Venetia will impact positively on investor confidence

The Limpopo-based Venetia diamond expansion project, owned by diversified mining major Anglo American subsidiary De Beers, is a significant boost for the South African mining industry as a whole,... 

Rare earths opportunities arise in the US

While light rare-earth elements (LREEs) – produced in China and several other parts of the world – are currently in oversupply, there is an increasing demand for heavy rare-earth elements (HREEs)... 

Positive outlook for Australia’s rare earths industry

The rare earths industry has a long-term future owing to varied and advanced applications of the commodities, particularly in green products and new technologies, says Australian mining and... 

German company says SA is perfect partnership

In comparison to the German market, the South African market is growing but is still very small.  The market for ware washing systems is bigger in Germany and in Europe, but South Africa’s growing... 

Rare earths potential increasing, says specialist

There is significant potential for new rare earths business outside of China, particularly in the design, construction and operation of rare earths separation refineries, says Vancouver-based rare... 

Discovering diamonds in Cape Town

There has been an increase in attendance at the Cape Town Diamond Museum, owing to the growing numbers of visitors to Cape Town in general and the museum’s own marketing activities, says Cape Town... 

Botswana remains focused on diamonds

Botswana has focused on its diamond mines and the wealth generated from those mines over the last 40 years, says diamond producer Lucara Diamonds. The company adds that the Botswana government has... 

Specialist consultancy on the prospects of diamond mining

Despite the high costs involved in, and the long lead time needed for exploring for diamonds, they will become an increasingly rare and valuable commodity and hence one worth investing in if you do... 

Future of diamond industry bright, says producer

The global diamond industry is continuing to gain momentum, as there is a global scarcity of high-quality gem diamonds, which is diamond developer Rockwell Diamond’s market niche. In terms of the... 

Plastic piping perfect for water systems

In light of looming water scarcity in South Africa, plastic-piping solutions provider Marley Pipe Systems is constantly exploring ways of conserving water, wherever possible. “In South Africa,... 

Technology can solve South Africa’s water problems

In addition to a possible water shortage predicted by 2020, South Africa’s water problems are being exacerbated by other challenges, such as leaking pipes, ageing infrastructure and poor municipal... 

Software developer provides solutions for Namibia

Although very small, Namibia’s market economy is well run by government and industry players, and the economy continues to register substantial growth, particularly in the mining sector, says... 

Exploring Namibia’s rich uranium reserves

Having been involved in the Namibian mining industry since the early 2000s, advanced-stage Canadian explorer Forsys Metals says that it continues to see growth potential in the region and describes... 

Mining lab focuses on Namibia

Namibia is replete with skilled, English-speaking professionals required by the chemicals and mining industries and, as such, is proving to be an invaluable African investment for many companies... 

Diamond mining may threaten Namibia’s coastline

The Benguela Current Commision (BCC), a multisectoral intergovernmental initiative of Angola, Namibia and South Africa, could play a role in coordinating studies that monitor the impact of mining... 

Mitigating the environmental effects of opencast mining

Opencast mining operations in South Africa remain one of the industry’s main contributors to short- and long-term environmental damage, as they have a direct and cumulative impact on the air,... 

SA investment in DRC opencast operations

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is potentially one of the richest mining countries in Africa, based on its vast copper, cobalt and diamond resources, says mining equipment manufacturer VR... 

Century of opencast mining leaves poor legacy

A historic legacy of gold mining on Gauteng’s West Rand has impacted negatively on the area’s landscape and environment, says South Africa-focused mine tailings extractor Mintails, which has been... 

Careful water management is required at openpit mines, says consultancy

Independent consulting engineers and scientists, SRK Consulting SA has completed numerous surface water studies for feasibility studies for openpit in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) and... 

Piping solutions successful in tough African mining environment

As water is a scarce and valuable resource, it is essential for mine owners to effectively manage the flow of water throughout an entire mine site, from frontline raw material processing to... 

Artisanal mining continues to threaten water quality

While regulated mines have greatly improved their environmental performance over the years, specifically with regard to water management, the use of liquid mercury in artisanal and small-scale... 

Tailings extractor invests in water treatment technology

South Africa-focused tailings extractor Mintails is implementing a long-term, sustainable solution to the prevailing problem of acid mine drainage (AMD) on Johannesburg’s West Rand, said Mintails... 

Central basin pumps set to solve AMD issue

Displaying government’s resolve to mitigate the challenge of acid mine drainage (AMD) in Gauteng’s Witwatersrand, South Africa’s Water and Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa in March... 

Shaft impact course offered

Aggregate, rock and mineral mine operators and plant managers can gain insight into the physics of processing materials using vertical shaft impact (VSI) crushers during a two-day course at US... 

Ghana seen as gateway into West Africa

Compared with the rest of Africa, Ghana’s economy and political environment are relatively stable, which is consequently encouraging the expansion of mining companies and suppliers into the West... 

Oil specialist strategically servicing mines in Ghana

Owing to the growth of the mining industry in Ghana, more companies are investing in the resource-rich country, says South African condition monitoring specialist WearCheck, which recently expanded... 

Ghana shows positive investment climate, attracts $13.5bn

Ghana’s favourable investment climate has succeeded in attracting some $13.5-billion in mining investment over the last two decades, highlighted Lands and Natural Resources Minister Alhaji Inusah... 

Resources Minister on Ghana’s Minerals and Mining Act

Promulgated in 2006, Ghana’s Minerals and Mining Act is aimed at highlighting the country’s mining sector as attractive to investors, while at the same time ensuring that government takes a fair... 

Resources Minister on Ghana’s mining potential

Ghana has been and will continue to be the preferred mining investment destination in Africa, said Ghana Lands and Natural Resources Minister Alhaji Inusah Fuseini at the Investing in Africa Mining... 

Going for gold in Ghana

“The Asanko Gold Mine Project will be Ghana’s newest gold mine, joining the ranks of well established gold producers, such as Newmont, AngloGold Ashanti and Kinross, and has the potential to become... 

Setting standards for sugar cane

To date, 3.66% of the world’s land that farms sugarcane has been certified as sustainable against the standard set by sustainability organisation Bonsucro, which is working at continuing to grow... 

Sugar cane poses some environmental threats

The widespread practice of burning sugar cane prior to harvest is becoming a challenge, particularly in Southern Africa, as it causes air pollution and biomass residue (cane trash), which could... 

Mining giant invests significantly in environmental protection

South African petrochemicals giant Sasol is forced to take drastic measures with regard to environmental protection efforts, especially at its Secunda-based underground coal mining complex, which... 

New legal framework for mine dumps defines ownership

The amendments and further proposed amendments to the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA) attempt to clarify the regulation of mine dumps created before the commencement of the... 

Testing services provider prioritises the environment, promotes sustainability

Inspection, verification, testing and certification company SGS has, as part of its endeavour to promote sustainability and environmental protection in the mining industry, been servicing South... 

GIS software application manages mining’s environmental impact

In response to mining company’s moral duty to protect the planet’s natural resources and uplift societies in which they operate, environmental and social solutions provider Digby Wells... 

World to face water scarcity by 2050

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development estimates that, by 2050, more than 60% of the population in Brazil, Russia, India, Indonesia, China and South Africa, will live under... 

Desalination a solution to SA’s growing water demand

Engineering, management and specialist technical services company Aurecon says that, water, which is a finite resource and is mostly allocated to users, will become significantly more expensive for... 

Indaba reflects state of SA mining industry

While the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2014 was well managed, it was not as well attended as the 2013 indaba, notes offshore law firm Ogier, adding that most indaba exhibitors were service... 

Post-indaba ROI to take place

While the Investing in African Mining Indaba was a success by most accounts, the popular mining conference’s return on investment (ROI) will be closely monitored over the next few months by supply...