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Junior Mining Indaba 2026: Minrom is attending!Over the past five years, the Junior Mining Indaba has mirrored the indus...
04/06/2026

Junior Mining Indaba 2026: Minrom is attending!

Over the past five years, the Junior Mining Indaba has mirrored the industry’s shifts. From the COVID reset of 2021–2022, when digital proved no substitute for face to face engagement, through the capital rebound of 2023 and the fierce competition of 2024–2025, one lesson stands out: juniors must prove credibility earlier, and investors are scrutinising geology more closely than ever.

This year in Johannesburg, discussions centre on four themes:
- The strategic role of juniors in Africa’s mining economies.
- Critical metals demand shaped by global commodity outlooks.
- Investor perspectives, with capital flowing only to projects backed by robust models and early de-risking.
- ESG and sustainability, now a technical requirement even for smaller operations.

For Minrom, the reality is clear: exploration is under pressure, timelines are tighter yet geological integrity cannot be compromised. ESG is about accountability backed by evidence, not promises. Partnerships matter but only succeed when built on solid technical foundations.

Discovery is exciting, but credibility is what earns trust. Juniors who combine structural geology, integrated modelling, and sound ESG practices will stand out in shaping Africa’s future.

The 2026 Indaba makes it clear: juniors are strategic, demand for critical metals is urgent, and confidence is built not on assumptions, but on proof.

Come meet our General Manager, Graham Duncan at the Junior Mining Indaba next week!

Case Study: Technical Due Diligence for a Copper-Cobalt Mining Operation in the DRCMinrom Consulting recently carried ou...
02/06/2026

Case Study: Technical Due Diligence for a Copper-Cobalt Mining Operation in the DRC

Minrom Consulting recently carried out a technical due diligence audit for a copper-cobalt mining operation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which was designed to validate mineral resource data against NI 43 101 reporting standards in order to give the client more confidence in their geological models and support long-term mineral resource management.

Situated in the Katanga Copper Belt of the Lufilian Arc, the deposit hosts copper and cobalt mineralisation in strata-bound ore zones of the Mines Subgroup.

Minrom’s audit involved rigorously verifying the geological models, recalculating mineral grade estimations, performing a geostatistical analysis, and running a complete data validation process. A visual verification of the boreholes was performed, sample rejects were re-analysed and block models recalculated using re-estimated geological parameters.

This process helped identify inconsistencies and Minrom recommended practical steps to the client; build a metallurgical model to optimise extraction within the mine plan; and implement of a centralised Mineral Resource Management system to tighten data control, and improve resource management and decision-making.

By validating technical data and providing actionable strategies, the review gave the mine a stronger foundation for resource management, improving resource confidence and therefore positioning the operation to attract investment and manage copper-cobalt production more sustainably going forward.

Read more on this project: https://minrom.com/technical-due-diligence-for-a-copper-cobalt-deposit-in-the-drc/

Minrom will be at WAMPEX 2026 – Accra, GhanaWe are excited to join WAMPEX next week, one of West Africa’s most important...
29/05/2026

Minrom will be at WAMPEX 2026 – Accra, Ghana

We are excited to join WAMPEX next week, one of West Africa’s most important gatherings for the mining and energy sectors. What began as a trade show has grown into a space where governments, industry leaders, and innovators come together to shape the future of mining and tackle the sector’s biggest challenges.

For Minrom, it’s inspiring to see this shift. WAMPEX is now a hub for sustainable growth, smarter technology, and renewable energy integration across heavy industry. With workshops, technical sessions, and international pavilions, it’s where partnerships are built and workable strategies emerge.

West Africa is central to the critical-minerals boom, and events like WAMPEX help ensure that growth is responsible, resilient, and community-focused. Minrom is proud to be part of these conversations, unlocking Africa’s resources responsibly while protecting the future.

Bethegood Food Drive: A Child’s Development Depends on Consistent NutritionFor many children in Fraserburg, the soup kit...
28/05/2026

Bethegood Food Drive: A Child’s Development Depends on Consistent Nutrition

For many children in Fraserburg, the soup kitchen is their main source of nourishment, both during school terms and holidays. It provides daily meals that young growing bodies and developing minds require, especially during the long winter break.

Underprivileged children of the Karoo depend on community support to get through the season. Every bag of groceries, every tin of food, and every shared message makes a significant difference to the children.

By supporting Be The Good’s Food Drive and donating nourishing food, we can keep the soup kitchen stocked, extend relief to homes and ensure the children in Fraserburg have the sustenance needed to get through a more comforting winter and build a stronger future.

Learn how you can be part of this effort at www.bethegood.co.za or email [email protected].

The biggest lightning risk in the field, is underestimating It.Lightning is one of nature’s most unpredictable forces. A...
26/05/2026

The biggest lightning risk in the field, is underestimating It.

Lightning is one of nature’s most unpredictable forces. A strike can hit kilometres away and catch workers off guard easily. On exploration sites, geophysical survey sites, and mining operations rigs, the presence of conductive materials greatly increases the danger.

What makes lightning deceptive is its persistence. Even after the sky clears, lightning can still be a threat for at least 30 minutes. The residual electrical energy will look for a path, and if workers are holding tools, standing near machinery, or grouped together, they can become that path.

The first line of defence is awareness: weather forecasts and storm warnings must be taken seriously. All operations should stop the moment a thunderstorm alert is issued, and people must take shelter in a grounded building or an enclosed metal-topped vehicle.

If you are caught outdoors with no shelter in sight, move away from tall natural lightning rods such as trees, power lines, metal objects and partial shelters. Avoid open fields, water and high grounds. If possible, shelter under a thick growth or shorter trees. In open areas, seek shelter in low places such as a valley or ravine. Put down all tools, and if in a group, ensure you stand several metres away from others

More importantly, look out for each other. Lightning safety is collective: spotting hazards, warning others and respecting the storm are professional duties, not optional behaviours. The biggest risk is underestimating the storm.



Sources referenced:
Energize Magazine. Keeping miners safe from lightning (2021)
Loofal Protech Solution. Complete Lightning Protection for Mines (2023)
The biggest lightning risk in the field, is underestimating it.6)
SMEI Projects. Earthing, Bonding & Lightning Protection: The Foundation of Electrical Safety (2026)

13/05/2026

There’s a difference between learning geology in theory and experiencing it in the field.

Fieldwork enables geologists to observe patterns, measure structures, record details on mineral assemblage, and build a real understanding of the local geology around them. In this video, Daniel Bussin shares a breakdown of some of the core tools geologists use during mapping and site visits, and why they still play such an important role in day-to-day fieldwork.

A closer look at the tools that help geologists turn field observations into reliable geological insight:
1. Geologist's Hammer, Scribe, Magnet, and Hand Lens: These tools help geologists closely examine the mineral composition and texture of rocks (petrography) in the field.
2. Compass: Used to measure orientations of geological structures, such as bedding planes and faults.
3. Notebook: Essential for recording observations, structural and petrographic notes, and creating sketches of the outcrop.
4. GPS: Allows for precise recording of measurement and observation locations, ensuring accurate mapping.

The tools themselves may seem simple, but knowing how and when to use them properly is where experience really starts to matter.

For those working in exploration or mapping, what was the first field tool you learned to rely on?

Every child deserves warmth this winter.Karoo winters are notoriously harsh, cold, and long. If you know Sutherland, you...
08/05/2026

Every child deserves warmth this winter.

Karoo winters are notoriously harsh, cold, and long. If you know Sutherland, you’ll understand — Fraserburg is right next door. Bitter cold becomes a real barrier to good health and makes learning even harder. A child who spends the night shivering is more likely to fall ill, miss school, and struggle to concentrate in class. Cold and hunger often go hand in hand. Something as simple as a beanie or a blanket can make all the difference.

That’s why Bethegood’s Beanie and Blanket Drive matters. By donating beanies, scarves, wool, and even gently used blankets — or by volunteering to knit — you will do more than ease a child’s winter. You will help build a future.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Be The Good and support the Beanie and Blanket Drive initiative, visit www.bethegood.co.za or email [email protected].

Stop letting algorithms guess your geology: Math builds the model, but structural geology drives the truth.At Minrom, we...
02/04/2026

Stop letting algorithms guess your geology: Math builds the model, but structural geology drives the truth.

At Minrom, we recently completed a Mineral Resource Update of a well-known Zambian Copper Project. A massive acknowledgement to our Technical Team for their exceptional work on the structural mapping, geological modelling, and Resource Estimation.

Implicit modelling is an incredibly powerful tool, but as many old-school resource modellers and true geostatisticians will tell you, letting a Radial Basis Function (RBF) algorithm run blindly with only one drill-hole intercept to draw from can lead to geo-fantasy. Previous models for the deposit relied solely on lithological contacts from drill hole data and then estimated grade, failing to integrate the complex polyphase deformation and structural information that profoundly affected the deposit's mineralogy.

To solve this, the team integrated structural mapping directly from the operational mine pit (pit wall mapping), combined with probabilistic grade modelling. By integrating this real-world pit mapping data with implicit modelling techniques in Leapfrog Geo, the team successfully modelled 19 discrete faults explicitly in 3D.

This established a robust structural framework that introduced accurate fault displacements into the lithological domains—directly controlling the implicit models rather than letting the RBF run unconstrained

The result? A significantly more accurate geological model where structural controls perfectly explain the observed mineralisation patterns, including high-grade structural feeder zones, erratic terminations, and localised thickening of the copper orebody.

It’s a great example of why mathematical algorithms must always be steered by hard structural data and real geological interpretations!

Are you relying on unconstrained implicit models, or is your structural data driving your geological framework? Reach out to the team at Minrom Consulting today to learn how we can bring true geological control to your resource models, or drop your thoughts and experiences with structural implicit modelling in the comments below!

22/03/2026

Be The Good is dedicated to assisting children in the Fraserburgh and Williston Communities. Through past donations, we’ve been able to action the following of our diverse programs:

• Early Childhood Development: fostering early childhood development through the provision of essential school supplies.
• Humanitarian Drives: standing in for the closed soup kitchens during June/July and December holidays, hygiene kit distributions, beanie knitting initiatives, and winter clothing collections.
• Impactful Initiatives: by auctioning local art pieces to showcase local talent and fund programs, we transform small acts of kindness into significant regional growth.

Make a donation to support our mission before 28 February 2026, and receive a Section 18A certificate from BTG, which allows for a reduction in the taxable income and significant corporate tax savings. With your donations, Be The Good can create sustainable change and brighter futures for children in need.

Thank you to all our past supporters, and the hard-working teachers and workers in the soup kitchen in the Fraserburg and Williston area for your dedication.

Please contact us on https://bethegood.co.za/contact or email us at [email protected] and make your donations today, and benefit from a stress-free end of financial year.

Together, we can sustain underprivileged communities in the Karoo. For many children in Williston and Fraserburg, the so...
17/03/2026

Together, we can sustain underprivileged communities in the Karoo.

For many children in Williston and Fraserburg, the soup kitchen serves as their primary source of food during the school holidays. Our NGO, Bethegood, started the Food Drive initiative to help provide relief to these children in the Karoo, who rely on the kindness of the community for sustenance during holiday seasons.

Join Minrom and Be The Good in supporting this initiative by donating nutritious food to help meet the needs of children during the upcoming June/July school holidays.

Contact us or Bethegood to get involved.

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