Features
In-depth features exploring critical mining topics—from sustainability and community impact to evolving strategies in the industry.
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The Energy Trilemma: A framework for Africa’s energy future
By Edith Kikonyogo, Managing Director, Aggreko Africa Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its energy journey. The continent’s rapid…
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AES: Steaming ahead with boiler skills development
Expert steam and boiler operations and maintenance service provider AES is very focused on safety, quality, technology advancement and the…
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Africa is early adopter of rail-running conveyors from FLS
An African mine will be among the first adopters of the innovative Rail-Running Conveyor (RRC) technology, commercialised by full flowsheet…
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Riski business – workplace safety is a universal responsibility, not just in high-risk industries
By Jared Kangisser CEO at KBC Health & Safety Many people think that Operational Risk Management (ORM) is only relevant…
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How we can rehabilitate legacy mines with proven approaches
Shameer Hareeparsad, Director: Geochemistry, WSP in Africa South Africa has a long and rich history of mining and has some…
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New market sectors and critical minerals to drive growth in African manufacturing
The African manufacturing sector is entering a new era of growth, driven by emerging market opportunities and the continent’s rich…
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African mining sectors poised to meet market demand more responsibly
The global demand for critical minerals is rising sharply as countries accelerate their energy transitions and industrialisation agendas. Africa, with…
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Earning potential in blue-collar jobs is no longer a secondary consideration but a key driver in career choices
By Zizile Lushaba-Nyawo, Human Capital and Skills Development Executive – SEIFSA Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa In…
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Temporary structures can play a strategic role to ensure business continuity during annual shutdowns
By Coenie Klopper, Branch Manager and Sarah Breedt, National Rentals and Sales Director at Waco Modular Annual shutdowns are critical…
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Ventilation at the core of metro tunneling
By Marle Hooman, Principal Ventilation Engineer at BBE Group Australasia As urbanization accelerates in South Africa, the demand for tunneling…
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