How women are shaping the future of mining healthcare technology
Diversity is crucial to developing technologies that work for similarly diverse communities, and women’s innate empathy positions them to deliver […]
August 24, 2026
How intelligent process control is reshaping cement production in Africa
Africa’s cement industry is under growing pressure to produce more while consuming less. As urbanisation accelerates across the continent, demand
Gaining African traction
Following the recent introduction of its ENDURON® screen media range, Weir has reported growing adoption across Africa, with several new customer sites added in recent months. Early demand has been driven by mining operations whose process teams and metallurgists are seeking more than just screening panels – they are looking for solutions that enhance operational efficiency, extend wear life, improve drainage and increase throughput. In these critical performance areas, the ENDURON screen media range has consistently exceeded expectations. By Munesu Shoko.
Highlighting Afrimat’s 20-year legacy of strategic growth
This year marks 20 years since Afrimat listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). In a one-on-one with Quarrying Africa, CEO Andries van Heerden reflects on the key milestones that have shaped the company’s journey over the past two decades. He unpacks how a carefully executed diversification strategy has transformed Afrimat from a localised construction materials supplier into a successfully diversified and resilient mid-tier mining group. By Munesu Shoko.