Mining Weekly – Energy balancing act highlighted
While Zimbabwe is well placed to take advantage of growing demand for critical minerals associated with the global energy transition, the country’s unstable energy supply requires urgent intervention. Read the full article HERE
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Great potential in Zim Mining despite challenges
Great potential in Zim Mining despite challenges Most of Zimbabwe’s electricity is generated by coal-fired thermal power plants and hydropower plants, with the total generating capacity exceeding 2 000 MW. However, Sitefane notes that the country is producing only about 1 400 MW because of regular breakdowns at its thermal power stations, while water shortages affect its main hydropower plant. Hence, the unstable supply of electricity poses a significant challenge for the mining sector. Read the Full Article Here
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Weighing up renewable energy
With the South African mining sector facing obstacles in terms of securing reliable and sustainable electricity, a clear view of the opportunities and challenges of integrating renewable energy into mining operations to fortify the sector’s contribution to the economy, is necessary, advises law firm Sitef and Co’s director Mihlali Sitefane and representative Njabulo Mchunu. Read the full article HERE
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