Mining tax revenue rose 39% from N$5.6 billion in 2024, according to government data released on 5 August 2026, providing a stronger fiscal platform as Namibia seeks to turn its mineral wealth into broader economic growth and employment. The increase was supported by stronger gold production and favourable international prices. Mining royalties rose 9% to N$2.4 billion while export duties almost doubled, increasing 90% to N$685 million.

The latest figures also point to a changing structure within Namibia’s mining economy. While diamonds remain important, gold, uranium and base metals are becoming increasingly significant contributors to government revenue, potentially giving the sector a broader and more resilient foundation for growth. Corporate income tax from non diamond mines is forecast to reach N$4.4 billion in the 2025/26 financial year, representing a 54% increase. Gold, uranium and base metals are expected to account for much of the growth, while diamond related tax revenue is projected to fall 69% to N$74 million.

The shift comes as Namibia prepares for a new investment cycle in uranium. The country remains the world’s third largest uranium producer, with projects including Bannerman Energy’s Etango and Deep Yellow’s Tumas expected to lift production through the second half of the decade and into the 2030s. Government is now looking beyond production and fiscal returns, with President Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah calling for greater local processing to ensure more of the value generated from Namibia’s mineral resources remains in the domestic economy.

The investment pipeline is substantial. Through the Namibia Public Private Forum, the mining industry has committed to mobilising $2.8 billion in new investment and creating more than 18,000 direct jobs. That commitment comes as Namibia seeks to deliver the objectives of its 6th National Development Plan, which targets the creation of 500,000 jobs and places economic diversification and private sector investment at the centre of the country’s development agenda.

The scale of the opportunity is therefore extending beyond the mine gate. Rising tax revenues provide government with additional fiscal value, while new projects offer the prospect of expanded production, employment, infrastructure development and industrial activity. The next phase of mining growth will be measured by how effectively that investment translates into domestic value creation. With gold and uranium gaining greater weight in the revenue mix and billions of dollars in prospective investment, mining is increasingly being positioned as a platform for Namibia’s next phase of economic expansion.

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By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck

The fourth article in WearCheck’s “When Good Oils Go Bad” series takes an in-depth look at thermal breakdown.

Stress – it’s something with which we’re all intimately familiar. It might be the printer jamming five minutes before a deadline, the driver who cuts you off in traffic or running late for an important meeting. In each case, the result is the same: pressure builds, tolerance is tested, and eventually something gives.

Lubricants are no different.

They are designed to operate under demanding conditions, but in the world of machinery, stress comes in many forms – from load and contamination to operating conditions, and few are as relentless or unforgiving as heat. And just like us, every lubricant has a limit. Push it far enough and it simply can’t cope.

That breaking point is known as thermal breakdown.

Unlike oxidation, which slowly ages the oil over time, thermal breakdown occurs when temperatures rise beyond what the lubricant can chemically withstand. It’s not a gradual decline; it’s the point where the oil stops performing and starts failing.

Because when oil can’t take the heat, it doesn’t just struggle – it breaks.

What Is Thermal Breakdown?

At its core, thermal breakdown is the decomposition of lubricant molecules due to excessive heat.

As temperatures increase, they eventually exceed the strength of the chemical bonds holding the hydrocarbon molecules together. Once this threshold – known as the thermal stability limit – is crossed, those bonds begin to rupture. This process is commonly referred to as thermal cracking.

Typically, this becomes significant at temperatures above approx. 200°C, where the lubricant is no longer stable and begins to degrade rapidly. At these conditions, the oil is no longer just “aging” – it is chemically breaking down at a molecular level.

What Happens Inside the Oil?

When thermal cracking occurs, the lubricant does not degrade through a single mechanism. Instead, two competing processes take place:

Molecular Cleavage and Volatilisation

Large hydrocarbon molecules break into smaller, lower-molecular-weight molecules during thermal cracking. While many of these remain relatively light, some can recombine into heavier, unstable structures that contribute to deposit formation.

At the same time, some of these smaller molecules are light enough to evaporate and leave the system entirely, meaning that no deposits are formed from this portion of the process. As a result, oil volume may decrease and volatility increases, effectively causing the oil to “boil off” its lighter components.

Condensation and Carbon Formation

The remaining molecules behave very differently. In the absence of oxygen, they can recombine and condense, undergoing structural rearrangement and forming increasingly complex carbon structures.

Over time, this leads to the formation of lacquers, carbonaceous residues, and ultimately coke – the final and most severe form of deposit. These deposits are hard, brittle and bond strongly to surfaces, in contrast to the softer sludge and thin varnish films typically associated with oxidation.

The Signature Effect: Viscosity Loss

One of the most important indicators of thermal breakdown is its effect on viscosity. As large hydrocarbon molecules crack into smaller, lighter molecules, the oil becomes progressively thinner. This reduction in molecular size directly translates into a decrease in viscosity.

This difference is critical in oil analysis and often provides the first clue as to which degradation mechanism is dominant.

At the same, time the additive system is also under stress. Antioxidants, dispersants and anti-wear additives all have thermal limits, and at elevated temperatures, they can degrade or become inactive, further accelerating lubricant failure.

Where and Why It Happens

Thermal breakdown is rarely a system-wide phenomenon, instead, it tends to occur in localised hot spots where temperatures spike well above the bulk oil temperature.

• Typical locations include:
• Heavily loaded bearings
• Gear-tooth contact zones
• Piston-ring zones
• Compressor-discharge areas

These are areas where:

• Heat generation is high
• Oil flow is limited
• Heat removal is limited

Even when bulk oil temperatures appear acceptable, these localised zones can exceed 200°C, triggering thermal cracking.

Temperature: The Breaking Point

Temperature is the dominant driver of thermal degradation. While increasing temperature accelerates all degradation processes – such as oxidation, thermal breakdown occurs when the lubricant is pushed beyond its thermal-stability limit.

A useful rule of thumb is that for every 10°C increase above around 75°C, the life of the oil is effectively halved. By the time temperatures approach 200°C, this reduction becomes extreme, and the lubricant’s life is reduced to a fraction of its intended service life. At these extremes, degradation is no longer a slow chemical process, it is a rapid failure mechanism.

Thermal Breakdown vs Oxidation

Thermal breakdown and oxidation are often confused and, while they can occur simultaneously, they are fundamentally different processes.

While oxidation is a progressive ageing process, thermal breakdown is more closely associated with rapid lubricant failure. Importantly, the two can interact. At elevated temperatures, thermal cracking produces unstable, highly reactive molecules that accelerate oxidation, compounding the degradation process.

The key differences between thermal breakdown and oxidation are summarised in the table below:

Consequences for Machinery

Thermal breakdown has immediate – and often severe – consequences. As the oil loses viscosity, the lubricating film becomes thinner, increasing the likelihood of metal-to-metal contact and accelerating wear rates.

At the same time, carbonaceous deposits begin to form and adhere to surfaces, restricting oil flow, impairing heat transfer, and promoting the development of further hot spots.

In extreme cases, this can lead to a feedback loop where heat drives degradation, degradation forms deposits and those deposits generate even more heat, ultimately resulting in rapid component failure.

Detecting Thermal breakdown Through Oil Analysis

Thermal degradation is not always obvious in its early stages, but there are several indicators that can point to its presence. One of the earliest and most visible signs is a change in oil colour. As thermal breakdown progresses, the oil typically darkens due to the formation of carbonaceous and insoluble degradation products. In more severe cases, the oil may appear dark brown or even black, indicating significant thermal stress. The key tests used to assess thermal breakdown are summarised below:

Unlike oxidation, acid number may show little or no change in the early stages, making it a less reliable standalone indicator of thermal breakdown. As a result, thermal degradation is best identified through a combination of visual inspection and supporting analytical trends, rather than a single definitive test.

The Reality of Thermal Breakdown

Thermal breakdown is not an inevitable ageing process; it is typically a sign that something has gone wrong. It reflects underlying issues such as excessive heat, poor cooling, overloading or design limitations that lead to the formation of localised hot spots. While filtration may remove some of the resulting deposits, it does not address the root cause. If the temperature problem persists, the oil will continue to degrade.

Final Thought

If oxidation is the slow ageing of oil, then thermal breakdown is its sudden collapse.

Understanding the difference is critical. Because, while you can manage oxidation, thermal breakdown demands intervention. Left unchecked, it doesn’t just degrade the oil – it removes its ability to function altogether. And when that happens, failure isn’t far behind.

Look out for part 5 of this series, where we explore microdieseling – the explosions you never hear, but your oil certainly does!

Please visit www.wearcheck.co.za or contact WearCheck on marketing@wearcheck.co.za  or +27 (31) 700-5460.

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The investors, led by former Ugandan Foreign Affairs Minister Henry Okello Oryem, met the president at State House to discuss investment opportunities and ways of expanding African led investment in Namibia. Speaking to journalists after the closed door meeting, Oryem said the delegation comprises investors who have already built successful businesses in Uganda and are now exploring what Namibia has to offer. “I am here with a delegation from Uganda to see how we could get strategic investors who are invested in Uganda and have been successful in Uganda, particularly African investors in the Pan-African spirit, to see the opportunities of investing in Namibia. We have strategic investors in the areas of energy, in the areas of agriculture, in the areas of youth empowerment and in ICT and security. They are all here,” said Oryem.

He said discussions with Nandi-Ndaitwah gave the delegation confidence that Namibia offers a favourable investment environment. “We think that it is a very good opportunity for this team to invest here in Namibia and create employment, pay taxes and let the benefits remain to the people of Namibia,” noted Oryem. He framed the visit as part of Uganda’s broader commitment to promoting African investment across the continent rather than relying solely on capital from outside Africa. “Our political ideology in Uganda is to, first and foremost, engage and do everything in the spirit of Pan-Africanism,” added Oryem.

In addition, Oryem noted his relationship with Nandi-Ndaitwah predates her presidency. “This is not my first time coming to Namibia. I have been close to the current president of Namibia since she became minister of foreign affairs,” explained Oryem. He further pointed to Uganda’s historical support for Namibia’s liberation struggle as a further motivation for the visit. Oryem said, “Our country contributed a lot to the freedom and the fight for Southern Africa, Namibia. We want to be part of the development and the transformation of Namibia.”

On regional trade, Oryem welcomed President Nandi-Ndaitwah’s continued emphasis on expanding trade among African countries through the African Continental Free Trade Area and said the East African Community and SADC should keep working together to remove barriers limiting trade and investment across the continent. He shared, “Those discussions have begun within SADC to see how there can be free movement of trade, opportunities and taxes within the spirit of intra-African trade.”

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The placement will see about 294.1 million new shares issued at $0.425 each, representing no discount to Wia Gold’s last traded price and a 2% discount to its five day volume weighted average price of $0.434. Combined with a proposed US$360 million debt facility from Sprott and existing cash reserves, the equity raise gives Wia a significantly stronger financial platform to progress Kokoseb from feasibility into construction.

The financing follows completion of the Definitive Feasibility Study, which confirmed robust project economics and a maiden probable ore reserve of 1.95 million ounces. The company says the latest capital will be directed towards pre production expenditure and workstreams aimed at reducing execution risk as development advances. The company’s Chief Executive Officer Henk Diederichs noted that the level of investor support reflects growing confidence in Kokoseb and its potential to become a major Namibian gold operation.

“The proceeds will be applied to pre-production capital and key workstreams that de-risk project execution. We thank our shareholders for their ongoing support as we advance Kokoseb towards becoming Namibia’s next major gold mine,” said Diederichs. Located about 320km by road from Windhoek in northwestern Namibia, Kokoseb has an updated mineral resource of 3.78 million ounces at 1.00 grams per tonne gold. The resource comprises an open pit component of 3.23 million ounces and an underground inferred resource of 0.56 million ounces.

Wia holds an 80% interest in Kokoseb through a joint venture with state owned Epangelo Mining Company. The project is designed around an initial 14 year mine life, with average production of 150,000 ounces a year during the first 10 years. First gold remains targeted for the fourth quarter of 2028. The immediate significance of the financing is therefore its timing. With the feasibility study completed and a substantial funding package being assembled, Kokoseb is moving into a phase where delivery rather than definition will determine its progress.

The placement remains subject to shareholder approval, which Wia expects to seek at a general meeting scheduled for late September or early October 2026. Kokoseb adds further momentum to a pipeline of projects capable of broadening the country’s gold production base. Wia Gold’s latest capital commitment brings its flagship project closer to the point where the scale of its resource can be translated into construction, production and long term economic value. The next milestone is executing the project that the latest funding package is designed to build.

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That discipline rests on more than fifty years of supplying critical infrastructure to private and public sector customers. “KSB Pumps and Valves employs sophisticated logistics techniques based on enterprise and manufacturing resource planning software from SAP, which has been specially adapted for the company’s needs,” said Johannes Tokwana, Sales Manager at SupremeServe. A decentralised stockholding model, anchored by a central support base in Johannesburg, ensures branches across South Africa can meet demand.

Service parts such as wear components, seals and hydraulic parts need regular replacement and while keeping fast moving items in stock is straightforward, Tokwana says having them in the right place at the right time is the harder, more essential discipline, one built on structured supply chain planning and forecasting. Beyond South Africa, KSB Pumps and Valves operates across Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia, Namibia and Angola, with agency support in Ghana, markets often heavily mining driven or grappling with water scarcity. “For us, the human factor is vitally important, with our branches and sales partners still required to regularly visit their customers and identify fast moving and critical items,” explained Tokwana.

The same principle applies regionally, where fast moving parts are identified through installed base data and service history, with critical components prioritised and emergency logistics arranged to protect uptime. “In areas where, for example, municipalities are battling ageing infrastructure and water shortages, or production plants rely on liquid pumping circuits, this type of responsiveness is essential,” added Tokwana. He noted that local manufacturing capability matters most when downtime cannot wait for overseas lead times. The company’s ultimate aim, he stresses, is collaborating with customers on preventative maintenance routines that keep infrastructure dependable long term.

According to Tokwana, the strategic logic is proximity. “By supporting customers from within the continent and coordinating regionally, the company reduces its dependency on longer international supply chains. This is particularly important in remote African operations where logistics can be unpredictable. That is the critical role that KSB SupremeServe plays to close the loop between manufacture, installation and long term operation. That means ensuring the right part is available in the right place at the right time, whether that is Johannesburg, Cape Town, Kitwe or Nairobi,” concluded Tokwana.

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Under the agreement, BWCAM could contribute up to US$51 million in staged funding to speed exploration and development of the Brandberg West polymetallic prospecting licence, held by Andrada’s wholly owned subsidiary Grace Timon Investments. In return, BWCAM secures a 49 percent stake in Andrada Investments, giving the partnership a direct financial stake in the project’s success. Work on the ground is already advancing. Geophysical surveys and reverse circulation drilling across the historical tailings storage facility are complete, while diamond drilling and sampling to test mineral extraction from waste streams are under way.

Andrada Mining’s Chief Executive Anthony Viljoen called the clearance a pivotal step. He said, “The unconditional approval from the NaCC represents another important step in unlocking the potential of Brandberg West. Our partnership with BWCAM combines Andrada’s Namibian operating and geological expertise with ACAM’s investment capabilities to advance the project systematically.” The company noted that further market updates will follow in due course.

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The South African mining sector has made meaningful progress in opening operational roles to women but inclusion is now entering a more demanding phase. It is no longer defined by access alone but by how effectively the industry supports women through the realities that shape their careers. Pregnancy is one of those defining moments and how mining responds to it will determine whether the sector retains the talent it has worked hard to attract.

When an operational worker announces her pregnancy, safety protocols rightly require her to step away from high risk environments such as underground operations or heavy machinery. These measures are essential, yet the transition is often abrupt and can leave expecting mothers feeling disconnected from their roles and teams. What is frequently treated as a temporary disruption should instead be recognised as a strategic moment to reinforce inclusion and retention.

Light duty remains one of the most underutilised opportunities in this transition. Too often it is reduced to low value administrative tasks that fail to reflect the capability of the individual. This approach diminishes the employee’s sense of purpose and overlooks a critical window for development. Reassignment should be intentional and structured, allowing expecting mothers to expand their skills in areas that strengthen both their current roles and their future career pathways.

Time away from physically demanding work can be used to build competencies in digital tools, planning processes and communication skills that are increasingly central to modern mining operations. It also creates space for contributions such as mentoring, safety awareness and team coordination. Approached correctly, this period becomes one of growth rather than pause and employees return with broader capabilities and renewed confidence.

Support must also extend beyond the months spent at work during pregnancy. The transition into maternity leave and the return that follows are equally critical points that shape long term retention. Many women experience concern about losing momentum, relevance or job security during this time and these concerns can be addressed through simple but deliberate interventions.

Structured handovers before leave and targeted reintegration sessions on return maintain continuity and alignment within teams. Workforce planning should be handled with clarity and transparency, ensuring that temporary role coverage does not create uncertainty about long term job security. When replacements are positioned as development opportunities for others rather than permanent shifts, it strengthens both individual confidence and team capability.

At its core, supporting expecting mothers is not a complex policy challenge but a reflection of how the industry values its people. Mining remains physically demanding and high pressure and pregnancy adds another layer of strain that cannot be ignored. A response grounded in empathy, flexibility and clear communication signals that employees are valued beyond their immediate output.

Women who feel supported during this period are more likely to return with stronger commitment and loyalty, directly influencing retention in technical and operational roles. In a sector where skilled talent is both critical and scarce, this is not only a social imperative but a business one.

Mining companies that move beyond compliance and embed genuine support into their operations will set a new benchmark for inclusion. In doing so, they ensure that motherhood is not seen as a disruption to a mining career but as part of a workforce journey the industry is fully equipped to support.

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Scheduled mid-October at the Park Plaza Westminster, London, this year’s programme is the most comprehensive in the conference’s history, spanning critical industry sectors, drawing an exceptional calibre of investors, and backed by unprecedented sponsor support.

AFSIC 2026 will feature an extensive programme of panels, presentations, and dedicated sessions covering the sectors driving Africa’s investment story, including: mining and economic impact, fintech and crypto, Sovereign credit ratings and local currency bond markets, insurance, healthcare, microfinance, education, power, infrastructure and sustainable development.

With two full days of content augmented by exceptional networking sessions both structured and free flowing, delegates will have the opportunity to engage with the sectors shaping the continent’s economic future, all under one roof.

AFSIC continues to attract a diverse and high-quality mix of investors from around the world, including institutional investors, development finance institutions, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, and family offices.

The conference’s Meet the Investor sessions and Fund Spotlight will once again connect fund managers and businesses directly with the capital they need to grow, with even more investors confirmed to attend in 2026 than in previous years.

AFSIC 2026 will also showcase many countries with sponsored investment summits highlighting country specific opportunities and investment climates.

This year’s event enjoys exceptional support from across the sector ecosystem. New and returning sponsors include British International Investment (BII) as sponsors of the MAD event, and welcomes back Brand SA, Casablanca Finance City, SAID Business School, Manufacturing Africa, DTOS, Africa Eats, BVI Finance, UKGCC, Icecap, Meritas, Verdant Capital, Numeral, UKGCC and Strafin as well as fabulous support from new sponsors – Africa legal risk, Aqua Spark, First Mutual, Niofar Consulting, Pro Serve, Aabey House and Tola.

Sponsored panels from BVI Finance and CareEdge add further depth to the programme, reflecting the breadth of institutions choosing to align with AFSIC’s platform in 2026.

With demand for places growing and the agenda more comprehensive than ever, AFSIC 2026 promises to be an unmissable gathering for anyone invested in Africa’s future. Early registration is strongly encouraged.

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah used the platform to draw a clear line between progress and performance, positioning mining as both a stabilising force in the present economy and a decisive driver of what comes next. “Mining remains a cornerstone of our economy and a critical enabler of the Eighth Administration’s target of creating 500,000 jobs under NDP6,” said Nandi-Ndaitwah. The three day gathering, running from 4 to 6 August 2026, has brought together government, industry leaders, investors and technology providers at a moment when alignment is no longer optional. The presence of a record 222 exhibitors signals strong investor appetite but it also underscores the scale of expectation now placed on the sector to convert interest into tangible outcomes.

Recent performance offers a solid foundation. The sector contributed 14% to GDP and generated N$7.8 billion in tax revenue in 2025, reflecting a 37% increase from the previous year. Yet the President’s message was clear that strong numbers must now translate into broader economic impact that is visible beyond balance sheets. Through the Namibia Public Private Forum, the industry has already committed to creating more than 18,000 direct jobs and mobilising US$2.865 billion in new investments. What is changing is the pace at which those commitments are expected to materialise and the level of accountability attached to them.

“Namibia’s mineral resources must increasingly serve as a catalyst for industrialisation, local beneficiation and long term socio economic development,” noted President Nandi-Ndaitwah. She reinforced a strategic direction that places value addition and domestic impact at the centre of mining policy. Momentum within the sector is becoming more tangible. The President pointed to developments in the uranium space, including Bannerman Energy’s Etango project and Deep Yellow’s Tumas project, as indicators of sustained investment confidence and a strengthening project pipeline. As one of the world’s leading uranium producers, Namibia is positioning itself to capture greater value across the supply chain rather than remaining primarily an exporter of raw materials.

The address also extended beyond production metrics to the sustainability of the workforce. The President called for the expedited finalisation of the Occupational Health and Safety Bill, the establishment of occupational health centres across the country and improved post retirement medical support for mine workers. These interventions signal a more comprehensive approach to ensuring that the benefits of mining endure beyond operational life cycles. She further urged companies to take a longer view of employee empowerment by equipping long serving workers with the skills, capital and opportunities needed to diversify into other sectors of the economy. The intention is to anchor mining more firmly within a broader, more resilient economic ecosystem.

Following the official opening, Nandi-Ndaitwah toured the exhibition, engaging directly with exhibitors and gaining insight into the technologies and innovations shaping the sector. The exhibition floor reflects an industry in transition, where digitalisation, automation and integrated systems are becoming central to competitiveness and operational efficiency. What is emerging from the Mining Expo is a clearer picture that mining is firmly positioned to drive Namibia’s growth but the real measure now lies in how decisively it delivers. The policy framework is in place, investor interest is strong and the sector’s strategic importance is undisputed. Execution has emerged as the defining variable and the speed at which ambition translates into tangible outcomes now sets the pace.

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Micromine’s General Manager Africa, Middle East and Europe, Michelle Beetar set the tone by highlighting both the composition of the room and the direction of travel. “75% of the people using our software includes geologists and that tells you where the transformation is happening,” said Beetar. She emphasised that both open pit and underground operations are being redefined through connected systems that bring data closer to decision making. “From geology to production we are seeing a complete shift and Nexus is about bringing artificial intelligence and automation into that flow in a practical way,” noted Beetar.

The technical depth behind this shift was further unpacked in a session led by Paula Mierzwa of the Addison Group, titled ‘How Certain Are Our Ounces’. Her focus on assessing resource uncertainty through conditional simulation brought sharper context to the role of modelling in modern mining. “The conversation is not about choosing one over the other but understanding how each method supports better decision making,” noted Mierzwa, as she explored the balance between simulation and kriging. Her emphasis remained firmly on risk mitigation. “If we can simulate outcomes before we commit in the field we reduce uncertainty and improve confidence across the value chain,” she added, pointing to case study work that demonstrated how refined modelling leads to more reliable resource estimates.

Real world application followed with a focused look at digital mine planning. In a session on the digital mine planning journey with Micromine Spry, Abdul Momade of Vulcan Mozambique shared insights from the Moatize coal mine. “We needed faster planning and more innovative solutions to address the limitations we face in mining and this is where the system is delivering,” said Momade. Automated scheduling and rapid scenario generation are already changing how the mine operates. “The flexibility and robustness of the software allow us to optimise constraints and that is translating into real business impact and increased production,” explained Momade.

Momentum carried into discussions around scheduling and execution. Jonathan Dzah of AngloGold Ashanti presented on the benefits realised so far from using Micromine Alastri, with a strong emphasis on the new user experience. “We have reduced scheduling time by around sixty percent and that is a major shift for us,” said Dzah. Beyond speed, he pointed to stronger alignment between teams and improved operational clarity. “Better visualisation is helping us bridge the gap between what happens in the office and what happens on the ground,” said Dzah. He also highlighted the growing role of data driven planning. Dzah noted, “We are now using historical data to test scenarios more rapidly and that flexibility is improving the quality of our decisions.”

The day also broadened into a wider systems perspective through discussions on connected mining. Presentations covering integrated platforms including Fast2Mine, Advance, Pitram and Motion Metrics reinforced the role of technology in building a modern, responsive mine. These systems are increasingly working together to deliver real time visibility, improved safety oversight and tighter operational control, further strengthening the link between planning and execution.

Across all sessions, a consistent theme emerged. Mining companies are moving beyond digital experimentation towards embedded systems that deliver speed, clarity and resilience. The integration of artificial intelligence, advanced modelling and automated planning is not only improving operational efficiency but also redefining how decisions are made across the mine lifecycle. As the conference continues, the focus is expected to deepen on how these technologies can be scaled and sustained. Day one has already made it evident that the future of mining will be shaped by those who can seamlessly connect data, people and processes into a unified operational strategy.

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