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The cross-disciplinary team of Metso and University of Cape Town (UCT) took first place in the Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield competition held in Cape Town, South Africa, from February 3rd to 6th. Participants were challenged to present innovative and sustainable solutions for revolutionizing tailings management and achieving zero harm, …

Jubilee, a diversified metals producer has commenced the processing of the new high-grade copper feed material at its Roan concentrator facility. According to the company, the material feed grade is in-line with management expectations with current feed assays exceeding 1.6 percent Cu, approximately double the grade of material previously processed …

Over 400 delegates from across the globe are set to converge on the Copperbelt region of Zambia next month for the 12th annual Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (ZIMEC). Taking place from 19th to 20th March in Kitwe, ZIMEC will serve as a pivotal platform for the …

Government has been commended for fast tracking 2024 legislative reforms in the country’s electricity sector. According to Chief Financial Officer of the Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC),  Mutale Mukuka the reforms promote greater private sector participation in both power transmission and generation, laying the foundation for a more resilient and sustainable energy industry …

First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has reinforced its commitment to support the government’s vision of producing three million tonnes of copper a year, at the Africa Mining Indaba. John Gladston, FQM Director of Corporate Affairs at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in South Africa said the company was proud to …

Epiroc and ABB have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance underground trolley solutions, supporting the mining industry’s transition towards increased productivity, enhanced safety and decarbonisation. This agreement builds on previous successful technology deployments in Swedish mines. Under the MoU, both companies will work together to conduct a comprehensive …

Despite global geopolitical uncertainties, Africa’s mining sector continues to make measurable strides in advancing its economic and social contributions. Speaking at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, SRK Consulting Managing Director Andrew van Zyl noted the sector’s steady progress in adopting safer and more responsible mining practices. …

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a keynote address at the prestigious Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town on Monday, February 3rd, 2025. This high-profile event, renowned globally as the premier gathering for mining industry leaders, will convene under the theme “Future-proofing African Mining, Today!” – a poignant reminder …

Zambia’s reliance on its mining sector for economic growth has long been a double-edged sword. While the country boasts significant reserves of copper, cobalt, and manganese, maximizing the financial benefits from these resources has been a persistent challenge. Complexities surrounding cross-border transactions, transfer pricing, opaque mineral pricing, and the valuation …

TAKRAF Group (‘TAKRAF’) is pleased to announce the award to engineer and supply the conveying system (CV-8001, CV-8002 and CV-8003) for Minera Collahuasi’s Ujina growth project in Chile. The main objective of the Ujina growth project is to increase the capacity of the concentrator plant. The Collahuasi mine is located …