African Mining April 2020 | Page 5

CONTENTS  IN THIS MONTH'S ISSUE Like and follow us on these social media platforms: African Mining Publication African Mining 16 10 COUNTRY IN FOCUS MINE EXCURSION ORION REMOULDS AN OLD FOOTPRINT: Orion Minerals’ Prieska copper and zinc project is one of the most exciting developments in South Africa. BOTSWANA: A PRIME EXPLORATION DESTINATION Botswana needs to expand its scope to remain competitive in the African mining and exploration segment and it’s doing just that. 20 OPERATIONS CO 24 VER STO RY OPERATIONS BISIE SHINES BRIGHT A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH While a number of exploration companies in Africa are still looking to get a foot in the door, the tin processing plant at Bisie mine is close to running at full tilt. A well-functioning heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system in a mine is non-negotiable when it comes to creating a safe working environment for mine workers. 30 IN THE STOPE RISK BUILDING BRIDGES TO LURE INVESTORS DEALING WITH SNAKEBITES Snakebites are a serious risk and something the mining team in an open pit should constantly be aware of. www. africanmining.co.za 34 African Mining Publication Sierra Leone is on a major drive to develop the mining industry, In his keynote address at the 2020 Investing in African Mining Indaba, President Julius Maada Bio told investors what the country has to offer and why they should invest. African Mining African Mining  April 2020  3