Next-gen chemicals optimising extraction efficiency

Developing custom reagent formulations that enhance flotation selectivity and hydrometallurgical efficiency has enabled mining chemicals and metallurgical processing group BME Metallurgy to address... 

High PGM recovery achieved

Clean-metals project development and technology company Lifezone Metals’ Hydromet Technology successfully demonstrated high recovery of platinum-group metals (PGMs) using one tonne of US-sourced... 

Cost-saving plant proving its worth

Since its commissioning in June, the PV solar project at vehicle manufacturer and exporter Volkswagen Group Africa’s (VWGA's) component plant in Kariega, in the Eastern Cape, has successfully... 

Hybrid project’s completion brings company closer to 2030 target

As part of its ambition to grow its renewables portfolio to more than 1 GW of installed capacity by the end of the decade, TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa (TERSA) has successfully... 

Company-, continent-first landfill solar plant completed

The Dolphin Coast Landfill Management (DCLM) 648 kWp solar plant, operated by utility and environmental services provider Veolia, in KwaDukuza, KwaZulu-Natal, constructed by South African solar... 

Solar, battery installation progressing well

The construction and deployment of an off-grid agricultural solar-plus-storage installation for the Belle Rive Farm, near Hertzogville, in the Free State, is 67% complete and set to be commissioned... 

Phased revival of manganese smelter under way

The phased revival of the Khwelamet manganese alloy smelter complex in Meyerton, Gauteng, started in January 2026, with the site rehabilitation and refurbishment preparatory work, says mining... 

Ferroalloys industry faces further rapid decline without intervention

Owing to low levels of competitiveness due to years of uncontrolled escalating power prices and lack of duties related to imported alloys and finished goods, which are both detrimental factors that... 

Women in innovation and technology a core message of event

This year’s symposium of women upliftment network Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) reflected more senior and executive leaders in mining and related sectors than previous years, demonstrating... 

Milestones put miner at fore of equity drive

Platinum group metals miner Implats has superseded its diversity targets ahead of its 2026 financial year end deadline, surpassing its goal of achieving 29% women representation in management, with... 

Minerals Council drives gender equity programme for change

Gender equity in the South African mining sector is linked to equity competitiveness; skills development; product innovation; environmental, social and governance performance; the long-term... 

Rescue service highlights growing representation of women

Aligning with the industry-wide push to expand the participation of women in core mining roles, mining industry emergency services organisation Mines Rescue Services South Africa (MRS) has observed... 

Digital incentive payouts becoming increasingly relevant

Digital incentive payout systems are becoming an increasingly important and viable component of modern workforce management and are no longer regarded as merely an alternative to tradition systems,... 

Private equity can facilitate exponential growth

As a value-adding private-equity partner Agile Capital leverages its commercial expertise to transform businesses. Its financial services offering has enabled companies to scale exponentially –... 

Logistics provider delivers mine pump

Kempton Park-based freight forwarding service provider Manta Freight Logistics is responsible for the shipping and delivery of a new trailer-mounted pump solution, developed by Gauteng-based... 

Gold mine receives environmental go-ahead

An environmental decree from Senegal’s Ministry of Environment and Ecological Transition was awarded to precious metals miner Fortuna Mining last month, thereby approving the environmental- and... 

African mining sustainability gaining traction

Despite some impressive sustainability gains in the mining sector over the past decade, sustainable mining industry body ICMM CEO Rohitesh Dhawan says progress in Africa displays inconsistencies... 

Mining boom drives African infrastructure growth

The increased interest in mining, to fulfil global minerals demand, has initiated the establishment of crucial logistics corridors as well as achieved a boost in investment in power projects in... 

Major rare earths mine construction progresses

The construction of the Longonjo rare earths mine in Angola is progressing on target and on budget for first mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) commissioning in 2027, according to owner and operator... 

Modular emulsion plants benefit remote mines

Mining explosives and blasting technology supplier BME’s modular emulsion manufacturing plants are addressing the extreme and remote conditions of the African mining sector, as they reduce exposure... 

DRC integral in energy transition metals supply

The global energy transition represents a significant opportunity for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with its vast reserves of copper, cobalt and other critical minerals, says... 

Corridor makes significant progress

The development and use of the Lobito Corridor – a multimodal logistics corridor that spans Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia – has progressed significantly over the past 12... 

Management group tackles non-revenue water issues

With special focus on reducing non-revenue water (NRW) losses, multidisciplinary construction, engineering and project management company Botala Oracle Group is currently participating in several... 

Dam fixed without disrupting crop cycle

The successful completion of a water-stabilisation upgrade on a commercial maize farm in Heidelberg, Gauteng, was achieved when water storage solutions provider DamPro applied its flagship DAMFIX... 

Dam project progressing after initial challenges

Despite extensive delays caused by funding shortages, Covid-19 disruptions, contractor procurement issues and local land/property disputes, the Clanwilliam Dam Wall Raising Project in the Western... 

More action, less talk – consulting engineers’ body

Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action... 

Global events stymying local growth

Following positive developments in South Africa’s surface mining and quarrying sector from mid-2025 to year-end, recent international geopolitical turmoil has stymied any further growth in the... 

Production gains driven by dump truck upgrade

Since adding four Bell B30E 4X4 articulated dump trucks (ADTs) to its operation, construction materials miner and producer Afrimat has noted an immediate and sustained impact on production at its... 

Concept screens well received at conference

Two new conceptual screening solutions suited to the local sector were floated at this year’s Institute of Quarrying Southern Africa Conference and Exhibition – held on April 16 and 17 at the... 

Coating prolongs floor life

An improved post-initial set applied colloidal silica – a liquid densifier that strengthens concrete from within – distributed by concrete protection supplier SprayLock Africa is strengthening the... 

New equipment improves precast manufacturer’s output

The successful installation of industrial machine manufacturer OST-Africa’s Visam vibrating equipment a year ago has “greatly improved” output for precast manufacturer Vula Concrete, leading to the... 

Alternative fuels can reduce costs

Converting hazardous waste and high-calorific materials into alternative fuels has enabled cement manufacturing facilities to partially or fully replace the coal used to fire cement kilns.... 

West Africa a development hotspot – miner

Mining development in West Africa is entering a new growth phase shaped around the development of more technically complex projects, particularly underground mining opportunities; higher... 

WAMPEX growth leads to new venue, more visitors

This year’s West African Mining & Power Expo (WAMPEX), which is endorsed by the Ghanaian Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, will convene over 6 000 mining professionals while celebrating its... 

WAMPEX to catalyse discussions

Minerals industry association Ghana Chamber of Mines aims to catalyse new investment partnerships, strengthen supplier and operator links, and elevate discussions regarding mineral value addition... 

UAV technology, an effective security tool

In conjunction with commercial unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturer Da-Jiang Innovations (DJI), integrated security solutions provider Fidelity Services Group has developed a repeatable security... 

On-site emergency response teams available 24/7

With a strong national footprint and more than two decades of experience across industrial projects, including highly remote and high-risk environments, private medical and emergency care provider... 

Substance abuse policy, testing are paramount

A legally-sound substance abuse policy that is communicated and available to company employees, alongside the correct equipment and procedures are paramount in industries and sectors where... 

New technology nearing pilot-plant stage

To advance its locally developed carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) technology, South African company EPCM Global Engineering is progressing to the next stage of development through a... 

Key geospatial decision-makers to converge on Cape Town

This year’s iteration of the International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) Congress is expected to attract about 1300 participants from almost 100 countries, and it will be held at the Cape Town...