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Fortuna reports fatality at Peru mine
5th June 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

NYSE- and TSX-listed Fortuna Silver Mines has reported a mine fatality at its Caylloma mine, in Peru. The company said that the worker was employed by a mining contractor and that he had died in... 


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Addressing Energy Challenges
2nd June 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

While South Africa’s mining industry has embraced renewable energy amid a global energy transition, local energy constraints have made renewable-energy capacity a short-term requirement, in... 


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Modern skills for young mining engineers
2nd June 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid the emergence of Industry 4.0 and an increasing emphasis on environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) factors, new generations of mining engineers are expected to embrace a... 


Booyco Electronics explores the crucial role of people in collision prevention systems in upcoming webinar
1st June 2023

Booyco Electronics, a leading provider of innovative safety solutions in the mining industry and pioneer of Collision Prevention Systems (CPS), is pleased to announce its upcoming webinar in... 


Codelco chairperson Maximo Pacheco
Codelco shuts Ventanas smelter in move towards sustainable mining
1st June 2023 By: Reuters

Chile's State-owned Codelco, the world's largest copper producer, on Wednesday closed its Ventanas metal smelter in the country's central coast, following environmental incidents in the region that... 


Why You Should Consider A Career In Mining
Why You Should Consider A Career In Mining
31st May 2023

Mining in South Africa is one of the major activities that run the country’s economy. Whether it is the exploration, actual mining, or the processing of mined minerals, the whole chain has a... 


Weba Chutes Systems secures contract to supply chutes to Sibanye-Stillwater's Marikana operation
31st May 2023

Weba Chutes Systems, a leading local manufacturer of custom engineered chute systems, has secured a contract to supply four chutes to Sibanye-Stillwater's Marikana operation in South Africa. These... 


Piedmont Lithium's North Caroline site plan
North Carolina seeks more info for Piedmont Lithium mine permit review
31st May 2023 By: Reuters

North Carolina regulators on Tuesday asked Piedmont Lithium for additional information needed to approve the company's mine permit application, the third such request since the review process began... 


BC residents show strong support for critical minerals development – survey
30th May 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Three quarters of British Columbians would like to see the province become a world leader in supplying critical minerals that are vital to clean technologies and fighting climate change, according... 


DRC President Felix Tshisekedi during his visit to Beijing last week.
China and Congo Presidents meet in Beijing amid mining disputes
29th May 2023 By: Bloomberg

Chinese President Xi Jinping met his counterpart from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Felix Tshisekedi, on Friday in Beijing as the two countries seek to relaunch a partnership worth tens of... 


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Miners farewell McGowan
29th May 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The Western Australian resources sector has paid tribute to Premier Mark McGowan, who on Monday announced his resignation. In a snap press conference on Monday, McGowan announced that he was... 


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Pre-employment tests limit risks
26th May 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

With substance abuse having been exacerbated during the Covid-19 pandemic, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing has become a greater necessity in the workplace, says substance abuse testing... 


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Expert safety, health and environmental advisers key to ensuring risk management, compliance
26th May 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

While South Africa’s legislative framework extensively covers various aspects of health and safety, companies could greatly benefit from expert safety, health and environmental (SHE) advisers to... 


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Expos to discuss safety, Industry 4.0
26th May 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

With 2023 marking 30 years of Securex South Africa and 13 years of A-OSH EXPO, this year’s events – to be held at the Gallagher Convention Centre from June 6 to 8 – will showcase various security... 


AIR POLLUTION CONTROL
Actom considers the size and specific requirements when selecting the appropriate filter, ensuring optimal air pollution control
Innovative pollution control enables cleaner, healthier environment
26th May 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

The furnace industry faces significant challenges in managing air pollution linked to furnace operations, considering that each stage of the furnace operation requires a unique approach to address... 


Saudi-developed solution could broaden access to sanitised water in Africa
26th May 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), in Saudi Arabia, is developing an energy efficient initiative that could assist hundreds of millions of people who lack access to clean,... 


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Action, not distraction
26th May 2023 By: Terence Creamer

Political and social turbulence has swirled fiercely ever since former Eskom CEO André de Ruyter appeared in that explosive television interview in February, and has intensified with the release of... 


Mining entrepreneur and SSC Group founder Fred Arendse
ESG risks in the mining sector
25th May 2023

The qualification and quantification of environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks and uncertainties across the mining lifecycle continue to gain more prominence and relevance in the business... 


Gold firms as uncertainty on US debt ceiling keeps investors on edge
Gold firms as uncertainty on US debt ceiling keeps investors on edge
25th May 2023 By: Reuters

Gold prices edged up on Thursday, as investors awaited developments in the drawn-out debt ceiling negotiations in Washington, with gains in bullion capped by the US dollar rising to an over... 


Micromine Unveils Powerful New Features in 2023.5 Release
25th May 2023

Micromine, next-generation technology for mining, is proud to reaffirm its dedication to innovation and industry leadership with the launch of Micromine 2023.5. The mid-year release, comprising new... 


The Booyco CXS solution providing a comprehensive and integrated response to Level 7, Level 8 and Level 9 safety levels – as defined by the Earth Moving Equipment Safety Round Table (EMESRT).
Evolution of PDS Deepens its safety impact on mines
25th May 2023

Proximity Detection Systems (PDS) started out as a valuable mechanism to warn operators and pedestrians of imminent danger, but today they play even more powerful health and safety roles. These... 


Rough and polished diamonds recovered by De Beers
De Beers says progress made on its four sustainability pillars
24th May 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Diamond mining multinational De Beers achieved advances across all four core sustainability pillars and all 12 goals, which included reductions in water use and energy intensity, innovations in... 


Tsodilo becomes a ResponsibleSteel member
24th May 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exploration company Tsodilo Resources has been accepted for membership in the ResponsibleSteel organisation – a global not-for-profit multistakeholder standard and certification initiative whose... 


De Beers on pace to deliver on ambitious 2030 sustainability goals and create enduring positive impact for people and the planet
24th May 2023

2022 sustainability report highlights milestones in climate ambition and ethical leadership of the diamond industry De Beers Group today provided an update on progress toward its 2030 ‘Building... 


Mkango appoints ESG specialist to its board
24th May 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Aim- and TSX-V-listed Mkango Resources has appointed Philipa Varris to its board as nonexecutive director and chairperson of its sustainability committee. The company states that the appointment is... 


Former Wheaton director passes away
22nd May 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Streaming company Wheaton Precious Metals has announced the passing of one of its founding board members, John Brough. He passed away last week owing to a health-related issue. 


EPA starts new investigation into Cadia dust
22nd May 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The New South Wales Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) on Monday has launched a new investigation at gold miner Newcrest Mining’s Cadia operation, less than a year after fining the miner a... 


Lack of regulations hampers transition
19th May 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Industry body the South African Institute of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (SAIRAC) president Robert Fox stresses the need for government to implement regulations to compel local operators to... 


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Lifting, rigging solutions for wildlife
19th May 2023

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s dedicated lifting and rigging division has been involved in important projects recently, including the lifting and moving of wildlife. “A challenging task for... 


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New accelerator programme gaining traction
19th May 2023 By: Halima Frost

Since its inception six months ago, the JSE Junior Mining Accelerator Programme, which is being co-headed by Minerals Council South Africa, has already seen two emerging exploration firms being... 


Social enterprise aims to equip 100 young people with water technology skills this year
19th May 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Social enterprise Kusini Water is accelerating its Water Champions programme to train unemployed youth and unlock economic opportunities in communities, as it works to provide water access across... 


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Astron Energy to leverage Development Fund to assist SMMEs in key sectors supply chain
18th May 2023

As economic recovery continues to ramp up post the Covid-19 pandemic, there is a huge push to drive the South African economy back to pre-pandemic productivity levels. Astron Energy forms a... 


Kumba provides waste management training to local organisations
17th May 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Iron-ore mining company Kumba Iron Ore’s Sishen mine has provided basic waste management training to local civil society organisations with a keen interest in environmental cleanliness. Organised... 


Kumba provides environmental training for community volunteers
17th May 2023

Protecting the health of the environment is a responsibility that we all share, which needs constant practise. Environmental protection is the practice of protecting the natural environment that is... 


Mine Social Labour Plans embrace community cadet training
17th May 2023

As mines continuously hone the skills development requirements of their Social Labour Plans, many are partnering with the Murray & Roberts Cementation Training Academy to begin preparing unemployed... 


Critical Metals progressing operational goals at DRC project
15th May 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Mining investment company Critical Metals has been progressing its operational goals at the company’s Molulu copper/cobalt asset, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), since announcing the... 


Robust HVAC systems for mining, earthmoving now on shorter lead times
12th May 2023

With a solid reputation for built-to-order heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems for mobile mining and earthmoving equipment, Booyco Engineering has now cut the lead time on these systems... 


Mine social labour plans embrace community cadet training
12th May 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Many mines, continuously honing the skills development requirements of their Social Labour Plans, are partnering with the Murray & Roberts Cementation Training Academy to prepare unemployed youth... 


An employee at the state-of-the-art simulator training centre at Venetia Mine
Venetia prioritises critical skills as first production pressure mounts
12th May 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

Critical skills are being prioritised at the Venetia training centre to ensure that diamond mining giant De Beers’ $2.2-billion Venetia Underground Project (VUP), in Limpopo, achieves first... 


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Local firm promotes natural solution
12th May 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

The farming industry is constantly evolving, and new technologies are emerging to help farmers increase productivity while ensuring the health and care of animals and crops. One such technology is... 


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Expo crossover to address all things safety
12th May 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

As more organisations and individuals realise the importance of addressing fire risks, there has been significant growth in the local fire market, making this year’s Firexpo – to be held at the... 


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Focused approach to water management
12th May 2023 By: Bonginkosi Tiwane

With climate change posing a serious and immediate risk to the quality and quantity of a mine’s water resource, a water stewardship programme can help a mine build resilience in relation to its... 


Vodacom South Africa, WWF recommit to finding tech solutions to preserve oceans
12th May 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Vodacom South Africa and World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) South Africa has recommitted to its decade-long first-of-its-kind global partnership to leverage technology and education to protect... 


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