Mining News

28/07/2023

“The past three and a half years at 3S Media have been nothing but amazing” – Dineo Phoshoko.

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After 16 years of monthly, alternate monthly and quarterly publications, 44 instalments of Mining News in 30 Seconds, hundreds of updates on the Mining News website, and countless social media posts, the time has come for 3S Media’s mining brands to bow out. Novus Holdings has decided to close its...

28/07/2023

“The past three and a half years at 3S Media have been nothing but amazing” – Dineo Phoshoko.

After 16 years of monthly, alternate monthly and quarterly publications, 44 instalments of Mining News in 30 Seconds, hundreds of updates on the Mining News website, and countless social media posts, the time has come for 3S Media’s mining brands to bow out. Novus Holdings has decided to close its...

26/07/2023

Inside Mining talks to Moso Bolofo, director at Steinmüller Africa, about the company’s 60-year legacy and its ongoing service offering to the boiler- and process-steam operators in South Africa and across the broader continent.

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24/07/2023

Hydrogen, often referred to as the “fuel of the future,” is emerging as a promising solution for energy-related challenges, and that has the potential to revolutionise the energy sector in Africa and beyond.

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Hydrogen, often referred to as the "fuel of the future," is emerging as a promising solution for energy challenge.

21/07/2023

The African water sector’s growing need for integrated solutions from multi-disciplinary teams has created a Water and Environmental Technology (WET) unit at SRK Consulting, streamlining the company’s capabilities in vital sectors.

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The African water sector’s growing need for integrated solutions from multi-disciplinary teams has led to the creation of a Water and Environmental Technology

20/07/2023

“If you look at the Northern Cape, it is not just the next mineral province of South Africa. It is probably one of the richest mineral provinces in the world. The resources are there, the people are there, but the people need skills to be able to, in this modern era, drive the mining advancement that we need” – Jan Nelson, Copper 360 chief executive.

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Copper 360 launched its School of Mining, a project designed to close the near-term skills deficit in the resources sector

19/07/2023

Transnet SOC Ltd has concluded the process of selecting an equity partner for its flagship Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2.

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18/07/2023

"Lucara Diamond has made tremendous progress on the Karowe underground expansion project, despite many challenges over the last year as we transitioned into the main sink phase of the underground development" - Eira Thomas, Lucara Diamond Corp. CEO.

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Lucara Diamond has provided the latest update on the Karowe Underground Expansion project (UGP).

13/07/2023

Here’s a Mining News exclusive article by Dineo Phoshoko. A review of the recent MWC Shanghai 2023 detailing Huawei’s technologies for the mining industry.

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Huawei participated in MWC Shanghai 2023 and showcased game-changing technologies for various industries including mining.

12/07/2023

We are pleased to inform you that our website is now updated with all the scheduled events, including WiMSA and Partner events. By visiting our site, you can conveniently plan out the rest of your year ahead.

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Some events have placeholders, so you know what is planned for that month. As usual, we will share all this information on our social media channels in advance so you don't miss out!

10/07/2023

Enlit Africa is excited to share that the 2023 Post-Event Report is now ready for download! The report contains insight into audience statistics, key speaker highlights, utilities and municipalities, conference sessions, sponsors and exhibitors, and much more!

👉 Download the entire Enlit Africa 2023 Post-Event Report here: https://lnkd.in/de-H3wvM

07/07/2023

BME has released a new version of its popular Xplolog system for capturing and analysing data on blast holes and decks.

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BME has released a new version of its popular Xplolog system for capturing and analysing data on blast holes and decks.

06/07/2023

Together with academics from the University of Pretoria and highly qualified subject matter experts from Exxaro, South Africa’s New Leaf Technologies P/L aided the resources company in designing climate change courseware for its employees.

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Exxaro has been shortlisted for a global learning and development award. The coal mining company has been shortlisted in the Best Learning Experience category.

05/07/2023

"Successful exploration is more than replacing the ounces we mine as well as identifying new growth opportunities with the potential to deliver the next generation of major discoveries in the Loulo region" - Mark Bristow, Barrick Gold Corporation president and chief executive.

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Barrick’s 26-year-long partnership with the state of Mali has built the country’s gold mining industry into a world leader and positioned it strongly for further growth.

04/07/2023

Specialist training providers offer tailored programmes to address the challenges faced by South Africa’s mining industry, equipping mine managers and workers with skills to improve safety, labour relations, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, and productivity, writes Jacques Farmer from Prisma Training Solutions.

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Specialist training providers offer tailored programmes to address the challenges faced by South Africa's mining industry.

30/06/2023

Through 5G and AI, Huawei has developed technologies that make smart mining possible. Unmanned mining operations through autonomous mine trucks are one of the technological solutions available for the mining industry.

30/06/2023

The media were taken on a visit to the Mobile Broadband Executive Briefing Centre to see and experience Huawei's technology offering, specifically looking at how 5G and 5.5G connect industries, people and things.

30/06/2023

Exhibiting at stands E10 and E50 in Hall N1 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre - SNIEC, Huawei showcased various products and services such as the 5G MEC solutions. A demo showed how MEC to mine enabled real-time communication with miners as far as 300m deep in an underground mine.

30/06/2023

From 🇿🇦 to 🇨🇳. Mining News editor Dineo Phoshoko is in Shanghai China for MWC Shanghai 2023 – specifically looking at Huawei technologies that will boost the 5G evolution towards 5.5G to revitalise the digital economy.

29/06/2023

“In the DRC, there is a high likelihood of many project transactions over the next year, are likely to happen in quick succession and exploration efforts will also speed up.” Views from SRK Consulting experts Vis Reddy, Susa Maleba, Dominique Sambwa & Wouter Jordaan.

Details here: https://miningnews.co.za/2023/06/13/building-drc-mining-on-responsible-standards/

29/06/2023

MWC Shanghai 2023 has officially kicked off and Huawei has shown up in full force showcasing its products and solutions at stands E10 and E50 in Hall N1 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

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MWC Shanghai 2023 has officially kicked off. From 28-30 June, the largest and most influential gathering of the connectivity ecosystem in Asia brings together world-leading companies and trailblazers to share the latest thought leadership about the progression and future of connectivity. Huawei has....

26/06/2023

An article by SRK Consulting experts Susa Maleba, Dominique Sambwa, Wouter Jordaan & Vis Reddy states that sought-after metals like copper, cobalt and lithium make the DRC an attractive investment destination for mineral exploration and mine development and expansion.

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The search for battery minerals is taking on an almost frantic urgency, with countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) finding themselves under the exploration microscope.

21/06/2023

The big day has finally arrived with the start of the 2nd Annual Mine Security Conference! Delegates are at the Indaba Hotel for the first day of the conference organised by Pinpoint Stewards.

20/06/2023

Today is ! In the article below, OIM Consulting managing director Arjen de Bruin explains that productivity starts with the people.

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Optimal productivity is not always easy to quantify, and the yardstick differs from industry to industry.

20/06/2023

**ONE DAY TO GO**

Hosted by Pinpoint Stewards, the 6th annual Mine Security Conference kicks off tomorrow. You can still be part of the two-day conference.

Click here for registration details: [email protected]

20/06/2023

“The JAE38 Wildcub is testament to the expertise and craftsmanship of the company’s design and technology team” – Matimba Mahange, JA Engineering CEO. He was speaking at the launch of the new low-mid-seam continuous miner.

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JA Engineering launched its new low-mid-seam JAE38 Wildcub continuous miner machine at its headquarters in Boksburg.

19/06/2023

According to SRK Consulting’s Susa Maleba, Dominique Sambwa, Wouter Jordaan & Vis Reddy, the search for battery minerals is almost frantic, with countries like the DRC finding themselves under the exploration microscope.

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The search for battery minerals is taking on an almost frantic urgency, with countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) finding themselves under the exploration microscope.

15/06/2023

Glencore has affirmed it’s commitment to the region and country ahead of the DRC Mining Week Expo and Conference in Lubumbashi from 14 to 16 June 2023.

Glencore has affirmed it’s commitment to the region and country ahead of the DRC Mining Week Expo and Conference in Lubumbashi from 14 to 16 June 2023.

14/06/2023

The DRC Mining Week starts today. RK Consulting's DRC team – Susa Maleba, Dominique Sambwa, Wouter Jordaan & Vis Reddy unpack how the mining sector is facing increased pressure to advance projects, with closure planning and the embedding of environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations.

Details here: https://ow.ly/2Yqw50ONJj0