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Women as Architects of Africa’s Mining Future

The future of Africa’s mining industry will be shaped not only by the minerals beneath the continent’s soil but by who has the opportunity to build, lead and benefit from the industry above it. That message is emerging strongly from the 8th annual Women in Mining Conference (WIMCON) 2026, running …

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Kihabe copper project’s field work commence

Talonx Resources has commenced fieldwork at its Kihabe Project in the north-west, with initial soil sampling, mapping and targeted rock-chip sampling focused on the Gossan area. According to the company, the program advances the exploration strategy outlined under the blueprint: ‘Copper and Base-Metal Discovery Potential in Botswana. Under the planned …

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When maintenance-system compliance starts replacing plant reliability

Asset reliability and condition monitoring form a major part of WearCheck’s business. Through its Asset Reliability Care (ARC) division, WearCheck provides a broad range of specialist condition monitoring, diagnostic and asset reliability services across industries and throughout Africa. These capabilities include vibration analysis, thermography, online remote monitoring and diagnostics, alignment …

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BME advances mine safety through practical operator training

Recognising that technology alone cannot deliver safer, more productive underground mining operations, BME, an Omnia Holdings company, has developed its Portable Training Unit to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application. The realistic, hands-on training platform enables mining companies to build workforce competency, improve safety, protect production assets …

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Electrostatic Spark Discharge: When Static Strikes Back

When Good Oils Go Bad Part 6 By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck Electrostatic spark discharge plays a significant role in compromising oil condition. It is the focus of the next article in WearCheck’s “When Good Oils Go Bad” series. Static electricity is one of those little annoyances we usually …

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