The 65R-1 features an H-frame undercarriage and a choice of tracks for strength, durability, and flexibility (Photo: JCB)

JCB has introduced to market a 6.5 tonne reduced tail swing midi excavator, both anticipating the growing global demand for compact excavators and meeting operator demands for greater durability, efficiency and productivity.

The Stamigold Biharamulo mine is expected to produce 1,113 kg of gold in 2014. (Image source: Bill/Flickr)

Tanzania plans to increase gold production to 1,113 kg at the state-owned Stamigold Biharamulo mine

SEZ will focus on developing industries that use platinum as an input like jewellery, catalytic converters and fuel cell technology. (Image source: )

South Africa will establish a special economic zone (SEZ) at Rustenburg platinum belt in the northwest region of the country

North River Resources reported an increase in mineral resource estimate after a six-month drilling programme. (Image source: Vicki/Flickr)

Namibian exploration company North River Resources’ Namib lead-zinc mine’s mineral resource estimate has increased 36 per cent to 1.25mn tonnes