Editor picks

In a complex, challenging industry such as mining, suppliers must have a full understanding of the sector and offer a comprehensive service. A consolidated, one-stop partner can significantly enhance productivity, writes Barloworld Equipment Executive for Greater Africa Operations, Elia Nandjiwa. Miners face harsh working environments, cost challenges and highly complex …

Dynapac proudly unveiled its highly anticipated Rhino range of soil compactors – the CA50, CA55, CA65 and CA70 – during an engaging event at the organisation’s Jet Park headquarters in Johannesburg last October. The new CA50 model is a purposefully designed and engineered 16-ton model for the South African and …

A mini-excavator performing its routine tasks is commonplace. However, when that machine is a 30-year-plus local veteran still going through its paces, it represents a remarkable achievement, one that embodies the unparalleled quality and reliability that the Wacker Neuson brand is globally renowned for. In 1984, Wacker Neuson (then known …

Windhoek – Andrada Mining Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with global mining giant SQM to accelerate the development of its Lithium Ridge project in Namibia. The partnership will involve SQM funding a US$20 million exploration program over the next three and a half years, including a definitive feasibility study. …

Critical raw materials producer Andrada Mining has released its sustainability report for the financial year ended 29 February 2024.   According to the company, the report outlines Andrada’s sustainability framework and its focus on creating thriving, resilient communities, while ensuring responsible operations through best-practice environmental stewardship and robust governance.   …

Investing in African Energy, the continent’s premier energy event, is charting a new course, announcing its move to Accra, Ghana, for its 2025 edition. This strategic shift, revealed during the opening session of the 2024 even, reflects a commitment to amplifying AOW’s impact across the African energy landscape. Ghana’s Minister …

Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers Organisation (APPO), delivered a powerful message at the AOW – Investing in African Energy conference, calling for a unified African front in the global energy landscape and warning against the detrimental effects of the European Union’s planned carbon border …

By Julien Karambua, MD at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia’s mining sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economy, is undergoing a significant resurgence, particularly around uranium and gold mining. However, while the potential for growth is significant, the sector faces several challenges that must be addressed to ensure sustained progress and …

As Africa’s energy sector deregulates, exciting opportunities open up for financial innovation to benefit consumers. Private-sector buyers and traders can mitigate default risk and provide certified green energy at lower cost, writes Ana Hajduka, founder and CEO of Africa GreenCo. Africa’s renewable energy potential is undeniable, but it remains largely …

Johannesburg, South Africa – Wacker Neuson, a global leader in light and compact equipment, has unveiled its latest generation of 4-stroke rammers, the BS62-4 and BS68-4. These new models represent a significant advancement in rammer technology, continuing the company’s legacy of innovation. “Wacker Neuson has a long history of pioneering …