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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 …

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 …

Windfall for Mining Firm as Uranium and Copper Dreams Take Shape Madison Metals Inc. is celebrating after securing a lucrative licence to explore for uranium, copper, and other precious metals in Namibia. The green light from the Ministry of Mines and Energy paves the way for the company to expand …

Adjustable chocks from SKF will play an important role in the world’s largest visible/near-infrared telescope, the ELT, which is currently under construction in Chile An unsung product from SKF’s catalogue – the adjustable chock – has played a key role in the construction of a huge telescope. The European Southern …

While many African countries benefit from mining’s growth, there remain concerns about communities adjacent to mines facing risks to their groundwater or surface water supply and resources – casting a spotlight on mines’ water stewardship responsibilities. “Africa’s world-class copper belt, for instance, holds great potential for the future, and mining …

SKF’s maintenance free Y Bearing Unit has significantly extended equipment uptime for key customer Gibela, a foremost, level 5CE CIBD-rated civil company with more than ten years’ experience in the field. The environment in which Gibela operates its machines and equipment can be extremely taxing. Charl Engelbrecht, SKF Key Accounts …

Integrated Fire Technology is gearing up for a return to the upcoming Electra Mining Africa Expo, set to take place at Nasrec Johannesburg in early September. The company will use the event to unveil its latest advancements in fire suppression technology, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to enhancing safety standards across …

Comtest, the representative of Franklin Electric—Grid Solutions has announced that their INCON™ Distribution Transformer Monitor (DTM) has been updated to include new transformer life prediction functionality, enabling service and maintenance forecasting. The enhancement leverages predictive algorithms to estimate the remaining lifespan of transformers to streamline operations. Additionally, the DTM now …

Electra Mining Africa, recognized as a ‘5-in-1 Trade Show’ is set to be one of the biggest exhibitions this year. Slated for the 2nd to the 6th of September at Nasrec, Johannesburg, the event incorporates five shows – Electra Mining Africa, Automation Expo, Elenex Africa, POWERex, and Transport Expo. With over 850 companies …

Australian diamond explorer Gibb River Diamonds has staked its claim in the heart of Africa’s uranium industry, acquiring two significant projects in Namibia. This move marks a strategic shift for the company, known for its diamond and gold exploration in Western Australia, and signifies the growing appeal of Namibia’s rich …