Zambia is poised for a technological leap in its mining sector, with a planned $6 million investment aimed at increasing mineral production while prioritizing sustainability, productivity, and safety. This ambitious initiative will be spearheaded by the establishment of the Mining Technology (MinTech) hub, envisioned as a collaborative hub for innovation […]
Day: May 10, 2024
AIM-listed Bushveld Minerals, the primary vanadium producer, has successfully secured additional funding to provide immediate working capital relief and ensure continuity of operations. The company has entered into a binding term sheet with Southern Point Resources Fund I S.A. LP (SPR) to conditionally sell the entire Vanchem asset for a total […]
In the vast expanse of South Africa, where the mining industry has long been the bedrock of economic prosperity, a seismic shift is currently underway. This once steadfast sector is embarking on a transformative journey towards new-generation technologies, a pivotal move promising enhanced efficiency, proactive safety, sustainability, and competitiveness. Yet, […]
Zambia’s maize fields, usually a vibrant tapestry of green, are now a desolate expanse, ravaged by the worst drought in over four decades. The UN’s humanitarian arm has issued a stark wake-up call, pleading for $228 million to avert a full-blown crisis. This El Niño-induced drought has slashed Zambia’s cereal […]
Rotating crops, conserving soil nutrients and deploying other strategies to “diversify” agriculture all at the same time can yield major benefits for the environment and people alike — including increased crop yields and improved food security for entire communities. That’s the take-home message of a landmark new study, including researchers […]