South Africa’s coal mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation. The traditional model of large, centralised mines with massive 2 000 t/h coal handling plants is giving way to smaller,... 

Unit 6 has officially entered into commercial operation. 

Perseus Mining continues to make good progress. 

MC Mining has reported that all development activities are progressing well. 

A coal mine in Mpumalanga, South Africa. 

Africa cannot rely solely on knowledge transfer from Europe, Asia or the US and must develop its own research and innovation ecosystem to drive the growth of electric micro-mobility across the... 

The argument that South Africa’s coal-heavy electricity grid makes the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) premature has been dismissed by C40 Cities (South Africa) senior programme manager for... 

Hydro Power Equipment (HPE) has been at the forefront of designing innovative high-pressure water-powered equipment for the mining industry since 1985. HPE is now under the leadership of new CEO... 

Airline Airlink has accepted the first three of ten new Embraer E195-E2 jetliners under its lease agreement with aircraft leasing company Azorra. The newly built aircraft will bolster Airlink's... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events Business Sweden senior consultant Karin Ericsson says the first-ever Swedish Pavilion at IMARC 2025 will be Team Sweden’s largest export... 

IPR (Integrated Pump Rental), a leading specialist in dewatering and dredging solutions, has reported seeing strong demand growth for its ranges of submersible pumps across Southern Africa. This... 

Miner Freeport Indonesia said on Thursday that the search for five missing workers at the Grasberg copper and gold mine was still ongoing, more than three weeks after a deadly mud flow disaster at... 

Cut costs. Cut downtime. Cut dependence. If your business relies on regular deliveries of oxygen or nitrogen whether in cylinders or liquid tanks, you are not in control of your process, your... 

Canada-listed NextSource Materials has unveiled plans to build a $291-million battery anode facility (BAF) in Abu Dhabi, positioning itself as the largest anode producer outside Asia and a key... 

The Konecranes S-series hoist features a redesigned hoist structure aimed at providing smooth and stable lifting, while minimising wear and tear on receiving parts. The unit integrates an... 

Diversified mining major BHP is pumping more than A$840-million into a suite of new projects at Olympic Dam in line with a vision to turn South Australia into a copper superpower. The investment,... 

Air Products is known for maintaining high safety and quality standards, and the latest ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation obtained from the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), is... 

Artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword in mining. It is the industry’s next strategic battleground. At Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026, the conversation will move beyond hype to... 

ASX-listed Bannerman Energy has reported that early works construction activities at its Etango uranium project, in Namibia, are tracking in line with budget and on schedule. The company reports... 

South Africa and Switzerland have formed the Swiss–South Africa Innovation Partnership Programme – a multiyear initiative designed to accelerate research-based innovation, inbound technology... 

In Africa, 600-million people lack access to electricity, despite global energy poverty having decreased by about 80% since 2010. By providing electricity access to 300-million of those Africans... 

NAMPO Cape 2025 attracted nearly 50 000 visitors to Bredasdorp Park this September, making it the most successful show since Nampo Cape’s launch in 2018. BMG’s stand – with the theme ‘360 degree... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events When it comes to a consequential discussion about coal’s future challenges and opportunities, 2025 has thrown up all the talking points Coal... 

(Virtual Showroom) The Municipality of Walvis Bay in Namibia has strengthened its sewer and drainage maintenance capabilities with the addition of a South African manufactured Werner Pumps jetting... 

(Virtual Showroom) Immersive Technologies, the world’s most trusted and largest supplier of surface and underground mining equipment training solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its... 

By: Ajibola Akindele MFR - Country President, Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa’s urban economies are experiencing noteworthy growth. From new residential estates to modern hospitals and... 

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, launched the RM AirSeT and SM AirSeT medium-voltage (MV) gas-insulated (GIS) pure-air switchgear solutions to the West... 

With an extensive network of skilled service engineers, technicians, and artisans, FLS ensures that customers benefit from expert support to maintain optimal plant performance. According to Mikhail... 

Nigeria's civil aviation authority is looking into certifying China's C919 jet for the country's carriers, its director general told Reuters, as Nigerian airlines take on more aircraft and as... 

Iron-ore major Fortescue has placed China’s biggest-ever export order for green mining machinery, signing a supply agreement with XCMG Machinery for 150 to 200 battery-electric haul trucks. The... 

Key hydrogen systems laboratories will go live next month in China, where rapid growth is reported in the platinum-catalysed proton exchange membrane (PEM) green hydrogen technology that is poised... 

Sandvik Rock Processing is accelerating its growth across Africa by combining an expanded product portfolio with a sharper customer focus - delivering integrated solutions from a single point of... 

Australian miner Fortescue is experiencing strong interest in its decarbonisation-related offerings, executive chairman Andrew Forrest said in an interview, as he challenged US President Donald... 

This year’s Joburg Indaba will focus on creating an enabling environment that supports mining opportunities in South Africa, providing insights into the global outlook for platinum- group metals... 

This week we profile Alistair Bennett, MD of SkyJacks, a specialist in the hire, sales and service of a comprehensive range of access, lifting and handling equipment.  

At a gemstone mine in Zambia, dewatering is critical to keeping the openpit both safe and productive. Here, two Godwin Dri-Prime HL160 pumps from Integrated Pump Technology have enabled mining... 

With several promising discussions, ranging from equipment supply to turnkey plant solutions, with clients in Zambia, turnkey crushing and quarrying solutions company Gold Rock Projects anticipates... 

Since the opening of its branch in Kitwe, Zambia, in 2020, submersible pumps supplier Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has been better positioned to service the copper dominated local mining... 

A search and rescue team from Lubambe Copper Mine won the 2025 International Mines Rescue Competition (IMRC), which was hosted by local mines rescue service Zambia Mines Rescue (ZMR), in July, at... 

With wind energy becoming a key pillar in the transition to renewable energy, Midrand-based crane rental agency Concord Cranes regional director Richard Reid notes that, while wind turbines appear... 

Telecommunications group Vodacom plans to invest more than R435-million during the 2025/26 financial year to boost network capacity in its Northern Gauteng Area, which spans the North West province... 

Truck manufacturer Hino South Africa has launched a six-year drive-train warranty, applicable to all trucks sold since January 1, 2025. There is no cost to the consumer for this original equipment...