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Engen strengthens fleet with investment in 30 lower-emission trucks
18th February 2026

Engen has reinforced its commitment to safe, efficient and more sustainable fuel distribution with the addition of 30 new lower-emission trucks to its national fleet. The investment forms part of... 


SA’s literacy battle demands prioritising pens over pixels
18th February 2026

South Africa’s public education system continues to grapple with deep-rooted, persistent barriers that demand far greater urgency than the rollout of education technology (EdTech) –which has yet to... 


Agentic AI and the future of higher education
Agentic AI and the future of higher education
18th February 2026

Artificial intelligence has already secured a foothold in higher education, but institutions are now entering a more consequential phase of adoption. According to Ashraf Davids, Solutions Manager... 


Kwikspace Fast-Tracks Education Infrastructure for Remote Laingsburg Community
Kwikspace Fast-Tracks Education Infrastructure for Remote Laingsburg Community
18th February 2026

 For years, preschoolers in Laingsburg have spent their school days navigating the limitations of a shared community centre. While the hall provided a temporary roof, the lack of a private,... 


Two Weeks to Go – Africa Energy Indaba Gears Up for High-Level Continental Energy Dialogue
Two Weeks to Go – Africa Energy Indaba Gears Up for High-Level Continental Energy Dialogue
18th February 2026

With just two weeks remaining until the Africa Energy Indaba, momentum is rapidly building for what promises to be one of the most influential energy gatherings on the continent.  The upcoming... 


Steinmüller Africa claims nine Eskom Welding Awards for quality that lasts
Steinmüller Africa claims nine Eskom Welding Awards for quality that lasts
18th February 2026

Steinmüller Africa secured nine awards at the 2025 Eskom Welding Awards, led by three site-level honours for consistent world-class welding performance at Kendal and Camden Power Stations. Building... 


Empact Group releases first sustainability report, outlining key environmental and social initiatives
18th February 2026

Empact Group has published its first Sustainability Report, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to transparency and accountability. Covering the period from 1 April 2024 to... 


Mr Price Foundation and Universities South Africa launch initiative to build green entrepreneurs in higher education
17th February 2026

Mr Price Foundation, in collaboration with Universities South Africa, today launched the Waste Innovation Challenge, a national initiative that invites university students and recent graduates to... 


City Lodge Hotels, SATSA and Sigma mark SMME partnership milestone
City Lodge Hotels, SATSA and Sigma mark SMME partnership milestone
17th February 2026

The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA), in partnership with City Lodge Hotels and implementation partner Sigma International celebrated a powerful milestone in South Africa’s... 


AI Infrastructure is Racing Ahead - and Vertiv is Powering the Journey
AI Infrastructure is Racing Ahead - and Vertiv is Powering the Journey
16th February 2026

Imagine a tiny delivery robot navigating a hotel in Tokyo, riding elevators and negotiating its way alone through corridors to deliver a package to the 35th floor. “This is a striking example of... 


Leading South African law firm, Cox Yeats recognised for its specialist insurance, shipping expertise
Leading South African law firm, Cox Yeats recognised for its specialist insurance, shipping expertise
16th February 2026

South African law firm, Cox Yeats has been recognised for its specialist insurance and shipping capability in the Chambers and Partners 2026 rankings. The ranking strengthens the firm’s vision to... 


Alandré van Vuuren, Integrated Supply Chain Director at Weir
South Africa takes the lead as the global home of Weir’s Enduron® Elite Screens
16th February 2026

South Africa has cemented its position as a global centre for the production of Weir’s cutting edge ENDURON® Elite banana screens. Backed by major infrastructure investment at Weir’s Alrode... 


Ground investigation for civil infrastructure gets more robust with integration of lab and field geotechnical data
13th February 2026

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand - Seequent, the Bentley Subsurface company, has streamlined laboratory testing in OpenGround, the leading cloud-connected geotechnical data management solution. The new... 


Mineware introduces AI-first OCR to accelerate mine safety intelligence
13th February 2026

Across many mining operations, critical safety and inspection data still begins on paper. Every day, hundreds of SHEQ, production, and inspection sheets are completed underground and in field... 


“Plastics Matter” – A New Podcast Series to Amplify Industry Voice
13th February 2026

Plastics SA is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new podcast series titled Plastics Matter, a dynamic platform created to give the South African plastics industry a stronger, more direct... 


NRF-SAEON researcher honoured through new species discovery
13th February 2026

The South African Environmental Observation Network (NRF-SAEON) and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) are proud to announce a major scientific achievement—the formal... 


MAHLE maintains top position in climate protection
MAHLE maintains top position in climate protection
13th February 2026

MAHLE has received an "A" rating again in the 2025 Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) assessment by the nonprofit organization in the climate protection category and an "A-" in water security. With... 


Deep listening and curiosity characterise GIBB Group CEO’s first year
Deep listening and curiosity characterise GIBB Group CEO’s first year
13th February 2026

February 2026 marks one year since Vishaal Lutchman assumed the role of Group CEO of GIBB Holdings (GIBB) - a year marked by curiosity over certainty. In an environment often driven by quick wins,... 


Consistent progress marks Karabo Malemela’s rise in national circuit racing
Consistent progress marks Karabo Malemela’s rise in national circuit racing
13th February 2026

Backed by BMG and Liqui Moly, young South African racing driver Karabo Malemela, delivered a standout 2025 season in the BMW ///M Performance Parts Race Series, competing as part of the Pablo Clark... 


Africa’s cross-border e-commerce boom and the infrastructure needed to power it
11th February 2026

Africa is on the cusp of a significant shift in intra-continental trade, with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) unlocking a new wave of e-commerce growth driven by mobile-first... 


The Client’s Problems Become Our Problems: Revolutionising Industrial Substations
11th February 2026

A mine’s multi-million-rand modernisation project was on schedule: haul roads graded, crushers installed, and processing plant foundations poured. But the substation construction hit a bottleneck.... 


 Strengthening the backbone of critical infrastructure - ACTOM’s approach to reliable medium voltage supply
Strengthening the backbone of critical infrastructure - ACTOM’s approach to reliable medium voltage supply
10th February 2026

Many sectors across South Africa and the broader region depend on mission-critical facilities to deliver uninterrupted services. Hospitals, data centres, and large industrial operations cannot... 


Concor has commenced construction of the 211 Oxford Road development in Rosebank, a fast track future-ready commercial building within the Oxford Parks Precinct, with basement formwork, reinforcement and concrete works progressing
Building the future: Concor’s 11th Oxford Parks project takes off
10th February 2026

Concor has commenced construction of its 11th building in the prestigious Oxford Parks Precinct in Rosebank, appointed by long-standing client Intaprop to deliver the new 211 Oxford Road... 


Schneider Electric Unveils the Industry’s First Open, Software‑Defined Distributed Control System (DCS) to Power Flexible, Future‑Ready Industrial Automation
Schneider Electric Unveils the Industry’s First Open, Software‑Defined Distributed Control System (DCS) to Power Flexible, Future‑Ready Industrial Automation
10th February 2026

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today announced EcoStruxure™ Foxboro Software Defined Automation (SDA), the industry’s first open, software‑defined Distributed Control System... 


inDrive and Cartrack Strengthen Driver Protection Across South Africa
inDrive and Cartrack Strengthen Driver Protection Across South Africa
9th February 2026

As South Africa’s e-hailing industry evolves, safety remains a top priority. inDrive has reinforced its driver-focused approach through a new strategic partnership with Cartrack.  The collaboration... 


Wetlands: A foundation for all livelihoods
Wetlands: A foundation for all livelihoods
9th February 2026

Wetlands make a special water resource type protected internationally under the Ramsar Convention, which was established in 1971. South Africa joined the convention in 1975 as one of the first five... 


Booyco Engineering designs robust HVAC systems built to perform in the extreme heat, dust and humidity of underground mining
Booyco Engineering leads underground with purpose-built HVAC systems
9th February 2026

Underground mining remains one of the toughest operating environments in the world, placing extreme demands on both personnel and equipment. Heat, dust, humidity and long operating hours all... 


Pilot Crushtec’s TwisterTrac VS350E Stage V, engineered to meet stringent European emissions regulations, supports the company’s expanding footprint across the UK and Europe
Pilot Crushtec accelerates European expansion with distributor drive
9th February 2026

Pilot Crushtec is working towards building a strong network of European distributors as it consolidates its position as a world class specialist supplier of crushing and screening solutions.... 


The Lighthouse Club International
The Lighthouse Club International
6th February 2026

Lighthouse Club International (“LHCI”) is a non-political organization whose aim is to support the construction industry, both locally through its branches and members and internationally, through... 


ABB to share technologies miners need for Real Progress at Mining Indaba 2026
6th February 2026

Global technology leader ABB announces its participation in the upcoming Mining Indaba 2026, taking place from 9–12 February 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).  This... 


KAL Group names new CEO to drive execution of growth strategy
KAL Group names new CEO to drive execution of growth strategy
5th February 2026

KAL Group today announced the appointment of Johann le Roux as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 March 2026. Le Roux will succeed Sean Walsh, who is retiring after almost 15 years of... 


Southern Africa Eco-Infrastructure Summit 2026 to Accelerate Sustainable Infrastructure and Green Real Estate Investment Across the Southern Region
Southern Africa Eco-Infrastructure Summit 2026 to Accelerate Sustainable Infrastructure and Green Real Estate Investment Across the Southern Region
5th February 2026

The Southern Africa Eco-Infrastructure Summit (SAEIS) 2026, an investment-driven platform for action and impact dedicated to advancing sustainable real estate and eco- infrastructure development... 


South Africa’s water wake-up call: ignored warnings, failing infrastructure and the cost of inaction
5th February 2026

The widespread water disruptions experienced across Gauteng this past week are not an isolated incident, nor can they be blamed solely on routine maintenance by Rand Water. They are the inevitable... 


Claims Preparation Costs (CPC): An Overlooked but Valuable Cover
Claims Preparation Costs (CPC): An Overlooked but Valuable Cover
4th February 2026

By : James Bishop When a loss occurs, most businesses focus on the obvious: repairing damage, replacing assets and getting back to full operation. What often gets overlooked is the cost of proving... 


South Africa uses more recycled plastics as recycling rates continue to improve
South Africa uses more recycled plastics as recycling rates continue to improve
4th February 2026

Plastics SA, the umbrella body representing the South African plastics industry, has released its latest annual plastics consumption and recycling figures for the year ending December 2024.... 


Unlocking Africa's Clean Energy Potential Through IPPs, PPAs, and Investment Surge
Unlocking Africa's Clean Energy Potential Through IPPs, PPAs, and Investment Surge
4th February 2026

 Africa's renewable energy sector is experiencing unprecedented momentum, positioning the continent as a global leader in clean power growth. The 18th Africa Energy Indaba, the continent's premier... 


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