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Patterson Lake South uranium project, Canada – update
7th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Paladin Energy has signed a mutual benefits agreement with Buffalo River Dene Nation. 


Webber Wentzel Announces Strategic Appointments to Strengthen Key Practice Areas
Webber Wentzel Announces Strategic Appointments to Strengthen Key Practice Areas
6th February 2025

Webber Wentzel, a leading African law firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of a group of accomplished professionals to its team. These strategic appointments underscore the firm’s... 


Awards will celebrate Africa's supply chain leaders
Awards will celebrate Africa's supply chain leaders
6th February 2025

Entries Open for 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards The achievements of businesses and individuals working in the supply chain management field will be recognised at this year’s fourth... 


Begin Your Welding Journey with Artisan Training Institute (ATI) Today!
Begin Your Welding Journey with Artisan Training Institute (ATI) Today!
6th February 2025

Are you seeking a hands-on career that offers both skill development and rewarding opportunities? Look no further than welding! At the Artisan Training Institute (ATI), we offer a comprehensive... 


Woodside CEO criticises lengthy project approvals in Australia
Woodside CEO criticises lengthy project approvals in Australia
6th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Oil and gas major Woodside Energy CEO Meg O’Neill has called for reforms to Australia’s project approval processes, arguing that lengthy delays are undermining investment and the country’s global... 


Employees equipped with knowledge and skill to understand hazards and mitigate risks are of vital importance
Major safety milestone for AfriSam
6th February 2025

Testimony to the high levels of health and safety standards maintained across its quarry operations, AfriSam’s Construction Materials division marked a four year Lost Time Injury (LTI) Free... 


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Durable solution for conveyor belts
6th February 2025

A  solution designed to protect conveyor belts in mining and heavy aggregate operations aims to address a range of challenges, especially those encountered in loading zones, where falling materials... 


2025 – Tailwinds and Headwinds
2025 – Tailwinds and Headwinds
5th February 2025

By: George Jennings When flying an airplane, the pilot has no control over the tailwinds and the headwinds. The pilot’s control is to steer the aircraft safely through the prevailing conditions.... 


South Africa must leverage its critical minerals resources to drive growth – Mintek CEO
5th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Mining research council Mintek CEO Dr Molefi Motuku has emphasised the need to leverage South Africa’s critical minerals resources, estimated to be worth more than $2.5-trillion, to drive economic... 


Redisa calls on Parliament to get DFFE to engage with it about Waste Tyre Plan
5th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Recycling and Economic Development Initiative of South Africa (Redisa) has called on the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment to get the Department of... 


Kiboko Group and XCMG Leadership
The World’s Third-Largest Mining Manufacturer Partners with South Africa’s Kiboko Group
5th February 2025

Against the dynamic backdrop of Mining Indaba 2025, the official launch of the XCMG and Kiboko Group partnership took centre stage today. This landmark collaboration represents a transformative... 


The Minerals Council's Hugo Pienaar, Mzila Mthenjane and Tebello Chabana
Developing a new mine in SA ‘simply not competitive or attractive’– Minerals Council CEO
5th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

When considering the development of new mines and the flurry of exploration in Africa and around the world, the South African mining sector is “simply not competitive or attractive”, says Minerals... 


Astron Energy strategy, sustainability and operational excellence GM Gosiame Khoele speaks to Mining Weekly at the Investing in African Mining Indaba about how Astron Energy is helping the mining industry secure its future.
Astron Energy helping the mining industry secure its future
5th February 2025

In complex sectors such as mining, flexibility and innovation are key to long-term sustainability. Petroleum products supplier Astron Energy prides itself on unlocking new ways to support mining... 


 The shape of water – automating hydropower operations
The shape of water – automating hydropower operations
5th February 2025

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Hydropower is undoubtedly one of the building blocks of today’s renewable energy industry, with the first bona... 


Sappi's Ngodwana Mill
Sappi delivers improved quarterly performance across all segments
5th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

Although global macroeconomic conditions were unfavourable during the first quarter of paper manufacturer Sappi’s 2025 financial year, the company reported improved year-on-year profitability... 


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HJS South Africa to Launch with Exclusive Golf Day Event
5th February 2025

Industry Leaders Gather to Champion Sustainability and Worker Safety HJS South Africa, the latest branch of the globally renowned HJS Emission Technology, is set to officially launch on 21 February... 


Sasol's head office in South Africa
Sasol seriously working on biofuel projects, especially for mining applications
5th February 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African petrochemicals giant Sasol is actively examining second-generation biofuel feedstocks – that is, energy crops – assured the group’s Sustainable Carbon Solutions Head, Ken Sarman, on... 


Committee urges urgent intervention on banning of hazardous pesticides
5th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Agriculture dismissed the argument by the Department of Agriculture that a ban on highly hazardous pesticides (HHPs) will affect the economy, stating that... 


Absa chief information and technology officer Johnson Idesoh
Opinion: When machines start thinking about money
5th February 2025

In this article, Absa chief information and technology officer Johnson Idesoh writes about future developments in AI and how this will impact on the financial services sector. 


US$1.5+Billion Investment pipeline at Africa’s Green Economy Summit
US$1.5+Billion Investment pipeline at Africa’s Green Economy Summit
5th February 2025

Sanlam Investments is proud to sponsor Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2025, scheduled to take place from 19-21 February 2025 at the Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. AGES is a... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
CDE calls on Ramaphosa to show how GNU is enacting much-needed reforms
4th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to use the upcoming State of the Nation Address (SoNA) on February 6 to show how the Government of National Unity... 


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Attacq, Nedbank CIB welcome Mall of Africa’s EDGE certification
4th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Attacq, the strategic development partner of Waterfall City, announces that its flagship retail asset, Mall of Africa, has achieved the Excellence in Design... 


Redefine claims ESG excellence ranking in top 50 companies surveyed by Sustainalytics
4th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Redefine Properties has achieved an environmental, social and governance (ESG) risk rating of 6.5 from ESG research and data company Sustainalytics,... 


IsoMetrix chief sales officer and business director Cecelia Jofre talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025.
Powerful solutions for EHS and ESG management
4th February 2025

Risk management solutions provider IsoMetrix creates innovative and modern software solutions in environment, health and safety (EHS) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) management and... 


Bernard Swanepoel
Govt should not bully miners into beneficiation; IDC must step up – Swanepoel
4th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

Beneficiation is not the responsibility of mining companies, says Manganese Metal Company (MMC) executive chairperson Bernard Swanepoel. “Speaking as the last standing manganese beneficiation... 


solar and wind energy
World Bank lifts South Africa GDP forecast on energy, logistics
4th February 2025 By: Bloomberg

The World Bank raised its economic-growth forecast for South Africa because of a sustained recovery in its energy and logistics sectors, while warning that the nation will struggle to achieve a... 


Wood secures engineering contract at Cameroon mining project
4th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Consulting and engineering company Wood has been awarded an engineering scope for the Ngovayang iron-ore project, in southern Cameroon. The award by Cameroon Mining Action (Camina), a subsidiary of... 


From left De Beers sustainability head Tefo Molosiwa, Anglo Group projects director Alison Atkinson, Sasol executive VP Sarushen Pillay, and Sasol corporate affairs manager Christopher Kabosha.
Promising renewable diesel pilot production plan announced by powerful partnership
4th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The launch of a pilot initiative to produce feedstock for renewable diesel in South Africa was announced on day two of the Investing in African Mining Indaba taking place in Cape Town. The launch,... 


Dushen Naidoo, Japie Fullard and Thuthula Balfour
Formal mining industry fatalities at record low; TB, silicosis also declining
4th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

Mining fatalities in South Africa’s formal mining industry totalled 42 people last year, down from 55 people in 2023, 49 people in 2022, and 74 people in 2021. Speaking at a media briefing at the... 


Canyon Resources gets Cameroon govt’s approval for inland rail facility location
4th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

ASX-listed bauxite developer Canyon Resources has announced that the location of its inland rail facility (IRF) has been approved by the Cameroon government. In addition, Canyon Resources’... 


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RIB survey reveals optimism in construction sector, despite challenges
3rd February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Software company RIB Software’s ‘2025 Industry Outlook Survey’ reveals a wave of optimism in the construction sector, with 97.6% of respondents anticipating revenue growth and a robust project... 


Copper demand, prices likely to boom, despite uncertain macroeconomics
Copper demand, prices likely to boom, despite uncertain macroeconomics
3rd February 2025 By: Irma Venter

When looking ahead to 2050, the global economy is probably going to need about 80% to 90% more copper than what is being produced today – which adds up to between 50-million and 60-million tons a... 


SRK Consulting focuses on creating a sustainable future for mining in Africa
SRK Consulting focuses on creating a sustainable future for mining in Africa
3rd February 2025

SRK Consulting is an independent, global network of over 45 consulting practices on six continents. Its experienced engineers and scientists work with clients in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver... 


A feast of networking is on the menu at IMM Institute Gala Dinner
3rd February 2025

The Gala Dinner will also see the presentation of the sought-after awards for excellence in Marketing and Supply Chain The IMM Institute will host its annual Gala Dinner at which it will present... 


SoNA can reinforce cooperation and reforms to achieve 3% growth – BLSA
3rd February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

President Cyril Ramaphosa can use his State of the Nation Address (SoNA), set to be delivered on February 6, to reinforce the fundamental commitment by different parties to find workable solutions... 


ARME’s Zandheuvel to provide healthy phosphate resource alternative for the future
ARME’s Zandheuvel to provide healthy phosphate resource alternative for the future
3rd February 2025

Adelaide Ruiters Mining and Exploration (ARME) is currently developing its flagship Zandheuvel phosphate mine and beneficiation plant. The mine will produce 216 000 t/y of phosphate rock... 


Vodacom Group posts stronger third quarter
3rd February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications group Vodacom on Monday reported a stronger third quarter, with Group CEO Shameel Joosub saying that the results support the confidence of an overall stronger second half... 


Drone on farm
WesBank urges more mechanisation in agri for max yield, climate resilience
31st January 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Asset finance provider WesBank has called for greater adoption of mechanised farming as the sector grapples with multifaceted challenges including production costs, land and water scarcity,... 


ADQ, Orion Resource Partners establish metals, mining JV
31st January 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Abu Dhabi sovereign investment company ADQ and metals and materials investment firm Orion Resource Partners have entered into an agreement to establish a new Abu Dhabi-based joint venture (JV) that... 


Joburg secures award, $10 000 from C40 to implement landfills biogas project
31st January 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The City of Johannesburg Environment & Infrastructure Services Department (EISD), through its Waste Management & Regulation Unit, secured first prize for its biogas project, as well as $10 000 and... 


Indonesia says climate plan 'certain' to be scrapped by Trump
Indonesia says climate plan 'certain' to be scrapped by Trump
31st January 2025 By: Bloomberg

An international plan to wean Indonesia off coal is certain to be scrapped by US President Donald Trump, according to the country’s climate envoy. The US is certain to exit the nation’s Just... 


Trump tariff uncertainties push safe-haven gold to record high
Trump tariff uncertainties push safe-haven gold to record high
31st January 2025 By: Reuters

Safe-haven demand due to geopolitical uncertainties and concerns over global economic growth amid US President Donald Trump's tariff plans have hoisted gold prices to a record high, once again... 


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Water treatment prevents boiler damage
31st January 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Many companies often forgo water treatment as part of maintaining boilers to reduce operating costs and meet production demands, but failing to do so contributes to boiler failures, resulting in... 


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