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Zanaga reports improved targeted economics for Congo-Brazzaville project
11th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed Zanaga Iron Ore Company has reported a material improvement in the targeted economics at its flagship Zanaga project, in Congo-Brazzaville, driven by the ability to produce a high-grade... 


Sovereign Metals confirms mining method, fleet design for Malawi
11th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim- and ASX-listed Sovereign Metals has confirmed the mining method and completed the mining fleet design for the Kasiya rutile/graphite project, in Malawi, representing another significant... 


Kumba Iron Ore in action.
South Africa’s Kumba Iron Ore helping to lessen carbon emission in global steelmaking
11th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The high ferrous content of Kumba Iron Ore, which is produced in South Africa’s Northern Cape, is helping to lessen carbon dioxide (CO2) emission at a time when this is the global pursuit of... 


Werner Pumps vacuum trucks helping to improve power plant maintenance
Werner Pumps vacuum trucks helping to improve power plant maintenance
11th August 2025

As South Africa works to improve its power supply and stability, maintenance of power plants is receiving fresh attention. South African manufacturer of high-pressure jetting and vacuum equipment... 


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Redefine commemorates three new net-zero carbon certifications from the GBCSA
8th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Redefine Properties has been awarded three new Net Zero Carbon Level 2: Building and Occupant Emissions (Measured) certifications by nonprofit the... 


Ferrochrome production.
We’re working with government, looking at possible solutions, says Glencore Alloys CEO
8th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

“We’re working with government, looking at possible solutions,” Glencore Alloys CEO Japie Fullard tells Mining Weekly amid Glencore reporting this week that not one of its ferrochrome smelters is... 


Schneider Electric supports WWW with crucial metering and telemetry solutions built for rugged, remote areas
Schneider Electric supports WWW with crucial metering and telemetry solutions built for rugged, remote areas
8th August 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, has announced the availability of its 6500W + IMT65W battery-powered electromagnetic water meter, the Trio J-Series... 


Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
8th August 2025

By; Lebo Ntsane - MMM Segment Service Sales Lead – Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa Industries are facing a critical shortage of skilled technicians, especially for maintaining ageing... 


Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
8th August 2025

As the construction industry pivots towards sustainability, Alternative Building Technologies (ABT) are emerging as a transformative force. These innovative methods and materials are reshaping how... 


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Lifecycle management cuts screen costs
8th August 2025

Ensuring that vibrating screens meet production targets at the lowest cost per tonne requires close monitoring, careful maintenance and timeous optimisation throughout their lifecycle, says Sandvik... 


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Use of reliable instruments for the chemicals industry a must
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

VEGA, a global leader in sensor manufacturing, is dedicated to delivering reliable and precise measurement solutions for demanding chemical environments. By focusing on safety, efficiency, and... 


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Company outlines strategies for safe, efficient transport
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Ensuring that a chemical fleet is tailored for compliance by maintaining stringent International Organisation for Standardisation- (ISO-) and Chemical Allied Industries Association- (CAIA-)... 


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Digital solution boosts optimisation
8th August 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The SmartAsset Intelligence platform, which incorporates AI, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and smart sensors for operational optimisation, offers a modern solution to customers, says... 


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New technology enhances operationality
8th August 2025

Metals and technologies supplier SMS group in June announced a partnership with US-based metal innovation and technologies company The Systems Group, to deliver safer, more sustainable and... 


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Automation key to unlocking precision irrigation
8th August 2025

Precision irrigation delivers the correct amount of water and nutrients, uniformly and at the right time and place. However, this level of precision can only be achieved by applying and managing... 


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Sensors help cultivate efficient resource management
8th August 2025

In sub-Saharan Africa, where climate change has exacerbated erratic rainfall, efficient resource management is vital for sustainable farming, says sensor and measuring instrument manufacturer VEGA,... 


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Manufacturer stresses importance of industrial efficiency for cleaning chemicals
8th August 2025

Providing effective, ecofriendly solutions and contributing to lowering maintenance costs and improving overall productivity across various industries remain key in the strategic outlook of... 


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Scientists analyse feasibility of lightning-produced ammonia
8th August 2025

Scientists have developed lightning-produced ammonia in gas form – a new, more efficient method that is a step closer to the sustainable production of ammonia and, therefore, a transition to a... 


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Company highlights extraction technology for lignin applications
8th August 2025

In the drive to decarbonise chemical production, some of the most promising solutions come from unexpected places, says independent emerging technologies research company IDTechEx, adding that... 


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AI, automation optimise high-temperature work environment
8th August 2025

Metal production technologies company Primetals Technologies has been awarded a contract by steel producer JSW Steel Salem Works to implement advanced process optimisation solutions at the Salem... 


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Orica - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Manare Mokoatlo Position: Territory Manager, Orica South Africa   Main activity of company: Explosives supply and blasting services Date and place of birth: 5 November 1987, in Ga Mashashane... 


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Seriti Green - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Our people and cutting-edge technology set us apart.  The cornerstone of Seriti Green’s success lies in our combination of expert personnel and advanced technology. Our unique wind mapping... 


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Transnet, Hotazel Manganese Mines sign 10-year export agreement
7th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

State-owned Transnet and Hotazel Manganese Mines (HMM), a joint venture operated by a wholly-owned subsidiary of South32, have signed a ten-year contract under the third phase of the Manganese... 


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Airline Airlink and lessor Azorra finalise agreement for ten new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft
7th August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African regional and domestic airline Airlink and US-based aircraft leasing, management and finance group Azorra have finalised their agreement, under which Airlink will lease ten new Embraer... 


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Sappi’s third-quarter performance hampered by challenging conditions
7th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Paper and pulp manufacturer Sappi reported a loss of $33-million for the third financial quarter of the year, compared with the profit of $51-million reported for the third quarter of its 2024... 


DFA nears first-phase completion of national network upgrade
7th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Fibre infrastructure company DFA is nearing the completion of the first phase of its national network upgrade and future-proofing project, which started in 2023 and has cost more than R800-million... 


Elevate your engine performance ith Astron Energy
Elevate your engine performance ith Astron Energy
7th August 2025

Leading supplier of petroleum production in Southern Africa, Astron Energy, is proud to present its new Quartech Fuel, a revolutionary petrol and diesel formulation enhanced with premium additives,... 


Sentech announces new executive structure
6th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As part of an ongoing organisational transformation, State-owned Sentech has appointed several new leaders to drive a shift in its operating model towards a business and customer-focused model that... 


Cloete’s Sand and Stone takes delivery of first New-Generation Volvo EC300 Excavator in Southern Africa
Cloete’s Sand and Stone takes delivery of first New-Generation Volvo EC300 Excavator in Southern Africa
5th August 2025

By: Babcock - boosts performance and fuel efficiency for trusted aggregates supplier Babcock is proud to announce the delivery of the first new-generation Volvo EC300 excavator in Southern Africa... 


AI-powered Radiation Planning Assistant system being used at Universitas Academic Hospital
5th August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Radiation Planning Assistant (RPA) – a Web-based AI-powered platform developed at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre (MDACC), in the US, has seen clinical integration at the... 


The future of material handling is smart, safe, and tailored
The future of material handling is smart, safe, and tailored
5th August 2025

As operations evolve and business demands intensify, the role of material handling equipment is undergoing a critical transformation. At the forefront of this shift is Toyota Material Handling,... 


Schneider Electric donates much-needed solar streetlights to Emthonjeni Community Centre
Schneider Electric donates much-needed solar streetlights to Emthonjeni Community Centre
5th August 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader has donated nine solar-powered streetlights to the Emthonjeni Community Centre,... 


Filling Without the Fails: How VEGA Streamlines Bulk Packaging in Pharma & Cosmetics
Filling Without the Fails: How VEGA Streamlines Bulk Packaging in Pharma & Cosmetics
5th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Authorities like the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), the FDA (in the USA), and the EMA (in Europe) impose strict requirements on pharmaceutical and... 


Lynas Rare Earths general manager of development Alex Logan speaking at the Diggers and Dealers conference on Tuesday.
‘Rest of world’ rare earths market finally taking shape, says Lynas
5th August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australian rare earths producer Lynas Rare Earths is well-positioned to meet the growing demand from a maturing “rest of world” market, with projects advancing in key regions outside China and new... 


BMS – the heartbeat of West Africa’s rapid and intelligent buildings growth
BMS – the heartbeat of West Africa’s rapid and intelligent buildings growth
4th August 2025

By: Ajibola Akindele - Country President, Nigeria, Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa continues to experience phenomenal growth; in fact, in according to research and visualisation mapping... 


Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau speaks while International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola listens during a joint briefing in Germiston
Cabinet to meet on support package for firms and workers exposed to 30% US tariffs
4th August 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau will present Cabinet with a proposed support package for South African companies and workers that will be negatively affected by the 30%... 


Weir uses different AI tools to predict the useful lifetime of equipment and the probability of mechanical failure
Weir’s next paves intelligent path to optimised mining
4th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Delivering highly engineered solutions for over 150 years, Weir is unlocking even more potential with three focused value packages in its NEXT Intelligent Solutions. “We maintain... 


Arizona Lithium inks rail deal to boost Prairie project’s global reach
Arizona Lithium inks rail deal to boost Prairie project’s global reach
4th August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

ASX-listed Arizona Lithium has announced a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop a dedicated transload facility for its Prairie lithium project in Saskatchewan, Canada. The... 


Progress on the wharf.
Pacific Lime and Cement greenlights PNG lime project
4th August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Pacific Lime and Cement has approved the final investment decision (FID) to move ahead with its flagship Central Lime Project (CLP) in Papua New Guinea, charting a debt-free development... 


Women in Mining: Sibongile Thobakgale, Key Account Manager, Strategic Mining, Minerals and Metals (MMM), Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
Women in Mining: Sibongile Thobakgale, Key Account Manager, Strategic Mining, Minerals and Metals (MMM), Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
1st August 2025

Mining has long been regarded a male-dominated industry. For example, in South Africa and like many other countries, women were legally prohibited from working underground until the 1990s.... 


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AI-driven research tool speeds up product development in SA companies
1st August 2025

A new product designed to enable companies to fast-track research and development (R&D) is set to change the pace and costs of product development across sectors. Software development and... 


Playing Autoclave Roulette: Accurate Measurements Guaranteed with VEGA
Playing Autoclave Roulette: Accurate Measurements Guaranteed with VEGA
1st August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Autoclaves ensure the sterility of medical and pharmaceutical products before they reach healthcare providers and their patients. Using high-pressure and saturated steam to... 


Trump administration to expand price support for US rare earths projects, sources say
Trump administration to expand price support for US rare earths projects, sources say
1st August 2025 By: Reuters

Top White House officials told a group of rare earths firms last week that they are pursuing a pandemic-era approach to boost US critical minerals production and curb China's market dominance by... 


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