The mining sector’s shift from non-electric blasting systems toward electronic initiation has been widely acknowledged as beneficial, yet adoption across the industry has consistently lagged expectations. BME is now looking to close that gap with the release of its new VIPERTRON electronic initiation system, a product designed less around proving …

A new exhibition platform aimed squarely at the continent’s energy buyers was unveiled in Johannesburg, South Africa on 9 September 2026 and the message from the podium was unambiguous. Electricity is no longer a line item to be managed quietly in the background. It has become a board level concern …

Two of Angola’s largest operators will host dedicated procurement workshops next week, giving Angolan companies direct insight into supplier requirements and contracting opportunities across major upstream projects. TotalEnergies and ExxonMobil will host dedicated procurement workshops during the pre-conference program of Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2026 scheduled for September 8, …

Namibia’s central bank is keeping its options open as it steadily builds out its domestic gold reserves. Deputy Governor Nicholas Mukasa confirmed that the Bank of Namibia (BoN) will pause to evaluate its international reserve portfolio in the first quarter of 2027 before deciding whether to expand its gold holdings …

As mining, construction and industrial businesses continue to navigate changing project demands, rising operational costs and the need for greater flexibility, the traditional approach of owning every piece of equipment is evolving. At Electra Mining 2026, SkyJacks will showcase how businesses can gain access to world-class equipment through flexible rental …

South Africa is stepping up efforts to attract investment into its mining sector, with President Cyril Ramaphosa launching Phase 3 of the Government-Business Partnership, a public-private initiative designed to accelerate economic growth, investment and job creation. The mining sector has been identified as a key pillar of the new phase, …

For pumps and valves manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves, keeping Africa’s mines, power stations and water utilities running depends less on manufacturing capacity than on knowing exactly where a spare part needs to be, before a customer even asks. The company’s dedicated service, maintenance and spare parts division, SupremeServe, holds …

Aim listed Andrada Mining has secured Namibian Competition Commission approval for the earn in agreement between its subsidiary, Andrada Investments, and BWCAM, a subsidiary of natural resource partnership ACAM, clearing the way for accelerated development at the Brandberg West copper, tungsten and tin project. Under the agreement, BWCAM could contribute …

Oil and gas, mining, green hydrogen, infrastructure, and industrial development growth is driving the country’s economic growth and making the local market an attractive investment destination. Latest statistics indicate that foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows between 2021 and 2024 reached N$151billion, far exceeding the N$50billion recorded between 2009 and 2020 …

SKF is a global leader in slewing bearing design and manufacture, drawing on decades of application insight, unrivalled manufacturing expertise and a Life Cycle Management philosophy to provide customers with high performance solutions across a wide range of types and sizes. The portfolio includes both standard and customised slewing bearings …