Ulla Setswalo

NWU, PRISMA gears up mining education

By : Tshepo Donald A new partnership between NWU Enterprises and PRISMA Training Solutions, is set to reshape mining education in Southern Africa. This collaboration connects practical vocational training with academic progression to address critical skills needs in the country’s mining sector. The two institutions have committed to a coordinated …

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Leading the way to the all-electric mine

Decarbonising the mining sector requires more than just new technology; it demands a structured methodology, collaborative partnerships, backed by an integrated suite of technology solutions. ABB eMine™ provides a strong portfolio of Electrification and Automation solutions, consulting, partnerships and technology applications to support Mining operations to accelerate achieving their goals …

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NexMetals Secures Potential US Funding for Botswana Metals Projects

NexMetals Mining, a Vancouver-based exploration company, has received a letter of interest from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Exim) for up to $150 million in potential financing. The funding is earmarked for the redevelopment of two critical metals assets in Botswana, a move that could restart production at …

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Revolutionizing Pipeline Technology with HTPS and SLUR-e-JOIN™

HTPS PTY (Ltd) is a specialized, Manufacturing and Engineering solutions business that focuses on supplying world leading solutions for hydro transport that is locally designed, built and supported. The manufacturing of new HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) lined spools, ranging up to 18-meter lengths and sizes varying from 100mm (114mm OD) to …

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Anglo Eyes De Beers Exit as Diamond Market Begins to Stabilise

Anglo American is pushing ahead with plans to divest its stake in De Beers, despite growing confidence in the diamond giant’s potential to rebound strongly as global markets recover. The diversified mining group has confirmed that two exit options are being pursued, a preferred trade sale and alternatively, an initial …

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The lube kitchen part 6: dispersant additives – the crowd-controller in engine oil

As part of the ongoing discussion around different oil additives with condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, this time, the focus is on how dispersant additives function and why they make great crowd-controllers at social events.   What are they? Polymeric alkylthiophosphonates and alkylsuccinimides, organic complexes containing nitrogen compounds.   What …

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Batteries, AI and Hydrogen Drive Energy’s Future

The energy landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, led by advances in batteries, artificial intelligence (AI) and hydrogen. Together, these technologies are powering everything from electric vehicles to industrial systems. IDTechEx’s portfolios of Batteries & Energy Storage and Electric Vehicles research reports cover the latest developments. According to the reports, …

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Botswana Flexes Muscle: A Diamond Dynasty on the Brink

By : Kevin Dube Botswana is making an audacious play to seize control of De Beers, sending ripples through the global diamond industry as mining giant Anglo American prepares to divest from the historic gem producer. The southern African nation, already the wellspring of 70% of De Beers’ diamonds, is …

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KSB SupremeServ Academy Trains Future Pump Experts

KSB Pumps and Valves is investing in the future of industrial service excellence through its dedicated training hub, the SupremeServ Academy. Based at the company’s Jet Park facility, the academy was established to address the growing need for specialised skills across KSB’s service value chain and to support its expansive …

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Diamond Dreams on Shaky Ground: Botswana’s Economy Faces Mounting Risk

Botswana, a nation whose glittering fortunes have long been synonymous with diamonds, is facing a stark warning that the very bedrock of its prosperity could become its Achilles’ heel. The country’s Financial Stability Council (FSC) has issued a fresh and urgent alert, painting a worrying picture of an economy increasingly …

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