Projects

The Atomic Eagle’s maiden drill program at the high-priority Chisebuka target within the broader Muntanga Uranium Project has delivered shallow, thick uranium mineralisation. According to the company, the drilling program is the first drill program at Chisebuka in 15 years and results continue to deliver thick uranium intersections all less …

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 …

The Gemfields Group Ltd expects a challenging first half of 2025 but is banking on new capacity in Mozambique to drive a turnaround later in the year. However, it projects a net loss of USD24.6 million for the six months to June 30, compared with a USD13.7 million profit a …

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 …

Midrand, South Africa – Cummins South Africa is on track to rebuild 120 engines this year at its Master Rebuild Centre (MRC) in Midrand, a key part of the company’s global restoration network. The facility, which has the capacity to rebuild 14 high-horsepower engines a month, is crucial for supporting …

KSB Pumps and Valves is investing in the future of industrial service excellence through its dedicated training hub, the SupremeServ Academy. Based at the company’s Jet Park facility, the academy was established to address the growing need for specialised skills across KSB’s service value chain and to support its expansive …

As the global race for critical minerals intensifies, countries across Africa are fast-tracking investments in beneficiation infrastructure to bolster local economies, create jobs and secure more equitable participation in global mineral value chains. The continent’s mineral-rich economies are increasingly focusing on developing domestic refining and processing capacity to shift from …

As mining companies face increasing pressure to meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets, BME, a leading explosives manufacturer and member of Omnia Holdings, is pioneering innovative blasting solutions that balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility. With over 40 years of expertise, BME’s advanced technologies including dual-salt emulsions, hydrogen peroxide …