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Mirror of ESO’s ELT relies on SKF adjustable chocks

Adjustable chocks from SKF will play an important role in the world’s largest visible/near-infrared telescope, the ELT, which is currently under construction in Chile An unsung product from SKF’s catalogue – the adjustable chock – has played a key role in the construction of a huge telescope. The European Southern …

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Water risk rises as mining grows in Africa

While many African countries benefit from mining’s growth, there remain concerns about communities adjacent to mines facing risks to their groundwater or surface water supply and resources – casting a spotlight on mines’ water stewardship responsibilities. “Africa’s world-class copper belt, for instance, holds great potential for the future, and mining …

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Rio Tinto ships 4 billion tonnes of iron ore to China

Rio Tinto is celebrating the shipment of 4 billion tonnes of iron ore from the Pilbara in Western Australia to China. The shipment was loaded at Dampier Port on 19th July, bound for China Baowu Steel Group, the world’s top steel producer. This milestone comes 51 years after the first …

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Kagem delivers ZMW 38 million (USD 1.5 million) dividend to IDC

Kagem Mining Limited (Kagem) has handed over ZMW 38 million (USD 1.5 million) to the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). The funds represent dividends from 2023 to the government’s investment arm, which owns 25 percent of the shares in what is believed to be the world’s largest producing emerald mine, and …

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Muntanga project’s feasibility study expected before year end

Goviex Uranium has announced intentions to reinvigorate focus to publish its feasibility study later this year for Muntanga project in Southern Zambia. The development comes as the company no longer has rights over the perimeter of the mining permit for Madaouela Project in Niger, which reverted back to the public …

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