African mining news
MCSA to support modernisation in mining
The Minerals Council South Africa has congratulated the chosen finalists of the Isidingo Drill Design Challenge.
Minister Mantashe, MCSA and industry CEOs meet to discuss mining sector
The meeting focused on solutions to various challenges, with an eye to improving the competitiveness, growth and transformation of the mining sector.
Weir pump used in Mauritania copper mine for past 12 years
Weir Minerals’ Warman AH pump is still going strong in Mauritania after 12 years of operation.
PwC releases report on performance of South Africa’s mining industry
The report concludes that the 2018 financial year was ‘challenging’ for the industry.
Avocet reports financial and operational results for 1H18
Avocet Mining PLC has shared its unaudited financial and operational results for the first half of 2018, with a key highlight being the continued pursuit for the refinancing and restructuring of the Group, which still carries a significant debt burden.
High-grade copper discovered in Ivanhoe’s Western Foreland region
Ivanhoe Mines reports the discovery of high-grade copper on its Western Foreland licenses in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Drilling at Fetekro greenfield property yields “encouraging” results
Endeavour Mining’s drilling programme at its Fetekro Greenfield exploration property yields positive results.
MCSA acknowledges publication of the mining charter
The Minerals Council South Africa will study the document and consult with members about the mining charter.
Kibo one step closer to a Special Mining License for Mbeya coal mine
Kibo Energy PLC’s Mbeya coal mine has been recommended by the Mining Commission of Tanzania for a Special Mining Licence.
Warman pump in continuous operation for 30 years
The Warman® Type P pump first began its operational life at BP Gypsum’s Maskam mine, before serving the Afmine gypsum plant as a return water pump application for the past 22 years.