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Cat water truck defeats dust

Fully integrating into the mine site’s Cat Command autonomous haulage fleet to control haul road dust, the market’s first commercially available AWT is built on the field-proven 789D mining truck chassis and integrates the truck, tank and Cat Water Delivery System (WDS), connected with Cat MineStar™ technology. Helping prevent haul …

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WearCheck Water wins accreditation for microbiological testing

WearCheck Water’s Johannesburg laboratory was recently awarded ISO/IEC17025 Accreditation for Total Coliforms and E.coli Testing, after a rigorous audit process, adding to the company’s extensive list of certifications, and reinforcing the laboratory’s adherence to  national and international work-quality standards. WearCheck Water operates under the umbrella of specialist condition monitoring company, …

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Namibia’s Mines Go Green: Solar Power Lights the Way to Cleaner Industry

A significant shift towards sustainable mining is underway in Namibia, as Appian Capital Advisory LLP has acquired a controlling stake in the Rosh Pinah Solar Park from Emesco Energy. This strategic move will inject clean, solar-generated power into the operations of the Rosh Pinah Zinc Corporation, marking a pivotal step …

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DBN announces Resignation of the CEO

Dr. John Steytler, the CEO of the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN), has announced his instantaneous resignation to follow fresh prospects, the company made the announcement in a press release. “Dr. Steytler has made a marked impact on the Bank,” said Board Chairperson Ms. Evangelina Nailenge, noting his accomplishments since …

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Leech steps down at Bannerman Energy

Mike Leech has tendered his resignation as a Non-Executive Director of Bannerman Energy, however will continue in his role as a director of Bannerman Mining Resources. Leech has served as a non-executive director of Bannerman Energy since April 2017 and, more recently, as Chair of the Audit Committee, a role …

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Namibia’s Oil Boom Takes Centre Stage: Webinar to Unpack Exploration Hotspot

The global energy industry’s spotlight is firmly fixed on Namibia, a nation rapidly emerging as Africa’s premier exploration hotspot. To dissect this burgeoning sector, the African Energy Chamber (AEC), in partnership with Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy and Wood Mackenzie, will host a pivotal webinar, “Exploration Hotspot: Focus on …

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Lithium Ridge Deal Seals Namibia’s Place in Global Battery Race

A landmark agreement has been struck, positioning Namibia as a key player in the burgeoning global lithium market. Chilean mining giant SQM, the world’s second-largest lithium producer, has secured regulatory approval to join South Africa’s Andrada Mining, forging a partnership to develop the promising Lithium Ridge asset. This deal, SQM’s …

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TAU Mining: Southern Africa’s One-Stop Mining Solution-Updated

TAU Mining, a leading mining contractor based in Southern Africa, is renowned for its world-class open-cast mining services. The company specializes in a comprehensive range of offerings, including mine planning, surveying, production scheduling, and grade control services. Additionally, TAU Mining provides drill, blast, load, haul, and dump functions, ensuring operational …

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Navachab Gold Mine: Inheritance of Development and Expansion.

The first running gold mine in Namibia, Navachab Gold Mine is tucked away in the Erongo Region. Since its founding in 1989, it has been vital for Namibia’s gold output and economic growth. About 10km southwest of Karibib and 170km from the capital, Windhoek, the mine has developed constantly from …

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SA to deliver keynote at Africa Energy Indaba 2025

Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, South Africa’s Minister of Energy and Electricity, will deliver the keynote address at the highly anticipated Africa Energy Indaba taking place from March 4–6, 2025, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). As a leading platform shaping the future of energy in Africa, the Africa Energy Indaba will bring together …

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