Weekly Roundup: Major Mining Developments in DRC-Zambia

Weekly Roundup: Major Mining Developments in DRC-Zambia

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Saudi Arabia's Manara Minerals closing a deal to buy minority stake in Zambia copper mine by end of the year     Manara Minerals, a new venture between the Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma'aden) and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) is set to close on a deal to buy a minority stake in Canadian miner, First Quantum Minerals' Zambian copper and nickel assets by the end of the year. Read more

First Quantum Minerals reports 13% rise in copper production for Q3 First Quantum Minerals  has reported a 13 percent increase in copper production for the third quarter of this year, accompanied by a doubling of income tax payments globally. Production at the company's Kansanshi mine in Solwezi rose to 49,810 tonnes of copper up 20 percent or 8,303 tonnes compared with the previous quarter, while its Sentinel mine in Kalumbila produced 58,412 tonnes, up 9 percent or 4,817 tonnes compared with the second quarter of 2024. Read more

Immersive Technologies Secures Multiple Workforce Development Contracts for Major Underground Mining Projects In the second and third quarters of 2024, Immersive Technologies secured contracts to provide workforce training solutions for four significant underground mining projects in the U.S., Canada, Chile, and Indonesia. These solutions encompass machine simulation, digital learning technologies including virtual reality, 3D virtual machines, and training program development. Read more

A strong partnership delivers advanced solutions in the valves sector BMG delivers state-of-the-art valve solutions to diverse industries across Africa, in collaboration with InterApp – global leaders in the design and manufacture of high-quality valves. "Our shared commitment to quality, innovation and customer service ensures that we provide the best possible flow control products to our customers, helping them optimise their operations, enhance safety and minimise downtime," states Susan Victor, Sales Manager, BMG's Fluid Technology division. Read more

Zambia to develop dozens of mining licenses with investors, aims to boost copper output by early next decade Zambia, Africa's second-biggest producer of copper is planning to develop dozens of mining licenses together with investors with an aim to more than quadruple production of the mineral in the country by early next decade. Read more

Rawbank s'associe à OADC pour Accélérer la Transformation Numérique et l'Inclusion Financière en RDC Rawbank, leader de l'innovation bancaire en RDC, a annoncé son partenariat avec OADC – Texaf Kinshasa, le premier centre de données neutre en termes de réseau et certifié Tier- III par l'Uptime Institute dans le pays. Cette initiative s'inscrit dans la stratégie de Rawbank visant à améliorer ses services bancaires numériques et à promouvoir l'inclusion financière en investissant dans une infrastructure de classe mondiale. Read more

CURRENT MAGAZINE ISSUE: 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. Read Digital Magazine

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Navigating Africa's Food Security

Navigating Africa's Food Security

Web version    Forward       Helping African Smallholder Farmers Fight Soybean Rust Now! – How Early Warning Systems Can Make a Difference       A new partnership between Solidaridad, Kvuno, the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), and the Soybean Innovation Lab is bringing hope to smallholder farmers in Southern Africa. The goal is to tackle one of the most serious challenges they face: soybean rust, a disease that can destroy their crops. Read more

Maximising sunflower yield with strategic planting times Sunflower is a versatile crop that thrives in various climates and soil types, and which is known for its high yield and adaptability. While  sunflowers can withstand moderate drought due to their deep root system, the plants are sensitive to drought and heat stress during the flowering and grain-filling stages. Read more

Groot Phesantekraal's Andre Brink named Western Caper farmer of the year ,advances to compete for national title André Brink, owner of leading agri-producer Groot Phesantekraal near Durbanville, has trumped strong competition to be named the Western Cape Agricultural Writers SA Awards Farmer of the Year winner for 2024. He will now represent his farm and the province in the forthcoming National Agricultural Writers SA Awards scheduled to take place on Friday, 15 November 2024 in Pretoria. Read more

Solar versus Eskom costs compared for farmers – up to 54% cheaper with solar Eskom's challenges have led to a steady rise in electricity tariffs and are expected to increase by up to 38% next year. These increases are particularly difficult for farmers as Eskom's Ruralflex tariff is one of the highest usage charges in the market. Read more

Farming to improve the quality of life in rural communities Matsae Tsotetsi, owner of MS Construction and Projects, is striving to bring change to her small Free State community by creating access to organic food and health products.Best restaurants near me Farming isn't usually the career of choice for residents of Qwaqwa in the Free State. Icy temperatures and water shortages make agriculture a challenging enterprise, exacerbated by ongoing drought. Read more

Fish Farming Can Damage the Environment. It Doesn't Have To Fish is a vital source of protein around the world. Yet fish can be expensive and difficult to access, especially in remote and isolated parts of the world.  It can also be environmentally damaging when raised in industrial scale fish farms. Read more

LATEST MAGAZINE ISSUE: 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. Read Digital Magazine

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