Top Stories

Namibia’s hopes of becoming a G7-recognized diamond certification hub hang in the balance, with a final decision deferred until February 2025. The Ministry of Mines and Energy has confirmed that discussions are ongoing, with a recent G7 technical mission visiting Namibia to assess the country’s readiness for the crucial designation. …

In a complex, challenging industry such as mining, suppliers must have a full understanding of the sector and offer a comprehensive service. A consolidated, one-stop partner can significantly enhance productivity, writes Barloworld Equipment Executive for Greater Africa Operations, Elia Nandjiwa. Miners face harsh working environments, cost challenges and highly complex …

A mini-excavator performing its routine tasks is commonplace. However, when that machine is a 30-year-plus local veteran still going through its paces, it represents a remarkable achievement, one that embodies the unparalleled quality and reliability that the Wacker Neuson brand is globally renowned for. In 1984, Wacker Neuson (then known …

The Africa Energy Indaba is set to be a pivotal event in 2025, advancing the African energy and utilities sectors through meaningful discussions, partnerships, and networking opportunities. Scheduled from March 4-6 in Cape Town, the Indaba will bring together influential stakeholders, policymakers, industry experts, and investors to address Africa’s energy …

In the realm of oxygen and nitrogen supply, businesses frequently grapple with soaring costs, inflexible contracts, and complex logistics. Atlas Copco Compressor Technique addresses these challenges with Total Oxygen and Nitrogen Solutions (TONS), an innovative ecosystem that revolutionises how industries manage their on-site gas requirements. TONS represents a cutting-edge approach …

With abundant sunshine and wind southern Africa is perfectly positioned to become a global powerhouse in green hydrogen production. As the world shifts towards cleaner energy sources Namibia and South Africa provide favourable conditions and are well situated upon one of the world’s central shipping routes to transport the commodity …

Critical raw materials producer Andrada Mining has released its sustainability report for the financial year ended 29 February 2024.   According to the company, the report outlines Andrada’s sustainability framework and its focus on creating thriving, resilient communities, while ensuring responsible operations through best-practice environmental stewardship and robust governance.   …

Mining Indaba – the premier platform for deal-making, investment, and corporate networking for African mining for over 30 years – has announced a 2025 agenda that emphasises the voices of indigenous people and communities in the mainstream of the conference. The new focus for next year’s event -Investing In Mining …

Condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, celebrated a noteworthy milestone recently when diagnostic manager, John Evans, diagnosed his 3 millionth used oil sample at the company’s Durban laboratory. WearCheck’s scientists analyse used samples of oil and other machinery fluids, like coolants, greases, fuel and more, using high-tech laboratory equipment and techniques …

Bannerman Energy has recently appointed Bruce McFadzean, as a non-executive director. According to the company, McFadzean is a mining engineer with over 40 years of mining and process experience across a broad range of commodities and geographies. In addition, he has extensive exposure to all levels of operations and corporate leadership …