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A potential P2 billion contract in Zambia could mark a significant step in Naledi Mining Services Company’s regional expansion, signalling the scope for Botswana-based mining services firms to secure major opportunities beyond their domestic market. The wholly owned Debswana subsidiary’s pursuit of the deal reflects the commercial potential of exporting …

In a bold move that signals a strategic shift from downstream refining to primary resource development, Turkish precious-metals investor Ozcan Halaç has proposed a C$27.2 million cornerstone investment in Canadian-listed explorer Lake Victoria Gold. Under the terms of a non-binding term sheet announced on October 20, Halaç’s Dubai-registered investment vehicle, …

Ethiopia is seeking to attract gold from Kenya and other neighbouring countries to its new refinery, as American, Chinese and Australian investors compete to develop Kenya’s Mrima Hills mineral deposits in Kwale County. Ethiopia opened its National Precious Metals Refinery on October 10 following a $50 million (Ksh6.48 billion) investment …

International mineral resource exploration company, Tsodilo Resources engaged in the search for economic metal deposits in Botswana intends to expand into Namibia and DRC. The company has established subsidiaries in the two countries, authorities at the mineral firm have announced. James Bruchs, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Tsodilo said …

By BAZIN MAMBUMINA Trinity Metals Ltd. has commenced its first sonic drilling program at the Nyakabingo mine in Rwanda, aiming to expand its resource base and optimize production at one of Africa’s largest tungsten deposits. The Rwanda-focused miner plans to drill up to 106 holes at depths of 12 meters …

Every roof has its limits, and installers across sub Saharan Africa are looking for ways to get more from the space they have. Sungrow’s answer is the MGTL series, a new range of three phase hybrid inverters, covering 10 kW to 25 kW, now available in the region. A hybrid …

South Africa has the mineral wealth and technical expertise to compete at the highest levels of global mining. SRK Consulting (South Africa) Managing Director Andrew van Zyl argues that converting that advantage into investment and sustained economic growth will require decisive leadership and progress on persistent structural challenges. Reflecting on …

SKF South Africa will demonstrate at the South African Railway Association (SARA) 2026 Expo how its full value chain – from advanced components to digital monitoring and lifecycle services – is driving a sustainable rail ecosystem on the African continent. For more than a century, SKF has partnered with railway …

The Joburg Indaba South African Mining Hall of Fame has welcomed Natascha Viljoen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Newmont Corporation, recognising more than 30 years of leadership that runs from the processing plants of South Africa to the helm of the world’s leading gold company. Minister of Mineral and …

Ethiopia and Djibouti are turning to the same industrialist who has already bet billions on the region’s energy infrastructure. Ethiopia, Djibouti and Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote plan to build a $660 million refined petroleum pipeline connecting the two countries, a Spokesperson in Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s office said. The …