26 Aug 2014Contact usSubmit newsAdvertise on bizList your companyHome
  My account

Mining

Weekly top stories


Clear Asset takes a wide selection to auction
As with the SAA mission of "Bringing the world to Africa and taking Africa to the world", a local company has adopted a similar stance for institutional mining and equipment sales at a time when all eyes are on the mining sector at large. read more>>



Mines
ARB's growth in subdued electrical and lighting markets

Mark Allix

ARB Holdings saw continued growth for the year to June despite subdued markets, the electrical and lighting equipment supplier said. read more>>
Measures implemented to reduce child labour and exploitation
The Department of Labour says interventions to improve the social security and welfare of children have resulted in government being able to reduce the widespread use of child labour. read more>>
Science & Engineering
IWC's slurry cooling towers excel in copper-mining conditions
IWC'S forced draft counter-flow cooling towers, which have been designed and manufactured for the specific pressure-leach process used in copper mining, excel at cooling slurry with high levels solids, extreme temperatures and highly aggressive chemical compositions. read more>>
Sustainability
Kwikspace enables development of major African transport routes
Mining has long been one of Africa's economic strengths. Now, with the development and improvement of major transport routes that not only enable the growth of the mining industry but other industries alike, new paths of opportunity are opening the way to economic strengthening in Africa. read more>>
Government
Diamond theft: suspects surrender to Hawks
Eight men have handed themselves in to the Hawks in connection with the recent illicit diamond syndicate bust and will appear in the Kimberley Magistrate's Court today (26 August) read more>>
SA companies in Maputo for FACIM fair
A delegation of South African companies is in Maputo, Mozambique, showcasing their products and services at the 50th Jubilee of the Feira International de Maputo (FACIM) trade fair. read more>>
SA's borders closed to Ebola-affected countries
South Africa has imposed a total travel ban for all non-citizens traveling from identified high risk countries to prevent the spread of Ebola to the country. read more>>
New 'generation star' Matona to keeps lights on
The Director General of the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) Tshediso Matona is Eskom's new Chief Executive Officer and his appointment has been confirmed by Public Enterprises Minister Lynne Brown. read more>>
More Government news
Jobs offered


New events to diarise
International Infrastructure & Invest Convention - 16 Sep 2014 to 17 Sep 2014 Johannesburg
IIIC 2014 delegates will be exclusively invited to participate in sector-specific guided tours through premium exhibitors in the concurrent Electra Mining Africa Exhibition. Read more >>


Upcoming events
Management principles for supervisors/foremen
Growth-Link Integrated Solutions - 1 Sep 2014 to 9 Oct 2014 Witbank

All industry news

Marketing & Media
    [Biz Takeouts Lineup] 102: Why Millenials matter & agency focus with Utopian Advertising
    Discussing the future of Africa at the GIL Conference 2014 - Cari Van Wyk
    DigiChat with Andrea: Social media ROI - Andrea Mitchell

    Medical
      A tax of 20% mooted for sugary drinks

      Retail
        Truworths seeks new CEO for smooth transition - Nick Hedley
        Unilever sells ice cream to Eskimos - Jason (Frich) Frichol
        Franschhoek Uncorked ushers in summer

        Government
          Empowering women is vital for Africa's development
          Mud schools: SAHRC report dismissed as "misleading"

          CSI
            KZN schools receive R660,000 for science, maths development
            REDISA management system gains international recognition
            Levi's celebrates entrepreneurs with Pioneer Nation festival

            Finance
              Regulatory changes face insurance sector
              Conditions and implications of a charitable bequest
              Expats may cut ties with UK due to tax changes

              Agriculture
                AGCO searches for Africa ambassador

                Building
                  Arup honoured at Top Women Awards ceremony
                  Singaphi Street upgrade gets underway
                  MBSA Congress focuses on increasing investment in building sector

                  GreenBiz
                    Cape Town transport goes green
                    E-waste the fasted growing waste stream
                    Local municipalities to compete for green award

                    HR & Recruitment
                      SA businesses must do more to recruit the disabled
                      Internship portal helps students, graduates find employers
                      Impress potential employers with Impress Me

                      Legal
                        Amendment Act a move to streamline labour environment
                        Merger-related employment conditions stifling efficiencies - Natalie von Ey and Kitso Tlhabanelo
                        Arbitration awards - fallible or infallible - Freddie Terblanche

                        Manufacturing
                          Transpaco continues to feel strike effects
                          'Talk shops' achieve little for transformation

                          Property
                            New bill to fast-track property registration welcomed - Mark Brickles
                            Considering commercial - Paul Stevens
                            SA cities need to invest in 'smart' infrastructure

                            Education
                              CUT goes green with the Solar-Flower
                              JB Marks Education Trust to hold career networking session
                              Sign language approved as first language

                              Tourism
                                A guest house fit for a Sir - Evan-Lee Courie
                                Joburg gears up for World Orchid Conference
                                [10 Things I Love About...] Stellenbosch - Brian Berkman

                                ICT
                                  Why the cloud is transforming data into a new global currency - Mark Ridley
                                  How to tie in EBay to your e-commerce strategy - Stuart Gonsal
                                  M4JAM launch exceeds expectations

                                  Logistics
                                    Distance learning - the pitfalls addressed

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Kings of Chaos back in SA
                                      African and UK creatives to gather for three-day Joburg event
                                      Nail treatments on the go - Jessica Taylor

                                      Automotive
                                        Ford to launch first right-hand-drive Mustang
                                        GM achieves success in key African markets
                                        Ford launches new Transit model into African market
                                        PrintPrint any item in this newsletter. EmailEmail any item in this newsletter. CommentComment on any item in this newsletter.
                                        Follow us

                                        Twitter
                                        @BBCAfrica
                                        South Africa economy avoids recession http://t.co/H9Vyk8yqNU - Tue Aug 26
                                        @ewnupdates
                                        NEWS JUST IN: South Africa has posted 0,6% growth in last quarter to avoid a recession. - Tue Aug 26
                                        @busrep
                                        Nene: SA is open to privatising Eskom http://t.co/0dJCQaM097 - Tue Aug 26
                                        @City_Press
                                        Hawks target more illegal diamond dealers after multimillion-rand bust: http://t.co/ORXmvxhBMK - Tue Aug 26
                                        More tweetsFollow

                                        Browse other industries

                                        Press releases: Distribute your news professionally to over 170 000 subscribers across various industries. Read more about our press offices.

                                        Editorial: We welcome your news, views and comments! Email press releases, invitations, interview requests, and proposals to miningnews@bizcommunity.com and exclusive opinion pieces to contributors-mining@bizcommunity.com.

                                        Advertising: We welcome your sales enquiries! Email sales@bizcommunity.com and read more about our advertising rates.

                                        Location: Cape Town (head office): tel +27 (0)21 680 3500 | 24 On Main, Main Street, Rosebank, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa. Johannesburg: tel +27 (0)11 513 4172 | Nicol Grove Office Park, Design Quarter, Leslie Avenue, Fourways, Gauteng, 2055.

                                        Subscribe/unsubscribe: Invite your friends, colleagues, suppliers, customers and partners to subscribe!


                                        © 2014 Bizcommunity.com. All rights reserved.
                                        Bizcommunity.com, its sponsors, contributors and advertisers disclaim all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that might arise from the use of, or reliance upon, the services contained herein.

                                        Unsubscribe, Manage subscriptions. Subscribe. Change email address. Change frequency to DAILY.