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More conducive policy environment required for raw mineral exports
20th September 2024

Despite the Minerals Council South Africa supporting the beneficiation of minerals where relevant, the professional body calls for a more conducive policy environment and a more informed export tax... 


Coalition formed to address gender-based violence in the workplace
20th September 2024

Professional advocacy group Gender-based Violence and Femicide Response Fund (GBVF Fund), together with the Presidency, the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the UN Population Fund (UNFPA),... 


Why Companies Should Participate in the Manufacturing Indaba 2024
Why Companies Should Participate in the Manufacturing Indaba 2024
19th September 2024

The Manufacturing Indaba 2024 stands as the premier platform for Africa’s manufacturing sector, designed to bring together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the... 


6 Weeks to Go: Manufacturing Indaba 2024 – Invitation to Join, Exhibit, and Register
16th September 2024

With just six weeks remaining until the Manufacturing Indaba 2024, excitement is building for what promises to be a transformative event for Africa’s manufacturing sector. The event will take place... 


DEVAC Hydrogen-H Indaba 2024
16th September 2024

Through their commitment to shaping a sustainable energy landscape and promoting inclusive economic growth in South Africa, we are pleased to introduce Energy Council of South Africa as Association... 


Unlocking Africa’s Green Hydrogen potential
12th September 2024

We are thrilled to announce Mr. Antony Phillipson, British High Commissioner to South Africa, as a keynote speaker at the DEVAC HYDROGEN-H INDABA taking place on 18 - 19 September 2024 at the NH... 


Manufacturing Indaba Supports Manufacturers with Innovative Energy Solutions
9th September 2024

The Manufacturing Indaba is proud to announce a dedicated focus on supporting manufacturers with innovative energy solutions at this year’s event, taking place on 22 – 23 October 2024 at the... 


Driving the future of natural gas in Southern Africa: SLG’s strategic vision
Driving the future of natural gas in Southern Africa: SLG’s strategic vision
30th August 2024

As South Africa’s energy landscape evolves, the natural gas market is facing significant supply challenges. The decline in availability from existing gas fields in Mozambique, projected to... 


Absa to boost SMME with empowering Conference and Expo
Absa to boost SMME with empowering Conference and Expo
27th August 2024

The development of small businesses can help to fight unemployment in South Africa, which has soared to a record 33.5%, according to data recently released by Statistics South Africa. Recognising... 


Public Procurement Act, sustainable practices, tenders in the spotlight at Indaba
Public Procurement Act, sustainable practices, tenders in the spotlight at Indaba
20th August 2024

This year’s 18th annual Smart Procurement World Indaba, which takes place in Gauteng from 9 to 12 September 2024, is one of the most important ever, according to the organisers. It comes hot on the... 


Africa Emerges as the Next Global Manufacturing Powerhouse
12th August 2024

Africa is rapidly positioning itself as a key player in the global manufacturing landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth and investment. With manufacturing contributing over... 


Manufacturing Indaba Announces Strategic Partnership with TWIMS
Manufacturing Indaba Announces Strategic Partnership with TWIMS
6th August 2024

The Manufacturing Indaba is proud to announce a collaborative partnership with The Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS). This strategic alliance aims to drive innovation,... 


SBI CEO John Dludlu
GNU could provide new opportunities for SMME growth
25th July 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

South Africa’s recently formed Government of National Unity (GNU) is expected to introduce new ideas into government, which could, subsequently, benefit small-, medium-sized and microenterprises... 


Cross-border spending surging - more payment flexibility and transparency expected in 2024
19th July 2024

Cross-border payment volume continues to increase year upon year. Meanwhile, the digital payments space continues to transform while customer demands raise new issues. Previously unbanked... 


JASON BREWER
It is a good time to be producing and selling manganese into the market
Strategic African expansion continues
12th July 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Battery metals miner Marula Mining, under the leadership of CEO Jason Brewer, is rapidly expanding its operations across Africa, which he highlighted – during a presentation at Resources for... 


GEOLOGICAL HOTSPOT
Andrada Mining’s focus on Namibia is the result of the region's strategic importance in the global shift towards energy transition technology-related minerals
Set to transform Namibian lithium production
12th July 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

African technology metals mining company Andrada Mining, which has its roots in exploring the rich geologies of Southern Africa, is poised to become a pivotal player in the global lithium supply... 


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Miner prioritises value of Zim mine
12th July 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

In focusing on its Zimbabwean assets, gold miner Caledonia Mining has strongly affirmed its focus on gold in optimising the net present value of its Blanket mine in Gwanda, in south-west Zimbabwe.... 


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Tanzania leads ASM legislation, support
12th July 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Tanzania has emerged as a leader in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region for its progressive and supportive policies toward artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), demonstrating... 


Orion Minerals
Orion Minerals accelerating towards production
12th July 2024

Through the development of its extensive, high-quality mineral resources base located in South Africa’s Northern Cape, junior miner Orion Minerals aims to be a next-generation Australian-South... 


Responsible investment and leadership emphasised at indaba
4th July 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid growing global demand for various minerals, such as nickel and copper, and Africa’s endowment thereof, Vale Base Metals non-executive chairperson Mark Cutifani recently discussed the... 


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Pace of platinum-enabled green hydrogen adoption building up steadily worldwide
4th July 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The pace of platinum group metals- (PGM-) enabled green hydrogen generation and clean PGM-catalysed fuel cell electricity adoption is building up steadily worldwide. In a global online... 


Universities adapt to develop mining skills
3rd July 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid various conversations on the importance of technology in African mining, a panel discussion at this year’s London Indaba titled ‘Is asset management the key to unlocking growth for mining in... 


Technology leads to ‘exciting times’ for geoscientists
1st July 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With the introduction of various technologies becoming more prevalent in mining, Council for Geoscience (CGS) CEO Mosa Mabuza has said the Fourth Industrial Revolution and disruptive technologies... 


Minerals Council CEO Mzila Mthenjane (left) and VP Paul Dunne.
South Africa will be well represented at Shanghai Platinum Week, Minerals Council assures
28th June 2024 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa will be well represented at the upcoming Shanghai Platinum Week 2024, which takes place from July 8 to 11, Minerals Council South Africa VP Paul Dunne has highlighted. This major event... 


African Rainbow Minerals CEO Phillip Tobias
ARM CEO discusses elements for successful JV partnerships
27th June 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Considering its long and successful history with joint ventures (JVs), diversified miner African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) CEO Phillip Tobias has noted the importance of mutual respect and... 


Panel explores relevance of listed market for mining capital   
26th June 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The world is infinitely more complex now, with the energy transition, longer lead times and geopolitical fracturing, than in previous years and this presents challenges and questions around mining... 


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Copper market facing renewed caution from investors
26th June 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With the demand for copper having increased amid the global energy transition, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence project manager: energy transition commodities Piotr Ortonowski described this year as... 


London Indaba speakers highlight opportunities to bolster Africa’s critical minerals involvement
25th June 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

During the first day of the London Indaba, on June 25, held under the theme “Investing in Resources and Mining in Africa”, panel discussions unpacked what the continent’s mining jurisdictions could... 


Copper cathode produced in Zambia
Zijin sets its sights on Africa as energy transition drives growth in metals, minerals demand
25th June 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With the global energy transition driving increased demand for key metals such as copper and cobalt, Zijin Mining Group expects copper demand to grow to 7.2-million tonnes a year in 2030. During a... 


Barrick Gold chairperson John Thornton
Business model of Western mining industry needs new power, London Indaba highlights
25th June 2024 By: Martin Creamer

New power is needed by the Western mining industry, which is still functioning on a trailing old power business model. This was highlighted at Tuesday’s London Indaba, where a spotlight was shone... 


Men and women sitting on a stage in a panel discussion at the 2023 London indaba
Bigger attendance expected
7th June 2024 By: Halima Frost

Following the inaugural London Indaba in 2023, event organiser Resources4Africa (R4A) says this year’s conference aims to garner more attention from investors and the global mining sector. Set to... 


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Spotlight on women in mining
7th June 2024 By: Halima Frost

Embracing the contributions of women in mining, and especially those in the mining of platinum-group metals (PGMs), can offer many benefits, reports women-centric network Women in PGMs (WiPGMs)... 


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Gold’s continual rally
7th June 2024

International gold industry trade association the World Gold Council’s (WGC’s) ‘Gold Demand Trends’ report for the first quarter of this year reveals that total global gold demand, inclusive of... 


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Three new members join global mining organisation
7th June 2024

Global CEO-led mining and metals industry body the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) reported in March that it had welcomed three new association members, which “share ICMM’s vision... 


CGS provides expert insights on junior mining exploration
CGS provides expert insights on junior mining exploration
7th June 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid a mining industry plagued by challenges such as mining license application backlogs and host community unrest, the need for more action and collaboration in driving exploration in South Africa... 


Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Director: Corporate & Commercial Practice and Head of Mining & Minerals Sector Vivien Chaplin
Reflecting on South Africa's mining future
7th June 2024

The 2024 London Indaba promises an important platform for advancing the global discourse on mining in Africa. The theme of London Indaba is "Why Africa is important for the future of mining and... 


Rise of procurement demands a new breed of multi-skilled, strategic thinking, Tech-savvy procurement professionals
Rise of procurement demands a new breed of multi-skilled, strategic thinking, Tech-savvy procurement professionals
27th May 2024

Procurement is on the rise and there is growing demand for a new breed of procurement professionals, according to Debbie Tagg, chief operating officer of Smart Procurement. “Gone are the... 


Panellists discuss graphite demand and rare earth supply chains at Junior Indaba
27th May 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

With growing demand for electric vehicles, yearly graphite supply needs to be about four times higher in 2030, and about nine times higher in 2040, than at present, owing to its use in energy... 


Lack of funding remains a big concern for coal juniors
24th May 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid challenging market conditions, junior coal miners in Africa face challenges in securing funding, with about 70% experiencing constraints in exploration and production owing to insufficient... 


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On-The-Air (24/05/2024)
24th May 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about exploration and green hydrogen. 


Hugo Pienaar.
Green hydrogen must be allowed to decarbonise optimally, Junior Indaba hears
23rd May 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Green hydrogen must be made cheap enough to decarbonise optimally at a time when the delay in emission reduction needs to be reversed if the world is to hit net zero by 2050. A range of factors... 


Coal being transported to port by rail
Junior coal miners bemoan logistics as single-biggest challenge to their survival
22nd May 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Logistics inefficiencies in South Africa are the single-biggest reason why junior mining companies are likely to fail, said midtier coal producer Ndalamo Resources. Ndalamo CEO Shammy Luvhengo... 


From left, Kudakwashe Maramba, George Roach, Ntsiki Adonisi, Louis Nel, Jaco Prinsloo, Bernard Swanepoel.
Huge manganese value-add opportunity reiterated at Junior Indaba
22nd May 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The huge opportunity that South Africa has to add value to its rich endowment of manganese through local processing was reiterated during the second day of Wednesday’s Junior Indaba. “Specific to... 


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