The Kimberley Process: Alleviating Poverty in the Diamond Trade
Some of the most notable African conflicts in past decades have been driven by the race to obtain resources, especially diamonds. Profits from the diamond...
Mining
CATERPILLAR CELEBRATES PRODUCTION OF 175,000 MEDIUM HIGH DRIVE DOZERS
In 1985, Caterpillar expanded its revolutionary elevated sprocket undercarriage concept to its medium track-type tractor (MTTT) line with the launch of the H-Series models. Still...
The mine of the future – John Lewis, Managing Director, Aggreko Africa
The mining sector has faced significant challenges over the past few years. These have been exacerbated by the recent pandemic and emphasised by the global...
Zambia’s copper exports to China affected by regional COVID-19 lockdowns
Zambia’s copper exports to China have been affected by COVID-19 lockdowns imposed by some countries in the southern African region, an industry body said on...
Mining in West Africa steams ahead despite pandemic
With some of the world’s highest gold grades, the West African mining sector is generally producing well even under Covid-19 conditions – and is relying...
Energy Efficient Mining for a better tomorrow.
Never has there been more of a need from the mining industry to opt for energy efficient measures on the journey to sustainability as part...
Mini-excavator EZ17e: emission-free, quiet, powerful
With the fully electric mini-excavator EZ17e, the Emission-Free Construction Site is becoming a reality. (Munich, August 2020) Wacker Neuson is expanding its zero emission range to...
Consider it pumped with the WEDA from Atlas Copco
Consider it pumped with the WEDA from Atlas Copco Featuring unrivalled performance, efficiency, reliability and flexibility, Atlas Copco’s WEDA electric submersible pump series offers perfect...
Nigeria Signs Deal to End Disputes Over Offshore-Oil Exports
Nigeria’s state oil company signed a preliminary agreement to end a dispute with two energy companies over oil exports, signaling a move toward resolving similar...
Record bullion prices give South African gold miners a lifeline, risks remain
South African gold miners are looking to cut debt and boost dividends as bullion hits record highs, with analysts and fund managers predicting a sectoral...