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C&I Solar + Storage Post Event Report
19th December 2024

The C&I Solar + Storage Summit, co-hosted with the EIUG Convention, was a groundbreaking gathering of industry experts, policymakers and investors, all united to shape the future of energy in South... 


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Afreximbank signs private sector DRC hydropower project agreement
19th December 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Trade and development finance institution the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a project preparation facility financing agreement for an up to 200 MW private-sector,... 


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Dundee pleased with 'excellent' economics at Serbian gold project
19th December 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-listed Dundee Precious Metals will immediately proceed with a feasibility study at its Čoka Rakita gold project, in Serbia, after a prefeasibility study (PFS) demonstrated the project's... 


Gold jewellery
Indians opt for lighter, lower carat jewellery as gold prices soar
18th December 2024 By: Reuters

Soaring gold prices have led many Indian families to opt for lightweight and lower-carat jewellery to stay within their budgets, industry officials said. "I wanted to gift my daughter 80 g of gold,... 


Gold Mountain reports revenue drop, third-quarter losses
18th December 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Canadian exploration and development company Gold Mountain Mining experienced a sharp revenue decline in the third quarter of the 2025 financial year, with earnings falling to $594 404, compared... 


Prieska Copper Zinc Mine in South Africa’s prospective Northern Cape.
More indications of quality copper in South Africa’s well-endowed Northern Cape
17th December 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The final assay results from diamond drill holes completed to test strike and down-dip extensions of the high-grade copper mineralisation at the Flat Mine South deposit, part of the Okiep Copper... 


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Vanguard Logistics signs ten-year Clairwood lease with Fortress
13th December 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Logistics and supply chain solutions provider Vanguard Logistics South Africa has signed a a ten-year lease for a new 13 000 m² warehouse at Clairwood Logistics Park, in KwaZulu-Natal, with real... 


VIABLE ALTERNATIVE
The bolted tank design is now recognised as a viable alternative to traditional welded tanks
New tank design prevalence gaining momentum
13th December 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

A new bolted-tank design is gaining momentum in tailings retreatment operations, offering significant improvements in cost savings, construction time and operational efficiency. This design,... 


EQUIPMENT PROVISION
Paragon provided the in-dam hydraulic tailings remining infrastructure
Modern remining equipment used at MTR
13th December 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Tailings solutions provider Paragon Tailings’ involvement in gold producer Pan African Resources’ (PAR’s) Mogale Tailings Retreatment (MTR) operation has reinforced the growing importance of... 


POSITIVE OPERATIONS
The MTR operation is noteworthy for its environmental remediation, efficient project delivery and positive impact on the local community
Company’s EPCM role pivotal in project
13th December 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Integrated service provider SGS Bateman played a “pivotal role” as the engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) contractor for midtier gold producer Pan African Resources’... 


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Jansen potash project, Canada – update
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

BHP has selected ABB to deliver, install and commission three friction hoists and a further electrical system for a Blair service hoist. 


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Kathleen Valley lithium/tantalum project, Australia – update
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Liontown Resources has dispatched its first cargo of spodumene concentrate from the Port of Geraldton. 


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Koeberg nuclear power plant steam-generator replacement project, South Africa – update
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The National Nuclear Regulator has invited public comment on environmental, health and safety issues regarding the request by Eskom to alter its licence for the transient interim storage facility... 


Image of hammered gold
15-Mile and Beaver Dam projects, Canada
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

St Barbara Limited's has updated the prefeasibility study on the project and has proposed average production of 74 000 oz/y of gold over the 11.1-year mine life. 


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South West Arkansas project, US
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The South West Arkansas project’s design is being updated from its original preliminary feasibility study. 


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Sunfish Solar 2, US
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Hecate Energy's Sunfish Solar 2 project will be one of the largest solar facilities in Michigan. 


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Speewah vanadium/titanium/iron project, Australia – update
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Speewah has been granted 'major project status' by the Australian government. 


Location map of the Madaouela project
Madaouela uranium project, Niger – update
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

GoviEx Uranium and its subsidiary GoviEx Niger have started arbitration proceedings against the Niger government under the Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes Between States and... 


Image of river gold nuggets
Nyanzaga gold project, Tanzania – update
13th December 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Perseus Mining has reported that it is well advanced in its review of existing geology, mining engineering and mineral processing studies. 


Huawei showcases all-optical smart home
13th December 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Information and communication technology group Huawei has launched an intelligent home in the Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, in the Western Cape. The All-Optical Intelligent home, powered by Huawei’s... 


SA’S Plastics industry reports on progress and ongoing commitments following failed INC-5 negotiations
SA’S Plastics industry reports on progress and ongoing commitments following failed INC-5 negotiations
12th December 2024

Plastics SA, in collaboration with the Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association (CAIA), has reaffirmed its commitment to the global fight against plastic pollution following the Fifth Session of... 


Risks to data and IT infrastructure: it isn’t all cyber
Risks to data and IT infrastructure: it isn’t all cyber
12th December 2024

Cyber risk is a top concern for CIOs and CISOs around the world, but the risks to data and IT infrastructure are not all in cyberspace. Physical security also plays a crucial role in protecting... 


RFI under Independent Transmission Projects programme
RFI under Independent Transmission Projects programme
12th December 2024

The Government of South Africa is pleased to announce the launch of the Independent Transmission Projects (ITP) market sounding exercise or request for information (RFI), a key initiative to... 


Huawei Smart String Grid-Forming ESS safety - from cell to grid
Huawei Smart String Grid-Forming ESS safety - from cell to grid
12th December 2024

Author: Lian Kun -BESS Solution Manager of Huawei Southern Africa Digital Power With the rising integration of renewable energy sources, power grids are increasingly influenced by high proportions... 


Lotus reshapes board as Kayelekera restart approaches
12th December 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Lotus Resources is refining its leadership structure as it advances toward the planned restart of its Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi by the third quarter of 2025. Greg Bittar, who... 


The Lamaque Complex in Canada
Eldorado Gold hikes mineral reserves
12th December 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canadian company Eldorado Gold has announced a 2% increase in its proven and probable gold mineral reserves, solidifying its production outlook for the next decade and beyond. As of September 30,... 


OceanaGold advances Waihi district expansion with positive PFS results
OceanaGold advances Waihi district expansion with positive PFS results
12th December 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Gold producer OceanaGold has unveiled the results of its Waihi District prefeasibility study (PFS), highlighting the economic and operational prospects for its existing operations and the proposed... 


People working on powerlines
South Africa tests market appetite for Independent Transmission Projects ahead of pilot
11th December 2024 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa has issued a request for information (RFI) to gauge the level of interest and readiness of industry to participate in Independent Transmission Projects (ITP) as it prepares to launch... 


Gem Resources completes processing plant upgrades, begins Phase 2 operations
11th December 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Gem Resources has successfully completed the refurbishment and upgrades to the processing plant at its Gravelotte emerald mine, in South Africa. The improvements included the... 


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On-demand colour label printer unveiled
11th December 2024

A new inkjet printer designed for high-quality, on-demand colour label printing is aimed at meeting the needs of a range of industries, including food and beverage, chemicals, healthcare,... 


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Industrial on-site gas generation
11th December 2024

A comprehensive solution to help industries manage on-site gas requirements undertakes to help simplify operations, lower costs and enhance sustainability. Atlas Copco Compressor Technique says... 


ZIOC signs MoU with Arise for mineral export facility development
11th December 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed Zanaga Iron Ore Company (ZIOC) has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms to advance the development of the Zanaga iron-ore project’s... 


Image of Johannesburg Water MD Ntshavheni Mukwevho
Joburg Water optimistic regarding turnaround plan amid challenges, R27bn backlog
11th December 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Against a challenging backdrop of high – and rising – water demand, illegal connections, nonpayment for water, servitude encroachments and aging infrastructure, Johannesburg Water is happy with the... 


West Africa –SF6-free switchgear offers airtight benefits
West Africa –SF6-free switchgear offers airtight benefits
11th December 2024

By: Obinna Uche - Sales Director, Power Systems Division at Schneider Electric Anglophone West Africa The African switchgear market presents numerous opportunities for development.  According to... 


A file photo of the Mount Polley disaster
Imperial Metals faces federal charges over Mount Polley disaster
11th December 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Vancouver-based Imperial Metals and its subsidiary, Mount Polley Mining, along with engineering firm Wood Canada, have been charged with alleged violations of Canada’s federal Fisheries Act. The... 


NNR calls for public comment on Koeberg nuclear storage facility licence application
10th December 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

The National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) on Tuesday invited the public to comment on environmental, health and safety issues regarding the request by South African State-owned national electricity... 


Vista Gold begins feasibility study to redesign Mt Todd gold project
10th December 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

NYSE American- and TSX-listed Vista Gold has launched a feasibility study for its Mt Todd gold project in Australia, aiming to increase reserve grades, lower initial capital costs, and optimise... 


An image of the Gautrain
BCC-led consortium bids for Gautrain Concession project
10th December 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Jubane Consortium, led by the Bombela Concession Company (BCC), operator of the Gautrain since its inception, is bidding to “revolutionise” Gauteng’s transport system. Drawing on global... 


An image showing the Madaouéla mine
GoviEx, subsidiary starts arbitration process with Niger over uranium project
10th December 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Mineral resources company GoviEx Uranium and its subsidiary GoviEx Niger have started arbitration proceedings against Niger under the Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes Between... 


A road in Eswatini
AfDB approves $140m loan for Eswatini regional road infrastructure projects
10th December 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Development finance institution (DFI) the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a loan of $140.6-million to Eswatini for the first stage of a programme to improve road links and... 


One of the daggerboard casing bearings that Vesconite Bearings has produced
Over 80 daggerboard bearings produced by Vesconite Bearings
9th December 2024

Vesconite Bearings has produced more than 80 daggerboard casing bearings for yachts and performance boats worldwide. This is according to marine sales representative Leanre Coetzee, who has... 


A 58 mm-high cup liner for the rail industry that was moulded using solar power
Vesconite Bearings powers new machine with solar energy
9th December 2024

Vesconite Bearings is excited to announce that most parts produced on its new 450-ton injection-moulding machine have been proudly labelled "Manufactured with Solar Power” following the machine’s... 


Arrow confirms substantial bauxite discovery in Guinea
9th December 2024 By: Darren Parker

ASX-listed Arrow Minerals has confirmed a substantial bauxite discovery with high-grade mineralisation already outlined over 5 km2 at its Niagara bauxite project, in Guinea. This discovery is... 


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