Africa

Showcasing exclusive features, interviews, and expert opinion from the Mining Industry across Africa.

Latest Africa Corporate Stories

EPC Groupe (Africa) : Having a Blast

Frontrunners in drilling and blasting services, the African division of EPC Groupe has consolidated the continent as an integral part of the global mining industry. Wilfred Latte, Regional Head of Business Development, tells us more.

By Joshua Mann Lucy Pilgrim

De Beers Venetia Underground Project : Milestone Delivery

Kobus Van den Berg, General Manager of Underground Production, updates us on the latest progress of De Beers’ Venetia Underground Project during the past year and details the landmark delivery of first production

Komatsu : Sustainable Solutions Informed by Innovation

Hermann Hollhumer, General Manager – Mining Operations South Africa at Komatsu, discusses creating value through technology and manufacturing innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, business, and planet thrive together.

By Joshua Mann Jack Salter

Burkina Faso Chamber of Mines : Spotlight

Since the 2000s, Burkina Faso has been experiencing a mining boom. However, despite being in the midst of a modern gold rush, the country has undergone security challenges over the past two years with a significant impact on the mining industry.

By Deane Anderton Jack Salter

Ritluka : Discovering Beyond the Earth’s Crust

As its business grows, so does the commitment of Ritluka to ensuring safety, meeting production targets, and performing at top operational capacity. We explore the company’s offering of mining, construction, and trading services in South Africa and beyond.

By Joshua Mann Ed Budds

Letšeng Diamonds : A Cut Above

Characterised by its geographical position high in the Maluti Mountains of Lesotho, Letšeng Diamonds is known for its exceptional recoveries. We dig deep with CEO, Motooane Thinyane to find out more about its mining operations.

By Joshua Mann Rachel Carr

Ndalamo Resources : Growing a Small Seed into Sustainable Roots

We speak to Shammy Luvhengo, CEO of Ndalamo Resources, as he reflects upon the company’s environmental goals for coal production.

By Joshua Mann Rachel Carr

Minergy Coal : Pioneering the Botswana Coal Industry

CEO, Morné du Plessis, tells us why Minergy Coal is pioneering the southern African mining industry, putting Botswanan coal on the map.

By Joshua Mann Lucy Pilgrim

Botswana Diamond Manufacturers Association (BDMA) : Spotlight

Botswanan soil, very rich in diamonds, has secured its financial future with De Beers to improve the country’s living standards.

By Joseph Perfitt Rachel Carr

Nacala Logistics : Laying the Tracks of the Cargo Corridor

Abhay Mishra, CEO of Nacala Logistics, introduces the mega-enterprise connecting almost 1,000 kilometres of railway across Southern Africa.

Africa Day and the AfCFTA: Trailblazing Sustainable Mining

This Africa Day, Devan Reddy shines a light on the urgent need for sustainable power solutions within the African mining landscape.

By Lucy Pilgrim

Howden Africa : Pioneering Engineering in Underground Environments

As Howden Africa offers high-end ventilation solutions to the mining sector, we discover more about the company’s evolutionary leap forward in engineering equipment with Managing Director Kudzai Nyangoni.

By Joshua Mann Rachel Carr