Investigation underway into employee’s sudden death
Authorities are examining circumstances surrounding a work site fatality. Investigators want to know exactly how a Hiab truck became energised and killed the operator. First...
Safety and security
Explore the latest trends and solutions in safety and security for the global mining industry. Stay informed on innovations, best practices, and strategies to protect workers and assets in the mining sector.
Acknowledging harms of the past will help build a better mining industry in South Africa
by Wayne
No one can deny the massive impact the mining industry has on our economy: while there are numerous ways to measure this, according to Statista,...
How Africa can unlock $24bn from transition minerals
by Wayne
Africa could gain $24bn in revenues and 2.3 million jobs if it introduces manufacturing and trade policies to extract more value from its transition minerals,...
Rebooting Nigeria’s dormant mining industry
by Wayne
From industrial metals to precious stones, columbite to tantalite and limestone to zinc, Nigeria is replete with untapped mining resources. Dele Alake, the country’s minister...
Ghana targets massive increase in gold production
by Wayne
GHANA will commission its first large-scale greenfield mine in more than a decade in November, with expected annual production of more than 350,000 ounces. Martin Ayisi,...
Coal mines face suspension if they ‘doze off’ on safety
by Wayne
Fossil fuel production could face temporarily stoppages due to a new crackdown against substandard barriers. Authorities recently warned coal mines they could face suspension if...
How Congo wields huge power over the global battery industry
by Wayne
The mineral-rich Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is often portrayed as a victim of exploitation by China, the US and Europe in their competition for its...
Vedanta pays $246m to reclaim control of Konkola Copper Mines in Zambia
by Wayne
UK-based mining company Vedanta Resources said that it has paid $245.75m to the Zambian government for regaining control of the Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) in...
2024 marks a pivotal year for Zambia’s mining sector
by Wayne
Zambia has witnessed significant developments in the nation’s mining sector, driven by a confluence of factors: rising global demand for critical minerals, significant new discoveries,...
Resources multinational mourns fatalities, celebrates ‘record production’
by Wayne
A mining giant declared the 2023 financial year a success despite multiple workplace deaths. BHP recently celebrated “record production” of 253 million tonnes (Mt) due...