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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, …

The catastrophic collapse of the Sino Metals tailings dam in Chambishi, Zambia, has sent shockwaves through the mining industry, serving as a chilling reminder of the potential for environmental devastation as the world’s appetite for minerals grows. The 18 February 2025 incident, which unleashed over 50 million litres of acidic …

Kabwe, Zambia – In the heart of Kabwe, a city scarred by decades of industrial neglect, a new chapter of environmental injustice is unfolding. Children, already burdened by the devastating effects of lead poisoning from a defunct mine, now face intensified health risks as the Zambian government facilitates the resurgence of …

Rongxing Investments has been shut down with immediate effect for repeatedly polluting the Lulamba River, which connects to the Kafue River. Despite warnings from the Mines Safety Department, investigations indicate the company’s environmental violations. “We have since instructed all relevant authorities including Zambia Environment Management Agency (ZEMA), Mine safety department …

Global mining giant Barrick Gold has solidified its commitment to Zambia, signing a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the government’s Industrial Resources Limited (IRL). This move signals a significant push to bolster exploration and mining activities in the mineral-rich nation, aligning with Zambia’s ambitious goal of tripling its copper …