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Southern Africa
Wits researchers unravel mystery that has plagued geologists for years
Researchers at Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa, have found the answer to an enigma that has had geologists scratching their heads for years.
Southern Africa
Laser scanner keeps Wits mining students at leading edge
Mining engineering students at Wits University will be better exposed to the contribution of modern survey technology in a range of mining disciplines.
Base Metals
The Bushveld Complex in South Africa holds world’s most valuable minerals
Despite extensive research, scientists still do not understand how the Bushveld Complex in South Africa became the most valuable mineral area on Earth.
Features & Analysis
Detective mission to trace history of new African meteorite
Researchers from Wits and the University of Antananarivo in Madagascar are on a “detective mission” to classify and trace the history of a meteorite.
Top Stories
Mining equipment determines mineral extraction and processing
Mining equipment occupies a pivotal position in the mining process and determines the performance of mineral extraction and processing operations.
News
South Africa cautioned about China’s demand fluctuations
South Africa and other mineral-rich developing countries with close economic links to China must reassess their trade policies to provide a buffer against fluctuating...
International
Wits Mining School jumps to 15 on world ranking
The School of Mining Engineering at the University of the Witwatersrand has shot up the world league tables to take 15th place in the...
