Features
In-depth features exploring critical mining topics—from sustainability and community impact to evolving strategies in the industry.
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Multotec encourages broader support for skills development in metallurgy and related fields
The South African mining and minerals sector relies heavily on skilled engineers, geologists, metallurgists and technical staff to operate efficiently,…
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Mining and AI go hand in hand
Mining is where the world’s heftiest problems meet the world’s heaviest machines and that means it has always been at…
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GISTM drive multidisciplinary focus to boost tailings safety
It is five years since the launch of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) to improve the safety…
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BME Metallurgy drives green chemistry for sustainable mining
Environmentally responsible chemical practices demand an integrated approach from mines, across the mining value chain, with hydrometallurgy included, according to…
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The good and bad of SA Mining Performance
Two recently published reports – #MiningMatter2025 released by the Minerals Council South Africa and the Department of Mineral Resources and…
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IZA Africa urges wider use of zinc to protect SA’s ageing infrastructure
The International Zinc Association (IZA) has urged South Africa’s public and private sectors to accelerate the use of zinc-based corrosion…
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SA mining sector spent more than R5bn on employee development
Mining companies are investing heavily in training their employees as well as community members, particularly the youth, contributing more than…
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Greg Field new CEO of Deep Yellow
Former Rio Tinto executive, Greg Field, will from 1 May 2026 assume the role of Managing Director and Chief Executive…
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Anti-wear additives are the metal guardians in your oil
Specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck, keeps adding to the discussion about oil additives – the latest topic is anti-wear additives.…
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Becker Mining launches Smartflow® platform for integrated digital mine management
Becker Mining South Africa has launched Smartflow®, an agnostic integrated software platform that connects hardware systems, communication networks and operational…
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