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Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Graphite, nickel and copper developer Blencowe Resources has completed an initial hydropower study for its graphite project. 


Public Works and Infrastructure deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala
Only through partnerships can built environment adapt to climate change - Zikalala
26th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As the local and international macroeconomic landscape becomes more volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous owing to climate change and increasing instances of extreme heat and flooding, it... 


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Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Graphite, nickel and copper developer Blencowe Resources has successfully completed all geotechnical holes at the Camp Lode graphite deposit at the project. 


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UPD, partners launch country’s pioneer solar-powered refrigerated EV fleet
14th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Retailer Clicks Group and its pharmaceutical wholesaler United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD) have partnered with electric vehicles (EVs) lessor Everlectric and sustainable finance solutions... 


Canadian investors add gold, uranium stocks as trade war risk grows
Canadian investors add gold, uranium stocks as trade war risk grows
14th February 2025 By: Reuters

As the threat of a trade war grows, Canadian investors are seeking protection in gold and in shares of companies producing goods with few substitutes, such as uranium, while looking to take... 


DeepSeek reveals how badly energy industry needs AI for growth
28th January 2025 By: Bloomberg

Pipeline networks and nuclear startups. Texas landowners and fuel-cell makers. In one brutal blow, DeepSeek has revealed just how many energy-related businesses in the US have been banking on an... 


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Signs of recovery in truck market after a ‘really tough year’ – Serco CEO
28th January 2025 By: Irma Venter

The uptick in orders and inquiries at truck and trailer builder Serco in the final quarter of last year is being boosted this year by stability in electricity supply, as well as the relatively... 


Airbus leaves troubled Boeing far behind in terms of airliner deliveries last year
15th January 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The depth of the issues facing US aerospace giant Boeing’s Commercial Airplanes business, and the scale of the lead taken by its arch-rival, Europe-based Airbus, came sharply into focus with the... 


The Kendal Ash Disposal Facility project stands out for its vast scale, covering an area of about 2.5 km by 3 km.
Concor’s landmark Kendal ADF project wins Best Projects Awards
9th January 2025

Construction and mining services company Concor won two prestigious Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for its impressive work, undertaken in joint venture with Lubocon Civils, on the Ash... 


Professor Andrey B Yaroslavtsev
Palladium: A vital key to BRICS' future energy security
6th December 2024

By Ayanda Holo Amidst the dynamic discourse of the recent BRICS Summit, held against the backdrop of heightened resource competitiveness and energy security concerns, palladium emerged as a topic... 


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Wheeler River uranium project, Canada – update
6th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Denison Mines Corp has filed its final environmental-impact statement with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. 


Afrimat Construction Index continues upward trend in third quarter
Afrimat Construction Index continues upward trend in third quarter
5th December 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) continued its upward trend in third quarter of the year. The ACI is a composite index of the level of activity within the building and construction sectors, and... 


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Delivery of steel bridge sections completed successfully
22nd November 2024

Heavy lifting transportation service provider Mammoet has succeeded in performing the heavy lift and heavy transport of all four New Wear Footbridge steel sections for the project being spearheaded... 


Graphite from the Orom-Cross project
Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
22nd November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Blencowe Resources aims to complete the definitive feasibility study next year. 


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Wheeler River uranium project, Canada – update
15th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Denison Mines is advancing engineering and regulatory efforts for its planned Phoenix project. 


The Kendal Ash Disposal Facility project stands out for its vast scale, covering an area of approximately 2.5km by 3km
Concor's landmark Kendal ADF project wins Best Projects Awards
7th November 2024

Concor won two prestigious Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for its impressive work, undertaken in joint venture with Lubocon Construction, on the Ash Disposal Facility (ADF) expansion... 


Rumdel, with supplier AfriSam, executed continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) for the upgrade to the N3 at Ashburton
AfriSam and Rumdel Construction recognised for pioneering N3 highway upgrade
7th November 2024

AfriSam and Rumdel Construction were honoured at the Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for their collaborative work on a landmark upgrade to the N3 highway in KwaZulu-Natal. Announced as... 


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New trends in transfer point design
1st November 2024

In bulk materials handling applications transfer points are critical locations where materials are moved between different conveyor belts or from conveyors to storage areas. Custom-engineered... 


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North Field South offshore pipelines and cables project, Qatar – update
11th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

McDermott has been awarded an engineering, procurement, construction and installation contract by QatarEnergy LNG for the project.  


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PVC packaging becoming preferred choice
4th October 2024

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is considered to be the most versatile thermoplastic, having established itself as an essential material in the packaging industry. Its unique properties offer a variety of... 


Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
4th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) has managed to bounce back in the second quarter of this year. The ACI is a composite index of the level of activity within the building and construction... 


MC Mining reports widened losses
30th September 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Coal miner MC Mining has reported loss after tax of $14.6-million for the financial year ended June 30, a 232% increase on the $4.4-million loss reported for the previous financial year. Non-cash... 


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Solutions boost verification efficiency, combat theft
27th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Declining coal prices globally have prompted coal producers to optimise costs and improve efficiencies across their value chain, with an increased focus on combating coal theft and quality... 


Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
12th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) has managed to bounce back in the second quarter of this year. The ACI is a composite index of the level of activity within the building and construction... 


DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
9th September 2024

Mining services company DGC Africa, a member of the Dickinson Group, is powering Africa’s future through innovative asset integrity and industrial solutions for the mining and metallurgy, glass,... 


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Long-lasting Cogged Raw Edge belts
23rd August 2024

Manufactured from ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) synthetic rubber, Cogged Raw Edge (CRE) belts offer users increased efficiency and improved longevity, helping to reduce input costs and... 


CSIR showcases locally developed compostable, bio-based plastic products
13th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

As part of Women's Month, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Centre for Nanostructures and Advanced Materials principal researcher Dr Maya John has showcased some of the... 


Centaurus ups Jaguar resource estimate
6th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Australia-listed Centaurus Metals has announced a significant increase in both the size and confidence levels of the mineral resource for its flagship 100%-owned Jaguar nickel sulphide project in... 


Toronto sees ‘win’ in first new foreign miner listing since 2022
Toronto sees ‘win’ in first new foreign miner listing since 2022
25th July 2024 By: Bloomberg

Paladin Energy’s arrival in Canada marks the first time since 2022 that a large foreign mining company will list its shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange, which has seen new corporate listings slow... 


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Coating tech protects critical equipment
19th July 2024

Laser-applied cladding technology provides robust and long-lasting coatings that enhance the performance and lifespan of critical components required for hydraulics, pneumatics and hydropower... 


Image of graphite from Orom-Cross
Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
12th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A 600 t bulk sample to concentrates has been completed.  


Graphite from the Orom-Cross project, in Uganda
Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
5th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Blencowe Resources, together with its Chinese partner, is nearly done with processing 600 t of raw material. 


Partner with Grinding Techniques and get the right tool for the job
Partner with Grinding Techniques and get the right tool for the job
4th July 2024

When it comes to stainless steel fabrication, using the best suitable abrasives is essential for achieving optimum results. Our locally manufactured Superflex range includes specifically... 


Heraeus acquires Canadian recycling firm McCol Metals
Heraeus acquires Canadian recycling firm McCol Metals
24th June 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Processing and recycling group Heraeus Precious Metals has announced the acquisition of McCol Metals, a specialised company based in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The acquisition... 


Image of graphite specimen
Orom-Cross graphite project, Uganda – update
14th June 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Blencowe Resources has signed its first nonbinding memorandum of understanding for natural large flake concentrate offtake from the project. 


The above image depicts a worker, making use of the Afrisam Roadstab Cement
New cement enhances road durability
7th June 2024

Construction materials supplier AfriSam’s new AfriSam Roadstab Cement is a specialised, high-quality composite cement engineered specifically for road stabilisation tasks. This cement is designed... 


The range of Red Powertwist V belts that are manufactured by Fenner and distributed by BMG in South Africa
V-belt range improves HVAC system uptime
31st May 2024

Industrial equipment supplier BMG reports that the reduced life of V-belts operating in the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) sector is a major concern to the industry, despite users... 


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Pensana lauds Angola’s performance in this year’s Fraser Institute rankings
27th May 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

London-listed Pensana commends the government of Angola for instilling attractive policies and growing interest in the country’s exploration potential. This comes as the country recorded an... 


Image of AfriSam Roadstab Cement used in a road construction project
Specialised cement enhances road durability
17th May 2024

A composite cement formulation, engineered specifically for road construction and stabilisation tasks, is said to enhance the stability and strength of road materials by improving the properties of... 


Share sales rebound 98% in Toronto as copper, gold prices surge
Share sales rebound 98% in Toronto as copper, gold prices surge
17th May 2024 By: Bloomberg

After a miserable year for share sales, Canada’s largest exchange is seeing a rebound thanks to mining firms raising capital as copper and gold prices have spiked. The volume of total financings... 


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Mining-focused manufacturers see innovation as key to survival and future growth
17th May 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid the challenges of loadshedding, logistical constraints and volatile commodity prices, South Africa’s mining-focused manufacturers and equipment suppliers view ongoing innovation, including... 


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Mining-focused manufacturers see innovation as key to survival and future growth
17th May 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid the challenges of loadshedding, logistical constraints and volatile commodity prices, South Africa’s mining-focused manufacturers and equipment suppliers view ongoing innovation, including... 


Machine Tools Africa highlights latest IT and Software for manufacturing market
Machine Tools Africa highlights latest IT and Software for manufacturing market
15th May 2024

New technological developments have thrust the local machine tools industry into a novel growth phase. The incorporation of automation and intelligent functions, as well as CNC machines for... 


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