Sand solution could cut mining cost in Botswana

De Beers diamond mine in Jwaneng, Botswana. Copyright: Esther Dyson on Flickr

[MAUN, BOTSWANA] Researchers in Botswana have converted ordinary sand into specialized mining chemicals that could slash the country’s mining operational costs by a third while ending its dependence on imported chemicals. Scientists at the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) have developed a chemical compound for mineral extraction using locally sourced sand —…

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Partnerships key to collaborating for impactful outcomes: A Conversation with Abraham Mathodi, Botswana

African scientists are trying to elevate their global presence through innovative partnerships. Copyright: Image by Freepik In an exclusive video interview, Abraham Mathodi, Acting Deputy Director of Botswana’s Ministry of Communications, Knowledge and Technology, discusses the crucial role of partnerships in addressing Africa’s challenges through science. He explains how Botswana benefits from the Science Granting Councils…

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