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DRC’s prime minister to attend Mining Indaba 2024

As one of the world’s largest producers of green metals, it is expected that Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde will be attending Mining Indaba 2024 to highlight key investment opportunities in the country’s mining sector at Mining Indaba The organisers said the attendees …

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Namibia’s Langer Heinrich Mine Awakens: Uranium Production Nears, but Hiccups Remain

Namibia’s iconic Langer Heinrich uranium mine is stirring awake after a six-year slumber. While the first commercial production remains targeted for the first quarter of 2024, a slight delay might occur due to lower contractor productivity over the festive season. Despite this hiccup, the commissioning and operations teams have collaborated …

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Africa Energy Indaba puts on spotlight advanced nuclear technologies

With potential to shape the continent’s energy landscape, advanced nuclear technologies is to be put on spotlight at the Africa Energy Indaba. The energy jamboree has a nuclear forum lined up, bringing together global leaders, industry experts and policymakers to delve into the latest developments in nuclear power, emphasising its …

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Multi-dimensional tailings standard demands varied disciplines

With the passing of the first deadline for mining companies to bring their tailings storage facilities (TSFs) into compliance with new standards, a fundamental shift has taken place toward a more multi-dimensional approach. In August 2023, the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) required compliance from tailings storage facilities …

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Mining activities should no longer be permitted in areas that rely on groundwater resources, says Agric Minister

Calle Schlettwein, the Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, believes that mining activities should no longer be permitted in areas that rely on groundwater resources. Schlettwein said the government should also hurry to stop potentially harmful exploration and other mining activities currently taking place in areas that have been …

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Galp’s Mopane-1X Discovery Sparks Excitement Across the Nation

The rhythmic roar of an offshore drilling rig reverberated across the Namibian coast in January 2024, echoing promises of a brighter future for the nation. Portuguese energy giant Galp’s momentous discovery of light oil at the Mopane-1X well has ignited a wave of optimism, painting a picture of potential wealth …

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WearCheck at Mining Indaba 2024

Specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck, is showcasing its range of mining-related predictive maintenance techniques, products and services at the 2024 Investing in Africa Mining Indaba in Cape Town’s ICC from 5-8 February 2024. Technical manager, Steven Lumley, and a team of technical experts from WearCheck will be on hand to …

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Mining Indaba 2024 Gears Up for Disruption

Get ready for a seismic shift in African mining, as Mining Indaba 2024 prepares to rock Cape Town, South Africa, from February 5th to 8th. This year’s conference, aptly themed “Embracing the Power of Positive Disruption: A Bold New Future for African Mining,” promises to rewrite the script for the …

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AFRICAN MINING INDABA 2024: the objective is finding solutions and paths towards positive change in mining

Mining Indaba is the pinnacle event for promoting long-term investment in African mining. Attracting a broad and prominent speaker lineup, including industry professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the country and beyond to promote economic growth and foster positive changes in the mining industry. The 2024 conference aims to celebrate …

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Namibia continue to attract huge interest from global energy players

TotalEnergies has increased its holding in the Venus oil discovery offshore Namibia in a deal with Impact Oil and Gas that marks a significant step towards the prospect’s development, the energy major said on Wednesday. TotalEnergies agreed to acquire from Impact, which is majority-owned by Africa Oil and Hosken Consolidated Investments …

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