LUSAKA, Zambia – June 24, 2025 — Godwin Beene, Country Manager for First Quantum Minerals (FQM) in Zambia, is set to join the speaker lineup at the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025, Africa’s flagship event for the mining sector. Beene will participate in a high-level panel titled “Zambia: AcceleratingContinue Reading
The Investing in African Mining Indaba (MI26), Africa’s most influential and transformative platform for mining leadership, investment, and innovation, has announced its 2026 theme, “Stronger together: Progress through partnerships.” This bold direction reflects the urgent need for collaboration across the continent to fast-track untapped growth opportunities across the entire miningContinue Reading
During an official visit to Paris, Deputy Minister of Mines Godard Motemona represented the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the 18th OECD Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains. Addressing fellow African mining ministers and global stakeholders, Motemona reaffirmed the DRC’s commitment—under the leadership of President Félix Tshisekedi and PrimeContinue Reading
In a bold step toward enhancing regional cooperation and energy security in Southern Africa, the Government of Mozambique has signed two pivotal memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the Republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe. The agreements, facilitated through Mozambique’s Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy, mark a strategic move to advanceContinue Reading
SKF Zambia proudly hosted the riveting SKF ‘Meet the World’ football tournament at the International School of Lusaka Grounds (ISL) on 12 April 2025. U-17 all-girl teams from six clubs in the rural areas of Lusaka – Kaunda Square Queens, Black Stars Ladies, Kanyama Bulls, Fearless Sports Academy, Bauleni SportsContinue Reading
Maintenance costs, which are traditionally grudge expenses for businesses or industrial operations, can be kept to a minimum by ensuring that maintenance crews are properly trained in key aspects of the condition monitoring process. So says Steven Lumley, technical manager at specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck. ‘The rate at whichContinue Reading
CAPE TOWN, February 2025 – An engagement at the current Investing In African Mining Indaba event came to a heartwarming climax when a major mining company committed to enhance its local procurement in DRC in response to insights from a local community organiser. The incident came at the end ofContinue Reading
Lisa October and Diana Kasymova have been announced the winners of the 2025 Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield after a competitive final round at Mining Indaba in Cape Town. Key Points (4 February) Cape Town, South Africa – Following an intense round of live pitches showcasing innovative solutions for sustainableContinue Reading
Engen Petroleum has set a new benchmark in road transport safety, becoming the first and only oil company in South Africa to achieve Road Transport Management System (RTMS) certification for its entire national fleet of heavy vehicles. Awarded by JC Auditors (JCA), this prestigious certification underscores Engen’s unwavering commitment toContinue Reading
Master of Ceremonies,His Excellency, the President of the Republic of South Africa, H.E Cyril RamaphosaYour Excellencies,Members of the Diplomatic CorpsMinisters and Deputy MinistersDeputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Ms Phumzile MgcinaChairperson of the National House of Traditional and Khoi-San leaders, Kgosi Thabo Milton Seatlholo and Provincial ChairpersonsOrganisers of theContinue Reading
