Financial services provider Sanlam has unveiled a 3 MW solar PV plant at its Bellville head office, in Cape Town. The installation powers Sanlam’s Bellville campus, which significantly reduces its... 

Mining and metals advocacy group ICMM has advised that its member companies will publish their progress in conforming with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) by August 5.... 

US-based engineering group Fluor has received the final notice to proceed from Barrick Mining on the development of the multibillion-dollar Reko Diq copper project in Pakistan. Fluor was named... 

London-listed emerging rare earths miner Pensana has advised that construction of the Longonjo mine, in Angola, is progressing on schedule and within the overall capital cost envelope of... 

The story of South African agriculture in 2025 is increasingly becoming one of self-reliance, driven by a stark reality that national statistics fail to capture. While government reports trumpet a... 

Aim-listed Guardian Metal Resources has secured a total of $27.2-million in funding to accelerate development of its two flagship tungsten projects in Nevada, including a $6.2-million award from... 

South Africa’s National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) has granted the National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute (NRWDI) the nuclear licence to manage and operate the Vaalputs National Radioactive... 

Applied science and research and development agency, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), reports that a field trial of biobased and biodegradable agricultural mulch films is... 

As South Africa works toward a reliable and cleaner energy future, LNG Hub is proud to announce a bold step forward with the development of Import Regas Distribution Depots (IRDDs)—small- to... 

Unlocking value in East Africa’s mining industry – from related activity such as exploration, to operation and mine closure – remains central to the comprehensive testing, inspection, certification... 

Following the July 2021 closure of its Buzwagi gold mine in Tanzania, and in line with its mine closure objective of leaving a positive legacy, gold and copper major Barrick opened a training... 

Rolling-stock demand across South Africa and the African continent is surging, with freight locomotives, particularly diesel-electric models, in high demand. This is according to global rail... 

Representing one of its biggest orders in the past five years, US-based rail technology company Wabtec received a $248-million order for its Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives and services from... 

Consulting firm Zimile Consulting Engineers is further entrenching its position as a leading engineering and project management organisation, having deployed its expertise for the completion of the... 

Subject to the closing of a second tranche fundraise which was expected in March this year, Republic of Congo-based iron-ore developer Zanaga Iron Ore Company (ZIOC) is prioritising several... 

The US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has reaffirmed its $500-million commitment to fund the Lobito Corridor project, with the focus on upgrading a 1 300 km railway line from... 

The Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 (MI26) aims to bridge the gap between the mining and automotive industries, particularly as increasing development in electric vehicles (EVs) drives... 

Oils, additives and care products manufacturer Liqui Moly’s sealant remover ensures thorough cleaning of mechanical components along with reducing maintenance time, says industrial equipment... 

This week we profile David Stanton, CEO of Methano Group, an engineering, procurement and construction management entity offering diverse engineering services  

Despite rising  gold prices driven by increased central bank demand and ongoing global geopolitical tensions – which should benefit South African gold miners– local production continues to decline... 

Established in 2018, BFG Africa is a leading composite product designer, engineering and manufacturing company. Strategically located in Johannesburg, South Africa – the gateway to the continent –... 

Despite rising  gold prices driven by increased central bank demand and ongoing global geopolitical tensions – which should benefit South African gold miners– local production continues to decline... 

The Malawi Environment Protection Authority will issue the environmental- and social-impact assessment (ESIA) certificate for the Kayelekera uranium mine following approval of the ESIA report. 

Private investment company Menar has pledged R3.88-billion to develop the project. 

Copper and gold developer Northern Dynasty Minerals has asked a federal court in Alaska to move forward with a summary judgment schedule in its lawsuit over the veto of its project during the Biden... 

ASX-listed St Barbara said on Thursday it expected to receive third-party, non-binding indicative proposals for its Atlantic operations in Nova Scotia this month, as part of the planned separation... 

As South Africa’s renewable energy market grows, grid constraints pose an urgent challenge for businesses. But with decisive action and the right partnerships, it is not an insurmountable challenge. 

A range of innovative industrial solutions was on show at the recent KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) 2025. RS South Africa showcased new technologies that prioritise safety,... 

Canada's First Quantum Minerals has reported further progress at its halted Cobre Panama mine, while in Zambia the miner posted lower second-quarter copper and nickel production. In its June... 

ASX- and LSE-listed Resolute Mining has announced an initial mineral resource estimate (MRE) for the Bantaco South and West prospects at its Bantaco project, which is situated 20 km east of the... 

Platinum group metals (PGMs) miner Northam Platinum has reported a solid operational performance from its Zondereinde and Booysendal mines, in Limpopo and Mpumalanga respectively, for the financial... 

Canadian metals miner Teck Resources on Wednesday sanctioned the construction of a major life extension project at its Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine in British Columbia, securing the... 

Diversified miner Rio Tinto and Chile’s State-owned Empresa Nacional de Minería, or Enami, have signed a binding agreement to form a joint venture (JV) for the development of the Salares... 

Ghana plans to shorten mining licence durations and mandate direct revenue-sharing with local communities in its most sweeping mining law reforms in nearly two decades, details of which were... 

Today, as I speak to you, our fourth wind turbine is probably on its way up, Seriti Resources Group CEO Mike Teke, who has also just opened a new coal mine down the road from the turbine in South... 

Yancoal Australia’s Premier Coal operation has surpassed 100-million tonnes of coal production since mining began at its current site in 1996, a milestone that reinforces its role as Western... 

ASX-listed Meteoric Resources has secured firm commitments to raise A$42.5-million through an oversubscribed share placement, boosting the company’s balance sheet ahead of a final investment... 

By: Lindy Taylor - CEO & Founder at 5th Discipline South Africa’s net-zero employers face an inflection point. As the climate change, renewables and sustainability sectors surge forward - with... 

Australia- and Canada-listed Paladin Energy on Wednesday issued its 2026 financial year guidance for its Langer Heinrich uranium mine (LHM) in Namibia, projecting increased output as mining... 

Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that the major federal projects office will be operational by early September, as part of a strategy to accelerate project approvals and drive economic... 

Taseko Mines said on Tuesday that construction at its 100%-owned Florence Copper project in Arizona is more than 90% complete and remains on schedule for first copper cathode production before the... 

With unemployment rates soaring, particularly among the youth, South Africa and much of Africa are facing an economic and social crisis. According to Teboho Makhabane, head of environmental, social...