The mining industry will gather at the Johannesburg Expo Centre from 7–11 September 2026 for Electra Mining Africa, bringing together industry suppliers, decision makers, contractors, professionals and technology providers from across the continent to explore new technologies, compare equipment, meet new suppliers and discover solutions that drive safer, smarter andContinue Reading
Its presence at Electra Mining Africa 2026 confirmed to SEW-EURODRIVE that customers are seeking not only the highest levels of innovation and workmanship, but also comprehensive support throughout the full lifecycle of their drive solutions. This commitment to lifecycle support has been central to SEW-EURODRIVE’s evolution in Africa in recentContinue Reading
Zijin Mining Group’s 2026 copper production target is under pressure following flooding at the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), adding to concerns over global copper supply. In its latest half-year report, Zijin said production from Kamoa-Kakula could be reduced by up to 57,000 tonnes thisContinue Reading
The 4th Namibia Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition (NOGC) 2026 concluded in Windhoek with a clear message: Namibia’s petroleum opportunity must translate into jobs, skills, businesses, investment and long-term national value. Held under the theme “From Decision to Dividend: Making Namibia’s Oil Work for Namibians,” the three-day conference brought together moreContinue 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
A prominent South African industrial group, working under contract at a Zambian gold mine, secured 45 Lincoln P203 8 KG progressive systems from SKF for leading brand mobile machines to ensure reliable performance for their end‑user customer. Mining operations rely on these machines for uninterrupted, reliable performance to safeguard uptime andContinue Reading
Africa’s growing manganese industry is attracting increased attention as a major French mining company expands its focus on battery metals needed for the global energy transition. The company is strengthening its position in the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain through increased exposure to manganese, a critical mineral used in steelContinue Reading
The most effective way to manage groundwater inflows in underground mines is to address dewatering design early in the project lifecycle. According to John Goulding, Study Manager Mine Engineering at Cementation Africa, the foundation for effective underground dewatering is established long before the first shaft is sunk. “Hydrogeological studies formContinue Reading
In the race toward smarter, safer and more efficient mines, one technology often sits quietly in the background: sensors. For De Beers’ Upstream Technology, sensors are not just part of the system; they are the foundation on which automation, digitalisation and modern mine design are built. Upstream Technology was formedContinue Reading
