A new MacLean Mine-MateTM utility vehicle has arrived for underground hard rock mines in Africa! The global mining vehicle manufacturer MacLean Engineering recently celebrated a product launch with the company’s first ML5 Multi-Lift having arrived at its Australian branch in late 2023, with minesite trials set to take place inContinue Reading
Zambia is on the cusp of a significant milestone as it prepares to inaugurate its car battery production by the end of July this year, buoyed by the arrival of crucial manufacturing equipment. During a recent inspection of the Jiangxi Multi Facility Economic Zone in Chibombo district, General Manager XuContinue Reading
An article published on Friday revealed that Chinese companies are set to invest around $7 billion in infrastructure projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of a revised minerals deal. This investment will be closely linked to copper prices. The government of President Felix Tshisekedi pushed forContinue Reading
Avanti Gold, listed in Canada, has recently welcomed Sir Samuel Jonah to its board of directors and appointed him as the company’s chairperson. This coincides with the company’s ambitious exploration efforts in a promising new area in Botswana. Jonah brings a wealth of experience from his extensive career in theContinue Reading
Mingomba Mining Limited, a joint venture between KoBold Metals and ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc, has publicly declared the selection of Mr. Kalimina Mwinga PMP for the position of Project Control Manager and Mr. Fanuel K Banda, P.E., PMP as Chief Mining Engineer. Both Mr. Mwinga and Mr. Banda bring withContinue Reading
DRC Mining Week returns to Lubumbashi in the heart of the Copperbelt in June with a bold, comprehensive and dedicated programme focusing on “Prioritising sustainable mining operations and local transformation in the DRC.” The event has already confirmed the presence and support of an impressive line-up of returning sponsors and miningContinue Reading
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has unveiled its intention to establish a Mining Technology (MinTech) hub in Zambia, with an investment exceeding K160 million. This initiative, disclosed during the Timbuktoo Retreat Strategy in Cape Town, South Africa, aims to foster innovation and collaboration within Zambia’s mining sector, leveraging technologyContinue Reading
During his visit to Solwezi Airport, President Hakainde Hichilema assured the residents of North Western Province of his government’s commitment to opening more mines in the region. Highlighting the potential for development, President Hichilema emphasized the importance of reopening mines such as Kasenseli and Kalengwa, which could significantly benefit theContinue Reading
During the investment roundtable between France and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in Paris on April 30, 2024, the Congolese mining sector took center stage. Mr. MABOLIA, Director General of the Mining Cadastre, outlined measures ensuring investment security, exploitation permit procedures, and the benefits of local mineral processing. ThisContinue Reading
Anglo American has rebuffed BHP Group’s $39 billion takeover bid, deeming it significantly undervalued. BHP, with a deadline of May 22 to make a binding offer, is expected to revise its bid to secure a deal that would create the world’s largest copper miner, a crucial player in the cleanContinue Reading
