a global community leveraging exponential technologies to tackle the world’s key challenges, will host its first international SingularityU South Africa Summit from August... 

AfDB approves $15m equity investment to support inclusive growth

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $15-million investment in multinational private equity fund Shore Capital Fund III (ShoreCap III), which promotes financial inclusion by... 

Afrimat Construction Index continues to outperform general economy

Despite negative perceptions, South Africa’s economy remains resilient, while the construction industry remains healthy and continues to perform well, says JSE-listed openpit mining company and... 

New Archicad solution incorporates highly anticipated stair design tool

Building information modelling (BIM) software developer for architects and designers Graphisoft has locally launched Archicad 21, the latest version of a BIM software solution that introduces a...