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The AfriSam Olifantsfontein readymix and aggregate quarry in Gauteng,South Africa has been making use of Aury Africa woven wire screens since 2014. Aury Africa wire screens are more cost-effective and last up to five days longer than competitor products, thereby minimising downtime and ensuring substantial long-term savings. The AfriSam Olifantsfontein …

Despite sluggish global commodity prices that continue to cause an ongoing slump in the mining industry – skills transfer and job creation have been empowering local employees at the Mopani Copper Mine in Zambia, thanks to a joint venture between Redpath Mining SA and Rig Resources Zambia. Since officially entering …

The new proposed changes to the Mineral Royalty Tax (MRT) regime will enhance the collection of mineral revenue by the government rather than compromise it, Chamber of Mines president Nathan Chishimba said recently. Chishimba was reacting to a media statement issued by a consortium of civil society organisations advising government …

There is a direct correlation between the market size of contract mining and the commodities cycle/prices and investment patterns in capital projects Historically, mining was a highly protected industry and had a low propensity for outsourcing, but more operations are being outsourced across Africa, says global consultant and adviser Deloitte. …

AIM-listed Gemfields has successfully auctioned its lower quality rough emerald extracted by its 75%-owned Kagem mine in Zambia for US$14.3 million. Of the 3.67 million carats offered for sale, 2.78 million carats, or 76%, were sold at the auction, which took place in Jaipur, India, between 17 and 20 May. …