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Zim student develops smart glasses to tackle mining fatigue
A Zimbabwean student developed smart glasses to detect driver fatigue. The prototype can automatically stop a mining vehicle. She is...
Women miners need finance to move away from mercury, planetGOLD says
Women miners face barriers to cleaner gold processing. Finance and equipment access are key challenges. planetGOLD Zimbabwe is promoting mercury-free...
Commodities
Africa’s critical minerals offer leverage if governments avoid past mistakes
Africa has more leverage in the global race for critical minerals. Experts say stronger policies can help retain more mining...
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Regions
ILDD opens applications for mining and mineral resources law certificate
ILDD has opened applications for a new mining law certificate. The six-month course starts on Aug. 15 and carries 12...
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Insights
Mining’s $64 billion blind spot: Why miners keep missing their own targets
Sixty percent of mines miss their own guidance, costing the industry $64 billion in five years. Mine productivity...
Industry Leader Interviews
Mutambo sees data quality as key to safer underground mines
DOROTHY Mutambo, a Zimbabwean mining engineer now studying geotechnical engineering in the United States, draws on field experience...
Technology
AI-powered geospatial analytics helps African mines detect risks earlier
Mining companies across Africa are turning to AI-powered geospatial analytics to improve oversight of remote and complex operations. Satellite monitoring...
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Policy
Women miners to discuss funding, AI and safety at Mine Entra
Women miners will meet in Bulawayo on Thursday for the ZASWMA Women in Mining Conference during Mine Entra 2026. The...
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