The global race for critical minerals is entering a new phase. No longer defined solely by access to mineral reserves, it is increasingly being shaped by industrial policy, geopolitical competition and the race to build resilient supply chains for electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies and advanced manufacturing.Victoria Backhaus-Jerling, Chief ExecutiveContinue Reading
Achieving optimal throughput, high classification efficiency and a long service life from a mineral processing screening solution requires careful consideration of every element of the screening system, from screen deck design to screening media selection. Yet many operations continue to face challenges such as blinding, pegging, excessive wear, and reducedContinue Reading
When selecting partners for complex long-term underground mining contracts, mining companies look beyond technical expertise and operational experience. Increasingly, they are seeking contractors with the financial strength and governance structures needed to manage the significant risks associated with multi-year shaft sinking and underground development projects. According to Cementation Group ChiefContinue Reading
Zimbabwe Approves $1.59 Billion Investment Pipeline as Mining and Manufacturing Drive Industrial Growth Zimbabwe approved US$1.59 billion in proposed investments during the second quarter of 2026, with mining and manufacturing accounting for nearly 80% of the total as the country seeks to attract capital and build greater value around itsContinue Reading
FQM Partners with Five Banks to Improve Financing Access for Zambian Mining Suppliers First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has partnered with five commercial banks to improve access to financing for Zambian-owned companies supplying goods and services to the mining industry. The initiative has been welcomed by the Association of Mine SuppliersContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s 20.08 MW Mbombo hydropower project has moved closer to construction following the signing of an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract with India’s Angelique International Limited. The project, located near Kananga in Kasaï-Central Province, is being developed by the National Agency for Electrification and EnergyContinue Reading
The International Association of Wildland Fire has reported that unwanted wildfires in Southern Africa have increased significantly in both number and intensity in recent years, with many being major or catastrophic. Climate change, fuel loads, and unseasonal fires are driving this surge, destroying tens of thousands of acres and affectingContinue Reading
As Zambia heads towards the August 13 general elections, the country’s mining industry is calling for policies that can accelerate investment and help deliver its ambitious target of producing 3 million tonnes of copper annually by 2031. Mining companies and industry stakeholders are seeking stronger incentives for mineral processing, renewedContinue Reading
As mining companies face growing pressure to improve productivity, optimise plant performance, and manage operating costs, Multotec continues to draw on its engineering expertise, manufacturing capability and close collaboration with customers to overcome complex operational challenges and deliver sustainable performance improvements. This customer-focused approach will be showcased at Electra MiningContinue Reading
Integrated Pump Technology is leveraging two of the dewatering sector’s most recognisable brands, Grindex and Godwin, to accelerate its growth across Africa. In a market where reliability, installed base and after-sales confidence often determine buying decisions, these brands are giving the company a powerful springboard into both established and emergingContinue Reading
