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Thursday 29 February 2024

First Mining Drc-Zambia's biggest news from the week

Positive under-the-radar trends for mining in 2024

While mineral exploration investments and discoveries grab the headlines on Africa's mining prospects for 2024, there is less visible progress being made that promises to strengthen the sector's future.

Komatsu adds WX11 LHD to underground hard rock lineup

Komatsu is excited to introduce to the global market the new WX11 LHD, a powerful, 11-tonne machine that offers best-in-class breakout force and best-in-class payload helping to maximize productivity and provide a lower total cost of ownership.

New clear arc flash visor for maximum safety and protection

Integrated workplace safety solutions provider BBF Safety Group has added a new clear arc flash visor to its BOVA ARC range to be used in conjunction with its Nikki hard hat for a complete face protection system.

Unlocking Green Hydrogen for Sustainable Growth

In the pursuit of a cleaner and more sustainable future, the upcoming Hydrogen Forum will embark on hosting engaging discussions aimed at unlocking the potential of green hydrogen. This event, taking place on the 7th March 2024 at the CTICC in Cape Town, will explore technological advancements; unpacking a commitment to sustainable growth, environmental stewardship, and the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

Unbeatable Innovation in Blast Hole Quality Control: Precision Mining

Beyond the explosion, have you ever stopped to think about the impact of blasting on the mining production process?
Blast hole quality control is a common challenge for even the most experienced miners in the mining industry.

Afreximbank-Supported Miner Wins Sustainability Award

uinea-based Dynamic Mining SAS has won the Mining Indaba Sustainability Award for its US$90-million Senior Debt facility financed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) , in partnership with the African Finance Corporation (AFC) and BADEA, to support Guinea to increase its bauxite production to 85,000 kilotonnes.

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First Mining DRC-Zambia is a journal that focuses on creating a networking forum for the decision makers in businesses and Governments across Africa's Copper belt region, who are either directly or indirectly involved in mining Developments. We inform ,educate and create business and networking opportunities for all Companies that are interested in expanding their business across DRC, Zambia and beyond. FMDZ is a bi-monthly magazine for the mining industry.

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Southern Oil pioneers waste reduction through repurposing canola seed byproduct into nutrient-rich animal feed.

Southern Oil (SOILL), Africa's largest producer of canola oil, has taken an innovative approach to waste reduction by utilising the byproduct from canola oil production to create a nutrient-rich animal feed.

Solving Food Waste with Insects and the Circular Economy of Insect Farming

Solving food waste requires a multifaceted approach that addresses behavioural, economic, logistical, and regulatory challenges. By implementing a combination of prevention, recovery, and recycling strategies, along with policy support and stakeholder collaboration, we can work towards a more sustainable and equitable food system.

Technology is crucial to the success of vertical farms

Vertical farming is increasingly being regarded as one of the solutions to the problems faced by global food production systems, and in the following article Antti Viitanen from Vaisala explains why measurement and control technology will be key to the success of this rapidly growing sector.

Wheat blast fueled by climate change could reduce global production by 13% by mid-century, study

A new study now shows that the global wheat production could reduce by 13 per cent by mid-century (the year 2050) as a result of wheat blast, a devastating disease caused by the fungal pathogen Magnaporthe oryzae pathotype Triticum fueled by the rising climate change phenomenon.

Investors express an appetite for funding the Kenyan livestock sector despite challenges

Kenya's vibrant livestock sector, which supports an estimated 25 million livelihoods and contributes 42% to the national agricultural GDP, continues to attract attention from investors despite significant financial hurdles.

ICRISAT pioneers world's first pigeonpea speed breeding protocol to boost food security in drylands of Asia and Africa

The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has pioneered the world's first pigeonpea speed breeding protocol, further bolstering food security in Asia and Africa.

GEA at the Anuga FoodTec trade show: Sustainability innovations bolster food industry resilience

The food industry is under pressure to transform, with the major global challenges of food insecurity on the one hand and environmental damage and climate change on the other hand. This is exacerbated by the energy crisis and evolving consumer interests. To resolve these issues, an extensive restructuring of our global food systems is essential. And innovative food technology is the master key.

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FARMERS REVIEW AFRICA published by Mailing Times media, it is Africa's premier farming magazine which provides updates of news and analysis on topical issues of national and international importance in agriculture. The publication links the technology applied in the Agricultural sector to the field experience of professionals in this area.