Video Analytics Meets Mining: Africa's Smart Response to Age-Old Risks
In the heart of the rich Copper Belts of Africa, mining operations, although vital to economic growth, continue to be exposed to the same age-old safety risks that have plagued the industry for decades.
Accra to Host the 11th West & Central Africa (WaCA) Mining Summit & Expo Showcasing Responsible Mining and Critical Mineral Opportunities
The 11th West & Central Africa (WaCA) Mining Summit & Expo will take place on 25-26 September 2025, bringing together mining executives, government officials, investors, technical experts and technology providers to discuss the future of mining in one of the world's fastest-growing resource regions. The Summit will spotlight the enormous potential of West & Central Africa in critical minerals, value-added processing, and responsible mining practices.
The Canadian mining company, Ivanhoe Mines has reported a second-quarter profit of $35 million for the period ending June 30, 2025, alongside an adjusted EBITDA of $123 million. This performance was largely underpinned by the company's flagship Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which contributed $128 million in attributable EBITDA.
Building reliable power for mining operations in Africa According to the International Monetary Fund, global demand for critical minerals is set to increase significantly. For nickel, demand will double between 2022 and 2050, cobalt will triple, and lithium will increase tenfold says the International Energy Agency – and sub-Saharan Africa has an estimated 30% of these minerals in reserves. The region has immense potential, but realising the potential requires reliable energy solutions, particularly as mining operations across the continent continue to grapple with unstable power grids, rising energy costs, and increased pressure to meet sustainability goals.
PPS delivers custom drag boxes for coastal mining in Madagascar
South African electrical enclosure specialist Power Process Systems (PPS) has successfully delivered a set of custom-engineered drag boxes for a major titanium mining project in Madagascar. Designed for mobile medium-voltage (MV) power distribution, the drag boxes enable reliable energy supply to dredges operating across the site's dynamic dune environment.
MineAdvantage – Industry-Leading Program Empowering Mining Professionals Across the GlobeImmersive Technologies proudly announces the launch of its professional development courses specifically for the mining industry. Under the banner of MineAdvantageTM the company has begun delivering a series of face-to-face courses in regional mining locations across the globe.
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.
Corteva nurtures talent and drives transformation in agriculture
As part of its BBBEE strategy, Corteva launched an impactful flagship Bursary Program in 2022 for both undergraduate and postgraduate students that removes the barrier of significant cost. Beyond covering tuition, accommodation and textbooks, the program offers hands-on work experience twice a year at key Corteva sites.
AGTRAC Warehouse: Get a Grip on Productivity with Tracks That Work as Hard as You Do
When it comes to farming, your equipment needs to match your commitment. That's where AGTRAC comes in. Offering high-quality rubber tracks built for endurance, stability, and soil-conscious farming, AGTRAC helps you stay productive while protecting your land.
Made for Tough Conditions Farming doesn't happen on smooth roads. It happens in muddy fields, over rough terrain, and under pressure. AGTRAC tracks are built to take on exactly that.
Togo Taps Regional Hub in promoting soil health and boosting farm productivity
Togo's farmers struggle with poor soils and declining yields. The reason: low awareness of nutrients status of soils and inefficient fertilizer use. A regional initiative is helping smallholder farmers in Togo farm fertile ground again. The Regional Hub in West Africa and the Sahel is driving a fresh initiative to improve fertility and soil health by promoting efficient fertilizer use in Togo.
Tariff concerns – cautious reaction to interest rate
Today's SARB interest rate decision will be cautiously reacted to by the agricultural sector amid the looming deadline of the 30% tariff policy on all SA exports to the United States. While South Africa's agriculture outlook has remained positive, tariff concerns and the current battle with biosecurity are likely to dampen optimism in the agriculture sector about the business conditions in the country.
Bayer submits registration applications for novel herbicide in four major marketsBayer advances its blockbuster pipeline submitting registration applications for icafolin-methyl in the European Union, following completed applications in Brazil, United States and Canada, the company announced today. Icafolin is agriculture's first new mode of action for post-emergent weed control for broadacre crops in over 30 years.
GEA mandated to build world's largest integrated dairy facility in Algeria At a formal event in Algiers, Baladna, a leading Qatari dairy and food producer, the Algerian Government, and GEA – represented by CEO Stefan Klebert – took part in a contract signing ceremony, enabling the construction of the world's largest integrated dairy farm and milk powder facility in Algeria.
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.