African mining news

High-grade intersections at Eleonore North and South continue to define and extend mineralisation.

“Over 850 local and international exhibitors will be showcasing their latest innovations at this year’s Electra Mining Africa.”

Minergy Limited is granted a mining license for opencast coal mining by the Botswana government.

Wärtsilä has secured replacement operations of De Beers’ diamond mining vessel, the Debmar Pacific.

The contract has a 30 month term, with an option of a 12 month extension, to supply all underground mining services for the Zone 55 and Bagassi South underground mines.

On 17 August, the Minerals Council launched the National Day of Safety & Health in Mining 2018 campaign as part of its recommitment to the shared goal of zero harm.

Perseus Mining Ltd provides an update on its recent exploration activities at its Sissingué and Yaouré properties on the Ivory Coast, with a key highlight being the identification of potential to increase mineral resources at Yaouré.

Statistics indicate that women representation across the mining industry has improved over the past 15 years to 12%, while their retention in the industry means attitudes towards women are improving.

The Manono lithium project in the Democratic Republic of Congo is estimated to contain 4.25 million t of lithium oxide, 219 000 t of tin as cassiterite and 11 200 t of tantalite.

The Minerals Council South Africa is to launch a national campaign in August promoting Safety & Health Days in Mining 2018.