Mega mining projects face several risks; however, these risks can be mitigated with a competent and effective project management approach that addresses all project knowledge areas in a... 

Amid increased demand for, and investment in, energy transition minerals, project complexities are increasing, says management consulting company McKinsey & Company partner and Africa capital... 

Potash development company Kore Potash, with 97% ownership of the Kola potash project and the Dougou Extension (DX) potash project in the Sintoukola basin in Congo-Brazzaville, has provided its... 

Development finance institution the International Finance Corporation's (IFC's) investments in Africa totalled $14.2-billion in the past fiscal year, or 23% higher than the prior year, which is its... 

The problem posed by the construction mafia on the ground remains a major stumbling block in the recovery of the construction industry, and especially its ability to create more jobs, says Master... 

“Any construction company can provide a product or a service, but consistently providing an excellent product on time without harm is something for which LTA Autecon is known. This is part of our... 

The Council for the Built Environment (CBE) is well on track to convene its second Built Environment Climate Change Indaba (BECCI) in Mandeni Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal on 07-08 November... 

Australian lithium company IGO on Thursday announced a revised budget and timeline for the Chemical Grade Plant 3 (CGP3) project under construction at the Greenbushes lithium mine. The total cost... 

South Africa will need to create an estimated 40 000 to 60 000 jobs related to the just energy transition (JET) over the next 25 years and it has to start preparing citizens to benefit from the... 

UBS said on Thursday that increasingly tighter supplies of copper in the coming six to 12 months could lead to a deficit of more than 200 000 t in 2025, as demand grows for the metal key to energy... 

Concor once again showcased its remarkable ability to execute complex, fast track projects with exceptional efficiency and safety during the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility,... 

Canada-headquartered miner Ivanhoe Mines achieved a profit of $108-million for the third quarter ended September 30, an increase on the $67-million reported for the previous quarter. Adjusted... 

By: John Ratcliffe  (Virtual Showroom)In today’s fast-paced and often congested work environments—whether it’s a construction site, a warehouse, or a mining operation—reversing vehicles pose a... 

The initial findings of the study to ascertain the feasibility of the development of a green hydrogen valley in Chile’s central zone are “very promising”, Anglo American Chile CEO Patricio Hidalgo... 

Provincial agency the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) is rolling out a R546-million refurbishment programme at its R1.37-billion rental investment property portfolio, which includes... 

The National Transmission Company of South Africa (NTCSA) has hosted its inaugural Transmission Development Plan (TDP) briefing since starting commercial operation in July this year, with the 2024... 

Johannesburg Water’s work to upgrade its water pipeline network in Carlswald, in Midrand, a prerequisite to a bigger plan to build the new Carlswald reservoir, is progressing well. The Carlswald... 

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is set to play a transformative role in the development of Africa’s energy sector, providing the framework needed to enhance intra-African trade,... 

Toronto-listed New Gold has announced the completion of a significant production milestone at the New Afton copper and gold mine, in British Columbia, and the Rainy River gold mine, in Ontario.... 

The challenge of ethical project delivery within the civil engineering community is significantly complicated in the wake of rising issues of intimidation and the potential for violence, including... 

Babcock recognises the vital role that SMEs play in building a sustainable and resilient supply chain in South Africa, and supports emerging companies that are determined to succeed. Entrepreneur... 

China's biggest listed steelmaker, Baoshan Iron & Steel, expects the Simandou iron ore project in Guinea to complete infrastructure construction and mine its first cargo by the end of 2025, the... 

Australian lithium company Pilbara Minerals on Wednesday announced it would pause construction of the Mid-Stream demonstration plant project at the Pilgangoora operation, citing current market... 

Aim-listed Sylvania Platinum’s Sylvania Dump Operations (SDO), in South Africa, has produced 19 160 oz of platinum, palladium, rhodium and gold (4E) platinum group metal (PGM) in the quarter ended... 

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved four new electricity trading licences, the issuance of which had been opposed by Eskom, along with the country’s first-ever... 

Gold miner Capricorn Metals has secured board approval for a A$120-million expansion of its Karlawinda gold project (KGP) in the Pilbara region, targeting production of 150 000 oz/y. Coupled with... 

Two treatment plants for Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) near Johannesburg have received a boost to their efficiency, thanks to IPR’s innovative SlurrySucker dredging unit. The problem of AMD has beset... 

 Incumbent Premier David Eby's New Democratic Party (NDP) is set to form the next government of British Columbia after edging ahead in a final tally of ballots on Monday, more than a week after the... 

London-listed Caracal Gold has been granted a mining licence for the Kanegele project, in Tanzania. Following the formal application of two mining licences submitted in December 2023, Caracal... 

Trade & Industry Policy Strategies (TIPS) finds in its latest Real Economy Bulletin for the second quarter of the year that GDP increased by 0.4% year-on-year, against population growth of 1.3%... 

JSE-listed residential property developer Balwin recorded a 28% year-on-year decline in revenue to R852.7-million and a 57% year-on-year decrease in profit to R76.9-million for the six months ended... 

The new South African coalition government’s resolve to control debt and expedite reforms to fire up the lackluster economy will be put to the test when it unveils its first budget on Wednesday.... 

The US Department of Energy finalised a $2.26-billion loan for Lithium Americas on Monday to build Nevada's Thacker Pass lithium mine, one of Washington's largest mining industry investments and... 

Although DRDGOLD’s volume throughput target was missed by 17% owing to a delay in the commissioning of new reclamation sites at Ergo, a steady performance from Far West Gold Recoveries (FWGR)... 

Explorer and developer Lincoln Minerals is moving closer to establishing a new graphite mine in Australia, following the closure of the Uley mine in South Australia in 2017. The company has... 

The International Platinum Group Metals Association (IPA) is calling on policymakers to urgently drive forward the deployment of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), alongside battery electric... 

Kenya's economy experienced a robust recovery in 2023, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching $107.44 billion, reflecting a 14% growth compared to 2022 (Source: World Bank). The... 

JSE- an NYSE-listed Gold Fields has completed the acquisition of Osisko Mining and is now the sole owner of the Windfall gold project, in Quebec. The project was previously jointly and equally... 

The first phase of a new package plant, which is being constructed by Magalies Water to bring clean water to residents of Hammanskraal, is nearing completion. From November 15, it is expected that... 

A new piano key weir (PKW) dam has been commissioned by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) at the Hazelmere dam, in the Mdloti river in KwaZulu-Natal. The commissioning of the dam... 

Power grids vital to expanding access to energy in Africa and transitioning to cleaner sources are poised for a growing wave of funding that governments should prepare for, according to the UK... 

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Wind Industry Internship Programme (WIIP). The initiative supports South Africa’s goal of...