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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Navigating Africa's Food Security

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.