New lab at Limpopo

The University of Limpopo (UL) opened new, state-of-the-art science laboratories in the Earth Science Building on April 22, 2026 backed by a R5 million investment from African Rainbow Minerals. The upgrades significantly boost research and teaching capacity in Geology, Mining, Geography and Environmental Studies. The upgraded facilities feature three distinct laboratory hubs namely...

ARM Microscope Laboratory - Equipped with approximately 24 petrographic microscopes for practical training in mineralogy, petrology, and rock analysis.

ARM Research Laboratory - A dedicated computer lab for postgraduate students, complete with desktop computers and specialized geological software.

ARM Computer and Innovation Laboratory - Features 80 undergraduate workstations for digital learning, advanced mining-specific modeling, and simulations.