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Southern Africa
In the Southern Africa category, we bring you the latest updates, breakthroughs, and developments from the mining and engineering sectors across Southern Africa. This section is dedicated to providing in-depth coverage of regional trends, project launches, policy changes, and technological advancements impacting the industry.
Our readers will find comprehensive reports on the exploration, extraction, and processing activities shaping the future of mining in countries such as South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. From critical minerals and rare earth elements to traditional commodities like gold, diamonds, and platinum, we cover it all.
Stay informed about infrastructure projects, engineering innovations, and sustainable practices driving progress in the region. We also feature interviews with key industry leaders, analysis of market dynamics, and insights into the regulatory landscape to help professionals navigate the complexities of the Southern Africa mining and engineering environment.
Ivanhoe Mines: Africa’s Largest and Greenest Copper Smelter Has Commenced Heat-Up
Kamoa-Kakula’s 500,000-tonnes-per-annum direct-to-blister copper smelter commenced the heat-up on November 21, 2025. Once ramped up, the smelter will be the largest copper smelter in Africa.
Midas commences Otavi copper drilling in Namibia amid acquisition
The company has mobilised two diamond drill rigs at the T-13 deposit and one RC rig at the Spaatzu prospect.
Construction Update: Concor Drives Major Redevelopment at Fourways Mall’s The View
Significant progress is being made on Concor’s major refurbishment project at The View, an existing section of Fourways Mall that borders Witkoppen and Cedar Roads.
Wacker Neuson brings Weidemann to Africa with the debut of the T7042 Telehandler
Etienne Pignon Weidemann Market Development Manager & Stefan le Roux Wacker Neuson MD South and Sub Sahara Africa.
Bidvest International Logistics Launches Rosslyn Container Yard in Strategic Partnership with BMW and Maersk
Pretoria, South Africa, 28 November 2025 Bidvest International Logistics (BIL) has officially launched its new Rosslyn Container Yard, unveiled on 17
Solar Explochem Zambia Ltd.: Powering Africa’s Mining Sector with Safe and Innovative Solutions
With a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Zambia, SEZL caters to a wide array of industries including copper, coal, limestone, and emerald mining, as well as tunneling, stone quarrying, and construction.
Financing & De-Risking African Energy: G20 Outcomes Underscore the Urgency of Unlocking Capital for Africa’s Energy Transition
Africa Energy Indaba- where bold commitments turn into bankable energy projects.
Navachab Gold Mine adopts STEINERT KSS EVO 6.0 sorting tech to raise gold recovery and lower OPEX
The new STEINERT KSS comes with faster and safer service, maintenance and accessibility. Railings and ladders are now a permanent feature of the machine design and vastly improve handling.
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Minister Mantashe to Speak at G20 African Energy Chamber (AEC) African Energy Investment Forum
Minister Mantashe’s participation at the G20 African Energy Investment Forum comes as South Africa advances major mining, oil and gas projects.