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Mining conclave set to unlock new era of opportunity

Tega Industries Africa hosted the third chapter of its Mineral Processing Conclave in Pretoria on Friday, 3 October, to unite industry leaders and technical experts to shape the future of mining across the continent. These are exciting times for miners and the industry is entering an exciting phase with global …

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Airtel Africa Foundation unveils plan for improving 10 million lives in Africa by 2030

Airtel Africa Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa plc, today unveiled its plans to directly improve the lives of 10 million people across the continent by 2030. The strategy will be delivered through targeted initiatives under four core pillars namely Financial Empowerment, Education, Environmental Protection and Digital Inclusion (FEED). …

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Maamba 100MW solar plant construction commence

Maamba Solar Energy Limited has launched the construction of a 100 megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Maamba, described as a ‘game-changing’ step towards ending the power crisis and advancing climate and energy goals in the Southern Province. Attended by government officials, investors, community leaders and residents the groundbreaking ceremony …

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The lube kitchen part 7: detergent additives – keeping your parts clean

By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck   The topic of oil additives is vast, and Steven Lumley – technical manager for WearCheck  – continues the conversation around these essential components of a good engine-management programme, this time with a new focus: detergent additives.   What are they? Organo-metallic compounds of …

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Shuka Minerals Secures £2M Funding, Accelerates Kabwe Mine Acquisition

Shuka Minerals is poised to finalize its acquisition of Zambia’s historic Kabwe Zinc Mine, having secured a crucial £2 million funding facility. This strategic move, bolstered by a significant capital injection from Gathoni Muchai Investments Limited (GMI), paves the way for accelerated geological, mining, and mineral processing planning at the …

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Prospect expands exploration, evaluation at Mumbezhi

Prospect Resources has commenced phase two drilling and exploration programmes at its Mumbezhi Copper Project in the Copperbelt. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Prospect, Sam Hosack said the phase 2 programme has been designed to validate the significant potential for a material, large scale resource at Mumbezhi. …

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IMF applauds progress on economic reform programme

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that progress on Zambia’s economic reform program supported by the IMF’s Extended Credit Facility has been strong, despite repeated external shocks. According to the Fund, since the program was approved in August 2022 and augmented in 2024, it has provided critical support—both financial …

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“Can a New Deal Between State and Private Sector Deliver the Continent a Winning Hand?”

The 2025 edition of the Africa CEO Forum will gather 2,000 CEOs, investors and public sector leaders from over 75 countries in Abidjan from May 12 – 13. In a challenging global economic backdrop marked by rising protectionism, reduced development aid and high debt-serving costs, the Forum will tackle the …

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WearCheck Water wins accreditation for microbiological testing

WearCheck Water’s Johannesburg laboratory was recently awarded ISO/IEC17025 Accreditation for Total Coliforms and E.coli Testing, after a rigorous audit process, adding to the company’s extensive list of certifications, and reinforcing the laboratory’s adherence to  national and international work-quality standards. WearCheck Water operates under the umbrella of specialist condition monitoring company, …

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Impact of modern welding techniques on resource conservation

By ROMAN MORNAU* Welding technologies can play an increasingly vital role in optimising resource utilisation and enhancing sustainability for capital-intensive industry assets. Beyond traditional methods, advanced welding techniques such as Submerged Arc Welding (SAW), Cold Metal Transfer (CMT), and Laser Welding are revolutionising repair practices, enabling precise interventions with minimal …

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