African mining news
MC Mining: Recommencement of coal production and lockdown update
MC Mining Ltd has provided a market update with regards to the impact on the company of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Mining industry preparedness for continuing phase up of operations
The Minerals Council South Africa is able to note the partial resumption of mining activities since the amendment of the 16 April Disaster Management Act regulations.
Low CAPEX mine access at Khemisset
Emmerson has finalised the Feasibility Study components for the mine access design and costing for its Khemisset Potash Project in Northern Morocco.
Maptek South Africa training made to measure for global teammates
Earlier in 2020 representatives from Maptek South Africa, Europe, the UK and Russia undertook an extensive mine measurement training course in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Glencore update on COVID-19
Glencore continues to engage with the relevant authorities, unions and other stakeholders regarding the steps being taken to minimise the impact of COVID-19 on its operations.
Case study: Torque Africa exploration drilling, South Africa
Between 10 - 15 February 2020, work began on setting up a site for exploration drilling at a remote greenfield site in the Northern Cape province of South Africa.
RCT automates mine fleet in Burkina Faso
RCT has supplied an automated mine fleet to the Siou underground gold mine in Burkina Faso.
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.