Die Hard!
Written By James Chona “I wouldn’t be here if you didn’t fire me.” These words, spoken to me some 13 years ago during a memorable lunch, have stayed with me ever since. A former colleague, dismissed for running a side business, had turned that setback into a stepping stone, thriving in the very business that […]
Upstream Strategy is a Necessary Condition
Penned by Tshepo Magagane There is this view in the West that “we will just buy the materials”! Have seen it in so many conversations (see comments in attached) – European industry is struggling to plan for the future – the most jarringly surprising thing was: 1. Strategy team at OEM is telling us “not […]
Aren’t You Tired of All These Masterclasses?
You might have more passport stamps than I do but nowhere in your travels have you seen a gravedigger hosting a masterclass on how to dig a hole. It’s because men’s success has been hijacked into showmanship about what you do at work and not what it helps you do in life. See, nobody hoards […]
Pangaea Securities Triumphs at 12th Private Equity Africa Awards
By Ceaser Siwale, Executive Director Pangaea Securities proudly stood as a beacon of excellence at the prestigious 12th Private Equity Africa (PEA) Awards in 2024, receiving multiple accolades for its groundbreaking advisory services. Recognized for its transformative role in Africa’s capital markets, Pangaea’s innovative approach to complex transactions has cemented its reputation as a trailblazer. […]
We’re Here for the Comments, Never the Solutions
Has it occurred to you that men are not as rabid as they used to be toward a woman they considered improperly dressed? Make no mistakes about it, this still happens but something has tamed their temperament not only toward women but life in general. What do you think happened to those boys that catcalled […]
The Joy That Comes From Giving
Often are times we take for granted the things we feel are not worth appreciating. Some say happiness lies in our hands, but how is that? Is it By giving… even the little we think is not worth could be worth it to the next person. Giving cheerfully allows individuals to see the direct impact […]
Exploration to Production Best of Class Case Study in Africa
By Tshepo Magagane Exploration to Production Best of Class Case Study in Africa (Large Scale Mining Preparation) – I cannot begin to put in words the work that Dr Mulenga has already put into this project. Remember, the orebody is 100km – the reserve he has defined is just for 4km – a month back […]
ESG Pontifications
By Mahongo Chilembo & Tshepo Magagane ESG Pontifications – not about “child labour” – it is about Social, which is Driven by Governance… …then the Environment will be taken care of. When you drive from Mansa to the mine, you can see very little economic activity! This will be a Large Scale Mine that has […]