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Nestled on the edge of the Namib desert, a ribbon of rust-coloured dunes stretching towards an unforgiving horizon, a quiet revolution is brewing. King Philippe of Belgium stood alongside Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba earlier this month, not to marvel at the stark beauty, but to inaugurate a project that could …

The Botswana government is considering increasing its shareholding in global diamond miner De Beers, according to President Mokgweetsi Masisi, following parent company Anglo American’s announcement of plans to spin off or sell the business. Botswana currently owns a 15% stake in De Beers and contributes 70% of the company’s annual …

In a move aligned with its ambitious expansion plans, Andrada Mining has chosen to incorporate TOMRA XRT sensor-based sorting technology into its flagship Uis Mine in Namibia. This strategic acquisition includes the addition of pre-concentration circuits aimed at enhancing the mine’s output. The Uis tin mine, one of Namibia’s largest …

Organisers of the annual renowned mining jamboree Mining Indaba have announced the theme for next year’s event. According to the organisers, the Mining Indaba 2025 will be held under the banner: Future-Proofing African Mining, Today! “Together, let’s mine not only precious resources but also hope, resilience, and a legacy worthy …

Good news for parched communities in southern Africa! A collaborative project, aptly named “Enhanced Water Security and Community Resilience in the Adjacent Cuvelai and Kunene Transboundary River Basins,” has been officially endorsed by Angola and Namibia. This ambitious initiative, valued at US$11 million, marks a turning point in the fight …

The world is on the cusp of a clean energy revolution, and copper, the “metal of electrification,” is at the heart of it all. With demand for copper expected to skyrocket, Namibia, a country with untapped potential, is emerging as a game-changer. Currently, established copper giants like Chile, Peru, and …

The recently concluded Namibian International Energy Conference (NIEC) 2024 placed a strong emphasis on promoting “Namibian content,” a local content strategy designed to boost domestic participation in the country’s burgeoning energy sector. Speakers at the conference, held from April 23rd to 25th, highlighted the importance of capacity building and well-defined …

Canadian miner Madison Metals has sent a jolt of excitement through the resource sector, outlining priority drill targets at its Khan Project in Namibia. This news comes as a welcome development for investors eager to capitalize on the growing global demand for uranium, a critical fuel for clean nuclear energy. …

Namibia’s diamond industry, once a glittering jewel in the country’s economic crown, is facing a period of turbulence. A slowdown in global demand, coupled with potential new regulations, threatens to cast a shadow over the sector. Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, painted a sobering picture during his recent …

Capital equipment like pumps operate only as well as their components and wear parts allow, so it makes little sense to risk this performance by installing a replicated part. “Mining and other industrial applications rely heavily on continuous operations to reach the productivity levels that make them profitable,” says Marnus …