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With funding now in place through the finalisation of its recently announced $14-million placement, ASX-listed West Wits Mining is moving quickly to execute the development of the Qala Shallows...
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The Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards – to be hosted by industry body Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) – takes place on August 14, 2025, at the...
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In an effort to accommodate the demands of population growth, climate change and urbanisation, industry body for civil engineering professionals the South African Institution of Civil Engineering...
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Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Ford SA) has launched the Ford Pro Convertor (FPC) programme for commercial market customers seeking specialised vehicle conversions. The programme allows...
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Gas exporter and supplier Santos announced the arrival of the BW Opal FPSO vessel at the Barossa gasfield on June 15.
Battery metal development company Giyani Metals Corporation has received a nonbinding letter of interest from the US government's export credit agency for up to $225-million in financing to support...
Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines has revised down its 2025 copper production guidance, following a temporary suspension of underground mining in May.
Advanced uranium developer Lotus Resources has advanced with cold commissioning of the uranium plant.
Rare earths developer Pensana has signed a memorandum of understanding with Japanese multinational Toyota subsidiary Toyota Tsusho for the proposed offtake of up to 20 000 t/y of mixed rare-earth...
The International Finance Corporation has reported that it will provide a subordinated loan for the project.
Emerging miner ioneer has secured commitments to raise about A$25-million ($16-million) through a share placement to fund work at the project.
Mining exploration and development company Perpetua Resources has secured $400-million in equity commitments through a bought deal financing and private placement, advancing a funding plan for the...
West Wits Mining has received firm commitments to raise A$14.36-million through a share placement to existing and new sophisticated and professional investors.
A definitive feasibility study published in March 2025 has confirmed the potential to develop a long-life, financially robust mining operation through a two-phase development strategy.
The Phase 2 project will be integrated with the existing 24 MW Magat battery energy storage system.
Integrated mining company Fenix Resources is developing its third operating mine in the Mid-West region.
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The latest ‘World Investment Report’ from UN Trade and Development (Unctad) highlights a significant rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Africa. In 2024, foreign investment in the...
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The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), acting on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Transport Department, has begun preparatory work for Phase 2 of the Rosebank Public Transport Facility...
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