In a bold move that underscores the intensifying global race for critical minerals, KoBold Metals has officially broken ground on the Mingomba copper mine. The mine is set to become the country’s largest mining project and one of Africa’s most significant new copper operations. Backed by high-profile investors including Bill …

Africa’s vast critical mineral reserves, essential to batteries, electric vehicles and clean technologies have elevated the continent’s geopolitical importance to a level that is reshaping the terms on which international partnerships are structured. At the 2026 Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Africa and France signalled a decisive departure from traditional …

The Zambian mining landscape faced a complex opening to the year as overall copper production registered a 4.27% decline during the first quarter of 2026. According to data released by Mines Minister Paul Kabuswe, total output for the period ending in March reached 208,992 metric tonnes, compared to the 218,308 …

Didier Rault, CEO of World Mining Investment, has joined the advisory board of African Mining Week (AMW) 2026. Seasoned Rault’s appointment is timely with African markets seeking fresh capital to fast-track projects development and capitalize on rising global demand for critical minerals which is expected to triple by 2030. As …

In line with its continuous innovation of blasting solutions, BME has developed Innovex™ 300D – a high-strength bulk emulsion explosive for challenging surface mining conditions including dynamic water.   According to Dr. Rakhi Pathak, BME’s Global Manager – Strategic Partnerships, dynamic water is a common issue for surface mines, and …

Jubilee, the integrated copper producer and resource developer’s operational and production update for the nine-month period ended 31 March indicates the Leon Coetzer, Jubilee Chief Executive Officer said the company continues to make strong progress in delivering the copper strategy, with Roan sustaining targeted production rates and the expanded concentrate …

By Rowan Albertyn* South Africa’s mining sector has long been shaped by systems of migrant labour, where employees travelled vast distances from rural homes to industrial centres. For decades, this reality was underpinned by hostel accommodation that may have been functional for the most part, but ultimately undesirable and unsustainable …

With the introduction of the X-Air 900-20, Atlas Copco strengthens its DrillAir portfolio with a flexible, application driven portable air compressor designed for the realities of mining and construction operations worldwide. Atlas Copco has expanded its DrillAir portfolio of portable air compressors with the launch of the X-Air 900-20, a …

As advanced technologies continue to transform how work gets done, Caterpillar Inc. is reinforcing its commitment to the workforce behind that transformation. The company is opening registration for the Building the Future Workforce Challenge, a global innovation competition first discussed on stage at CES® 2026 by Caterpillar Chairman and Chief …

Southern African solar solutions provider SolarSaver, solar technology manufacturer Sigenergy and distributor SIAAC have partnered to simplify the shift to renewable energy for businesses across Africa, cemented by a 100 MWh corporate agreement. This strategic alliance leverages SolarSaver’s capex-free solar solutions, SIAAC’s robust distribution network, and Sigenergy’s advanced energy storage …