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As Namibia grows across oil and gas, renewable energy, construction and logistics, aligning education with labour market needs has never been more critical. Expanding access to tertiary and vocational education creates opportunities but access alone does not guarantee employable skills. The country’s long-term development hinges on whether training reflects real …

With the acquisition of Australia-based MRA Automation, Metso has expanded its bulk material handling capabilities by enhancing its automation, digitalisation and software offering for ports and terminals globally. The Finnish engineering group announced on February 2 that it has acquired Newcastle, New South Wales-based Multiskilled Resources Australia (MRA Automation), a …

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 …

Quarterly activities reported for the last quarter of the year have recorded strong progress at Etango Uranium Project. The project developers Bannerman Energy says significant developments across a range of key work streams have been achieved. Brandon Munro, Bannerman Executive Chairman said the company is advancing towards a targeted positive …

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 …

The Zahid Group from Saudi Arabia has finalised its R23 billion acquisition of Barloworld, completing a landmark deal that will see the South African industrial group delist from the JSE and A2X and transition to private ownership under a Middle Eastern-led consortium. The acquisition was executed through Newco, a consortium …

A newly announced country strategy by President Emmanuel Macron signals a sharpened focus on Africa’s mining sector, positioning the continent as central to France’s long-term energy security and industrial competitiveness. As competition for minerals intensifies globally, led by China, Russia and the U.S., the strategy signals a renewed push by …

Canadian miner Forsys Metals has announced drilling results from its extension and exploration drilling program at the Valencia deposit. The drilling program’s objective is to expand mineral resources within and adjacent to the Valencia main pit. “We are further encouraged by these results from both the Valencia Main deposit and …

LiuGong will return to Mining Indaba 2026 with a clear message for Africa’s mining sector, that sustainability and productivity no longer have to be trade-offs. Building on strong engagement at last year’s event, the global equipment manufacturer will use the Cape Town gathering from 9 to 12 February to highlight …

Production at the €783 million (R14.9 billion) Keliber lithium project in Finland will be phased, with Sibanye-Stillwater citing oversupply in the global lithium market. The Johannesburg-headquartered miner said that last year, prices for lithium concentrate were “well below” the project incentive price of $10,000 to $15,000 LCE (lithium carbonate equivalent). …