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African Export-import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has extended a US$ 36.4-million contract financing facility to Egypt’s SAMCO-National Construction Company (SAMCO) for the construction of the Akii Bua Olympic Stadium in Uganda. The Akii Bua Olympic Stadium, located in Lira, Uganda, is expected to host some of the 2027 Africa Cup ofContinue Reading

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In an industry where equipment performance and lifespan directly influence plant sustainability and profitability, Atlas Copco’s Power Technique business area continues to raise the bar in aftermarket service and customer support excellence. Meet Roelf Van Niekerk, Power Technique Sales Engineer, who has been an integral part of the Power TechniqueContinue Reading

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The closure of the Beeshoek Mine in late 2025 highlights the growing challenges facing South Africa’s iron ore industry as economic, infrastructural, and structural pressures reshape the mining landscape. Once employing 622 permanent workers, the mine’s shutdown underscores deep-rooted issues within South Africa’s integrated steel supply chain and the decliningContinue Reading

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First Quantum Minerals (TSX: FM) has reported progress at its suspended Cobre Panama copper mine, moving forward with a government-approved preservation and safe management program during the third quarter. CEO Tristan Pascall noted that the company is preparing for a potential restart of operations, having completed the shipment of allContinue Reading

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Flexco has announced the acquisition of SHG Conveyor Control GmbH, developer of Rip Prevent+, an advanced AI-powered conveyor monitoring system designed to optimize conveyor performance and safety. Rip Prevent+ provides real-time belt rip detection, prevention, and operational insights — without requiring sensors inside the belt, lasers, cameras, or structural changes.Continue Reading

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The 2025 Angolan International Mining Conference (AIMC), held on October 22-23 at the Talatona Convention Centre, marked a transformative milestone for Angola’s mining sector with the official launch of the Angola Digital Mining Cadastre. This groundbreaking platform is designed to revolutionise the mining industry by automating and digitising processes, enhancingContinue Reading

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Mrima Hill, located in Kenya’s coastal Kwale County, has become a focal point of global attention and local tension. Beneath its lush green forest lies one of the world’s richest deposits of rare earth minerals and niobium—essential materials for smartphones, electric vehicles, and renewable energy systems. These valuable resources haveContinue Reading

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South Africa’s gold mining industry is experiencing a significant transformation — moving from traditional extraction practices toward a holistic model of environmental responsibility. This shift highlights the growing understanding that sustainability must be an integral part of mining operations rather than a separate compliance exercise. DRD Gold exemplifies this evolution,Continue Reading

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Guinea-Conakry’s bauxite sector is entering 2026 under the shadow of a record-breaking 2025, following an unprecedented Q1 surge that has set expectations for the coming year. Trade data shows that the country exported 48.6 million tons of bauxite in Q1 2025 (https://apo-opa.co/4oO3R1Z) – a 39% increase from Q1 2024 –Continue Reading