Coal Coal mining’s advent in South Africa can best be traced to the start of gold mining in the late 19th century, particularly on the Witwatersrand, with the first coal in appreciable tonnages being extracted on the Highveld coal field close to the nascent Witwatersrand gold mines. However, demand began to grow, slowly at first but…
Mining expert Peter Major discussed South Africa’s mining sector challenges and strengths, including Afrimat’s growth trajectory, Anglo American’s stability, and Kumba Iron Ore’s strategy for maximizing value despite infrastructure constraints. He also highlighted global economic impacts on commodities and the need for sustainable, well-managed mining operations amid geopolitical uncertainties. Sign up for your early morning…
Mining group Gold Fields has completed the acquisition of Osisko Mining after all the conditions to the transaction were fulfilled. The deal, announced in August, enables Gold Fields to consolidate 100% ownership of the Windfall Project and the surrounding exploration district in Québec, Canada. Business Today
Newcastle Calcium Carbide and Alloys Proprietary Limited (herein referred to as “NCCA”) is a licensed and registered company founded by Mr. Sphiwe Msibi. The company is an existing incorporated legal entity in South Africa with plans to engage in national distribution of calcium carbide and alloys across South Africa and to establish a world class…