Dundee Precious Metals

AR party calls on government to declare a public health emergency in Tsumeb

The Affirmative Repositioning party has called on the government to declare a public health emergency in Tsumeb following a recent study by the University of Bern, Switzerland, which revealed alarming levels of arsenic contamination in the town’s soil, plants, and residents. John Johannes, an AR activist for the Oshikoto Region, urged the government to prioritise the medical needs of affected residents in a statement on Monday. Activist Rob Parker […]

January 29, 2025 38

Business / Economics

Economic and Social Justice Trust Discusses ReconAfrica Allegations

Rob Parker from the Economic and Social Justice Trust of Namibia spoke with Future Media News and revealed that ReconAfrica has faced serious allegations, including falsifying community consultations and delaying legal cases since 2022. Parker mentioned a petition and also highlighted concerns from international stakeholders about the company’s operations impacting Canada's $1.4 billion investment in Namibia and Botswana alongside that of Dundee Precious Metals in Tsumeb.

January 27, 2025 45

Business / Economics

Competition Commission Approves Dundee-Sinomine Merger with Employment Conditions

The Competition Commission has approved the merger between Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb Holdings and China’s Sinomine Resource Group, provided there are no retrenchments of Namibian employees for three years. The companies must also maintain a minimum ratio of 92% local employees to foreign employees. NaCC spokesperson: Dina //Gowases.

August 23, 2024 60

Business / Economics

Mining expo focuses on expansion opportunities

The 11th edition of the Mining Expo & Conference 2024 is underway in Windhoek, bringing together industry experts in the mining sector. Speaking at the event, Zebra Kasete, Vice President of the Chamber of Mines and Managing Director of Dundee Precious Metals in Tsumeb, highlighted that the surge in the uranium sub-sector is driving expansion opportunities in the mining industry. During the opening of the expo on Wednesday, […]

August 7, 2024 49