Africa is challenging China’s mining hegemony
By Samir Bhattacharya Over the past two decades, China has entrenched itself as a dominant actor in Africa’s mining sector. But signs are mounting that the tide is beginning to…
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African Rainbow boosts Surge Copper stake to 19.9%
The Berg deposit is situated in the northwestern portion of Surge’s contiguous mineral claim package in BC. (Image courtesy of Surge Copper.) African Rainbow Minerals (JSE: ARI) has increased its stake in Canadian junior Surge…
Uganda Launches First Large-Scale Gold Refinery to Boost Export Revenues
By Jayden Bagshaw Uganda has inaugurated its first large-scale gold mine and refinery in the eastern region, a $250 million investment led by a Chinese consortium. The facility is capable…
BME’s underground blasting innovations improve fragmentation and reduce mining costs
The close correlation between fragmentation size and mining costs has often been overlooked by mines, said Derick Menezes, Regional Manager: Underground Operations at BME, in a recent webinar. “Both extra…
BMG introduces SKF Vehicle Aftermarket automotive products
BMG has been appointed by SKF Automotive as a distribution partner of the complete SKF Vehicle Aftermarket range. SKF Vehicle Aftermarket automotive bearing and components - known for precision engineering,…
Mining 2040 — How Technology Is Reshaping Africa’s Extractive Future
By 2040, up to 40% of mining equipment in Africa will be autonomous, ushering in a new era of safety, efficiency, and productivity. From self-driving haul trucks to robotic sensors…
Infrastructure Is the Backbone of Africa’s Mining Resurgence
As Africa enters a new era of mineral opportunity, infrastructure remains the critical bottleneck. Roads, railways, ports, and energy corridors are essential to unlocking the continent’s vast mineral wealth—but many…
South Africa’s Mining Sector Turns to Renewables to Cut Costs and Secure Supply
Here are five richly detailed articles for MiningFocus Africa, each rewritten from recent reports and news sources to reflect the continent’s evolving mining landscape. These pieces are tailored for a…
Industry eyes emission offsets for cleaner air in poorer communities
Industries have committed to counterbalancing the impact of their industrial emissions by reducing air pollution in poorer areas via air quality offset programmes, according to SRK Consulting (South Africa). “Low-income…
Hexagon Electrical Designs, Manufactures and Repairs Bespoke Transformers to the Highest Standards
Hexagon Electrical’s range of oil-cooled and dry-type transformers, as well as mini-substations, are engineered to exact customer specifications, using high-quality copper windings for enhanced efficiency and durability. Hexagon Electrical -…
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