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Thorium-based nuclear power stations solution for energy crisis
Unless South Africa's energy crisis is addressed, the country is destined for long-term power and water shortages primarily because power will be need to produce clean water... read more>>



Mines
Chamber of Mines comes to members' defence

Allan Seccombe

There are potentially very serious repercussions for offshore-listed South African mining companies in the brewing battle over the differing views between the government and the industry on empowerment and compliance with the Mining Charter... read more>>
Mining services entrepreneur founds SMME generating over R30-million annually
Since matriculating from Mogale High School in 2001, Tommy Maboe from the small Northwest mining town of Bopong has worked relentlessly to get to where he is today - the owner of Phakwe Mining Services, employing 290 people and generating over R30-million in annual turnover... read more>>
Mining Resources
Mining Operation Phakisa to start work in August

Nosihle Shelembe

PRETORIA: Engagements which are aimed at moving the mining sector forward will start in August, as part of the Mining Operation Phakisa... read more>>
Science & Engineering
SA probes shale gas impacts, opportunities
Government has commissioned an investigation into the possible impacts and potential mitigation opportunities of shale gas if it is found in the country... read more>>
Sustainability
North West mining towns receive make-over
Mining towns in the North West are receiving a much needed facelift through the various projects undertaken by the provincial government... read more>>
Government news
SARS finds copper, gold during inspections
South African Revenue Services (SARS) on Monday uncovered gold estimated at the value of R24 million and copper cables worth approximately R14 000 at Beitbridge Border Post. read more>>
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Business
Focus increasingly falls on balanced leaders

Michelle Moss

Leadership styles change. What never changes is the need for corporate leaders to motivate teams, make profits and deliver efficiency improvements... read more>>
Time management 101

Andrew Macfarlane

"If your employees are constantly missing deadlines, lack focus and regularly overlook important details, these are sure signs that their time management skills aren't up to scratch..." read more>>
Jobs offered
Section Engineer - Alexander Bay
Alexkor RMC JV currently seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced section engineer. Applications close: 29 May 2015 Read more >>



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