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South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr Gwede Mantashe has committed to attend the four-day AOW energy event in Cape Town from 7 – 10 October. AOW: Investing in African Energy brings together industry leaders to develop policy, share discoveries, secure investment, and shape Africa’s energy future. This …

Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a renewal of its Operations & Maintenance (O&M) agreement covering the 105 MW power plant owned by Independent Power Producer Ndola Energy Company (NECL). The previous agreement had been in force since 2013. By ensuring the reliability and availability of the plant, NECL can meet …

Kansanshi Mining has reported a robust half-year performance for 2024, driven by higher copper prices and improved ore grades, despite ongoing electricity challenges. The First Quantum Minerals (FQM) subsidiary posted a net profit of US$117 million, a sharp turnaround from last year’s US$1.1 million loss. Revenue surged by 25 percent …

A major contract worth approximately €70 million has been secured to supply key equipment for Barrick Gold’s Lumwana copper expansion by Metso Minerals in Zambia. Metso’s contribution will include essential equipment for grinding, flotation, thickening, feeding and filtration processes. The order includes grinding, flotation, thickening, feeding and filtration equipment, all …

Johannesburg – Lifting Africa, the leading media platform dedicated to the continent’s lifting and materials handling industry, has announced the launch of the prestigious Lifting Awards. The inaugural ceremony, set for 29 August 2025, will recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements across the African lifting, rigging, and materials handling sectors. “We …