ESI Africa is thrilled to announce the release of Volume 6 of Powering Mines & Industry, addressing one of the most critical themes shaping Africa’s future: the intersection of mining, industrial power, and the global energy transition. This volume is essential reading for professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape ofContinue Reading
Zambia has made history by becoming the first African country to accept the Chinese yuan for the payment of mining taxes, marking a significant shift in how resource-rich economies manage fiscal policy. The move reflects a broader continental trend toward currency diversification as governments seek to reduce reliance on theContinue Reading
Industry expert outlines the importance of government–industry collaboration as Automechanika Academy drives the region’s transition to a circular, low-emission automotive future Automechanika Dubai was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre and took place until Thursday, 11 December. Dubai, UAE: Automechanika Dubai, the largest international trade exhibition for the automotiveContinue Reading
Production at a gold mine in Ghana was recently ramped up with the help of the advanced Sandvik CH865i cone crusher, following close collaboration with the Sandvik Rock Processing team in Ghana to identify the optimal solution for the site’s specific conditions. The need to raise throughput levels at theContinue Reading
Cobalt miners in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will be permitted to retain their 2025 export quotas after delays in implementing new export procedures prevented shipments from taking place, according to the country’s mining regulator. The Authority for the Regulation and Control of Strategic Mineral Substances’ Markets (ARECOMS) saidContinue Reading
FQM strengthens local content strategy by awarding full load-and-haul contract to Zambian-owned Mineral Link First Quantum Minerals (FQM), through its subsidiary FQM Trident Limited, has reinforced its commitment to Zambia’s socio-economic development by transferring key mining operations to a local contractor, Mineral Link Limited. The move represents a significant stepContinue Reading
Modern mining operations are becoming increasingly complex, with vast equipment fleets generating enormous volumes of operational and sensor data. This shift has created new opportunities for advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape maintenance management, productivity optimisation, and long-term capital planning. The integration of AI capabilities with traditional heavy-equipmentContinue Reading
MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 will feature a panel on integrated infrastructure and logistics connecting regional resources to global markets Major milestones across the MSGBC basin are accelerating the region’s rise as a leading African energy hub, with the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG project commencing commercial operations andContinue Reading
With over a decade of hands-on experience in compressed air technology and pneumatic equipment solutions, Johnathan Cassell, an accomplished Portable Air Sales Engineer for Atlas Copco’s Power Technique business area, is uniquely qualified to offer expert insight into the ever-evolving world of compressed air. Jonathan began his journey at AtlasContinue Reading
Conveyors are among the fastest and potentially most dangerous transport systems in a bulk handling operation. Although their safety and performance are critical to the operation’s success, their contribution to overall efficiency is often overlooked by both management and workers. The operational basics of belt conveyor systems are often aContinue Reading
