Modern Quarrying Q1 2024

With the support of Volvo CE and its dealer partners, women across Africa are pursuing careers in the traditionally male-dominated field of mechanics, enhancing their opportunities in life, and delivering outstanding aftermarket service for customers. Modern Quarrying celebrates some of these women. A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR FEMALE SERVICE TECHNICIANS IN AFRICA

V olvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is on a mission to “build the world we want to live in”. This vision encompasses not only a commitment to sustainability and connectivity but also an unwavering dedication to achieving gender equality within the company. A few years ago, Volvo CE set an ambitious target to have at least 35% female leaders and employees by 2024. To this end, the company has implemented significant initiatives to encourage women, especially young women, to consider careers in the construction equipment industry. Since then, Volvo CE has witnessed remarkable progress, not only within its own ranks but also among its network of dealer partners. Equality begins with education The Ghabbour Foundation for Development, established by GB Auto, the parent company of Volvo CE’s Egyptian dealer Ghabbour, for example, is working tirelessly to bridge the gender gap in vocational education. Out of

QUARRYING INDUSTRY

Lonah from Babcock in South Africa.