First Quantum Explores Partnerships for Zambian Assets Amid Potential $2B Stake Sale to Saudi's Manara Minerals
First Quantum Minerals announced on Wednesday that it is in discussions with potential partners for its Zambian assets, though the company did not disclose the names of the firms involved.
Seeking Justice for Kabwe: Experts Demand Action on Historic Lead Poisoning Crisis in world's most toxic towns in Zambia Action for Southern Africa (ACTSA) and Lord Peter Hain will host an event in the House of Lords, in which a panel of regional, health, and legal experts will discuss the impacts of lead pollution in Kabwe, one of the world's most toxic towns, where Anglo American operated one of the world's most productive lead mines for almost 50 years.
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.
Dependable belt rip detection saves costs, reduces downtime and prevents injury Becker Mining has launched the newly developed BRS4.0 belt rip detection system, with advanced features for greater durability, higher efficiency and improved safety. The new Becker BRS4.0 belt rip scanner, which is a replacement system for the BRS-2 system, continuously monitors a belt conveyor for belt rips and uses real-time loop diagnostics to stop the belt in the event of a problem, reducing damage, minimising downtime and preventing injury.
Gravitas® Minerals ramps up to on-site testing for chrome, iron ore, and ferrometals clients Revolutionising the fine mineral beneficiation industry with its innovative 'right technology, right application' principle, Gravitas® Minerals is pioneering an innovative approach to pilot testing. The company's next phase is to move from concept development to practical application in the field, reveals Chief Executive Tebogo Kale.
Dust Control Best Practices in Drilling and Blasting Processes for Open Pit Mines Mining, forestry, and construction industries are essential contributors to global development, but they come with environmental challenges, especially concerning dust control. Airborne dust generated during drilling and blasting processes in open-pit mines poses significant health and environmental risks. Implementing smart and sustainable solutions is crucial to mitigate these challenges. In this article, we will delve into the most effective dust control practices.
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.
