Diesel generation remains key energy source

Amid a challenging energy landscape, diesel-based power generation remains one of the predominant standby energy sources across the African continent, despite diesel generator demand slowly... 

Standby power solutions bridging the gaps

While experiencing relief from loadshedding, South Africa, alongside the rest of the African continent, is increasingly integrating generators and other standby power solutions to bridge gaps in... 

Senegal project advances ahead of formal investment

Canadian precious metals producer Fortuna Mining is advancing its Diamba Sud gold project, in Senegal, with plans to release a feasibility study in the second quarter of this year and early works... 

Solutions unlock efficiency, improved safety

Drone-based radio frequency (RF) monitoring solutions improve safety while providing efficiency and flexibility, allowing end-users to simplify RF measurement processes, says radio communications... 

Drone developments boast uptake

Drones are transitioning from specialised outsourced tools into core operational infrastructure, driven by lower drone costs, technology advances and the emergence of autonomous, dock-based drone... 

Dynamic roof support enhances deep-level underground mining 

As platinum group metal (PGM) mines in South Africa reach greater depths, often exceeding 1 000 m and at times reaching a depth of 2 000 m, traditional roof support solutions are becoming... 

PGM project advances chrome optimisation

Alongside production of platinum group metals (PGMs) – specifically platinum, palladium and rhodium – South Africa-focused PGMs miner Southern Palladium plans to improve its recovery of chrome from... 

Innovative rock-breaking solution progresses

Following delays, rock-breaking technology specialist Rock Eater is progressing with demonstrations of its low-energy rock-breaking controlled foam injection (CFI) Type One machine, with plans to... 

Rail reform puts investment on track

Recent regulatory developments and proposed reforms in South Africa’s freight rail sector are having a meaningful influence on investor confidence by unlocking new opportunities while also... 

Outdated finance frameworks, legislative asymmetry stalling rail reform

Despite progress in South Africa’s rail reform policy and regulation, outdated financial frameworks and unresolved structural legislative imbalances hamper rail infrastructure development in South... 

North America to diversify minerals supply

To diversify mineral supply chains away from China, the governments of the US and Canada are taking a more direct role in their respective mining industries, with measures, including equity... 

Convention set to increase attendee value

Alongside over 1 300 exhibitors, Canadian mining industry association Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC’s) upcoming 2026 convention has expanded networking opportunities and... 

Proactive maintenance prolongs performance

Proactive, data-based maintenance ensures lubricants are kept in peak condition, improving asset performance, lowering operating cost and extending equipment life, says oil analysis specialists... 

Potential update could increase compliance costs

While the Draft Petroleum Products Bill aims to replace the outdated 1977 Petroleum Products Act, its stricter regulations could increase compliance costs to varying degrees across the downstream... 

Mobile substation simplifies logistics

To meet the requirements of a Zambian copper mine amid a plant expansion, integrated engineering solution provider Iritron designed and manufactured fully mobile skid-based substations, serving as... 

Electricity wheeling options simplify renewables uptake

Alongside its environmental benefits, renewable energy is fundamentally a financial sustainability solution, with new electricity wheeling options offering a cheaper alternative to grid power for... 

Structural challenges drive alternative-energy uptake

Amid structural challenges, market developments and other strategic considerations, players in the African mining industry are increasingly adopting alternative-energy solutions, reports energy... 

Quality risks erode plastic pipe performance

While advancements in polymer science and extrusion technology have improved plastic pipe performance, various industry challenges have resulted in rising quality risks that can precipitate... 

Advanced PVC meets evolving system requirements

Advanced polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes offer the durability, sustainability and cost-effectiveness required for bulk water and wastewater systems, amid increased strain on water systems, says... 

HDPE pipes experiencing growing demand

Growing urbanisation and infrastructure development are driving increased demand for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes in water, sewerage and industrial pipeline systems, owing to its... 

PGM market expected to balance this year

Following the platinum supply shortfall and “dramatic” platinum price surge in 2025, global platinum investment market authority the World Platinum Investment Council’s (WPIC) initial forecast for... 

Africa remains central to global PGMs supply

Amid complex platinum group metals (PGMs) supply and demand opportunities and challenges, Africa is expected to remain a leading source of primary PGMs supply, says PGMs mining company Impala... 

S Africa targets strategic, efficient builds for new transmission lines

For the national grid to facilitate increased renewable power generation, the Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) has affirmed that about 14 000 km of new transmission lines are required... 

Transmission projects target 37 GW capacity by 2030

Aligned with the 2024 Transmission Development Plan (TDP), State-owned power utility Eskom subsidiary National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) currently has 75 projects – at various... 

Rare earths project leverages demand for longevity

Through its rare earths Steenkampskraal project, in Western Cape, rare earths miner Steenkampskraal Monazite Mine (SMM) aims to progressively increase local beneficiation, skills development and... 

Project targets low-cost rare earths supply outside China

Leveraging phosphogypsum waste residue, rare earth element producer Rainbow Rare Earths’ Phalaborwa rare earths project, in Limpopo, aims to support the development of a diversified global supply... 

Oversupplied rare earths market faces uneven investment trends

While the rare earths market is currently oversupplied, US efforts to diversify supply away from China are driving investment for some minerals, while other minerals encounter constrained... 

Sustainability trends drive circular, lifecycle fabrication

Aligned with  sustainability trends, South African fabricators are moving beyond commitments toward measurable implementation in applying circularity and life-cycle design principles, ensuring they... 

Bitumen import terminal bridges supply gap

Following the shutdown of local refinery production, independent bulk liquid storage providers FFS Tank Terminals’ recently completed R370-million bitumen import storage facility at Maydon Wharf,... 

Miner poised to become near-term producer

Through two fully permitted brownfield projects in South Africa’s Northern Cape province, and with first production expected in just over a year once project financing is secured, diversified miner... 

Brownfield restarts offer faster route to production

As the global copper market is increasingly constrained, reactivated existing mines present a cost-effective, time-efficient solution that is critical to addressing the current copper supply... 

Investor targets copper production boost

As part of its commitment to the Zambian government’s aim to reach three-million tonnes of copper production by 2031, State-owned investment company ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) is... 

High-quality lubricants enhance performance

In high-stakes applications, such as trucking, automotive manufacturing and heavy industry, the choice of grease can mean the difference between safe, reliable operation and catastrophic failure,... 

Polymer bearing meets high-load demands

Building on its range of polymer bearings and bushings, polymer producer igus South Africa’s newly developed iglidur Q3E heavy-duty plain bearing is a cost-effective solution for high-load... 

Effective treatment aids equipment life

As application owners aim to maximise oil use, bearings and lubrication systems, manufacturer SKF’s RecondOil Box advanced oil-treatment solution improves oil cleanliness, allowing for its reuse... 

3D camera streamlines warehouse processes

Computer vision, particularly through 3D cameras, offers significant benefits in industrial quality control applications, including cost-savings, improved efficiency and streamlined inspection... 

New code tightens blasting standards

The mandatory code of practice (CoP) for explosives and blasting practices in the mining industry, which came into effect in November 2024, has introduced significant changes to the South African... 

Innovative blasting solutions for modern mining

Through innovative blasting solutions, mines can ensure sustainable and efficient mining, says explosives and blasting technology supplier BME underground operations regional manager Derick... 

Junior aims for midtier status

Through diversifying its portfolio and advancing exploration projects, West Africa-focused gold producer Thor Explorations is transitioning from a single-mine junior producer towards its goal of... 

Producer targets organic growth in stable region

Through leveraging West Africa’s significant exploration potential, favourable mining regimes and administrative efficiency, gold producer Endeavour Mining is targeting growing organically to...