The Ministry of Mines and Energy is fast-tracking the National Upstream Petroleum Local Content Policy to ensure local benefit directly from the growing oil and gas sector. Authorities at the ministry said the policy aims to boost local participation across the entire industry, from exploration to production, while maintaining a …
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Consolidated Copper Corp (CCC) has appointed Yalkin Demirkaya as the company’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With over 40 years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity, Demirkaya’s expertise will be pivotal as CCC advances its operational capabilities during a critical phase of growth. As …
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The 2015 Paris Agreement, which set the goal of keeping global average temperature increases less than 2°C (3.6°F) by 2050, has provided a roadmap for countries and industries looking to combat climate change and adapt to its effects. At the heart of the response lie ambitious programs to significantly reduce …
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….as it cracks down on mining wildcatters Namibia is digging in for a showdown with mining companies after revealing that less than half of its approved projects are actually in operation. The southern African nation, renowned for its uranium, lithium, and rare earth deposits, is determined to wring more value …
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The search is on for the world’s top forklift driver, with entries now open for the prestigious Forklift Driver of the Year competition. The thrilling showdown will take place at the Electra Mining Africa exhibition in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 2 to 6 September 2024. Organised by Lifting Africa and LEEASA …
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By Glen-Nora Tjipura The 2024 Mining Expo and Conference, held at the Windhoek Showgrounds from August 7-9, marked the 11th edition of an event that has become central to Namibia’s mining industry. Under the theme “Green Shoots for Namibia’s Mining Industry: A Season of Opportunity and Growth to Drive Economic …
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A prominent African producer of critical raw materials with a range of mining and exploration assets in Namibia, Andrada Mining Limited (AIM: ATM, OTCQB: ATMTF), has successfully finalised a significant funding agreement with Bank Windhoek Limited (BWL). This deal, valued at NAD 175 million (approximately £7.5 million), was concluded by …
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Mark Twain famously said: During the gold rush it’s a good time to be in the pick and shovel business”. The mining, minerals and metals sector has certainly on moved on from just picks and shovels, and with that, countries like Namibia which is quickly becoming the next destination for the proverbial …
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SKF Group, a global leader in the bearing industry, recently made a significant impact on aspiring engineers at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) by participating in the institution’s esteemed Student Career Open Day. The event, organized by the SaiMechE (South African Institution of Mechanical Engineering) student chapter, provided a platform …
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Canadian independent Reconnaissance Energy Africa (ReconAfrica) is ramping up its exploration efforts in Namibia’s Kavango Basin with the recent spudding of the Naingopo-1 well in the Damara Fold Belt. This comes as the company confirms its participation as a Bronze Sponsor at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024, underscoring its commitment …
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