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Lesotho highlands water project
A $3bn plan to bring water to Johannesburg hits opposition
15th September 2025 By: Bloomberg

A long-delayed R53-billion project that South Africa’s commercial hub is banking on to end a growing water crisis has hit fresh opposition. Communities comprising 1 600 people have filed a formal... 


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McDermitt lithium project, US – update
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Jindalee Resources has signed a nonbinding letter of intent with a US-based special purpose acquisition company, sponsored by Antarctica Capital, to list its McDermitt project on a US national... 


Early project works undertaken by Concor include establishing access roads, site offices and an on-site batching plant, in preparation for the large volumes of concrete needed for the turbine foundations
Concor progresses on Karreebosch Wind Farm
9th September 2025

Concor has become an important construction partner in South Africa’s wind energy landscape, and recently started work on the Cennergi Holdings and G7 Renewable Energies 140 MW Karreebosch Wind... 


Mathe Group's Minenhle Mkhize and Dr Mehran Zarrebini inspect de-beaded steel wire taken from the side wall of a truck tyre
Mathe Group to export steel recovered from waste tyres to India, South Korea
8th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Radial truck tyre recycling company Mathe Group has commissioned new equipment, including a new clean steel mill with an automated packaging line and several de-beading machines, to extract... 


As more companies pivot to contract work in opencast mining, the BCCEI reminds all load-and-haul contractors that registration is a legal requirement under civil engineering regulations
Civil Work on Mines requires BCCEI registration – here’s why
5th September 2025

As South Africa’s mining and civil engineering sectors continue to navigate economic uncertainty, many companies with loading and hauling capabilities are pivoting to offer their services as... 


Selecting high performance cement and aggregates is vital to delivering durable, safe and cost effective road upgrades that meet long-term service demands
Why cutting quality is cutting corners on South Africa’s future
3rd September 2025

In a construction landscape where cost pressures are rising, AfriSam’s Amit Dawneerangen is raising a red flag cautioning contractors that cutting corners on material quality may appear cost... 


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On-The-Air (29/08/2025)
29th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks a logistics deal, continuous excavation tech and Harmony's results in focus  


Experts agree new mining technology must be impactful, measurable for wider adoption
Experts agree new mining technology must be impactful, measurable for wider adoption
29th August 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Understanding the drivers of the adoption of new technology in the mining industry has never been more pertinent, as the world adapts to climate change and manages an uncertain economic outlook and... 


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Rain measurement units offer precision data
29th August 2025

Data collected from the measurement of water, rainfall, snow and ice is used to identify potential heavy rainfall, flash floods, potential cloudburst threats and drought conditions and is essential... 


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Nyanzaga gold project, Tanzania – update
29th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Perseus Mining concluded a formal signing ceremony on August 21, following extensive negotiations between the two parties to govern the operation of the mine that is under development. 


Continuous reef extraction.
New mining technology is pointing to continuous round-the-clock operation on many fronts
27th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The new mining technology being advanced by Master Drilling promises “continuous”, round-the-clock mining uplift – even when it comes to narrow reef extraction. On the new technology being... 


Master Drilling CEO Danie Pretorius.
Master Drilling’s novel developments are set to move needle for South African mining
26th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Three major developments, which are poised to move the needle for South African mining, were outlined to Mining Weekly by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed drilling and mechanised rock... 


Pieter Uys, Business Development Manager, Multotec
AfriSam Umlaas Road Quarry adopts Multotec’s rubber panels for its tertiary screening media to improve product sizing accuracy
25th August 2025

The AfriSam Umlaas Road Quarry has taken proactive measures to enhance the accuracy of its final product sizing by adopting Multotec’s rubber screen panels in its tertiary screening application.... 


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Matawinie mine and Bécancour battery material plant – Phase 2, Canada
22nd August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

An updated feasibility study has indicated that Phase 2 is technically feasible and economically viable.  


AXXIST Initiation System
Technology optimises mines’ rock fragmentation and operational efficiency
21st August 2025

Advanced blasting technologies, combined with specialised expertise and meticulous planning, are helping mines achieve new levels of productivity and efficiency. Quality blasts that deliver optimal... 


Excavation at Sovereign Metals' Kasiya rutile/graphite project
Kasiya rutile/graphite project, Malawi – update
15th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Sovereign Metals has confirmed the mining method and finalised the fleet design for the project. 


Location map of the Nyanzaga project
Nyanzaga gold project, Tanzania – update
15th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Bulk earthworks continue to lay the foundation for future infrastructure. 


Location map of the Nyanzaga project
Nyanzaga gold project, Tanzania
15th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Africa-focused gold miner Perseus Mining is proceeding with the project. 


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Explosives supplier embeds presence on continent
15th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

With technology and innovation being at the “heart” of mining processes, bulk mining explosives and blasting technology supplier BME Australia GM Michael Wiseman says it is an imperative in... 


Sovereign Metals confirms mining method, fleet design for Malawi
11th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim- and ASX-listed Sovereign Metals has confirmed the mining method and completed the mining fleet design for the Kasiya rutile/graphite project, in Malawi, representing another significant... 


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Komatsu - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Xolile Dikobe Position: Komatsu Mining Technologies senior procurement officer Main activity of company: Original-equipment manufacturer of underground mining equipment Date and place of birth:... 


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Mandela Mining Precinct - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Empowering women researchers through immersion, inspiration, and appreciation Michelle Pienaar  Advanced orebody knowledge programme manager 


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Orica - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Manare Mokoatlo Position: Territory Manager, Orica South Africa   Main activity of company: Explosives supply and blasting services Date and place of birth: 5 November 1987, in Ga Mashashane... 


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Nyanzaga gold project, Tanzania – update
8th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Africa-focused gold miner Perseus Mining has awarded a A$48-million engineering, procurement and construction management contract for the development of the project. 


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Tucumã Operation, Brazil
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A copper mine in Pará state, Brazil. 


Location map of the Minim Martap project
Minim Martap bauxite project, Cameroon – update
25th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Exploration and development company Canyon Resources has started construction of an inland rail facility at Makor, in Cameroon. 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
11th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is undergoing a rescoping process to optimise capital deployment and production schedules. 


Vik Bansal
Orica appoints Vik Bansal chairperson elect
9th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed mining and infrastructure solutions provider Orica has appointed Vik Bansal nonexecutive director, with effect from August 15, and chairperson elect. He will succeed outgoing chairperson... 


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SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa expands technical capability to strengthen African growth
4th July 2025

SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa is making strong progress in its strategy to become a key player in industrial gearboxes, drives and automation across the continent. Years of proactive planning and... 


Location map of the Bengwenyama project
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
4th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

No objections have been raised with regard to the recently granted environmental authorisation for a mining right and related infrastructural development activities at the project. 


Japie du Plessis, Managing Director of Cementation Africa
Cementation Africa: A new name for a new era in underground mining
30th June 2025

In a defining moment for one of Africa’s most respected underground mining contractors, Murray & Roberts Cementation has officially rebranded as Cementation Africa. This new name signals the start... 


Cementation Africa MD Japie du Plessis interviewed by Mining Weekly's Martin Creamer.
Newly named Cementation Africa excited about setting business on new growth path
30th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The newly named Cementation Africa is excited about setting the rebranded business on a new growth path. As part of preparations to operate outside of the Murray & Roberts Group, the new “own... 


The Edikan gold mine
Perseus announces leadership changes at Ghana operations
25th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Perseus Mining has appointed Daniel Egya-Mensah as CEO of its Perseus Mining Ghana subsidiary, effective July 1. In this newly created role, he is tasked with providing strategic... 


An image of Vale's Nacala Port Dormitory
Modular solutions able to meet mine development needs
20th June 2025

As mining operations across the African continent expand, the industry requires accommodation solutions that offer speed and comfort, which can be achieved through portable building manufacturer... 


Drill rig at the Bengwenyama deposit
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum group metals miner Southern Palladium has secured commitments to raise equity capital of A$8-million to advance the staged mine development. 


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Digital blasting solutions a focus for manufacturer
13th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Drone technology, AI and machine learning are setting the development path for blasting in the South African quarrying sector, as they provide futureproof solutions to the traditionally manual... 


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Ironveld achieves first blast at Lapon
6th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

Mining development company Ironveld’s South African subsidiary Lapon Mining has successfully completed its first blast at the planned opencast pit located on the Altona farm, in Limpopo. The blast... 


Sereme Malatji is founder and former CEO of Methano Group.
Methano Lab: Driving technological innovation in Africa's mining and manufacturing sectors
6th June 2025

Seasoned engineer, entrepreneur and business leader award winner Sereme Malatji has been at the forefront of technological innovation since 2006. With hands-on experience across multiple industries... 


Rio Tinto, PKKP sign agreement to protect sacred sites and rebuild trust
Rio Tinto, PKKP sign agreement to protect sacred sites and rebuild trust
3rd June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining giant Rio Tinto has signed a formal co-management agreement with the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura (PKKP) Aboriginal Corporation, as it seeks to repair relations after the destruction of... 


Image of drill rig at the Bengwenyama project
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Environmental authorisation has been issued by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources. 


Location map of the Minim Martap project
Minim Martap bauxite project, Cameroon – update
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canyon Resources has announced a $140-million credit facility to advance the project. 


Exploration, ethics key to mining’s sustainability in South Africa, Indaba hears
28th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's mining industry will not be sustainable without exploration and the country must effectively incentivise exploration and remove barriers that hinder greater exploration. South Africa... 


bissie tin project
Alphamin reports production decline owing to DRC security concerns
14th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed Alphamin has reported an 18% quarter-on-quarter decline in high-grade tin concentrate production from the Bisie tin mine, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), for the first... 


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