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After a remarkable seven-year tenure, Dennis Vietze, the Managing Director of Wacker Neuson South and Sub-Saharan Africa, is embarking on a new chapter. Effective October 1st, 2024, Vietze will take the helm of Wacker Neuson Australia & New Zealand. Vietze’s African odyssey began in June 2017, and since then, his …

Botswana’s once-booming mining industry is grappling with significant production slowdowns, according to a recent report by state-run Statistics Botswana. The Diamond Index, a key indicator of the sector’s health, fell 1.8% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2019, painting a concerning picture. While diamond production dipped slightly, the report attributes …

While the global diamond industry grapples with the fallout of sanctions on Russian stones, Botswana’s diamond sector is experiencing a remarkable surge. This southern African nation, the world’s second-largest diamond producer, is witnessing a confluence of positive developments that are solidifying its position as a key player in the market. …

Botswana heat can be a challenge for many industries, but IWC Industrial Water Cooling has developed a solution: Karowe Cool. This innovative cooling system is specifically designed to withstand the harsh African climate, ensuring efficient operation even in the hottest temperatures. “Our cooling tower casings are manufactured using a robust, …

In a move that echoes the company’s unwavering focus on environmental responsibility, Morupule Coal Mine (MCM) has unveiled its latest innovation: a P2.5 million Flocculation Plant. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant stride towards MCM’s commitment to environmental sustainability, aligning perfectly with the National Water Strategy and the company’s own …

In a move aimed at streamlining operations and boosting efficiency while supporting the development of Botswana’s diamond industry, De Beers Group has announced its decision to relocate the headquarters of De Beers Group Auctions from Singapore to Botswana. Building on the successful relocation of De Beers Global Sightholder Sales to …

Organisers of the annual Africa focused investment conference AFSIC- Investing in Africa expect over 1400 delegates, at C level or similar from both Africa and the rest of the world, to engage in the African investment ecosystem. With over US$6bn worth of deals and investment opportunities profiled on site last …

Etienne Bredell, recently appointed General Manager of Fluor’s South Africa office, brings more than 30 years of industry knowledge to his role. Having joined Fluor in 2008, Bredell is experienced in leading projects, managing global multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and driving business development across the African region. “I look forward to …

Botswana Diamonds, a leading diamond explorer, is on the cusp of a technological revolution. They’ve announced plans to leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to sift through their vast geological database, potentially leading to a treasure trove of new diamond discoveries. This unprecedented move marks a significant shift in …

With Africa holding 30 percent of the world’s mineral reserves, the industry is poised for further investment as operations scale across the continent, notably in Southern and central Africa. Bata Industrials South Africa, a South African-based safety shoe manufacturer, believes in the need to begin with the basics of a …