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WAM South Africa showcases new group innovation at Electra Mining
WAM South Africa showcases new group innovation at Electra Mining
9th September 2024

Bulk solids handling and processing equipment company WAM South Africa, subsidiary of Italian WAM Group, continues to provide a vast customer base with attractively priced products in industrial... 


Development Bank of Southern Africa Chief Economist Zeph Nhleko.
Development finance institutions are key architects of hydrogen economy – Nhleko
9th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Development finance institutions (DFIs) are more than just financial supporters of the hydrogen economy, they are important architects of its future, Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)... 


Orion, South32, Perenti and DRA Global receive awards for Africa community development projects
6th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Mining companies South32, Orion Minerals, Perenti and DRA Global have received awards for transforming communities in Africa during the 2024 Australia-Africa Minerals and Energy Group (AAMEG)... 


A Liberalised Energy Market and the Path to Net Zero
A Liberalised Energy Market and the Path to Net Zero
6th September 2024

Energy aggregators, such as NOA Group, are playing a crucial role in South Africa's evolving liberalised energy market, acting as a bridge between electricity producers and consumers and... 


Forming Technology, Accelerating PV+ESS as the Main Energy Source
Forming Technology, Accelerating PV+ESS as the Main Energy Source
6th September 2024

As countries continue to invest in sustainable and efficient energy solutions to both meet domestic demand and climate change objectives, having the best technology to generate, convert and store... 


Distribution infrastructure in South Africa
Germany ready to help fund R390bn South African grid revamp
6th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Germany is willing to help fund the R390-billion ($22-billion) that South Africa said it needs to incorporate more solar and wind power into the national grid and ensure its energy security. The... 


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Competitive energy sector drives innovation
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

The competitive landscape for utility-scale renewable energy has significantly changed over the past decade, with developers driving more aggressive funding terms to remain competitive, says... 


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Investment company on track to meet net-zero energy goals
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

As part of its ambition to achieve Landlord Scope 1 and 2 Net-Zero Carbon by 2030 as well as implement sustainable practices, property investment company Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) has successfully... 


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Emerging solar tech crucial in energy mix
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Solar power integration, through PV, concentrated solar power (CSP) technology in specific applications, and hybrid solutions including battery energy storage systems (BESS), is crucial in South... 


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Boosting value of South African-mined minerals
6th September 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Collaborative efforts undertaken with the mining industry - focusing on developing research and technological expertise - are driving new economic value in various commodities including gold,... 


Ogihara SA breaks ground on new R1.2bn auto body-part plant in Durban
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

CFAO South Africa (SA) subsidiary Toyota Tsusho Africa and Ogihara Thailand have started construction of a new R1.2-billion plant that will produce vehicle body parts for Toyota South Africa Motors... 


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BME’s environmental endeavours boost ESG
6th September 2024

BME, the mining segment of JSE-listed Omnia, has made significant advances in sustainability and continues to push boundaries by finding better ways to achieve its environmental, social and... 


Bags of ore from the Kanyika niobium project
Kanyika niobium project, Malawi – update
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Globe Metals and Mining has announced a letter of intent with master alloys supplier Affilips. 


Goodwin showcases slurry solutions at Electra Mining
Goodwin showcases slurry solutions at Electra Mining
5th September 2024

Robust slurry pump provider Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa will be exhibiting at this year's Electra Mining. As the sole distributor of Goodwin's electrically driven submersible... 


Mulatos has been operating for nearly 20 years.
Alamos to triple Mulatos mine life with underground development
5th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Toronto- and New York-listed Alamos Gold has announced the results of a positive internal economic study completed on its Puerto Del Aire (PDA) project – a high-grade underground deposit adjacent... 


WEG Africa CEO Eduardo Werninghaus
Rebranded WEG committed to supporting customers meet their sustainability goals
5th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Electrical equipment manufacturer WEG has worked for a year to internally evolve its brand, rebranding from Zest WEG to WEG, and with this comes an increased focus on sustainability. WEG has... 


Harmony Gold's green energy plan.
This year's Harmony Gold achievement is incredible, says CEO Steenkamp
5th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

What Harmony Gold has achieved in the 12 months to June 30 is incredible with the true driver of value being quality gold ounces and a display of capability in regions beyond South Africa, upbeat... 


SEW-EURODRIVE closing the loop
SEW-EURODRIVE closing the loop
5th September 2024

Automation company SEW-EURODRIVE has expanded its presence at Electra Mining Africa with added exhibition space in Hall 7, showcasing its innovations in automation and electronics. This complements... 


The Kamoa-Kakula complex
Kamoa-Kakula achieves record level production in August
4th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

The Phase 1, 2 and 3 concentrators at TSX- and OTCQX-listed Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula copper complex, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), achieved a combined monthly production record of... 


Eduardo Werninghaus, CEO at WEG Africa
Spoilt for choice by WEG’s hybrid power, sustainability solutions
4th September 2024

Mines today look to partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who share their commitment to sustainability, and can offer the latest technology to optimise production while reducing... 


Bifurcation a big test of miners’ mettle
4th September 2024

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events ‘Various companies, governments and investors have been grappling with the question of how to shorten timelines to production’ 


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A Legacy of Excellence 70 years of continuous values and innovation for SA manufacturer
4th September 2024

The story of South African manufacturer Bell Equipment is one deeply rooted in strong family values, innovation and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Founded by Irvine Bell in 1954, the company’s... 


Coal generates less than half of Australian power for first time
Coal generates less than half of Australian power for first time
3rd September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The high winds that have been lashing southeastern Australia over the past few days have pushed coal-fired power below 50% of the country’s power mix for the first time ever. The fossil fuel... 


BHP continues support of Australian women footballers
BHP continues support of Australian women footballers
2nd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining company BHP’s ongoing partnership with the AFLW this season is helping to inspire the next generation of women to shine in the workplace and on the football ground. With the 2024 NAB AFLW... 


Globe inks LoI for portion of Kanyika production
2nd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australia-listed Globe Metals and Mining has announced a letter of intent (LoI) with master alloys supplier Affilips for up to 32% of the high-purity niobium pentoxide production from Phase 1 of... 


Invincible Valves strives to enhance customers’ bottom line
Invincible Valves strives to enhance customers’ bottom line
2nd September 2024

Valves manufacturer Invincible Valves was established in 1982 and has since grown into a medium-sized enterprise located in Knights, Germiston. Invincible Valves prides itself on service excellence... 


The LDI operation
Northern Graphite sees market turnaround by mid-2025
30th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

As the graphite market grapples with current challenges, Canadian miner Northern Graphite is strategically positioning itself to weather the storm and emerge stronger on the other side. With... 


Ghana to launch 'monster mines' to boost gold production
30th August 2024 By: Reuters

Africa's top gold producer Ghana will commission its first large-scale greenfield mine in more than a decade in November, with expected annual production of more than 350 000 oz, the head of its... 


Industry specialists to share expertise at Electra Mining Africa seminars
Industry specialists to share expertise at Electra Mining Africa seminars
30th August 2024

Industry specialists from across the mining and industrial sectors of the economy will deliver a programme of highly informative free-to-attend seminars at Electra Mining Africa, taking place at... 


Eskom CEO Dan Marokane
Marokane says ‘holistic’ conversation needed on tariff rules and other regulatory gaps
30th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom CEO Dan Marokane says the State-owned company is eager to participate in a “holistic conversation” about the gap that has emerged between the changes under way in the electricity sector and... 


CHINT senior industry sales manager Dawie Reyneke
Switchgear manufacturer unveils cutting-edge products at Electra Mining
30th August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Energy equipment and solutions provider CHINT Global will showcase its latest advancements in smart energy solutions at this year’s Electra Mining Africa conference, to be held at the Johannesburg... 


Himoinsa delivered 4 MW in back-up power to the Lindi Jumbo mine.
Himoinsa provides standby power for Tanzania graphite mine
30th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Power generation equipment manufacturer Himoinsa has been selected as the turnkey supplier to provide power continuity to the Lindi Jumbo graphite mine, in Tanzania. The equipment supplier... 


Location map of the Wicheeda project
Wicheeda rare earths project, Canada – update
30th August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The project has progressed to an advanced stage. 


FFS Refiners
FFS Refiners
30th August 2024

Industrial Energy, a division of FFS Refiners, is the leading provider of tailored energy solutions for industrial operations across South Africa and beyond. With over fifty years of expertise and... 


RENEWABLE INTEGRATION
Aggreko Energy Services is integrating renewable-energy plants and enhancing operational efficiency
Driving sustainable energy solutions in African mining
30th August 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

By implementing innovative energy solutions that combine traditional and renewable-energy sources, particularly in regions such as South Africa, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of... 


500 MW PARTNERSHIP
Energy Group has worked with Harmony Gold Mining Company on renewable-energy projects totalling over 500 MW
Continued uptake of renewable energy by SA mines
30th August 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

As the mining industry continues its journey towards sustainability and operational efficiency, the role of innovative energy solutions cannot be overstated, reports renewable-energy specialist... 


POSITIVE STRIDES
The partnership is a stride towards bolstering energy access, efficiency and reliability in Zimbabwe’s mining sector
Gas sales agreement to power Zimbabwe’s Eureka mine
30th August 2024

Independent upstream oil and gas company Invictus Energy has partnered with mine operator Dallaglio Investments and power generation firm Himoinsa Southern Africa on a gas-to-power project in... 


SOLAR EXPANSION
Pan African Resources is undertaking studies to expand its Evander Mines’ existing 9.97 MW solar facility
Solar plant for historic mining district
30th August 2024

Construction and mechanical assembly - including the installation of solar trackers - of midtier gold producer Pan African Resources’ (PAR’s) Fairview mine’s 8.75 MW solar PV plant were completed... 


How microgrids can take mining, minerals and metals one step closer to a greener posture
How microgrids can take mining, minerals and metals one step closer to a greener posture
29th August 2024

By Johan Pretorius, MMM Segment Lead, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric  The mining, minerals and metals industry forms a critical part of material supply, all essential as the world... 


Africa's path to sustainability: A trusted partner, collaboration and learning from global solutions
Africa's path to sustainability: A trusted partner, collaboration and learning from global solutions
29th August 2024

In today's interconnected world, pursuing sustainable development has become increasingly important for societies everywhere. With its diverse ecosystems, rapid urbanisation and growing population,... 


Electra Mining Africa 2024: Where inspiration and innovation meet
Electra Mining Africa 2024: Where inspiration and innovation meet
29th August 2024

In the dynamic and ever-evolving mining industry, staying ahead of the latest innovations and trends is crucial. Oil and gas multinational Shell understands the importance of balancing operational... 


More renewables on cards at South Deep gold mine, where 50 MW of solar is making major contribution.
More renewable energy on cards at South Deep – Gold Fields
28th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The provision of more renewable energy at the South Deep gold mine 50 km south-west of Johannesburg is under intense scrutiny by Gold Fields, which describes the mine’s two-year-old 50 MW solar... 


VoltVision clients navigate their power operations with clear data and insights, enabling better and faster decision-making.
Overcoming power issues in Africa through digital transition
28th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Africa's mining industry faces persistent challenges with power supply, ranging from intermittent grid availability to logistical hurdles in fuel supply for off-grid operations. These issues not... 


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