Challenges in mining exploration in the DRC

Determining resources and reserves in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), although known for its significant mining potential and “world-class” deposits in various commodities, has its... 

K. Hill manganese project, Botswana – update

Giyani Metals Corporation has completed enhanced metallurgical testwork and final process flowsheet design as part of its feasibility study on the K.Hill manganese oxide project. 

Premier gold project, Canada – update

The permitting process to restart the Premier gold mine is nearing completion. 

Saltend Chemicals Park rare-earth oxide separation facility, UK – update

Pensana is aiming to establish, subject to funding, a world-class, independent and sustainable supply chain of rare-earth metals vital for electric vehicles, wind turbines and other strategic... 

Scope grows for renewable energy in SA

Nicola Rump, Principal Environmental Scientist, SRK Consulting Rob Gardiner, Partner, Principal Environmental Scientist, SRK Consulting 

Business in Africa has to deal with greater compliance demands

African governments are demanding greater levels of compliance from businesses, which has resulted in a noticeable increase in red tape and bureaucracy owing to poor execution by officials, says... 

Sustainable rare earths separation facility on horizon

UK-based exploration and development company Pensana, formerly Pensana Rare Earths, is aiming to establish, subject to funding, a world-class, independent and sustainable supply chain of rare-earth... 

Dugbe gold project, Liberia – update

Pasofino Gold has released drilling results, which continue to highlight the significant gold endowment of the project.