In South Africa’s mining sector, the legacy of distrust between leadership and labour runs deep. It’s shaped by a long and painful history – one that still echoes today in […]
Read MoreThe Value of battery energy storage (BESS) in the future energy grid
Is what happened to Blue Nova reflective of South Africa’s BESS market? Rob Futter, Director at Cresco Group, points to Reunert’s financial results of 26 May 2025, which noted the […]
Read MoreDRC Mining Week 2025: A vision for sustainable growth
The 2025 edition of DRC Mining Week, held in Lubumbashi from June 11 to 13, marked a significant milestone in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) mining sector. Celebrating its […]
Read MoreAECI Mining Chemicals calls for a sustainable, localised future for DRC Mining
The future of mining in the DRC will not be flown in. It will be built here, with the people, partners, and businesses of this country. That was the resounding […]
Read MoreYet another season of uncertainty: Will mining ever get it right?
The mining industry is in a recession. This industry we so love is on its knees and requires urgent resuscitation. But how did we get here? Why have things deteriorated […]
Read MoreMining needs youth: Youth need jobs
In South Africa, June is recognised as Youth Month, a time to celebrate young people and reflect on the challenges they face. One of the most pressing issues facing young […]
Read MoreGreen hydrogen and automation are reshaping mining, but people drive change
Advancements in the mining sector has led to machinery becoming more powerful and technologies becoming smarter, resulting in improved safety and efficiency in the industry. Now, green hydrogen and automation are […]
Read MoreMining in decline: Is South Africa’s economy at risk?
Is the decline in South Africa’s mining employment just a matter of shifting numbers, or is it a grave warning to our economy? Once a cornerstone of the nation’s economic […]
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