Joburg Indaba Hall of Fame Welcomes July Ndlovu as 2025 Inductee
Johannesburg, 9 October 2025 – Resources 4 Africa is proud to announce the induction of July Ndlovu, CEO of Thungela Resources, into the Joburg Indaba South African Mining Hall of…
6 coal billionaires in Africa you didn’t even know existed
Coal may be dirty, outdated and under attack from climate activists across the globe, but in Africa it remains the cornerstone of electricity supply, jobs and private fortunes; and behind…
The 3rd annual London Indaba sets the stage for high-stakes conversations on mining, critical minerals and investment in the continent’s future
With African critical minerals taking centre stage in the global energy transition, the 3rd annual London Indaba is set to be one of the most important industry gatherings of the…
Establishment of an africa expert panel
Background The Government of South Africa assumed the G20 Presidency from the beginning of December 2024 until the end of November 2025. The G20 comprises 19 of the world’s most…
Forgotten influence in the mining industry – the procurement mafia
It is understandably popular public opinion that the construction mafia is associated with the traditional sector of construction and the built environment. However, its influence is a highly negative phenomenon…
Confluence of geopolitics, energy and trade is driving change in African mining industry
The African mining sector is at an exciting juncture in 2025. Three macro trends are converging simultaneously within the industry, creating opportunities for mining operators, African governments and communities alike.…
Unearthing solutions: Battling the menace of illegal mining
For close to 150 years, mining has been the backbone of the South African economy, contributing approximately 7.5% of gross domestic product and around 60% of total exports. However, this…
Natural gas – the right transition fuel for South Africa
A recent policy brief, “Natural Gas as a Transition Fuel in South Africa”, produced by Eye for Business, minced no words concerning the need to access and use that plentiful…
Business interruption is the top risk for the oil & gas sector in 2024
Business Interruption is the primary concern for the oil & gas sector in 2024, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. It is followed by Energy Crisis (34%), Climate Change (32%),…
SSC Group acquires controlling interest in Lesedi Drilling & Mining Contracting Company
Johannesburg , 3 June 2024 — The SSC Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of the controlling interest in Lesedi Drilling & Mining Contracting Company and its subsidiaries. This…
Key trends shaping the mining and metals sector in Southern Africa, Part 1
This five-part blog series explores how executives are thinking strategically across five key themes for their businesses: growth and portfolio diversification, digital, resilience in uncertain business environment, navigating pathways to…