African mining news
Golden Star provides update on COVID-19 management controls
Golden Star Resources Ltd has further updated its response to the COVID-19 pandemic in respect to the implementation of management controls.
Lockdown in South Africa and suspension of coal production
MC Mining Ltd has announced a market update with regards to the impact on the company of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Metso evaluating potential closure of its operations in South Africa
Metso is initiating consultations to evaluate the potential closure or other alternatives for its operations in Vereeniging, South Africa.
TOMRA’s uses XRT sorting on lumpy chrome ore
TOMRA’S XRT sensor-based ore sorting is a technology in physical separation that has proved effective in mining operations for a variety of minerals, including chrome.
New headquarters affirm TOMRA Sorting Mining’s commitment to southern Africa
TOMRA has opened new regional headquarters in Johannesburg to strengthen its commitment to customers in southern Africa.
Mining license for Aton’s Abu Marawat Concession area approved
Aton Resources Inc. has announced the approval of a mining license at its Abu Marawat Concession area, Egypt.
Fura to acquire additional ruby licences in Mozambique
Fura Gems Inc. has announced that it has entered into a share purchase agreement and non-competition agreements with Gemrock Co. Ltd with which Fura Gems will acquire interests in three ruby mining licences/concessions.
Trigon Mining awarded new exclusive prospecting licence
Trigon Metals Inc. has announced that Trigon Mining (Namibia) Ltd, Trigon’s 80% owned subsidiary, has been awarded a new exclusive prospecting licence no. 7525 by the Ministry of Mines and Energy in Namibia.
Global survey conducted to better understand the priorities in the energy sector
Aggreko has recently conducted a global survey to better understand the priorities of decision makers in the energy sector.
Aramine and Epiroc announce partnership for the distribution of mine equipment
Aramine and Epiroc have joined forces for the distribution of equipment dedicated to underground mines and tunnels in France and several African countries.