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Noronex has strengthened its position in the Kalahari Copper Belt with the addition of two recently acquired Botswana tenements into its strategic alliance with South32, under the same financial terms as the original deal. The new agreement will see South32 increase its joint-venture commitment, contributing an additional $1 million per …

Andrada Mining Limited (AIM: ATM, OTCQB: ATMTF), the critical minerals producer with operations in Namibia, has commenced exploration drilling at its Lithium Ridge project in partnership with Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile SA (SQM) through its subsidiary SQM Australia (Pty) Ltd. The campaign marks a major step in the …

Namibia is undertaking a significant legislative overhaul of its mining sector, aiming to strike a new balance between attracting foreign investment and ensuring its citizens gain a fairer share of the nation’s mineral wealth. This ambitious reform, which is currently under review, signals a new era for one of Africa’s …

As Namibia’s mining sector attracts new investment and embraces digitalisation, the Mineworkers’ Union of Namibia (MUN) is taking an increasingly assertive stance to ensure workers benefit from the industry’s rapid transformation. The union, led by its general secretary, is positioning itself as a central player in national policy debates, demanding …

Andrada Mining Ltd. has completed construction of a new tin processing plant at its flagship Uis Mine in Namibia, a move aimed at significantly boosting its production capacity and strengthening its market position. The company announced the new facility, known as the Jig Plant, was completed on schedule and within …

Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) and QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Mine have launched a strategic partnership to promote responsible alcohol and moderate consumption. The programme equips employees with the knowledge, skills, and support to make informed decisions about responsible and moderate consumption, impacting the broader Namibian corporate sector’s commitment to fostering …

By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck   The topic of oil additives is vast, and Steven Lumley – technical manager for WearCheck  – continues the conversation around these essential components of a good engine-management programme, this time with a new focus: detergent additives.   What are they? Organo-metallic compounds of …

Namibia’s mining industry is proving resilient in the face of a sluggish global economy, buoyed by strong performance in key commodities like uranium, gold, and copper. The sector’s stability is a bright spot amid broader economic concerns, according to the latest report from the Chamber of Mines of Namibia. Despite …

Debmarine Namibia, a subsidiary of global diamond giant De Beers, is commissioning a state-of-the-art offshore diamond recovery vessel, signaling a significant investment in its marine operations. The project, awarded to Dutch shipbuilding group Damen Shipyards, will see the construction of a new vessel designed to enhance deep-sea mining capabilities. The …

HTPS PTY (Ltd) is a specialized, Manufacturing and Engineering solutions business that focuses on supplying world leading solutions for hydro transport that is locally designed, built and supported. The manufacturing of new HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) lined spools, ranging up to 18-meter lengths and sizes varying from 100mm (114mm OD) to …