Atlas Copco’s DrillAir range of air compressors are specifically developed and engineered to provide maximum air flow at any pressure setting, delivering game-changing efficient and sustainable solutions for a multitude of drilling applications including ground engineering, drill and blast, water well, geothermal and foundation drilling. “We can say with confidence …
Read More »Komatsu announces leadership changes
Important leadership changes at Komatsu Africa Holdings (KAfH) are scheduled to begin on April 1, 2025. As a result of the reorganization, Wicus Burger becomes the new Managing Director and Mike Blom, a seasoned Komatsu executive, becomes the Chairman. To aid in the leadership transition, Yusuke Shimazaki has also …
Read More »Chevron expands presence with PEL 82 farm-in
Africa’s oil and gas sector continues to draw interest from international oil companies (IOCs) through well-structured Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs) and strategic farm-in agreements. Last week, US major Chevron completed a farm-in agreement with Custos Energy for PEL 82 in the Walvis Basin offshore Namibia. Under this transaction, Chevron acquired …
Read More »The new era of pump wear technology
The efficient operation of slurry pumps in the mining industry is critical and pump wear technology is playing an increasingly significant role in monitoring and maintaining pump performance. An innovative solution that is making waves in the industry is the KSB GIW® SLYsight technology. This advanced slurry pump wear monitoring …
Read More »Andrada Mining Secures $2.5M to Boost Tin Production at Uis Mine.
Andrada has signed a six-month secured loan agreement with LCA for USD 2.5 million, which the company will use to buy a 100-ton-per-hour tin concentrate production facility. With its three-stage primary crushing and screening circuit, jigging section, and shaking tables, the plant will be able to treat a variety of …
Read More »Upskilled workers add value to maintenance teams
Maintenance costs, which are traditionally grudge expenses for businesses or industrial operations, can be kept to a minimum by ensuring that maintenance crews are properly trained in key aspects of the condition monitoring process. So says Steven Lumley, technical manager at specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck. ‘The rate at which …
Read More »B2Gold Announces Positive Preliminary Economic Assessment for Antelope Deposit at Otjikoto Mine
B2Gold in a press release has announced the results of a positive Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for the Antelope deposit at its Otjikoto Mine in Namibia. The report highlights the deposit’s potential to enhance the mine’s lifespan and production capacity, reinforcing B2Gold’s commitment to sustainable and responsible mining in the …
Read More »Exploring Namibia’s Offshore Potential: Impact Oil & Gas Updates on Block 2913B and 2912
As Impact Oil & Gas, in collaboration with TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy, and NAMCOR, progresses important projects in Blocks 2913B and 2912, Namibia’s offshore oil and gas development is gaining steam. Namibia’s deep-water potential is changing the game for the nation’s energy industry, as evidenced by recent drilling results and continuing development …
Read More »Namibians Brace Their Pockets as Fuel Prices Hike After Some Relief
Fuel prices are expected to increase in February 2025, forcing Namibians to spend more money after months of comparatively stable conditions. Citing notable under-recoveries in January, the Ministry of Mines and Energy has announced price increases for all fuel kinds. According to the Ministry, the following under-recoveries were observed; Petrol: …
Read More »NIEC becoming an energy hub with in-country value
With less than three months to go, momentum is building for the Namibia International Energy Conference 2025 (NIEC). Slated to take place from 23rd to the 25th April 2025, under the theme ‘Leading the Way: Becoming an Energy Hub with In-Country Value’. Now in its 7th edition, NIEC is the most …
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