With a well-established copper mining sector and much of the country’s mineral wealth unexplored, the Zambian mining industry is poised for a potential period of substantial growth and expansion. This growth trajectory is reinforced by several factors, including strong Zambian government support, starting with the introduction of a new onlineContinue Reading
Rolls-Royce Power Systems is developing a hybrid drive system for haul trucks and will begin field testing it from autumn 2026 at a mining location. The system combines proven mtu Series 4000 engines with a high-performance electric drivetrain. Depending on the topography and operational profile of the mine, this canContinue Reading
BHP is intensifying its focus on Zambia’s copper sector, signalling a growing industry shift toward the search for large, deeply buried mineral deposits as global demand for copper continues to rise. The renewed exploration push highlights increasing international interest in Zambia’s largely underexplored mineral potential. The country, currently Africa’s second-largestContinue Reading
Democratic Republic of the Congo is advancing the development of the US$2 billion Manono lithium project in Tanganyika Province as part of broader efforts to expand local mineral processing, infrastructure development and employment opportunities within the country’s growing battery minerals sector. Minister of Mines Louis Watum Kabamba recently held discussionsContinue Reading
In many large-scale mining operations, particularly those processing hard, competent ore, grinding circuits are quietly dealing with a significant inefficiency that often goes unnoticed. In many cases, this inefficiency is simply accepted as part of the process — despite its cost. Between 5% and 30% of the material entering theContinue Reading
Blasting, explosives, and metallurgical solutions provider BME is supporting mines as they navigate rising operational complexity, including deeper orebodies, declining grades, geological variability, higher stripping ratios, increased geotechnical risk, and growing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) scrutiny. During an in-house webinar on improving blast outcomes in challenging geological conditions lastContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is evaluating an equity investment in a proposed $270 million cross-border power transmission project with Zambia as electricity shortages continue to pressure one of the world’s most significant copper-producing regions. According to the country’s finance ministry, the project involves the construction of a 200Continue Reading
Zambia has declined a proposal from the United States that would have tied up to $2 billion in health-sector funding to access to the country’s critical minerals, highlighting key disagreements that have stalled bilateral negotiations. Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Mulambo Haimbe said the draft agreement included provisions forContinue Reading
The export structure of the Democratic Republic of the Congo highlights a growing economic vulnerability driven by heavy reliance on a single market and a dominant commodity, according to a report by Target Sarl. The report shows that China accounts for around 62% of the DRC’s mineral export volumes, reinforcingContinue Reading
South Africa’s construction materials sector continues to face significant pressure, but early indicators suggest conditions may gradually improve. In response, AfriSam is focusing on operational resilience, continued investment in its production facilities and strong customer partnerships as the market navigates a slow and uneven recovery. AfriSam Executive Chairman and CEOContinue Reading
