Despite some progress in empowering women in the mining industry, significant challenges remain, reports lobby organisation Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) chairperson Raksha Naidoo. Focusing... 

As the production manager at high-grade anthracite producer Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC), Mmakeng Tabane aims to “break barriers” in the traditionally male-dominated mining industry while... 

Amanda Jonker Is the senior ceramist at Multotec’s wear linings division, specialising in ceramic lining manufacture and installation for wear protection, primarily serving the mining and power... 

Azikho Ncolosi Harmony Gold graduate geologist at Masimong mine, Azikho Ncolosi’s current role is equivalent to shaft geologist. She provides specialist geological information for mine service,... 

Nthabiseng Mabizela Position and company name: Director of EHS and Quality at Joy Global (Africa) (Pty) Ltd t/a Komatsu Mining Technologies. 

Ivanhoe Mines has reported that, over the first six months of 2024, Kamoa-Kakula produced 187 015 t of copper in concentrate. 

First spodumene concentrate has been produced. 

When it comes to the energy transition, the countries that implement the strongest energy portfolios and power grids the fastest and most effectively are going to be the winning countries. That is... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events ‘There’s a race going on to develop recycling capabilities … to support a pivot away from reliance on Chinese metals supply’ 

Establishing an energy hub in Richards Bay, in line with the Integrated Resource Plan to support South Africa’s energy security, is closely linked to growing KwaZulu-Natal’s (KZN’s)... 

China's coal imports rose to a seven-month high in July, General Administration of Customs data showed on Wednesday, as traders took contracted cargoes to coincide with China's peak power demand... 

The UK Royal Mint has unveiled a new factory that processes e-waste to produce gold, which it is marketing as a more sustainable gold recovery method.  The company aims to process up to 4 000 t/y... 

iversified mining and marketing company Glencore on Wednesday highlighted what it described as “strong strategic achievements for the group over the year to date”. Against the backdrop of lower... 

NYSE- and ASX-listed Arcadium Lithium has announced the acquisition of the lithium metal business of Li-Metal for $11-million in cash. The acquisition includes the intellectual property and... 

Australia-headquartered Woodside on Monday announced a binding agreement to acquire a lower carbon ammonia project in, Texas, US, for $2.35-billion. CEO Meg O’Neill said the acquisition of OCI... 

With growing emphasis being placed on environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) and a global focus on a just energy transition, the mining sector faces various internal and external... 

Vitol Group has agreed to buy the last remaining piece of fallen Asian commodity trader Noble, as the energy trading giant recycles its blockbuster profits to go on an acquisition spree. Vitol... 

By promoting the tremendous benefits a career in mining engineering can yield to global societies, we can guide the next generation to help us build the world we need, together. Ahead of his... 

In an effort to mitigate growing electronic waste (e-waste) across South Africa, Cartoon Network Africa and registered producer responsibility organisation E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) have... 

The behemoth SK6000 land crane being manufactured by heavy lifting and transport specialists Mammoet at its Westdorpe facility in the Netherlands will be launched later this month. The company says... 

The ability to identity a customer’s bottom line requirements, and to provide a fit-for-purpose project package, is what valves company Floval Control Valves focuses on. Since its foundation, the... 

The project is set to contribute to the world’s decarbonisation efforts. 

The capital-raising success that emerging copper and zinc mining company Orion Minerals achieved is kindling high hopes that smaller South African shareholders will be facilitated to play a greater... 

From large corporations to micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs), energy stability is essential for productivity and business growth. As industry leaders in Africa are preparing for the... 

African leaders have called for measures and policies that enable a transition from carbon intensive, to low carbon technologies. This will not only safeguard people and the environment, but will... 

Coal India surged past first-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday, as higher sales volumes and dip in employee costs countered weakness in prices. The company, which produces about 80% of India's... 

TSX- and NYSE-listed New Gold has produced 68 598 oz of gold and 13.6-million pounds of copper for the second quarter ended June 30. This was achieved at an operating expense of $1 156/oz of gold... 

Plant construction and wellfield development activities at ASX- and OTCQB-listed Peninsula Energy and its wholly-owned US subsidiary Strata Energy’s Lance project, in Wyoming, are progressing on... 

10 youth-led initiatives driving equitable transition and skills training selected from Europe, Middle East & Africa The Schneider Electric Foundation has announced the first 10 winners of its... 

Long-term uranium contract prices have hit over 16-year highs on supply uncertainty and higher demand from utilities scrambling to secure the radioactive fuel to aggressively expand their capacity... 

Australia- and London-listed Resolute Mining has reported a “strong” second quarter across both the Syama operation, in Mali, and the Mako project, in Senegal. In its quarterly activities report... 

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa indicates that he is in favour of grid-access rules that ensure as much new capacity is added as quickly as possible regardless of whether... 

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa reports that a review of South Africa’s electricity pricing policy will be launched with the aim of addressing a rising affordability... 

The latest gold tailings retreatment project of Pan African Resources is ahead of schedule and below budget. The Mogale Tailings Retreatment (MTR) Project, located to the west of Johannesburg, near... 

Schneider Electric South Africa, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its ComPacT NS new-generation circuit breakers, designed to maximise... 

Anglo American Platinum, which is in the process of demerging from the Anglo American group, this week expressed confidence in the demand outlook for the platinum group metals (PGMs). The... 

Engineered to deliver reliability and efficiency in challenging environment, the next generation Godwin HL270 dewatering pump is now available from Integrated Pump Technology. As a recently... 

Martin Creamer talks about job creation, sun and wind energy and iron-ore. 

Electric vehicles (EVs) are a viable option for fleets, particularly in the short-haul deliveries sector, and these fleets are likely to drive the adoption of EVs in South Africa, says telematics... 

Multinational automotive company Tata Motors’ Ultra new-generation smart truck range, launched in February in South Africa, aims to address the diverse needs of fleet owners across a variety of... 

Automotive manufacturer BMW will launch its fourth-generation sports activity vehicle (SAV) X3 in South Africa in the fourth quarter of this year. Designed as an all-rounder for everyday use,... 

This week we profile Marco Sutter, MD of Bühler Southern Africa, which builds processing equipment for the mining, food and beverage, and manufacturing industries