Joint venture to develop Kongoni deposit

Amid anticipated growth in global manganese demand, driven by steel production and emerging green energy technologies, commodities investment company Menar will undertake a joint venture with... 

Manganese remains a key critical mineral

Manganese will continue to play an important role in the commodities value chain because of its use in steel and batteries, says French multinational mining and metallurgy company Eramet. The... 

Growth potential, challenges presented in West Africa

West Africa’s mining and industrial sectors are characterised by growth and challenges, says multinational banking and financial services provider Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB)... 

Regional growth prospects remain positive

Long-term growth prospects in West Africa remain positive, says security research organisation the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), with the scenarios emerging from its African Futures and... 

Forestry value chain innovations can help mitigate effects of climate change

Given the climate crisis in South Africa and around the world, tertiary education institution University of Pretoria’s (UP’s) Technology and Innovation senior lecturer Dr Schalk Grobbelaar argues... 

Businesses could enable environment-friendly future – consultants

Global professional services firm BDO South Africa asserts that the imperative for businesses to expedite their environmental commitments remains crucial to promoting sustainable growth. The firm... 

Technological solutions key to creating climate-resilient future

Leading subsurface software technology company Seequent highlights that technology solutions will assist in mitigating the global threat of climate change. Seequent, The Bentley Subsurface Company,... 

Private-equity investments could address water challenges

Mid-market private equity firm Agile Capital asserts that investors have a great opportunity to make sizable investments in the water sector and contribute towards the advancement of sustainable... 

Campaigns can help maximise water recovery – firm

In light of the recent surge of waterborne disease outbreaks, water shedding, supply disruptions and emerging water scarcity, water-solutions company Talbot positively embraces this year’s Water... 

Bespoke reservoirs could enhance water security

In light of the water crisis and the growing demand for water supply in the country, leading solutions-based water reservoir manufacturer Videx asserts that the construction of tailor-made water... 

Company aims to accelerate provision of basic human right

Amid South Africa’s water infrastructure crisis, global water solutions company Xylem says improving public awareness on water scarcity, quality and sustainability remain crucial in fast-tracking... 

Tyre repurposing tech floated for waste issues

Waste recycling and reuse plant developer Stellar3 reports that end-of-life mining vehicle tyres can pose significant challenges for the mining industry, as tyres are used for a lot of mining... 

Noncompliance causing environmental damage

With the need to improve environmental protection standards in South Africa’s mining sector casting a spotlight on implementation and compliance thereof, law firm Webber Wentzel partner and... 

Clean-coal technology highlighted

Deploying technology in the fossil fuels mining and consumption industries can accelerate innovative practices that are less harmful to the environment, consequently ensuring that coal is used... 

Filter press aids in water sustainability

Coal exploration and mining company Canyon Coal reports that its newly commissioned 40 t/h filter press at its Mpumalanga-based Gugulethu mine is assisting in improving its sustainable use of... 

Firm emphasises valorisation

To advance circularity and sustainability in the rubber manufacturing industry, leading rubber crumb manufacturer Mathe Group emphasises a strong focus on valorising waste rubber as a means of... 

Firm looks to diversify recycled product range, seeks new markets

Germiston-based rubber recycling company Dawhi Rubber Recycling, which has been in the rubber crumb business for 14 years, is conducting research into new innovations such as tyre-derived fuel,... 

2024 could be ‘turning point’ for infrastructure sector

Amid an evolving political landscape and the imminent challenges of an upcoming national election, Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) underscores the critical need to expedite infrastructure... 

Good governance key to addressing water infrastructure challenges

Transparency, accountability and good governance practices are critical to address the current water infrastructure crisis in South Africa, emphasises Talbot, a sustainable water solutions company.... 

S Africa’s infrastructure at a crossroads – council

Industry body Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) has emphasised the significance of maintenance as a proactive measure against further decay of South Africa’s infrastructure. The council... 

Health Dept calls for innovations, investments in public health sector to eliminate TB

The Deputy Minister of Health Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo has called for greater investments to support the Brics TB Research Network and expressed his support for innovations in therapeutics,... 

Mavuso Msimang’s resignation from ANC is regrettable – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed regret over Mavuso Msimang’s decision to resign as a member of the African National Congress (ANC).  Msimang was the Deputy President of the ANC Veterans... 

Motsoaledi extends Lesotho and Zimbabwe exemption permits

Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has announced the extension of exemption permits to Lesotho and Zimbabwe nationals living and working in South Africa for another two-years, ending... 

IFP blasts KZN Premier over ‘evasive’ response to details on land lease agreements

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has criticised KwaZulu-Natal Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube for providing an “evasive” and “sarcastic” response to its parliamentary questions on land lease agreements... 

Hawks head calls for resources to help investigate over 19 000 cases, affirms support for NPA

The national head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, has expressed his confidence in the National Prosecuting Authority to take cases to... 

DA demands tougher public service sanctions after State loses R1.5bn to financial misconduct

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has appealed to the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) to enact tougher sanctions against financial misconduct on the part of public servants and to... 

Parliament says progress made in restoring fire-damaged infrastructure, planned completion date November 2025

Parliament has said that progress is being made in the restoration of its infrastructure that was damaged by a major fire in 2022, with the planned completion date scheduled for November 28, 2025.... 

DA slams Eskom rebranding amid high electricity tariffs, loadshedding

The Democratic Alliance has expressed its disapproval of a tender recently issued by Eskom tasking suppliers to provide services for the design of a new logo and the development of a new corporate... 

Ramaphosa says battle against coal syndicates gaining traction

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the efforts by law enforcement agencies and the South African Revenue Service to bust coal smuggling syndicates operating in the country. Planned search and... 

Brenthurst Foundation survey shows decline in ANC support, mounting coalition support

A recent voter opinion survey conducted by think tank the Brenthurst Foundation, in collaboration with international strategic communications and campaigns consultancy SABI Strategy Group, has... 

Ramaphosa to attend Cairo Summit for Peace amid Israel-Palestine conflict

President Cyril Ramaphosa will attend the Cairo Summit for Peace on Saturday as the fighting between Israel and Hamas enters its second week.  On the invitation by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah... 

Pandor spoke with Hamas leader about aid, conflict mediation – Dirco

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has provided clarity on the discussion between Minister Naledi Pandor and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. Dirco said Pandor received a request... 

International Relations Committee chairperson appeals for peace in Gaza Strip

Amid ongoing hostilities between Israel and Palestine, the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation has expressed its concern at what it holds are “the grave atrocities... 

Ex SAA board chairperson Dudu Myeni arrested on charges of fraud and corruption

Former South African Airways Board chairperson Dudu Myeni was arrested on Friday on charges of corruption and fraud exceeding R300 000 for gratifications offered and received from Bosasa and its... 

Presidency honours Aziz Pahad with official funeral

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that former politician and anti-apartheid activist Aziz Pahad will be granted a Special Official Funeral Category 2 on Saturday. Pahad, who served as the... 

DA wants Mbalula in prison for contempt of court

The Democratic Alliance has condemned the African National Congress’  “latest attempt to defy a court order” compelling it to make public its cadre deployment records, as a consequence, the DA will... 

ANC says renaming William Nicol Drive reflects efforts to encourage social cohesion

The renaming of William Nicol Drive to Winnie Mandela Drive has been lauded by the African National Congress as a powerful symbol of South Africa’s heritage and history. The City of Johannesburg,... 

DA wants Pappas to lead KZN next year

uMngeni Mayor Chris Pappas has been announced as the Democratic Alliance’s Premier candidate in KwaZulu-Natal for the 2024 national elections. This announcement was made on Monday by DA leader John... 

Prominent activists convene to discuss worsening food crisis for children

A group of activists fighting for food access and affordability gathered on Thursday to discuss the effects of the worsening food crisis on children, amid severe acute malnutrition and hunger.  The... 

Justice dept produces progress report on Zondo Commission recommendations

Affirming its stance on the recommendations of the Zondo Commission of Enquiry into State Capture, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has released a detailed progress report...