South Africa Mining Industry Newswire

 South African activists and lawyers pursue legal batlle

 Article originally published on GroundUp by John Yeld Six South African activists and public interest lawyers have filed revised papers in their marathon legal battle against a collective R14.25-million “SLAPP” defamation suit. This comes in the light of …

ANC believes South Africa will be crime-free by 2030, sparking doubts online: “It is a joke!”

The African National Congress (ANC) believes that South Africa will be free of any crime by the year 2030 During the ruling party’s Lekgotla, various actions aimed at tackling crime and creating a safe environment were highlighted Meanwhile, Action Society …

S.Africa's Seriti to build wind farm to power its coal mines

Feb 2 (Reuters) - South African miner Seriti Resources, a top thermal coal supplier to struggling state power utility Eskom, is investing in wind power in the latest move by industry to wean itself off a national grid plagued by power cuts. Seriti on …

Coal communities fear South Africa’s clean energy transition

Almost 80% of the more than 80,000 residents working in Ermelo are employed by Eskom and Transnet, the state-owned energy and transport companies Coal is a booming business among communities living in or near Ermelo, the commercial hub of Gert Sibande …

Seriti to build S. Africa’s largest wind farm to power coal mines

Construction of the wind farm will take about two years and it is expected to generate about 75% of the electricity Seriti needs to run its coal mines in South Africa. The energy produced at the plant is also slated to be cheaper — as much as 40% less …

South Africa’s blackouts hurt the economy in unexpected ways

“We slaughter chickens 24 hours a day,” says Izaak Breitenbach of the South African Poultry Association (SAPA), an industry body. At least that is the plan. Normally 4m birds are sent to abattoirs every day. But power cuts implemented by Eskom, the state- …

South Africa records first-ever fatality-free January and calendar month

The South African mining industry recorded its first fatality – free January – and full calendar month without a death – as safety initiatives adopted and implemented by the Minerals Council South Africa, its members and stakeholders gain traction towards …

Thakadu, Mertech Marine form JV to recycle, beneficiate copper in South Africa

Beneficiation and trading company Thakadu Resources and seabed telecommunication cables recovery and recycling company Mertech Marine have agreed to form a joint venture (JV) to beneficiate copper recycled from subsea telecommunication cables and to …

On This Day: Nearly 1,000 rescued from South African gold mine

Africa must reverse the mining resource curse

Last month, the South African delegation at the World Economic Forum affirmed that the country is ready to partner with the local and global community to boost investment opportunities that will yield economic development. But the country faces a worsening …

Ramaphosa to deliver keynote address at Mining Indaba

JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed his attendance at the Mining Indaba taking place in Cape Town next week, from Monday to Thursday. Ramaphosa, accompanied by eight ministers and three deputy ministers, …

Six of the 21 Stilfontein alleged illegal miners to apply for bail in February

The Stilfontein magistrate’s court on Thursday postponed the case against 21 suspected illegal miners to February 15 for bail applications and further investigations. Twenty of the suspects were arrested by the Hawks at a mineshaft in Stilfontein, North …

Industrial cybersecurity challenge in Africa for 2023: defences in energy and mining need to be strengthened

  While traditional cybersecurity solutions focus on data-oriented businesses, ICS protection is geared towards OT security where it is all about cyber-physical companies     Throughout 2022  40% of industrial control system (ICS) computers globally were …

Safety in Mining

Safety remains a priority within the mining sector. Statistics show an 18 per cent improvement in total fatalities in South Africa's mining industry. Will safety performance trend continue in 2023? A panel of experts discusses the health and safety of …

South Africa: Police Question Witnesses In Deadly KwaZulu-Natal Hostel Attack - South African News Briefs - February 2, ...

 Updated as at 17h58 SAST Police Question Witnesses In KwaZulu-Natal Hostel Killings Police in KwaZulu-Natal are questioning witnesses after the February 1 shooting at a hostel in KwaMashu claimed the lives of four people, Eye Witness News reports. At …

South Africa: Higher Grades Boost Q2 Production-Harmony

Harmony Gold (HARJ.J) said on Wednesday improved metal grades at its underground mines during the second quarter helped it meet production targets and offset the impact of ongoing power cuts in South Africa and global supply chain disruptions. The South …

Angola: From rough diamond to mining giant?

International investment in Angola’s mining sector has historically been limited relative to oil and gas, with capital deterred by accusations of grand corruption under former president José Eduardo dos Santos. However, the election of reformist president …

Latest IFC roadmap plots the path to net-zero mining of green minerals

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) recently launched the Net-Zero Roadmap for Copper and Nickel Mining Value Chains, a new solutions guide aimed at decarbonising the mining of critical minerals. Copper and nickel are key components of green energy …

England beat South Africa in third ODI after defending mammoth 347 – live reaction

Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this feature South Africa’s captain Temba Bavuma speaks We’re very happy with the series win. We came in under a lot of pressure, because of the points we needed for the World Cup, and I think …

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Mesothelioma Options Help Center of Nevada - The Steinberg Law Group - Mesothelioma & Asbestos Lung Cancer Lawyers - Call Toll Free (888) 891-2200 LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA, February 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our Mesothelioma Options Help …

ZE PowerGroup Is Set To Host The 3RD Virtual Global Tech Summit 2023

Featuring a Great Line-Up of Industry Experts to Share the Latest Views, Insights, Trends, and Outlooks for the Energy and Commodities Markets. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA , February 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ZE PowerGroup Inc. (ZE), …

Entytle passes $350B in Industrial Assets Under Management on its Installed Base Platform

Entytle has a banner 2022 year - delivering innovations and value to customers while bringing $350B Assets Under Management AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, February 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Entytle is night and day different from when we first …

Sandfire Resources America Announces Change of Auditor

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, Mont., Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sandfire Resources America Inc. ("Sandfire America" or the "Company") announces that is has changed its auditor from Ernst & Young LLP, Chartered Professional …

Rugby Announces appointment of Chief Technical Officer and Director Resignation

Vancouver, B.C., Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rugby Resources Ltd. (“Rugby” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: RUG) announces that Mr. Paul Joyce, a director and Chief Operating Officer of the Company, has also been appointed as Chief Technical Officer and …

Teck Announces Completion of Sale of Fort Hills Interests

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) announced today that it has completed the sale of its 21.3% interest in the Fort Hills Energy Limited Partnership (“Fort …

Discovery Silver Graduated to TSX

TORONTO, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Discovery Silver Corp. (DSV-TSX, DSVSF-OTCQX) (“Discovery” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its shares will be listed and commence trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange at the opening on Friday, …

Candente Copper Announces Closing of Private Placement With Fortescue Metals

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Candente Copper Corp. (TSX:DNT, BVL:DNT) (“Candente Copper” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has closed the previously announced private placement (the “Private Placement”) with …

GOLD LION ACQUIRES OPTION TO MIA LI-3 LITHIUM PROJECT IN THE JAMES BAY REGION OF QUEBEC

Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gold Lion Resources Inc. (“Gold Lion” or the “Company”) (CSE: GL) (OTC: GLIOF) (FWB: 2BC) announces that it has acquired the rights to a property option agreement (the “Option Agreement”) dated …

Speed of Air Develops Breakthrough Piston Technology

Optimizing Internal Combustion to Improve Fuel Efficiency, Reduce Emissions and Increase Power for Medium-Duty Diesel Engines. RENO, NEVADA, UNITED STATES, February 1, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Speed of Air® (SoA) Engine Technologies has …

Hudbay to Host Conference Call for Fourth Quarter 2022 Results

TORONTO, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudbay Minerals Inc. (“Hudbay” or the “company”) (TSX, NYSE: HBM) senior management will host a conference call on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the company’s fourth quarter 2022 results and …

Reyna Silver Announces Upsize to Previously Announced Bought Deal Financing

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia and HONG KONG, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reyna Silver Corp. (TSXV: RSLV; OTCQB: RSNVF; FRA: 4ZC) (“Reyna” or the " …

LithiumBank to Develop Boardwalk and Park Place Lithium Brine Projects After Successful Acquisition Campaign

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LithiumBank Resources Corp. (TSX-V: LBNK) (OTCQX: LBNKF) (“LithiumBank” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide a corporate update and outline key milestones for 2023. In 2022, LithiumBank successfully …

Allied Copper Announces Termination of Klondike Option Agreement

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allied Copper Corp. (TSX-V: CPR, OTCQB: CPRRF) (the “Company” or “Allied”) announced today that it has terminated its option to acquire a 100% interest in the Klondike Property, …

Imperial Mining Files for US and Canadian Patents for Its Scandium and Rare Earth Metallurgical Extraction Process

MONTREAL, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Imperial Mining Group Ltd. ("Imperial") (TSX VENTURE: IPG) (OTCQB: IMPNF) is pleased to announce the filling of patent applications for its two-stage hydrometallurgical methods and processes for the …

OROCO DRILLS 187.9 M OF 0.58% CU EQUIVALENT AT SANTO TOMAS

Vancouver, Canada, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oroco Resource Corp. (TSX-V: OCO, OTC: ORRCF) (“Oroco” or “the Company”) announces assay results from drill holes S004 through S018 (8,547 m of drilling) of its South Zone drilling program at its Santo …

A-Mark Precious Metals Subsidiary, Collateral Finance Corporation, Announces Agreement with Certified Collectibles Group

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A-Mark Precious Metals, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMRK) (A-Mark), a leading fully integrated precious metals platform, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Collateral Finance Corporation (“CFC”), has …

Mosaic Acquires 5,650 Hectares in the East Extension of Patriot Battery Metals Corvette Lithium Project

MONTREAL, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mosaic Minerals Corporation (CSE: MOC) (“Mosaic” or “The Company”) announces the acquisition of 110 mining claims adjacent to the eastern edge of Patriot Battery Metals Corvette, located in James Bay, Quebec. …

Mosaic acquiert 5,650 hectares dans l’extension est du projet lithium Corvette de Patriot Battery Metals

MONTRÉAL, 02 févr. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mosaic Minerals Corporation (CSE: MOC) (« Mosaic » ou « La Société ») annonce l’acquisition de 110 claims miniers adjacents à la bordure Est de la propriété Corvette de Patriot Battery Metals, localisée à la Baie …

Pan American Energy Approved to Increase Phase 1 Drill Program to 22 Lithium Prospecting Core Holes

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pan American Energy Corp. (the “Company” or “Pan American”) (CSE: PNRG) (OTC PINK: PAANF) (FRA: SS6) is pleased to announce the Company has received approval to the previously submitted Notice of …