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Three new members join global mining organisation

Published: 07 Jun 24

Global CEO-led mining and metals industry body the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) reported in March that it had welcomed three new association members, which “share ICMM’s vision for a safe, just and sustainable world enabled by responsible production of minerals and metals,” says ICMM CEO Rohitesh Dhawan. The new members include industry bodies the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM); the Federation of Chamber of Mines (EFEDCOM), which is a sub-regional chamber of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS); and the International Chromium Development Association (ICDA).

Two bars of gold balanced on top of each other

Gold’s continual rally

Published: 07 Jun 24

International gold industry trade association the World Gold Council’s (WGC’s) ‘Gold Demand Trends’ report for the first quarter of this year reveals that total global gold demand, inclusive of over-the-counter (OTC) purchases, was up 3% year on year (y/y) to 1 238 t, marking the strongest first-quarter performance since 2016. However, compared to the same period in 2023, gold demand, excluding OTC, fell 5% to 1 102 t.

UPCOMING UPGRADE
Kenmare's largest mining plant, WCP A, is slated for an upgrade and transition to the Nataka ore zone

Plant upgrade secures long-term operations

Published: 07 Jun 24

The upgrading and relocating of titanium and zircon producer Kenmare Resources’ wet concentrator plant A (WCP A), at its Moma titanium minerals mine, in Mozambique, is aimed at securing long-term production and sustainability, the miner tells Mining Weekly. Kenmare is planning a significant investment of up to $341-million – from 2024 to the end of 2027 – to make this possible.

Men and women sitting on a stage in a panel discussion at the 2023 London indaba

Bigger attendance expected

Published: 07 Jun 24

Following the inaugural London Indaba in 2023, event organiser Resources4Africa (R4A) says this year’s conference aims to garner more attention from investors and the global mining sector. Set to be held on June 25 and 26 at the InterContinental Park Lane Hotel, in London, this year’s event will be presented in the same trademark manner as the Joburg Indaba, in South Africa – already in its twelfth year – with encompassing, “open and frank” conversations that take a constructive approach to tackling important issues, highlights R4A.

LARA SMITH
Mozambique’s recent surge in mining activity is largely owing to the discovery of new natural resources

Mining sector shows significant growth trajectory in Africa – consultancy

Published: 07 Jun 24

Underscoring Mozambique’s significant mining sector growth is President Filipe Nyuse’s affirmation, through a statement, that Mozambique’s extractive industry amassed revenue exceeding $12.3-billion between 2020 and 2024. This revenue contribution, according to independent mining consultancy Core Consultants, evidences the growing significance to the global mining sector of Mozambique, which boasts significant resources of diverse minerals, such as coal, natural gas, heavy mineral sands, rubies, sapphires and emeralds.

MOZAMBIQUE POTENTIAL
Mozambique continues to attract international interest and aims to bolster its position as a key mining hub in Southern Africa

Long-term unlocking of vast resources potential gaining ground

Published: 07 Jun 24

Mozambique’s mining industry has been a significant driver of economic growth over the past two decades. With vast mineral resources, including heavy sands, coal, magnetite, graphite, lithium, gold and gemstones, the country offers a promising landscape for mining investments, says mining industry representative organisation Mozambique Chamber of Mines (CMM) chairperson Geert Klok. He adds that despite challenges, Mozambique continues to attract international interest and aims to bolster its position as a key mining hub in Southern Africa.

Long-term thinking key to managing South Africa’s mine water challenge

Published: 07 Jun 24

While South Africa has made considerable strides in addressing mine water challenges, several areas require improvement and focus to ensure that the country continues on a positive trajectory and that the future landscape of the local mining industry is vastly improved. Such areas include ensuring that the correct processes are in place, aligning implementation with research and adapting the regulatory environment to be more conducive to the treatment of mine-affected water.

Company highlights updated products

Published: 07 Jun 24

Alcohol testing equipment supplier ALCO-Safe has added two devices to its service offering. The first product is a wall-mounted device that aids access controls at the entrances of any site. This device links to the access system, through WiFi, local area networks and/or Bluetooth, and can integrate with operating systems, making it possible for companies to receive employee data to conduct a test, allocate a pass or fail and send the results back to the access control system.

Targeted training to address potential workplace hazards

Published: 07 Jun 24

In fostering an awareness of safety in the workplace, adult-based education and training provider the DEKRA Institute of Learning (IOL) stresses the importance of targeted occupational health and safety training, which provides crucial information on workplace hazards. The company highlights the importance of cultivating an inclusive workplace safety culture, emphasising the importance of behaviour-based safety. This aims to create behavioural change by encouraging people to take ownership and collective responsibility for workplace safety. Neurocentric safety training further enhances this safety approach and culture, by reshaping how individuals perceive and react to safety issues, fostering a proactive safety mindset.

Company uses card mechanism to incentivise safety

Published: 07 Jun 24

To address a multitude of workforce challenges, financial services company adumo Payouts advocates for the adoption by employers of behaviour-enhancing incentivisation for employees, and increased financial literacy among blue-collar workers in the mining, manufacturing and construction industries. The company‘s Premium iMali Card aims to create zero harm for employees across these sectors and become a de facto distribution mechanism for incentives. The card rewards employees for adhering to workplace compliance and safety regulations. It has been used by major mining companies, whereby employees have been rewarded for being conscious of their surroundings at work, and for promoting safe working areas.