2020 – Issue 9
Issues
Mining Review Africa Issue 9 2020
Having spent much time with a variety of key players and strategic role players in the Nigerian mining sector, I’ve learnt a few things and I’d like to share these with you.
Base Metals
Mining in Nigeria during COVID-19 – slow but steady
“With a well outlined growth strategy in place and in play, we are still poised for good short to mid-term growth."
Coal
Atlantis Mining chooses new Volvo R60D rigid haulers
The rigid haulers have been specifically designed to reduce operating costs through lower fuel consumption and optimised machine availability.
Gold
Safety: Specialised focus reaps global success
Miners have worn the company’s iconic Egoli gumboot for almost 40 years, fondly referring to them as ‘mdala-scathu’ (mdala iscathulo)
Gold
An in-depth analysis on mining in Nigeria
The economy has been growing slowly since the oil price slump of 2014. The volatility of oil prices has negatively impacted growth.
Gold
Altus Strategies: Uncovering Africa’s resource potential
Altus has diversified its risk profile quite substantially by making mineral discoveries across multiple licences simultaneously.
Health and safety
Adapting to change: MCSA members lead the way
In its fight against COVID-19, mining companies in South Africa have contributed significantly towards bolstering medical infrastructure.
Coal
Grinding Solutions: Maximising mineral value
GSL offers a range of consultancy and laboratory services including metallurgical and mineral processing testing
Gold
Endeavour Mining: Solidifying its position in West Africa
Following the acquisition of SEMAFO in July this year Endeavour Mining has successfully integrated the assets into its operating model.
Base Metals
Bell Equipment: Always staying close to customer needs
Bell offers a range of aftermarket services such as operator training programmes, maintenance contracts and its fleet management system.
Gold
A dilemma facing mining consultants in West Africa
To be successful, local consultants usually collaborate with the big brands dominating the region; alternatively, they lobby law makers.
