The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) mining sector continues to play a central role in driving the country’s economic growth, according to Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba, during an exclusive interview with African Mining Week. “Mining remains a cornerstone of the national economy through job creation, revenue generation andContinue Reading
Partnerships with global mining stakeholders are vital for Africa to formalize its artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector, said Kwaku Nsiah-Asare, CEO of Ghana-based gold mining firm Typhoon Greenfield Development. Speaking at African Mining Week 2025 on Thursday, Nsiah-Asare stressed that cooperation with global institutions as well as regional governments,Continue Reading
SKF announces a strategic partnership with Sieb & Meyer, a renowned expert in variable frequency drives (VFDs) and control electronics. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in delivering integrated, high-efficiency inverter solutions tailored for demanding applications such as air compressors, turbo blowers and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) systems. UnderContinue Reading
Wacker Neuson’s range of ground-engaging compact telehandlers packs class-leading performance and high payload capacity into a compact frame, offering far more than meets the eye. Excelling in lifting, loading, stacking, moving and digging functions, these big-on-power, small-in-footprint machines outperform comparable units and exceed expectations on virtually any job site whereContinue Reading
Egypt is developing a digital portal, set to launch in January 2026, to give global investors access to geological data and new opportunities in the country’s mining sector, according to Yasser Ramadan, Chairman of the Egyptian Mineral Resources and Mining Industries Authority. During a fireside chat held on Wednesday atContinue Reading
Moses Engadu, Secretary General of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG), outlined five key imperatives for advancing the continent’s mineral sector expansion during African Mining Week in Cape Town on Wednesday. He urged African nations to embrace collective mineral diplomacy for the continent to capture greater benefits from its resources.Continue Reading
Mining Ministries from Zimbabwe, Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) showcased measures driving beneficiation of mineral resources during the Ministerial Forum held today at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town. Louis Watum Kabamba, Minister of Mines, DRC said the country is prioritizing the development of special economicContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeking investment partners to unlock 90% of its mineral resources which remain untapped. Speaking at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town, Louis Watum Kabamba, DRC Minister of Mines, urged industry leaders to partner with the country in driving sustainable mining sector growth.Continue Reading
Donaldson Filtration Solutions, a leading worldwide provider of innovative filtration products and solutions, is launching the Contura Pulse Controller. This new dust collector control solution has iCue™ Connected Technology built in, strengthening Donaldson’s position as a global leader in filtration solutions. The Contura Controller is designed to simplify connectivity andContinue Reading
Equatorial Guinea’s Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mining Development Antonio Oburu Ondo announced that the country’s next licensing round will be launched in April 2026 at the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference on Monday. The country is finalizing timelines for the licensing round and is invitingContinue Reading
