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Strong call for FCEVs to be advanced as an immediate-term necessity.
Platinum association highlights advantages of quicker fuel cell electric vehicle deployment
28th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

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... 


Gold Fields now sole owner of Windfall project
Gold Fields now sole owner of Windfall project
28th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

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... 


Hammanskraal water package plant construction nears completion
28th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

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... 


The Hazelmere dam
DWS commissions piano key weir dam at Hazelmere dam
28th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

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... 


Powerlines
Africa power transmission set for investment wave, says UK development bank BII
25th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

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... 


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SAWEA opens applications for 2025 Wind Industry Internship Programme
25th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

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... 


Powerlines
South Africa in talks with energy partners on loan guarantees
25th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

South Africa is in talks with its international climate-finance partners over the provision of guarantees for loans for the construction of energy-related infrastructure. “We are managing, in... 


Biden administration approves ioneer's Nevada lithium mine
Biden administration approves ioneer's Nevada lithium mine
25th October 2024 By: Reuters

The US Interior Department on Thursday gave final approval to ioneer's Rhyolite Ridge lithium mine in Nevada, the first domestic source of the battery metal to be permitted by President Joe Biden's... 


The above image depicts BBF Safety Group's Sisi brand manager Desiree Hlubi
Ill-fitted female PPE risks safety, confidence
25th October 2024

Despite the growing number of women in industries that are traditionally male-dominated, such as mining, construction and manufacturing, one critical challenge is apparent; the lack of inclusive... 


A photo of the new SPX328CL which was introduced to SkyJack's portfolio at the Electra Mining
Fruits of newly inked deal on show at exhibition
25th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

Boksburg-based industrial powered access equipment supplier SkyJacks showcased its range of new and existing powered access, materials handling and lifting equipment at this year’s Electra Mining... 


an NM8N-high-voltage series circuit breaker manufactured by Chint
Circuit breakers, switchgear launched at Electra Mining
25th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

Three new products were introduced to the South African market by global smart energy solutions provider Chint at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre... 


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Beneficiation should be company-driven – industry body
25th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

With South Africa lacking a clear cut comparative advantage in mineral beneficiation – such as specialised expertise, abundant and affordable electricity, or a competitive manufacturing base –... 


An image of the construction site at the Bekezela colliery
Flagship Springs colliery set to start construction
25th October 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Coal explorer and developer Canyon Coal is preparing to start construction on its greenfield Bekezela opencast mining project in the first quarter of 2025, subject to market conditions. The project... 


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Private renewable-energy projects accelerating energy sector growth
25th October 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The removal of the licensing threshold for embedded generation has boosted the renewable-energy market by allowing private-sector companies to procure energy directly from independent power... 


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Strategic collaborations key to industry prosperity
25th October 2024

Through collaboration between various mining sector stakeholders – including local governments, community stakeholders and strategic collaborators – mining companies are finding ways to keep their... 


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Greater coordination needed to realise green-hydrogen aspirations
25th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Despite enthusiasm for the development of a hydrogen economy from the public and private sectors, there remains a significant lack of coordination to effectively implement projects and bring the... 


Construction begins on Cape Town solar PV plant, battery storage tender released
25th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) has started construction on a R200-million, 7 MW solar PV plant, located in Atlantis, with the first electricity to be delivered by the end of next year. The tender for... 


Off-grid EV charger programme launched in the Eastern Cape
25th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

Zero Carbon Charge (Charge), in partnership with the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC), and together with the Eastern Cape provincial government, has broken ground on... 


Renewable-energy solution provider for Limpopo water infrastructure development programme named
25th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Lebalelo Water User Association (LWUA) has selected asset management company Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS) as the preferred bidder to deliver a renewable-energy solution for the first stage... 


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AP60 low-carbon aluminium smelter expansion, Canada – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Rio Tinto has reported that the project remains on schedule. 


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Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Procurement Programme – Bid Window 1, South Africa – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Two of the five preferred bidders for the project have advanced to financial close and will now enter construction. 


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Coastal Water desalination plant, Australia – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Early works have started. 


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Jadar lithium-borates project, Serbia – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Rio Tinto continues to believe that the Jadar project has the potential to be a world-class lithium-borates asset. 


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Jansen potash project, Canada – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Rio Tinto has reported progress at stages 1 and 2. 


Image of drill core from the K. Hill project.
K.Hill battery-grade manganese project, Botswana – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The demonstration plant is now in the commissioning phase. 


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Mogobe battery energy storage system project, South Africa – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The project has reached financial close. 


Image of Oyu Tolgoing copper project underground
Oyu Tolgoi underground mine project, Mongolia – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The ramp-up of copper production is continuing. 


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Resolution copper mining project, US – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Apache Stronghold filed a petition to the US Supreme Court in the quarter ended September 30, 2024, requesting it to hear its case to stop the land exchange between Resolution Copper and the... 


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Rincon lithium carbon plant, Argentina – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The development of the lithium carbonate starter plant continues to progress, with construction activities more than 70% complete.  


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Simandou iron-ore project, Guinea – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Simfer mine is on track to deliver first production in 2025. 


Image of haul truck loading at the Valentine gold mine
Valentine gold project, Canada – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Calibre Mining Corp has reported that construction of the mine is progressing well. 


Image of bucket wheel reclaimer
Western Range iron-ore project, Australia – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction of the mine is 80% complete. 


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Lilian Ngoyi street rehabilitation, South Africa
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Johannesburg Roads Agency is appointing a new contractor to undertake the remaining work on the project’s first phase. 


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Thaba Joint Venture project, South Africa
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Thaba Joint Venture aims to process chrome tailings from historical dumps and run-of-mine chrome ore from the Limberg chrome mine. 


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PAK lithium mine project and lithium chemicals conversion facility, Canada
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Frontier Lithium and Mitsubishi Corporation are developing North America's highest-grade lithium resource. 


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Greater coordination needed to realise green-hydrogen aspirations
25th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Despite enthusiasm for the development of a hydrogen economy from the public and private sectors, there remains a significant lack of coordination to effectively implement projects and bring the... 


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Mine Waste Solutions extension project, South Africa – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Phase 1 of the Kareerand tailings storage facility expansion project has been commissioned. 


Afrimat group CEO Andries van Heerden
Afrimat posts 45.4% drop in operating profit after ‘extremely stressful’ first half
24th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Although mid-tier mining and materials company Afrimat recorded a year-on-year revenue increase of 44.3%, from R2.8-billion to R4.1-billion for the six months ended August 31, its operating profit... 


WearCheck team celebrates diagnostic milestone
WearCheck team celebrates diagnostic milestone
24th October 2024

(Virtual Showroom) Condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, celebrated a noteworthy milestone recently when diagnostic manager, John Evans, diagnosed his 3 millionth used oil sample at... 


Image of TwisterTrac VS350E crusher from Pilot Crushtec
Diesel-powered local crusher ready for US and Europe markets
24th October 2024

A new model crusher has been equipped with a Stage V diesel engine which complies with European Stage V norms, allowing the track mounted mobile vertical shaft impact (VSI) crusher to be deployed... 


Argentina's lithium hunters scale back as EV shift slows
Argentina's lithium hunters scale back as EV shift slows
24th October 2024 By: Reuters

The Argentine salt flats in South America's "lithium triangle" have been one of the busiest sites for ventures racing to extract the battery metal needed to power the global shift to electric... 


Montage secures $825m for new West Africa gold mine
Montage secures $825m for new West Africa gold mine
24th October 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Vancouver-based Montage Gold has announced a financing package totalling $825-million to fund the construction of its flagship Koné project in Côte d'Ivoire.  The financing involves Wheaton... 


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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