SQM taps into Namibia lithium riches through Andrada deal
Chile’s SQM (NYSE: SQM), the world’s second largest lithium producer, has entered into a three-stage earn-in agreement with South Africa-based Andrada Mining […]
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.
SANRAL awards R1,4-billion worth of contracts since April in the Eastern Cape
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has awarded tenders to the value of R1,4-billion in its Southern
South Africa’s MVNO Expansion: Impact on Market Dynamics and Innovation
Over the past five years, South Africa’s mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market has seen a surge of new entrants,
Astec AME to produce Titan T200 cone crusher in South Africa
The production of Astec Industries Titan T200 cone crusher is moving to South Africa. The group’s Johannesburg-based Astec South Africa
RockArmor by ABC Ventilation Systems
New to market: alternative, efficient and safer installation method RockArmor is manufactured from high strength PET yarns, providing a flexible
Komatsu introduces GD955-7R motor grader
Komatsu is excited to introduce the new GD955-7R motor grader to the Southern African market. The GD955-7R offers operators the
FUCHS LUBRICANTS SA’s major step towards net zero goal
Lubricant manufacturer and supplier FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA has concluded a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Solareff to procure solar
KOMBAT MINE ACHIEVES COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION
Trigon Metals Inc. said it has achieved commercial production from the underground operations at its Kombat mine in Namibia. After
Best technical presentation at Zimbabwe rock engineering symposium goes to SRK
The presentation by mining geotechnical engineer Fungai Kwangwari of SRK Consulting recently earned the Best Technical Presentation award at the
Lucara unearths world’s second-biggest diamond in Botswana
The diamond was extracted from the EM/PK(S) kimberlite, a primary ore source for Lucara. Canada’s Lucara Diamond has announced the