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By: Nkosilathi Mudiyi Gemfields, the leading producer of responsibly sourced coloured gemstones, has been caught off guard by reintroducing a 15% export duty on precious gemstones in Zambia. This unexpected move, effective from 1 January 2025, significantly increases the tax burden on the company’s Kagem Mining operation, a 75%-owned subsidiary. …

Condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, recently launched a new training course – InfraFocus –  to upskill users of thermographic cameras. The company’s ARC (asset reliability care) technicians developed the two-day course for customers, highlighting the best ways to capture thermographic imagery for use in a condition monitoring programme. Operations manager …

In a significant development for African infrastructure, the Zambia-Lobito rail project is set to commence by early 2026, as Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) CEO Samaila Zubairu announced at the Lobito Corridor Leaders Summit. This ambitious project, which has received pivotal support from US President Joe Biden, aims to revolutionize trade …

Dynapac proudly unveiled its highly anticipated Rhino range of soil compactors – the CA50, CA55, CA65 and CA70 – during an engaging event at the organisation’s Jet Park headquarters in Johannesburg last October. The new CA50 model is a purposefully designed and engineered 16-ton model for the South African and …

In a complex, challenging industry such as mining, suppliers must have a full understanding of the sector and offer a comprehensive service. A consolidated, one-stop partner can significantly enhance productivity, writes Barloworld Equipment Executive for Greater Africa Operations, Elia Nandjiwa. Miners face harsh working environments, cost challenges and highly complex …

The Africa Energy Indaba is set to be a pivotal event in 2025, advancing the African energy and utilities sectors through meaningful discussions, partnerships, and networking opportunities. Scheduled from March 4-6 in Cape Town, the Indaba will bring together influential stakeholders, policymakers, industry experts, and investors to address Africa’s energy …

With abundant sunshine and wind southern Africa is perfectly positioned to become a global powerhouse in green hydrogen production. As the world shifts towards cleaner energy sources Namibia and South Africa provide favourable conditions and are well situated upon one of the world’s central shipping routes to transport the commodity …

Mining Indaba – the premier platform for deal-making, investment, and corporate networking for African mining for over 30 years – has announced a 2025 agenda that emphasises the voices of indigenous people and communities in the mainstream of the conference. The new focus for next year’s event -Investing In Mining …

Condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, celebrated a noteworthy milestone recently when diagnostic manager, John Evans, diagnosed his 3 millionth used oil sample at the company’s Durban laboratory. WearCheck’s scientists analyse used samples of oil and other machinery fluids, like coolants, greases, fuel and more, using high-tech laboratory equipment and techniques …

Zambia’s ongoing energy crisis presents a significant challenge to economic stability, impacting the productivity and viability of key sectors, including manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and commercial enterprises. Frequent power outages disrupt critical operations, reduce output, and hinder economic growth. Recognising the need for dependable power solutions, DGC Africa has formed a …