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Organisers of the annual mining Electra Mining Africa are optimistic the event will offer participants an opportunity to discover new tools, and gain insights that can propel business forward. Slated for next month in South Africa, the annual mining platform promises to connect top-tier exhibitors and experts in the industry. …

Wits Mining Institute (WMI) will next week host a seminar on critical minerals and technology. Slated for to be held at Wits University on 29 and 30 August 2024, the will focus on 21st century mining technology and a WMI exhibition. The seminar is expected to attract line-up from industry …

The discovery of a staggering 2,492 carat diamond has been announced by Lucara Diamond Corp at its renowned Karowe Diamond Mine. This exceptional gem, one of the largest rough diamonds ever found, was unearthed through the Company’s pioneering Mega Diamond Recovery (MDR) X-ray Transmission (XRT) technology. This innovative system, introduced …

Botswana Diamonds (BOD) is betting big on artificial intelligence (AI) to crack open the secrets of its vast mineral-rich territory. The AIM-listed company has embarked on an ambitious project to explore its 95,000 square-kilometre database using cutting-edge AI technology. With a treasure trove of data at its fingertips, including 375,000km …

The search is on for the world’s top forklift driver, with entries now open for the prestigious Forklift Driver of the Year competition. The thrilling showdown will take place at the Electra Mining Africa exhibition in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 2 to 6 September 2024. Organised by Lifting Africa and LEEASA …

SKF Group, a global leader in the bearing industry, recently made a significant impact on aspiring engineers at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) by participating in the institution’s esteemed Student Career Open Day. The event, organized by the SaiMechE (South African Institution of Mechanical Engineering) student chapter, provided a platform …

Botswana, the sparkling crown jewel of Africa’s diamond trade, is set to rewrite its mining laws, demanding a bigger piece of the pie for locals. The landlocked nation, which boasts the world’s richest diamond deposits, is flexing its muscles. A draft bill, hot off the press, proposes forcing mining giants …

Adjustable chocks from SKF will play an important role in the world’s largest visible/near-infrared telescope, the ELT, which is currently under construction in Chile An unsung product from SKF’s catalogue – the adjustable chock – has played a key role in the construction of a huge telescope. The European Southern …

While many African countries benefit from mining’s growth, there remain concerns about communities adjacent to mines facing risks to their groundwater or surface water supply and resources – casting a spotlight on mines’ water stewardship responsibilities. “Africa’s world-class copper belt, for instance, holds great potential for the future, and mining …

Comtest, the representative of Franklin Electric—Grid Solutions has announced that their INCON™ Distribution Transformer Monitor (DTM) has been updated to include new transformer life prediction functionality, enabling service and maintenance forecasting. The enhancement leverages predictive algorithms to estimate the remaining lifespan of transformers to streamline operations. Additionally, the DTM now …