To posit that the Nigerian oil revenue is no longer self-sustaining is to sing an old song, just as is the need for further diversification of the economy. While agriculture remains a pivotal sector in this regard and continues to contribute hugely towards the nation’s Gross Domestic Product, GDP, the solid minerals sector continues to
By Conrad Onyango One of the copper industry’s most influential players has called the moment an “inflection point” for the metal, as Africa sees a surge of investment and renewed interest in copper mining and processing. High global copper prices and rising demand are reigniting investment in exploration in Africa’s copper hotspots, with the DRC and
Arcelormittal South Africa is conducting feasibility studies on two potential renewable energy projects, it said on Wednesday, seeking to reduce its dependence on electricity supply from the stretched national grid. The two 100 megawatt (MW) renewable energy plants are planned for Gauteng and the Western Cape provinces and are intended to supply existing facilities within the
China’s Zijin Mining Group is hoping to tap into the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) lithium deposits by launching an exploration project in a partnership with state-owned firm La Congolaise d’Exploitation Minière (Cominiere). The joint venture, called Katamba Mining, has already secured mining rights to two greenfield exploration and mining projects at the periphery of the
Mines are getting deeper with every year that passes – 30 m deeper, if industry reports are correct. With increased depth, comes increased ventilation and cooling needs, a fact Howden knows well from its experience of working with the deepest mines in South Africa. Originally founded in 1854 by James Howden in Scotland as a
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