Close community relationship
While construction is on track at Wesizwe’s Bakubung Platinum Mine in Rustenburg to start operations in 2018 management also develops and supports the community. Mientjie Kleinhans finds out what great...
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Ready for investment opportunities
Blue Crane Mine was launched in Indwe, Eastern Cape, earlier this year. Having identified the need for aggregates in the industry and with the help of the Eastern Cape Development Corporation, this...
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Mining large deposits in Waterberg
Waterberg is said to be the next coal resource in South Africa, with approximately 40% of the country’s remaining coal reserves. This is exactly where ASX- and JSE-listed South Africa-based company,...
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Increased production and new processing plant
After having been placed in business-rescue earlier this year, South African Dilokong Chrome Mine (DCM) Tailings Project has a brighter future, as its owner revealed increased production figures and...
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Increased production through simple operation
Mbuyelo Coal’s Manungu Project in Delmas, Mpumalanga, is a simple, yet it has managed to increase its coal production much earlier than originally planned. Mientjie Kleinhans discovers its secret
View ArticleNew technology key to solving mining challenges – De Beers
Inside Mining Editor, Mientjie Kleinhans speaks to Phillip Barton, CEO of De Beers about the challenges and successes of the diamond miner over the passed 129 years. Barton highlights two challenges...
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Damang’s reinvestment plan
The Damang Gold mine in Ghana is being given a second life with the reinvestment plan announced by Gold Fields in October 2016 to extend the life of mine by eight years, which will result in a 72%...
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The age of diamonds
While Alexkor’s roots were planted almost 90 years ago in Alexander Bay in the Northern Cape, the area’s diamonds have their own fascinating, 100-million-year history. Read more.
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The world is changing
Russian mining company Norilsk Nickel (Nornickel) entered the African market 10 years ago, in the halcyon days of soaring nickel prices. CEO Michael Marriott reflects on how far the company has come....
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Conflict-free tin for the DRC
The beginning of 2019 is expected to see the first production of conflict-free tin concentrate at Alphamin Bisie Tin Mine. Phila Mzamo looks at the stakeholders’ journey thus far.
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Holistic service excellence
In a challenging economic climate, companies with effective, inspirational leaders are favourably positioned to weather the storm. Under managing director Thierry Pimi, Cummins SA has placed an...
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Unlocking mineral wealth in Mauritania
Straddling the Arab Maghreb and western sub-Saharan Africa, Mauritania’s massive mineral resource wealth makes it an attractive prospect for resource investors. The country is an established producer...
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Anglo American’s sustainability strategy
Anglo American recently launched its Sustainability Strategy, outlining an innovative approach to three major areas of sustainability – the environment, community development, and driving greater trust...
View ArticleSishen – A flagship game changer
Kumba Iron Ore’s Sishen mine is an open-pit iron ore mine, 14 km in length, producing a leading-quality lump ore and a premium fine ore. The company now intends to extend the life cycle of the...
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Belfast mine set to break new ground
South Africa’s largest coal producer and black-empowered mning group Exxarro has broken ground on a R3.3 billion, first of its kind digital mine. Read more here
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Not all iron ore is created equal
Themba Mkhwanazi was appointed CEO of Kumba Iron Ore in September 2016, at a time of adversity and significant change for the business. Fast forward almost two years, and Kumba profits have soared...
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Damang’s reinvestment plan
The Damang Gold mine in Ghana is being given a second life with the reinvestment plan announced by Gold Fields in October 2016 to extend the life of mine by eight years, which will result in a 72%...
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The age of diamonds
While Alexkor’s roots were planted almost 90 years ago in Alexander Bay in the Northern Cape, the area’s diamonds have their own fascinating, 100-million-year history. Read more.
View ArticleClik here to view.
The world is changing
Russian mining company Norilsk Nickel (Nornickel) entered the African market 10 years ago, in the halcyon days of soaring nickel prices. CEO Michael Marriott reflects on how far the company has come....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Conflict-free tin for the DRC
The beginning of 2019 is expected to see the first production of conflict-free tin concentrate at Alphamin Bisie Tin Mine. Phila Mzamo looks at the stakeholders’ journey thus far.
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