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10/09/2025

NFCA CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY IN ZAMBIA AND PLAN US$400 MILLION EXPANSION.

Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe says Government will be relying on partners such as Non-Ferrous China Africa (NFCA) mining to actualise its dream of ramping up copper production to three million tonnes by 2031.

Speaking when he officiated at the NFCA’s 25th anniversary in Zambia at a ceremony in Chambishi on Monday 25th September 2023, Mr. Kabuswe said Government will continue levelling the playing field in the mining sector so as to encourage investments from giants such as NFCA.

He said NFCA’s presence in Zambia in the last 25 years in no mean achievement or coincidence but a confirmation that the country is a good investment destination.

The Minister praised NFCA for investments exceeding US$1.5 billion as at the end of 2022 and contributing over US$350 million to the treasury though taxes.

“I am confident that the planned expansion of the South East Ore Boady, which will result in increasing copper production to 110,000 metric tonnes, will come along with an employment boost and technological transfer, looking at the level of automation,” he said.

NFCA Chief Executive Officer Zhamyan Li said the company’s investment has culminated into the creation of about 5,600 local jobs over the years.

Mr. Li also said the company plans to invest another US$400 million that will create 2,400 jobs and increase annual copper production to 110,000 tonnes.

NFCA Group Chairperson Xi Zhengping said President Hakainde Hichilema’s recent visit to China will inject new impetus into Zambia’s social and economic development agenda.

ZCCM-IH Board Chairperson Kakenenwa Muyangwa said the company appreciates NFCA’s level of commitment to Zambia as evidenced by the payment of US$10.1 million in dividends to ZCCM-IH in 2007, 2008, 2011 and 2022 respectively. Mr. Muyangwa said the board appreciates the level of commitment by NFCA in expanding the mine and creating jobs for the local people.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/09/09/nfca-celebrates-25th-anniversary-in-zambia-and-plan-us400-million-expansion

10/09/2025

Ivory Coast: Abidjan port reaches 40 million tonnes of traffic by 2024.

The autonomous port of Abidjan recorded record traffic of more than 40 million tonnes in 2024, according to its general manager, Hien Sié. This increase confirms its central role in Côte d’Ivoire’s foreign trade and its regional positioning.

Le Port of Abidjan exceeded the 40 million tonne mark for the first time in 2024, compared to 34,7 million the previous year. Container traffic contributed particularly to this growth, with an increase of 33% to reach nearly 1,65 million TEUs.

This dynamic is part of a long-term trajectory, since the overall volume has increased from 22 million tonnes in 2010 to 40 million in 2024.

To support this expansion, significant investments have been made since 2012, estimated at around 1.100 billion CFA francs. These include the widening of the Vridi Canal, the commissioning of a second container terminal, the construction of a roll-on/roll-off terminal, the modernization of the fishing port, and the creation of additional industrial space.

These developments strengthen the port’s logistical capacities and competitiveness in the face of the growing importance of regional trade.

With over 75% of the volume of foreign trade and almost 79% A major contributor to Ivory Coast’s customs revenue, the port of Abidjan remains a strategic infrastructure for the national economy. Created in 1951, it also acts as a hub for West Africa, handling transit and transshipment flows, while supporting the local industrial fabric and fishing activity.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/09/09/ivory-coast-abidjan-port-reaches-40-million-tonnes-of-traffic-by-2024

21/08/2025

ATLAS COPCO UNVEILS THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE ON-SITE GAS GENERATION.

In the realm of oxygen and nitrogen supply, businesses frequently grapple with soaring costs, inflexible contracts, and complex logistics. Atlas Copco Compressor Technique addresses these challenges with Total Oxygen and Nitrogen Solutions (TONS), an innovative ecosystem that revolutionises how industries manage their on-site gas requirements.

TONS represents a cutting-edge approach that integrates advanced technology with comprehensive service to offer a complete solution for on-site oxygen and nitrogen generation. “With TONS, we’re redefining what’s possible in gas management,” says Sabrina Karbownik, Business Line Manager, Industrial Air Division at Atlas Copco Compressor Technique. “Our goal is to simplify operations, lower costs and enhance sustainability by providing a single, cohesive solution for all gas needs.”

TONS eliminates the need for traditional gas supply chains that depend on external deliveries, allowing businesses to generate oxygen and nitrogen directly on-site. This streamlined approach ensures a continuous, reliable supply while reducing logistical complexities and associated risks. By integrating all components, from generation equipment to maintenance services, TONS delivers unmatched operational efficiency.

The system’s design offers flexibility in adjusting gas purity and flow rates according to specific requirements. This means that companies can optimise their production processes and achieve substantial cost savings, potentially reducing their total cost of ownership by up to 90%.

“TONS not only simplifies the supply chain but also empowers our customers with precise control over their gas generation,” explains Sabrina. “This leads to improved operational performance and significant financial savings.”

TONS represents a major leap forward in environmental responsibility, exemplifying Atlas Copco’s commitment to driving climate change. Sabrina highlights TONS environmental benefits. “By generating gases on-site, the system minimises carbon emissions linked to the transportation and storage of liquefied gases. Coupled with its efficient operation and high-quality gas production, TONS actively supports our customers’ sustainability goals.”

Atlas Copco’s dedication to sustainability and a greener planet is evident in its ongoing development of innovative, efficient, eco-friendly products and technologies, including Class Zero VSD (Variable Speed Drive) compressors and Energy Recovery Solutions.

One of the standout features of TONS is the Total Maintenance Responsibility Plan which ensures that businesses experience maximum uptime with minimal disruption. Atlas Copco’s dedicated regional teams handle all maintenance needs, allowing companies to focus on their core operations without the hassle of managing multiple vendors.

With its advanced technology, energy efficiency, and environmental benefits, TONS establishes a new benchmark in gas supply, delivering a comprehensive, integrated, on-site solution that meets all aspects of customers’ oxygen and nitrogen needs.

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Great ideas accelerate innovation. At Atlas Copco Compressor Technique we team up with our customers to turn industrial ideas into smart connected air and gas solutions and leading edge compressed air technology. Our passionate people, expertise and service bring sustainable value to industries everywhere.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/14/atlas-copco-unveils-the-future-of-sustainable-on-site-gas-generation

13/08/2025

DRC, KoBold Metals ink landmark deal to accelerate mineral exploration.

The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a principal agreement with U.S.-based KoBold Metals to launch a major mineral exploration program, signaling a deepening partnership between Washington and Kinshasa at a time of heightened global interest in critical minerals.

The agreement, signed in Kinshasa in the presence of President Félix Tshisekedi, represents a strategic step in unlocking the country’s vast untapped mineral wealth particularly lithium amid growing geopolitical competition for raw materials essential to the global energy transition.

Nationwide mineral exploration
KoBold Metals, backed by high-profile investors including Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, is already a stakeholder in the Manono lithium deposit, one of the world’s largest. With this new deal, the company will expand its focus beyond Manono to conduct nationwide mineral exploration using advanced AI-driven technologies. It plans to digitize the DRC’s geological archives, currently stored at Belgium’s Royal Museum for Central Africa, and apply for exploration permits covering more than 1,600 square kilometers by July 2025.

This agreement builds on a broader U.S. strategy, initiated under the Trump administration, to reinforce bilateral ties with the DRC and promote regional stability. Recent U.S.-led diplomatic efforts to mediate tensions between the DRC and Rwanda further highlight Washington’s growing engagement in the region.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/12/drc-kobold-metals-ink-landmark-deal-to-accelerate-mineral-exploration

13/08/2025

De Beers sets bold pace for greater female representation in mining.

As the mining industry continues to evolve, De Beers Group is leading the charge in reshaping what inclusion and representation look like across its operations. In a sector traditionally dominated by men, De Beers is purposefully dismantling barriers to ensure that women not only participate but thrive.

Driven by the belief that gender equity is integral to long term business success, De Beers is committed to increasing female representation across its workforce. In South Africa, the company is already showing measurable progress with women making up 33% of Top Management and 36% of Senior Management – figures that significantly exceed current industry averages.

“Transformation is not just a compliance obligation for us, itis a business imperative,” Coral Wheelock, Senior Vice President – People Partnering, Mining and Discovery at De Beers, says. “Gender diversity improves innovation, strengthens safety outcomes and builds high performing teams.”

De Beers sets bold pace for greater female representation in mining
Women working in key roles at the Venetia Underground Mine, highlighting the growing presence of female professionals in mining.
Holistic approach
To accelerate its progress, De Beers has taken a strategic and holistic approach. This includes a longstanding partnership with UN Women through the HeForShe Alliance, with a focus on growing female representation in technical and leadership roles.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/12/de-beers-sets-bold-pace-for-greater-female-representation-in-mining

13/08/2025

TOMRA Mining technology delivers transformative impact at the world’s largest lithium sorting plant at Pilbara Minerals’ Pilgangoora Operation.

A year after Pilbara Minerals commissioned the world’s largest lithium ore sorting plant, TOMRA Mining’s sensor-based sorting technology is delivering measurable value at the Pilgangoora Operation in Western Australia, contributing to the strongest quarterly production of FY25, significantly reduced costs, and enhanced resource utilization.

Powered by TOMRA Mining’s advanced sensor-based sorting technology, the Pilgangoora Operation has achieved impressive results, boosting production, reducing costs, and unlocking value from previously uneconomical ore. In its June Quarter FY25 results, Pilbara Minerals reported a 77% increase in production volume and a 10% reduction in unit operating costs (FOB) compared to the previous quarter. These gains stem from the ramp-up of the P1000 expansion and the integration of TOMRA Mining’s cutting-edge sorting technology.

TOMRA Mining technology delivers transformative impact at the world’s largest lithium sorting plant at Pilbara Minerals’ Pilgangoora Operation

Sensor-based technology
Commissioned in August 2024 as part of the P680 Expansion Project, the crushing and sorting plant is the largest lithium ore sorting facility in the world, with a capacity of more than 1,000 tonnes per hour. TOMRA Mining’s sensor-based technology enables early waste rejection, significantly improving lithium recovery and final product quality while reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/12/tomra-mining-technology-delivers-transformative-impact-at-the-worlds-largest-lithium-sorting-plant-at-pilbara-minerals-pilgangoora-operation

08/08/2025

Marula Mining, WEEE Centre partner to launch lithium battery recycling facility in Kenya
Marula Mining PLC, a UK-listed mining and metals company, has revealed plans to set up Kenya’s first lithium-ion battery recycling and critical metals recovery plant. The initiative will be carried out in collaboration with Nairobi-based electronic waste management firm, WEEE Centre, through a dedicated special purpose vehicle (SPV).

As part of the partnership, Marula will inject €500,000 (around KES 70 million) into the project’s early-stage development via its local arm, Marula Metals Processing Limited. The plant will focus on reclaiming valuable elements such as lithium, cobalt, manganese, and nickel from used lithium-ion batteries, using environmentally sound and proven technologies. The facility will also incorporate a black mass extraction line to support safe and sustainable material recovery.

Jason Brewer, CEO of Marula Mining, stated that the collaboration aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainable development, industrial growth, and support for Kenya’s green energy transition. He emphasized the project’s potential to deliver scalable infrastructure for critical material recycling in the region.

Sustainable solutions
Founded in 2012, WEEE Centre is a licensed social enterprise with operations in 18 African countries. The organization has become a key player in promoting safe e-waste disposal, youth employment, and circular economy initiatives. The idea for the recycling plant emerged after WEEE Centre presented a proposal to Marula highlighting the need for sustainable lithium battery waste solutions in Kenya’s rapidly growing e-mobility and renewable energy sectors.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/08/marula-mining-weee-centre-partner-to-launch-lithium-battery-recycling-facility-in-kenya

08/08/2025

Godwin pumps keep Zambian gemstone mine dewatered during rainy season.

At a gemstone mine in Zambia, dewatering is critical to keeping the open pit both safe and productive. Two Godwin Dri-Prime HL160 pumps from Integrated Pump Technology have enabled mining operations to continue uninterrupted even during the demanding rainy season.

JD Nel, Godwin Product Manager at Integrated Pump Technology, explains that the site’s existing pumps were no longer able to manage the volumes required to keep working areas dry. In collaboration with local distributor IES, the company specified the appropriate pump solution to meet the mine’s duty requirements.

“Together with IES, we conducted a site visit to assess the conditions and engage directly with the customer,” says Nel. “Wherever possible, we also train customer staff to gather the right data for accurate pump selection – something the team on site greatly valued.”

Godwin pumps keep Zambian gemstone mine dewatered during rainy season
Integrated Pump Technology supported the mine team with on-site commissioning and technical setup to ensure a successful start-up.
In this application, the pumps needed to move approximately 300 m³ of water per hour to a discharge head of 130 to 140 metres. Integrated Pump Technology and IES also reviewed the pipeline and accessory requirements to ensure these were correctly specified for optimal performance.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/08/godwin-pumps-keep-zambian-gemstone-mine-dewatered-during-rainy-season

05/08/2025

RCT’S agnostic automation powers Stawell Gold Mine’s mixed fleet.

Stawell Gold Mine, 250km northwest of Melbourne, is no stranger to RCT – Powered by Epiroc. The site has been leveraging our technology to boost safety and productivity for more than 20 years.

So, when the site recently purchased two CAT 2900XE (diesel- electric) underground mining loaders to add to their fleet, they chose RCT to automate them with its multi-machine automation solution, AutoNav.

The decision to employ RCT technology was driven by its agnostic capabilities. Stawell needed to utilise their new CAT loaders alongside their existing Epiroc ST18S underground loaders that are currently equipped with RCT automation.

RCT technology
“Having them operate on the same software was essential for the site. They had existing RCT AutoNav Centres on the surface and underground cabins, and site wanted their operators to control all the machines from these cabins,” said RCT Brisbane Branch Manager, Owen Perrott.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/04/rcts-agnostic-automation-powers-stawell-gold-mines-mixed-fleet

05/08/2025

Logistics African Magazine Recognized as the Leading Africa Platform for Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Mining, Industrial, Energy, and Agriculture Sectors.

Johannesburg, South Africa – August 2025

In an increasingly interconnected and innovation-driven world, Logistics African Magazine has emerged as one of the world’s leading digital publications, setting the benchmark for excellence across the logistics, supply chain, transportation, mining, industrial, energy, and agriculture sectors. Accessible globally at www.logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za, the platform is redefining how professionals across multiple industries access insights, trends, and solutions shaping Africa and beyond.

From the latest breakthroughs in energy infrastructure and mining technology to advancements in transportation systems, supply chain digitization, agricultural mechanization, and industrial automation, the magazine delivers comprehensive, data-driven, and business-focused reporting. Each edition captures the dynamic evolution of industries that are critical to Africa’s economic growth and industrial transformation.

With a distribution reach spanning more than 40,000 industry professionals, the publication is trusted by C-suite executives, procurement officers, logistics managers, government decision-makers, and technology providers seeking a clear and reliable window into Africa’s most critical sectors.

“Our mission has always been to connect the continent’s industrial.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/05/logistics-african-magazine-recognized-as-the-leading-africa-platform-for-logistics-supply-chain-transportation-mining-industrial-energy-and-agriculture-sectors

05/08/2025

Expand Your Reach in Africa’s Mining, Industrial, Transport, Logistics & Energy Sectors with Logistics African Magazine.

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https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/05/expand-your-reach-in-africas-mining-industrial-transport-logistics-energy-sectors-with-logistics-african-magazine

04/08/2025

Weir building production capacity for new screen ranges.

Expansion at Weir’s Alrode manufacturing facility south of Johannesburg will build production capacity for its vibrating screen ranges launched last year.

According to JD Singleton, Weir’s Comminution Director for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), the positive market response to the company’s ENDURON® Elite and ENDURON® Orbital screen ranges has required the investment in expansion.

“This strategic investment at Alrode will make this plant a major player in global screen production,” says Singleton. “It is also an important step in our journey over the past six years to develop large format ENDURON® Elite range of screens for the mining market.”

Weir building production capacity for new screen ranges
ENDURON Elite screens are high-capacity, energy-efficient banana screens designed for hard rock mining, offering superior throughput and simplified maintenance.
Economy boost
Bridget Ledwaba, Weir’s Managing Director for Africa, says the expansion of the Alrode plant also shows Weir’s confidence in South Africa and its potential, and the company’s commitment to the country’s industrialisation. She emphasises that the investment will be good for job creation in the local economy and will benefit the fiscus through the value it will add to the general economy.
https://logisticsafricanmagazine.co.za/2025/08/02/weir-building-production-capacity-for-new-screen-ranges

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