ARM’s more energy efficient smelting technology, known as SmeltDirect, may soon Transform South Africa’s ferroalloy industry. Developed by African Rainbow Minerals (ARM), this innovative technology reduces electricity consumption by over…
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The Minerals Council South Africa, led by CEO Mzila Mthenjane, has raised critical concerns about the recently published Mineral Resources Development Bill, arguing that the current draft does not adequately…
African Mining Technology is racing to expand output for energy transition while cutting costs and emissions. In 2025, the biggest efficiency gains are coming from four converging trends electrified fleets,…
The African Mining Indaba (AMI)2025, held from February 3-6 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), South Africa, emerged as a pivotal gathering for the continent’s mining sector. Under…
Despite being endowed with vast Critical Mineral resources, Africa’s true wealth remains largely untapped, with the continent’s minerals often being extracted and exported in raw form, only to be transformed…
Andrada Mining and exploration has completed construction of a second tin processing plant at its Uis mine in Namibia. Known as the jig plant, the facility was delivered on schedule and…
Uganda has officially opened its first large-scale gold mining and refining operation, the operation is expected to increase the country’s mineral value addition and strengthen its role in the global…
African mining industries are undergoing significant transformations with the adoption of automation, bringing advanced technologies like autonomous haul trucks, AI-driven monitoring systems, and predictive maintenance tools to the forefront. These…
Mining has long been the backbone of many African economies, supplying the world with gold, copper, cobalt, graphite, and other critical minerals. However, the sector has also faced mounting pressure…
Global gold prices continue to break records, sending ripple effects through the mining industry worldwide. As of August 2025, spot gold trades around $3,357 per ounce, marking a nearly 37%…
