Sandfire Resources’ Managing Director and CEO, Brendan Harris, has hailed the company’s Motheo copper mine in Botswana as a “remarkable achievement,” crediting a strong investment climate and operational discipline for its success. Speaking at the Africa Down Under conference in Perth, Harris noted that the $400 million project—completed during theContinue Reading
In the wake of a toxic spill at a Zambian mine, local residents are demanding $420 million (K9.98 trillion) in compensation from Chinese state-owned Sino Metals Leach Zambia, according to Bloomberg. The spill, which occurred in February, reportedly released highly acidic waste containing toxic heavy metals, potentially making it oneContinue Reading
Lotus Resources has produced the first batch of triuranium octoxide (U3O8), commonly known as yellowcake, from its 85%-owned Kayelekera Uranium Mine in northern Malawi’s Karonga District, approximately 650 km north of Lilongwe. This milestone marks a significant step toward the commissioning of the mine’s processing plant. Kayelekera, a past-producing site,Continue Reading
Johannesburg, South Africa – The Southern African lifting industry reached a historic milestone on 29 August 2025, when the first-ever Lifting Awards, hosted by Lifting Africa, took place at the Birchwood Conference Centre in Boksburg, Johannesburg. The prestigious event – proudly sponsored by Yoke Industrial Corp, RiConnect, Electra Mining, HaggieContinue Reading
Atlas Copco is extremely proud to unleash its new robust lineup of PAS-PAC H/SH super high head portable pumps that are built tough to conquer Africa’s harshest environments, sustainably taking operations to new efficiency heights. With an industry-leading 235m maximum head and exceptional flow rates up to 1 980m³/h, theseContinue Reading
Kita Machinery Industry has taken a bold step toward transforming Japan’s construction sector by renting electric excavators to customers nationwide. The company is supporting efficient and sustainable construction sites with the ECR25 Electric, which is clean, quiet, and considerate to the natural environment. Kita Machinery Industry Co., Ltd., a leading companyContinue Reading
SKF South Africa has proudly served as a key service provider for Sishen Mine in Kathu, Northern Cape, for the past fifteen years. The qualified on-site SKF team is dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of quality products and services for the mine’s mobile equipment. SKF Area Supervisor, Burger Maritz,Continue Reading
In the construction sector, many smaller and mid-sized contractors are so focused on securing the next contract that they overlook crucial details in their contracts and construction insurance, which could put them at a serious disadvantage. This is the warning from Dan Payton, CEO of CivilSure, a niche risk adviserContinue Reading
Develon has introduced the DX270WMH-7, a 27-tonne wheeled material handler engineered for recycling, demolition, timber, and scrap handling, now available in Europe and North America. The machine is powered by Develon’s six-cylinder DL06V diesel engine, delivering 141 kW at 1,900 rpm. Key updates include a redesigned undercarriage, boom and arm,Continue Reading
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has redefined West and Central Africa’s energy landscape, ending decades of reliance on imported fuels and positioning Nigeria as a net exporter of refined petroleum products. With a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, it is the largest refinery in Africa and has swiftly altered regionalContinue Reading
