Episodes
Ministerial Address H. E Antoinette N’Samba Kalambayi, Minister, Ministry of Mines, DRC The DRC investment rating: An inaccurate perception The Fraser Institute’s Annual Survey of Mining Companies for 2020 continues to highlight the industry’s negative investment and ease-of-doing business perception in the DRC. But is this perception accurate? In this session, join our high-level panel of experts who will outline just how the DRC is growing in strength and building the foundation blocks...
Published 06/14/21
Discours inaugural ministériel S.E. Antoinette N’Samba Kalambayi, Ministre, Ministère des Mines, RDC La note d'investissement négative de la RDC : Une perception inexacte L'enquête annuelle de l'Institut Fraser sur les sociétés minières pour 2020 continue de souligner la perception négative de l'industrie en matière d'investissement et de facilité à faire des affaires en RDC. Mais cette perception est-elle exacte ? Au cours de cette session, rejoignez notre panel d'experts de haut niveau...
Published 06/14/21
Which energy options are best suited for mining operations? Will mines ever operate on 100% renewable energy?
Published 06/01/21
The DRC holds the promise of tremendous opportunities for junior miners. However, a major setback is finding investment for these projects. How do juniors overcome this hurdle?
Published 05/17/21
A year after the first hard lockdown, the Minerals Council discusses the economic impact of COVID-19 on the mining sector as well as the measures it has put in place to stop the spread of the coronavirus among employees and mining communities.
Published 04/22/21
Investing in Central Africa’s gem: Unpacking regulatory changes to open up Angola’s diamond sector.
Published 02/12/21
Can gold continue its good run of form in 2021? We speak to Philip Newman, MD of Metals Focus to get his predictions for the precious metal.
Published 01/27/21
In this episode Shirley Weber of ABSA discusses the state of the South African mining industry and the road to recovery post COVID-19.
Published 12/18/20
In this episode, Liam Morrissey, Chief Executive Officer at MS Risk, a global security risk management consultancy that specialises in identifying, mitigating and reducing security risk discusses the conflict situation currently unfolding in Burkina Faso and the greater Sahel region in West Africa and the impact thereof on the regional mining sector. We also take a closer look at the risk that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on the country already marred by ongoing conflict. And remember, you...
Published 12/07/20
Mining supply chain due diligence easier thanks to blockchain In this episode of the Modernisation in Mining podcast series, Mining Review Africa Senior Deputy Editor Chantelle Kotze speaks to Minespider founder and CEO Nathan Williams about how blockchain is increasingly being used in the mining sector to provide assurance, transparency and traceability within the raw materials supply chain, placing the spotlight on the responsible sourcing of these metals and minerals, particularly those...
Published 12/03/20
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the fore the importance of digital technology in mining. Now, more than ever technology is playing a leading role in the future of mining. Listen to this exclusive podcast brought to you by Siemens Minerals Solutions
Published 12/01/20
Equipping people for 4IR and digital transformation at Gold Field’s South Deep mine In this episode of the Modernisation in Mining podcast series, Mining Review Africa Senior Deputy Editor Chantelle Kotze speaks to Gold Fields South Africa Executive Vice President Martin Preece, and Vice President for People and Organisational Effectiveness Gerrit Lotz about the importance of equipping people for the inevitable digital transformation brought about by the fourth industrial revolution. People...
Published 11/25/20
Is COVID-19 the silver bullet that will drive the automation of mining? How important is data in this new age of mining? In this episode, we unpack these key points of 4IR in mining. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com
Published 11/13/20
We kick off this exclusive series by chatting to Neil McCoy, business line manager for automation and digitalisation at Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology about the advent and progress of the modern mine and what the future of mining will be. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com
Published 11/02/20
In this episode, Tristan Puri, consultant at Pan-African consulting firm Africa Practice discusses the political situation that has unfolded in Mali and the impact thereof on the regional mining sector. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com
Published 10/20/20
In this episode, we discuss look at a snapshot of the South African mining industry post-COVID-19. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com
Published 09/21/20
In this episode Hon. Francis Gatare, CEO of Rwanda Mining Petroleum and Gas Board discusses the strategy to grow the mining sector in Rwanda and the upcoming African Mining Forum Digital Event. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com
Published 09/16/20
In this episode, we speak to women who have overcome numerous challenges and have made an impact on the Nigerian mining sector. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com and nigeriaminingweek.com
Published 09/04/20
In this episode, we chat to Selina Zhuwarara, principal consultant at Autem Mining. Selina speaks about her experiences in the industry and touches on the important role that resources play in the development of Africa. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com and africaminingforum.com
Published 08/28/20
In this episode, we chat to Aleksandra Cholewa Director of Investment and Development at LuMa Holdings / LuNa Smelter, Rwanda  and Melba Wasunna, Melba Wasunna, External Affairs Manager, of Base Titanium, Kenya about their love of mining and promoting greater female representation in mining in East Africa. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com and africaminingforum.com
Published 08/26/20
In the sixth episode of the Woman of Impact podcast series we chat to the women behind Women in Mining South Africa, or WiMSA as it is known – the South African organisation advocating for a more diverse future in the country’s mining sector. This episode will feature insights and lessons learnt from the women shaping the future for women in South Africa’s mining industry. Advice from deputy chairperson for Women in Mining South Africa, Petro Du Pisani, to young women considering a career in...
Published 08/25/20
After forays in marketing and investment banking, Kim Schoepflin joined South African OEM Kwatani. Successfully, balancing her work with her family life, today she is the CEO of one of the leading African suppliers of vibrating equipment to mines. In this episode, Kim tells senior editor Gerard Peter about her road to success and how she manages her work commitments while still fulfilling her duties as a mother of three children. She also shares some pearls of wisdom about what got her to...
Published 08/20/20
In the third episode of the Woman of Impact podcast series we chat to two of Ivanhoe Mines leading ladies, President and Chief Financial Officer Marna Cloete and Executive Vice President for Sustainability and Special Projects Dr. Patricia Makhesha, who is also the Executive Chairperson for Ivanhoe's 64%-owned South African subsidiary, Ivanplats. The discussion takes a look at how Marna and Patricia are using their leadership positions to drive female representation in the historically...
Published 08/14/20
Dans cet épisode nous nous entretenons avec Huguette Kaleba Ngoie, Présidente Directrice Générale de Hear Congo, un organisme qui œuvre pour l’encadrement des jeunes filles actives dans l’artisanat minier en RDC et Huguette qui est en même temps la Vice-Présidente de Women In Mining RDC en charge des relations internationales. 
Published 08/12/20
Tamara Qwatekana’s love of geology got her interested in mining. She has moved swiftly up the ranks and today, she is Exxaro’s first female mine manager and is based at its Belfast coal operation, the region’s first digital and connected mine. And remember, you can access all our podcasts, webinars, videos, industry insights and the latest mining news at miningreview.com
Published 08/07/20