The Democratic Republic of Congo has launched a judicial investigation into Congo Dongfang Mining (CDM) after a rupture in the company’s retention basin released a significant volume of wastewater into several districts of Lubumbashi. According to a statement issued on November 21, 2025, by Minister of State and Minister ofContinue Reading
A plane carrying DRC Minister of Mines Louis Watum was damaged by fire after landing at Kolwezi Airport on Monday, November 17, 2025, during an emergency mission to Mulondo in Lualaba Province. According to airport officials, a technical failure in the aircraft’s landing gear sparked the fire. Emergency crews respondedContinue Reading
Zambia is deepening its partnership with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to unlock investment along the strategic Lobito Corridor, a vital transport link connecting Zambia to the Atlantic Ocean via Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Finance and National Planning Minister Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane met with EIB ViceContinue Reading
KSB has officially launched the KSB ELN-150 Imvubu, a rugged new self-priming wastewater pump developed and built in South Africa specifically for African operating conditions. Named after the Imvubu which is the Zulu word for hippopotamus, then name carries a double meaning referring to its distinctive top-mounted lifting “ears” thatContinue Reading
Zimbabwe’s first-ever Mining and Energy Sunrise Summit has positioned the nation as an emerging powerhouse in global mineral supply chains. The event spotlighted Zimbabwe’s exceptional geological diversity and its commitment to sustainable, value-driven resource development — aligning the country firmly with the global shift toward critical minerals and clean energy.Continue Reading
Zambia is accelerating its clean energy transition with the groundbreaking of a US$245 million, 200-megawatt solar power plant in Chief Moono’s Chiefdom, Mumbwa District — a project set to reshape the nation’s energy landscape and reduce its dependence on hydropower. The landmark ceremony was led by Minister of Energy, HonourableContinue Reading
Angola is seeking $4.5 billion in financing for a new rail link that will connect the country to Zambia’s Copperbelt, a key step toward unlocking regional trade and improving access to global markets, according to Transport Minister Ricardo Viegas d’Abreu. Speaking on the sidelines of a conference in Luanda, d’AbreuContinue Reading
Fighting against rust in lubrication systems is an age-old battle. This edition of WearCheck’s Lube Kitchen Series highlights the important role played by corrosion inhibitors. What are they? Metal phenolates, basic metal sulfonates, fatty acids, amines, Zinc dithiophosphates What do they do? Prevent corrosion and rusting of metal parts inContinue Reading
Zambia’s Copperbelt continues to expand its role as a key global source of copper and cobalt. With mining activity increasing, efficient and reliable water management has become a critical success factor. Mine dewatering not only ensures uninterrupted production but also protects the safety of underground operations. Groundwater seepage and drillingContinue Reading
Antioxidants is the next area of focus in the continuing discussion about oil additives, with condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck. What are they? Zinc dithiophosphates, hindered phenols, aromatic amines, sulphurised phenols. What do they do? Retard oxidative decomposition. How do they do it? Decompose peroxides and terminate free-radicalContinue Reading
