Afrimat Limited presents its second ESG Report: Showcasing ongoing commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices
Afrimat, a leading mid-tier mining and materials company providing Bulk Commodities, Construction Materials, Industrial Minerals and Future Materials and Metals, recently published the Group’s second Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) Report for the F2024 financial year. The report was released in conjunction with the Group’s Integrated Annual Report. Operating in the mid-tier mining sector, Afrimat […]
Afrimat road repairs from Mzinti to Madadeni
In August 2023, Afrimat Nkomati Mine finalized the decision to take responsibility for repairing the road from Mzinti to Madadeni, Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga. The condition of the road had deteriorated to an almost undrivable state, which was jeopardizing future sales and service delivery by private trucking operators. Repairing the road intended to achieve a pre-defined set […]
Data-driven mining in action at bulk commodities
The pursuit of efficiency has been a paramount driving force at Afrimat over the past couple of years. Our recent mining conference showcased just how spectacular our journey has been. Our relentless pursuit of efficiency, particularly in the realm of our fixed plants, has yielded remarkable results with some plants more than doubling their output. […]
Nkomati anthracite mine: Mangweni underground decline shaft project
In early 2021, Afrimat commenced the underground mining phase at Nkomati. With the tarnished history of the mine and underground mining in general, it was a bold step forward. The primary objective of this project was to access 20 million tons of high-grade anthracite coal, which could not be mined by opencast due to the […]
The Afrimat Worcester lab: ensuring excellence in construction materials
At Afrimat, quality assurance and laboratory testing are fundamental to the safety, durability, and performance of infrastructure projects. Our Afrimat Worcester Lab plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our aggregates meet the highest standards, safeguarding public safety and enhancing the overall quality of construction. The Importance of Quality Assurance in Aggregate Testing Quality assurance […]
ACI reflects marginal decline in first quarter 2024
Johannesburg, 11 June 2024 – Afrimat, the JSE-listed mid-tier mining and materials company providing construction materials, industrial minerals, bulk commodities, and future materials and metals, has released the findings of its Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) for the first quarter of 2024. The ACI is a composite index of the activity level within the building and […]
Teamwork and logistical planning make the dream work
At Afrimat, we take immense pride in consistently delivering high-quality products and services. Our recent project at the Maersk container depot in Cape Town stands as a testament to our commitment and the exceptional teamwork of our dedicated staff. Collaborative efforts drive the Maersk Container Depot Project Our teams from the Kliprug Quarry and Wetton, […]
Assisting to keep Transnet on track
The Vryheid Aggregates team. Back: M Coleman (Quarry Manager), B Simelane, N Mavuso, S Mthembu, P Shabalala, R Kuhl and H Labuschagne (inset). Middle: M Zwane, F Mdlalose, L Simelane, S Mbatha, P Zulu and K Khumalo. Front: B van Deventer, G Shabalala, P Zwane, S Mkhwanazi and C Ndwandwe In the heart of South […]
Bethlehem Quarry: a testament to turnaround success
Back, from left: Walter Khasabe, Jacob Ngozo, Elmien Johnson, Potha Nhlapo and Solomon Motloung Middle, from left: Lize Spies, Junior Lengoabala, Eric Mahlabe, George Ntjoboko, William Motsima and Piet Letsotlhe Front, from left: Samuel Tlali, Wynand van Zyl, Apolo Tshabalala, Izak van Schalkwyk and Eric Maduna Afrimat Bethlehem Quarry has undergone an impressive transformation. Thanks […]
Rising from the ashes: the journey of KZN Readymix
The KZN Readymix team’s performance improved year-on-year due to the hard work and dedication of our sales department, in conjunction with the operations and maintenance teams. The performance would not have been possible had it not been for infrastructure development projects in our respective areas. We are proud of our team and their turnaround not […]