Mining in Africa has developed extensively over the past few centuries, reaching exponential proportions in the past few decades. The expansion of the mining industry in recent years has accelerated the need for efficient processes from exploration to production, including strict quality controls, mining production optimization, and professional equipment capable of meeting the needs of even the most remote mines. Turnkey solutions have taken center stage in an environment where good corporate governance and regulatory standards are paramount in safeguarding the production of quality metals and minerals, thus requiring credible and trustworthy testing and inspections professional bodies that meet the needs of the mining industry and clients alike.