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Compact excavators offer versatility in tough conditions
14th March 2025

Compact excavators are widely deployed as versatile multitool carriers in South and sub-Saharan Africa’s agriculture, forestry, construction, and mining sectors, and Wacker Neuson notes that its... 


St Barbara lowers full-year production guidance
St Barbara lowers full-year production guidance
10th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia-based St Barbara has updated its production and cost guidance for the second half of the 2025 financial year, citing adjustments to its Simberi operations in Papua New Guinea. The... 


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Assafou-Dibibango gold project, Côte d’Ivoire
7th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A prefeasibility study has confirmed Assafou’s potential to become a Tier 1 asset for Endeavour.   


"Can I use my machine without lubrication?" - igusGO® App now provides the answer
5th March 2025

New igus® app uses AI to show the optimisation potential of motion plastics for over 450 applications in just a few seconds What is an easy way for me to improve my machine? The answer is: try the... 


Two Babcock branches attain Volvo Certified Rebuild certification
Two Babcock branches attain Volvo Certified Rebuild certification
28th February 2025

Following a rigorous vetting process, Babcock’s Bartlett (Gauteng) and Middelburg (Mpumalanga) branches have been officially accredited as Volvo Certified Rebuild Centres. The latest service... 


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Rental market improving amid construction malaise – distributor
28th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The slowdown in the construction sector has reduced the demand for new equipment, adversely impacting on sales figures, says construction equipment distributor Develon SA. However, there is often... 


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Equipment selection key to project efficiency
28th February 2025

Selecting the correct excavator hammers can enhance operational efficiency within demolition, construction and mining projects, says construction equipment distributor Develon SA, adding that its... 


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Muntanga uranium project, Zambia – update
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Africa-focused uranium company GoviEx Uranium has taken the first step in securing project financing. 


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App simplifies equipment inspections in construction industry
24th February 2025

An app designed to streamline and enhance the equipment inspection process in the construction industry is said to be a flexible and efficient tool that is customisable to diverse asset classes,... 


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El Limón Complex, Nicaragua
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold mine about 100 km north-west of the Nicaraguan capital city of Managua. 


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Reko Diq copper/gold project, Pakistan – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The environmental- and social-impact assessment is expected to be approved in the first quarter of this year. 


Kiboko Group and XCMG Leadership
The World’s Third-Largest Mining Manufacturer Partners with South Africa’s Kiboko Group
5th February 2025

Against the dynamic backdrop of Mining Indaba 2025, the official launch of the XCMG and Kiboko Group partnership took centre stage today. This landmark collaboration represents a transformative... 


Sany Equipment South Africa marketing and branding generalist Hennie Louw speaks to Mining Weekly at the Investing in African Mining Indaba.
Sany ensures that customers experience minimal downtime and maximum productivity
5th February 2025

Heavy equipment manufacturer Sany Equipment’s regional headquarters was established in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2006, strategically positioned to serve South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique,... 


The Toyo Heavy Duty Slurry Pump, available from IPR (Integrated Pump Rental), is a benchmark in marine and mining dredging
Toyo Heavy Duty Slurry Pump: benchmark for marine and mining dredging applications
5th February 2025

Dredging operations, whether in marine or mining environments, demand robust and reliable equipment engineered to withstand tough and abrasive conditions. Among the most trusted solutions in this... 


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Haib copper project, Namibia – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Koryx Copper has confirmed that a large-scale technical programme is to be completed at its Haib copper project this year. 


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Simandou iron-ore project, Guinea – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Chinalco-led consortium Winning Consortium Simandou has awarded a contract for Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives and services. 


Optimised PFS for Sovereign’s Kasiya delivers positive results
22nd January 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

An optimised prefeasibility study (OPFS) for the Kasiya rutile/graphite project, in Malawi, completed with oversight from a technical committee appointed by Sovereign Metals and Rio Tinto, has... 


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Gravelotte emerald mine, South Africa – update
10th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Gem Resources has successfully completed the refurbishment and upgrades to the processing plant. 


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Mini excavators take hold in construction industry
9th January 2025

The smaller size and manageability of mini excavators allows for work in confined spaces and traversing paved areas without damaging infrastructure. The units are also easy to transport and are... 


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15-Mile and Beaver Dam projects, Canada
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

St Barbara Limited's has updated the prefeasibility study on the project and has proposed average production of 74 000 oz/y of gold over the 11.1-year mine life. 


Endeavour to undertake DFS at Assafou project following positive PFS results
11th December 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

London- and Toronto-listed Endeavour Mining Corporation has completed a positive prefeasibility study (PFS) for the Assafou-Dibibango project on the Tanda-Iguela property, in Côte d’Ivoire. The... 


Chrome captain of industry turns to Babcock for Volvo Construction Equipment
Chrome captain of industry turns to Babcock for Volvo Construction Equipment
6th December 2024

For Solly Madibela, owner of MYSOL, all that glitters is not gold, but it’s in the gleam of chrome that he’s found true value. A key component of stainless steel production due to its non-corrosive... 


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Muntanga uranium project, Zambia – update
6th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

GoviEx Uranium is taking a precautionary approach to environment and social risks, devising strategies that effectively mitigate or minimise risks pertaining to environmental, social and governance. 


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Mini machines still going strong
29th November 2024

Defined by their compact size, manoeuvrability and versatility, Wacker Neuson's range of mini and compact excavators are designed for the challenging environments of Africa’s construction and... 


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Kiaka gold project, Burkina Faso – update
29th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The project remains on time and on budget. 


BELL B30E
The balanced power distribution of Bell's B30E enhances tyre longevity, reducing or eliminating scuffing on the centre axle’s tyres
ADTs to play crucial role in construction of 900 ha tailings facility
22nd November 2024

South African manufacturer Bell Equipment’s fleet of articulated dump trucks (ADTs) will play a crucial role in the construction of a massive 900 ha tailings facility for a gold mining company near... 


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Gravelotte emerald mine, South Africa – update
8th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Gem Resources has reported that Phase 1 of the restart at the Gravelotte emerald mine has been under way for about six months. 


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Carina Module, Brazil
1st November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The updated preliminary economic assessment, released in September 2024, has proposed the production of 191 t/y of dysprosium and terbium over the 22-year life-of-mine. 


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Muntanga uranium project, Zambia – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

GoviEx Uranium has completed an extensive metallurgical testwork programme demonstrating the viability of the company’s heap-leach process for the project. 


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Crawford mine, Canada
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A nickel mine in Timmins, in Ontario, Canada. 


Develon-Fest on display
Develon-Fest on display
24th October 2024

Develon – formerly Doosan – hosted an open day event recently, at its premises in Isando, Johannesburg.  This was a traditional Oktober-Fest with a difference. Instead of an oompah brass band,... 


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Japanese excavators well suited to South African quarrying conditions
24th October 2024

Local distributor for Sumitomo excavators, ELB Equipment, asserts that the Japanese-designed machines meet the challenges of quarrying operations in South Africa where they are deployed in a... 


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Wilpinjong mine, Australia
18th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A coal mine about 40 km north-east of Mudgee, in New South Wales. 


OTTER PUMP
The modular design of the OTTer-pump supports interchangeable heads for tasks such as handling compacted or loose materials
Pump enhances efficiency in dredging, mining
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The OTTer-pump, developed by maritime technology supplier Royal IHC, which is present in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries, presents a versatile and efficient solution for... 


Andrew Forrest
Fortescue, Liebherr secure orders for 100 electric mining trucks, Forrest says
27th September 2024 By: Reuters

Australian miner Fortescue and German-Swiss equipment manufacturer Liebherr have secured orders for 100 autonomous battery-powered mining trucks for other mining and transport companies, Fortescue... 


Hitachi introduces new excavator, backhoe machines in Southern Africa
Hitachi introduces new excavator, backhoe machines in Southern Africa
25th September 2024

Hitachi Construction Machinery Africa has made available to the South African market its Zaxis 7G Series excavator and BX100 Shinrai-Power backhoe loader, which offer higher efficiencies and... 


Fortescue signs $2.8bn green equipment partnership with Liebherr
Fortescue signs $2.8bn green equipment partnership with Liebherr
25th September 2024 By: Reuters

Fortescue said on Wednesday it has signed a $2.8-billion partnership with German-Swiss equipment manufacturer Liebherr to create one of the world's largest zero-emission mining fleets. The two... 


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Gravelotte emerald mine, South Africa – update
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

URA Holdings has postponed the first trial-sale of emeralds in Thailand. 


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Lafigué gold project, Côte D'Ivoire – update
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Commercial production has started. 


Leading the way in safety and efficiency with advanced technology
30th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

In a technology-rich era of mining, companies are increasingly relying on advanced technologies to enhance various aspects of their operations, with productivity and safety being a primary focus.... 


Electra Mining Africa 2024: Where inspiration and innovation meet
Electra Mining Africa 2024: Where inspiration and innovation meet
29th August 2024

In the dynamic and ever-evolving mining industry, staying ahead of the latest innovations and trends is crucial. Oil and gas multinational Shell understands the importance of balancing operational... 


Hitachi's Zaxis 7G excavator
Hitachi introduces new-gen excavator, backhoe loader to Southern Africa
26th August 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Japanese multinational Hitachi’s African business, Hitachi Construction Machinery Africa (HCAF), is making available to the Southern African market the Zaxis 7G Series excavator and the BX100... 


Drill rig at the Kiaka gold project
Kiaka gold project, Burkina Faso
23rd August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A feasibility study update, published on July 2, 2024, has confirmed the strong cash flows expected from the project and incorporates improvements of the project’s initial feasibility study. 


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