Features
In-depth features exploring critical mining topics—from sustainability and community impact to evolving strategies in the industry.
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Emergence of green hydrogen provides boost for Africa’s mining sector
Currently, global production of low-carbon hydrogen is minimal, its cost is not yet competitive, and its use in promising sectors…
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The future for sustainable mining in Africa lies in circular thinking
Mining and the circular economy are not phrases that traditionally fit in the same sentence but in a decarbonised world…
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Opportunity for Africa to fill the commodity gap
Forecasts suggest that the global economy is facing a ‘commodity gap’ in the near future as the demand for battery…
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Crushing performance starts with aligned priorities
Under the pressure of demanding timelines and production targets, operations staff on a crushing site will always want the best…
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Time to get smart about saving fuel
With diesel prices at an all-time high and the prospects of relief dwindling as the Ukrainian war crises drags on,…
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Mines’ move to lower carbon future is complex
Mining companies are taking a leading role in rolling out renewable energy generation in South Africa; this positive contribution –…
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Quarries move with technology as better times beckon
A positive tone at the recent Institute of Quarrying Southern Africa (IQSA) conference is giving hope that the region’s economy…
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Prioritise the people aspect in PDS installations, urges Booyco
As the implementation of proximity detection systems (PDS) takes centre stage at surface mining operations ahead of the yet-to-be-announced compliance…
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Why EPCMS gain from considering transfer points early
The mining sector relies increasingly on Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) firms for new builds and expansions – allowing…
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Equipment supplier is moving with the times
ELB Equipment is taking a hands-on approach to solve rapidly evolving needs of customers in the mining and construction industries…
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