African mining news
Siemens’ automation equipment and industrial networks embraced in Africa
There is an opportunity, especially in Africa, to embrace new and exponential technologies combined with human talent to accelerate industrialisation and drive economic growth.
Salma Vein System drilling results show high grade ounces
Algold has reported high grade results at the Salma Vein System, further corroborating continuous mineralisation over 10 km.
Chamber of Mines supports Moody’s South African finance decision
The Chamber of Mines has welcomed the decision by Moody’s to maintain South Africa’s debt ratings, as well as the revised outlook to ‘stable’ for the country’s local economy.
Transition to contract mining underway at Tarkwa gold mine
Gold Fields Ghana Ltd commences transition from owner mining to contract mining at its Tarkwa gold mine in Ghana.
FLSmidth finalises acquisition of remaining part of Sandvik Mining Systems
"With the completion of the South African assets we have added references, local expertise and improved ability to deliver complete solutions to our Sub-Saharan customers. We welcome our new colleagues and customers to FLSmidth."
Thor Explorations commences drilling at Douta project
The company expects to announce the results of the project in Senegal in April and May this year.
Great Quest Fertilizer releases results from Tilemsi phosphate project
The company has delineated an inferred resource of 50 million t grading 24.8% P2O5.
Chamber of Mines welcomes the appointment of new Minister of Mineral Resources
The Chamber of Mines of South Africa responds to Cabinet appointments made by President Ramaphosa and welcomes the appointment of the new Minister of Mineral Resources.
Ity mine on-course to begin production by mid-2019
Endeavour Mining’s upgrade to Ity is nearly 50% complete, with the company hoping it will extend the mine’s life by 14 years.
Stellar Diamonds begins FEED study for Tongo-Tonguma project
A team of five consultants from contractors Paradigm Project Management Pty Ltd and SRK Consulting have arrived at the project in Sierra Leone.