Through diversifying its portfolio and advancing exploration projects, West Africa-focused gold producer Thor Explorations is transitioning from a single-mine junior producer towards its goal of... 

As part of its strategic objective to reach 500 000 oz/y of gold production, precious metals mining company Fortuna Mining is advancing the Diamba Sud gold project toward a construction decision... 

To better support operations in West Africa’s rapidly expanding mining sector, Gauteng pumps supplier Integrated Pump Technology was officially appointed an authorised distributor of the Grindex... 

Through leveraging West Africa’s significant exploration potential, favourable mining regimes and administrative efficiency, gold producer Endeavour Mining is targeting growing organically to... 

Drive and control technologies company SEW-EURODRIVE says following a holistic approach to system efficiency using its IE3-standard motors, combined with other equipment, can realise cost savings... 

Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 3 certification from the International Electrical Commission (IEC) has been achieved for electric motors and large drive systems company Innomotics and mechanical... 

Electric motors are central to South Africa’s mining operations – powering fans, pumps, conveyors and other essential equipment – making developments in motor and drive technology increasingly more... 

Founded in 1954 by a group of recognised leaders in the repair and servicing of electric motors, Marthinusen and Coutts (M&C), a division of ACTOM,  has grown into a trusted service provider for... 

Equipment automation is taking centre stage in original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Astec Africa’s product offering to mining clients across Africa, says capital sales business line manager Calvin... 

A partnership between automated, electrically powered rail haulage company Railveyor and engineering firm Deebar aims to optimise the efficiency, safety and environmental impact of haulage in... 

Although most conveyors experience some degree of material loss owing to spillage, leakage, dust and carryback – collectively known as fugitive materials – Martin Engineering president emeritus... 

Conveyor systems are the lifeblood of South Africa’s mining and quarrying operations. From coal and copper to aggregates and cement, these systems move massive volumes of material every day – often... 

Worm gears, used for speed-reduction in tight spaces for various types of automation systems, conveyor belts, industrial machinery and lifting equipment in industrial and mining applications,... 

Svendborg Brakes have been installed as original equipment in South Africa, and throughout the world, on a wide range of applications. The key to their success is extensive application knowledge,... 

The first hybrid tracked mobile Sandvik QA452e triple-deck screen ordered as stock by a South African distributor has been sold after only being in the country for a week. This sale signifies an... 

African mining operations are placing more emphasis on efficiency, reliability and local support regarding crushing, screening and milling equipment – a shift that South African original-equipment... 

Mobile crushing and screening service provider Eco-Match is noticing growing demand for mobile solutions across South Africa and the wider African mining industry, as clients require faster plant... 

The mining industry’s shift towards efficiency and cost savings is changing the way operators approach screening processes, with rubber screening panels from original-equipment manufacturer (OEM)... 

The demand for minerals such as gold, copper and lithium is driving African mines to adopt more efficient crushing, screening and milling systems that can meet these production targets while also... 

MAGNA, the Terex brand of mobile crushing, screening and conveying equipment established to meet the needs of large-scale operations, has appointed mineral processing solutions company MMD Mineral... 

South Africa’s coal mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation. The traditional model of large, centralised mines with massive 2 000 t/h coal handling plants is giving way to smaller,... 

The e-Power Powertrack range of mobile crushers and screens from equipment solutions provider Athos Crushing & Screening is poised to meet the growing demand for greener mining and quarrying... 

International leader in industrial vibration technology OLIVIBRA provides its clients around the world with industrial vibrators, exciter drive units, OWC suspension units, pneumatic vibration,... 

It is no coincidence that the majority of the world’s mobile crushing equipment is fitted with PT Tech hydraulic power take off (HPTO) clutch units as they were essentially designed to meet the... 

This year’s Joburg Indaba will focus on creating an enabling environment that supports mining opportunities in South Africa, providing insights into the global outlook for platinum- group metals... 

Embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies in a comprehensive business framework has enabled platinum group metals (PGMs) producer Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) to... 

The Joburg Indaba provides a vital platform for “frank and necessary” conversations about the future of South Africa’s mining industry, says Minerals Council South Africa CEO Mzila Mthenjane. The... 

Eskom and its generation and grid dynamics will likely be a key talking point at this year's Joburg Indaba, says professional services and auditing firm PwC Africa energy, utilities and resources... 

The Minerals Council South Africa, whose 70 member companies and associations represent more than 90% of South African yearly mineral production by value, is at the forefront of advocating for an... 

My first exposure to underground mining was in the early 1990’s at Thabazimbi iron-ore sublevel cave section. It was hard not to be fascinated by the three-dimensional labyrinth of tunnels filled... 

Copper miner First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM’s) S3 expansion project at its Kansanshi mine is running on time and according to budget, says CEO Tristan Pascall. Situated in Solwezi, Zambia, the S3... 

At a gemstone mine in Zambia, dewatering is critical to keeping the openpit both safe and productive. Here, two Godwin Dri-Prime HL160 pumps from Integrated Pump Technology have enabled mining... 

With several promising discussions, ranging from equipment supply to turnkey plant solutions, with clients in Zambia, turnkey crushing and quarrying solutions company Gold Rock Projects anticipates... 

Gemstone miner Gemfields has mined its biggest emerald from its Kagem Mining operation in Zambia, which it has named Imboo (meaning Buffalo) and which went on auction on September 11, the sales...