The Republic of Namibia is the latest government to sign the Luanda Accord while India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) are set to become new members of the Natural Diamond Council. The Luanda Accord held its second high-level meeting at the AfricanContinue Reading
Resources can create massive prosperity on the African continent – but only when unlocked through strategic partnerships. This was the message from Zambian president Hakainde Hichilema, delivering the keynote speech on the opening day of Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026, the largest event of its kind, and a pivotalContinue Reading
Africa hosts an estimated US$29.5 trillion in mine-site mineral value, representing about 20% of global mineral wealth, yet captures only a fraction of the economic value embedded in this endowment, according to a new study released today by Africa Finance Corporation (AFC). Of this total, US$8.6 trillion remains undeveloped, reflectingContinue Reading
We are honoured to announce the attendance of H.E. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, who will deliver a keynote address at Mining Indaba 2026. President Hichilema has placed the revitalisation of Zambia’s mining sector at the centre of his economic agenda, with a focus on building strong foundations throughContinue Reading
A depth of experience across industries – combined with in-house design expertise and a responsive approach to business – has underpinned Trafo Power Solutions’ recent success for an Australian mining customer. According to Trafo Power Solutions Managing Director, David Claassen, the company designed and supplied a robust skid-mounted transformer solutionContinue Reading
Ferrodrill has commenced drilling at Noronex Limited’s Etango North Uranium Project in central Namibia, marking Noronex’s first uranium-focused drilling campaign in the country and a significant step in expanding its footprint within Namibia’s hard-rock uranium district. Noronex appointed Ferrodrill on 22 January to undertake a reverse circulation drilling programme onContinue Reading
Platinum Health Medical Scheme recognises that empowering local clinics creates healthier communities, ensures a stable workforce and provides pathways into the healthcare profession for youth. Mining plays a vital role in sustaining households and strengthening local economies across South Africa, particularly in rural communities. Ensuring accessible and affordable, high-quality healthcareContinue Reading
Dayton-Phoenix Group today announced the successful completion of testing for VOLT, its hybrid locomotive power solution designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions across rail operations, including industrial and mine-site rail systems, while preserving the value and performance of existing diesel locomotives. VOLT is engineered to integrate directly with conventionalContinue Reading
Barrick Gold Corporation has selected Metso’s Concorde CellTM flotation technology for its Lumwana expansion project in North-Western Province in Zambia. The Concorde Cell flotation cells will work in combination with the TankCell® technology previously selected for the project. The high-intensity Concorde Cell technology is Metso’s advanced solution for processing complex orebodies. Integrating Concorde Cell with TankCell® technology represents a reliable and highly effective way to optimize the flowsheet. The forced-air pneumatic Concorde Cell is recognized for its ability to deliver faster flotation kinetics, exceptional recovery rates of fineContinue Reading
As engineers and workers navigate deep shafts and unstable geology when visibility remains limited, communications are fragile, and risks move faster than human response, the mining sector becomes one of the world’s most hazardous industries. The urgency is visible in recent trends. According to the Mining Safety and Health AdministrationContinue Reading
