Editor picks

JOHANNESBURG—Africa’s lifting and materials-handling sector is preparing to spotlight its top performers as nominations officially open for the 2nd Southern African Lifting Awards. Following a successful inaugural event that established a new benchmark for the industry, the 2026 edition is scheduled to take place on 30 October at the Birchwood …

The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa (IDC) has opened an Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the sale of its 10.2% equity stake in Rossing Uranium Limited, one of the world’s largest and longest-running open-pit uranium mines. Established in the 1970s, Rossing has been a cornerstone of global uranium …

Frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally, Metso has invested in a new rubber products plant in Quzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. The plant is expected to meet growing demand and improve service for its customers. By expanding its manufacturing …

Doubling its research output over the past two years has been a key factor in the improved global ranking of the School of Mining Engineering at the University of the Witwatersrand. In its most recent Biennial Review, the school also reported that its growing research output between 2023 and 2024 …

Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) has launched 2026 with a strong new theme: ‘Break the Ground, Own the Shift’, positioning women as central drivers of innovation, safety and inclusivity in South Africa’s mining sector. The organisation also announced Mogaleadi Seabela as its new President, succeeding Raksha Naidoo, whose tenure …

The leading Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 voices have unpacked how regional integration promotion, Pan-African partnerships and policy alignment are accelerating Africa’s mining transformation, which is in turn promising to catalyse energy and transport infrastructure development, industrial and manufacturing activity, skills demand, and employment creation on the continent. As …

A Namibian drilling company since 2006, has completed numerous successful projects throughout the country. The list of satisfied clients is extensive with references available.   OUR FLEET CONSISTS OF: 10x RC drillrigs 12x Core drillrigs Related support rod trucks, water trucks, compressors, boosters, crew carriers, LDV’s   OUR FOCUS AREAS …

Midtronics, a global leader in battery management technology, represented locally by COMTEST, offers the proven MVT handheld battery tester. The revolutionary tool, powered by MDX-AI, is set to redefine the standards of battery diagnostics and testing in the automotive industry. The MVT battery tester is designed to deliver unparalleled accuracy and …

Australia is poised to meet the surging global demand for heavy rare earths (HREs) following China’s decision to halt exports, a move that could reshape the global minerals landscape. The announcement comes on the heels of a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and U.S. President Donald Trump, which …

SkyJacks, a leading provider of access, lifting and material handling solutions, is proud to announce that it has been appointed as the authorised distributor of Hyundai forklifts in South Africa by HD Hyundai XiteSolution. The strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies and reinforces their shared commitment to …