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The experts at the Zimbabwean Gold Investment Conference in Harare have raised concerns over the exploitation of minerals, highlighting the vulnerability of communities that are the custodians of these resources. Zambian business leader and Chief Adviser Mabvuto Chipata stressed the importance of equitable distribution of value to prevent conflict. “Each …

South Africa—Africa’s ability to capture the full economic, industrial, and societal value of its vast mineral endowments hinges entirely on regional integration and a decisive shift from policy dialogue to co-ordinated action. That was the unequivocal message delivered by industry experts and policymakers at a media briefing for the Investing …

By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck   Continuing the dialogue around oil additives with condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, this time the focus turns to friction modifiers. What are they? Organic fatty acids and amines, high-molecular-weight organic phosphorus and phosphoric acid esters What do they do? Alter coefficient of friction …

South African Competition Tribunal (SACT) has issued Jubilee with a merger clearance certificate and unconditionally approved the sale of the South African Chrome and PGM Operations to One Chrome (under the Competition Act (Disposal). SACT approval is a suspensive condition to the disposal as outlined in the circular to shareholders. …

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has concluded a two-day state visit to Zambia, reaffirming cooperation between the two nations under the General Framework Agreement of Cooperation signed in 2023. Herzog was received on 10 November at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport by President Hakainde Hichilema before the two leaders proceeded to State …

Omnia Holdings subsidiary BME, in partnership with Swedish-based Hypex Bio Explosives Technology (Hypex Bio), is extending its collaboration beyond Canada by initiating an infrastructure and product development programme for the Southern African Development Community (SADC) market. The two companies will gradually introduce the world’s first commercially available hydrogen peroxide explosives …

Jubilee Metals, the London- and Johannesburg-listed company now prioritizing copper extraction in Zambia, reported on Friday, October 17, that it is making steady progress toward finalizing the sale of its substantial South African chrome and platinum group metals (PGM) operations. The divestiture represents a critical step in the company’s strategic …

TSX-listed copper, nickel and gold producer First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has outlined key steps for Zambia to achieve its ambitious target of 3Mt of copper production per year by 2032. To reach this milestone, about 815Mt of ore will need to be mined, considering the decline in ore grades from …

Weir is redefining the comminution landscape with a fully integrated approach that unites its ENDURON® range of high-pressure grinding rolls (HPGRs), crushers, and screens which is now strengthened by its in-house screening media. “Combined with our renowned service culture and extensive global footprint, this creates a truly unmatched offering. In …

New South Wales (NSW)’s Premier Chris Minns will open the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2025, spotlighting the event’s growing influence and its projected $17.8 million boost to the state’s economy. Set for 21–23 October 2025 at the ICC Sydney, IMARC 2025 will be the event’s biggest edition yet, drawing over 10,000 delegates from more than 120 countries. Minns …