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Second Rate Cut for 2024 Set to Further Spur Homebuying Activity
Updated 1 hour 30 minutes ago

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has announced a 25 basis points reduction in the repo rate, lowering it to 7.75%.  This latest rate cut moves the prime lending rate down to 11.25%. This news... 


South Africa’s rail and port infrastructure on the fast track to global investment in 2025
Updated 6 hours ago

By: Claire Tucker - Head of Public Law and Regulatory, and Andrew Pike, Head of Ports, Rail and Transport, Bowmans South Africa Public sector participation (PSP) will intensify in the ports, rail... 


Schneider Electric East Africa launches eCommerce platform to enhance the procurement process for spare parts
Schneider Electric East Africa launches eCommerce platform to enhance the procurement process for spare parts
Updated 7 hours ago

Schneider Electric East Africa has launched its eCommerce platform, which is aimed at enhancing the procurement process for its entire product range and is designed to cater to a diverse target... 


Serco Industries Achieves ISO 9001 Recertification with JC Auditors
20th November 2024

JC Auditors (JCA) proudly announces the successful ISO 9001 recertification of Serco Industries, highlighting their unwavering commitment to quality workmanship and continuous improvement. This... 


Mastertons and Standard Bank: A century-long partnership rooted in trust and shared values
Mastertons and Standard Bank: A century-long partnership rooted in trust and shared values
20th November 2024

The global rise of coffee culture has transformed this beloved beverage from a simple morning ritual into a cornerstone of social life. Amidst this booming coffee scene, Mastertons Coffee and Tea... 


World Plastics Council and Global Plastics Alliance members call on South African government to help secure a treaty to end plastics pollution
20th November 2024

Building circularity into entire life cycle of plastics and waste management key to successful agreement Ahead of the final scheduled round of negotiations on an international treaty to end... 


The Hidden Flow - Understanding Virtual Water and Its Role in Daily Life
The Hidden Flow - Understanding Virtual Water and Its Role in Daily Life
20th November 2024

Virtual water refers to the amount of water ‘embedded’ in the production of food, goods and services that we use or consume. Often invisible to the consumer, virtual water represents the hidden... 


Africa Energy Indaba 2025: Driving Innovation and Collaboration in Africa’s Energy and Utilities Sector
Africa Energy Indaba 2025: Driving Innovation and Collaboration in Africa’s Energy and Utilities Sector
20th November 2024

The Africa Energy Indaba is set to be a pivotal event in 2025, advancing the African energy and utilities sectors through meaningful discussions, partnerships, and networking opportunities.... 


New branding for Mobil Delvac™ from African Group Lubricants
New branding for Mobil Delvac™ from African Group Lubricants
20th November 2024

The latest branding for Mobil Delvac™, a highly recognised and valued brand for nearly 100 years, has been launched in South Africa by African Group Lubricants (AG Lubricants), the authorised... 


Upcoming PPP amendments spark optimism among infrastructure developers
20th November 2024

South Africa’s construction and infrastructure development sector eagerly awaits amendments to Treasury Regulation 16, aimed at streamlining and supporting public-private partnerships (PPPs), which... 


The new AI reality: playing the long game drives value, today and into the future
The new AI reality: playing the long game drives value, today and into the future
19th November 2024

By: James Fisher - Chief Strategy Officer, Qlik As a global leader in data integration, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI), Qlik understands that embracing AI is essential for businesses... 


“The importance of responsible investing has never been clearer” – Prescient Investment Management releases 2024 Responsible Investing Report
“The importance of responsible investing has never been clearer” – Prescient Investment Management releases 2024 Responsible Investing Report
19th November 2024

Amid rising global uncertainty, Prescient Investment Management (“Prescient”) reiterates its call for a sustainable approach to investment management with the release of its Responsible Investing... 


RS South Africa's level 2 B-BBEE certification is testament to its transformation
RS South Africa's level 2 B-BBEE certification is testament to its transformation
19th November 2024 By: Dimpho Madiba

RS South Africa, a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, has announced its recent achievement of Level 2 Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE)... 


Schneider Electric champions renewable energy and grid modernisation at Cape Town Innovation Talk
Schneider Electric champions renewable energy and grid modernisation at Cape Town Innovation Talk
19th November 2024

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, recently presented its Renewable Energy Solutions Innovation... 


A Cheap Gamble with a High Price: The true cost of Africa’s counterfeit electrical goods trade
19th November 2024

Choosing safety over savings pays off in the long run Financial pressures in South Africa and across Africa have led to a surge in demand for cheaper products, creating a lucrative market for... 


Open Access Energy partners with PEC to power nationwide metering and renewable options
Open Access Energy partners with PEC to power nationwide metering and renewable options
19th November 2024

Open Access Energy is pleased to announce a new partnership with PEC Utility Management as its metering partner. This collaboration ensures a reliable national metering footprint, supporting... 


How working with ‘glocal’ OEMs can empower East Africa's channel partners for success
How working with ‘glocal’ OEMs can empower East Africa's channel partners for success
18th November 2024

Channel partners in East Africa, including resellers, distributors, system integrators and panel builders, often need to overcome significant hurdles to sell solutions in the local market... 


Gender gap still pronounced on IT execs, STEM graduates
18th November 2024

The new 2024 IITPSA ICT Skills Survey - the South African IT industry’s guide to skills supply and demand - reveals that a worrying gender gap still exists in key areas of the IT sector. This is... 


Mines and quarries can take advantage of the many benefits of renting dewatering pumps from IPR to help improve their bottom line
Why pump rental makes sense for quarries and mines
18th November 2024

In an environment where capital is not always available, renting dewatering pumps from IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) allows cash-strapped quarries and mines to save money, access the newest... 


Standard Bank provides essential support aimed at enabling more township entrepreneurs to start, manage and grow SMMEs
Standard Bank provides essential support aimed at enabling more township entrepreneurs to start, manage and grow SMMEs
18th November 2024

Standard Bank is accelerating its support for township entrepreneurs to reduce the high failure rate of South Africa’s small, micro, and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs), building on its ongoing... 


Michelle Fick, BU Development Manager Concrete Aesthetics at CHRYSO Southern Africa
Admixtures critical in durability of water-retaining structures
18th November 2024

Concrete performance and durability underpin the value to society of water-retaining structures such as water treatment plants and storage reservoirs – and admixtures make all the difference.... 


Strengthening Zambia’s Economy with Reliable Power Solutions Across Sectors
Strengthening Zambia’s Economy with Reliable Power Solutions Across Sectors
18th November 2024

Zambia’s ongoing energy crisis presents a significant challenge to economic stability, impacting the productivity and viability of key sectors, including manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and... 


Columbus Stainless Calls for Holistic Government Approach to Safeguard Domestic Steel Production
15th November 2024

Amidst global and local steel oversupply, nations such as the USA, as well as those in South America and Europe, have implemented protective measures, including increased import tariffs, to shield... 


The Impending Boom of Transmission in Africa's Energy Networks
14th November 2024

Africa's energy sector is on the cusp of a major transformation, and transmission infrastructure is at the forefront of this shift. As countries invest in large-scale power generation and renewable... 


Propak Africa 2025: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Propak Africa 2025: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
14th November 2024

As automation and digitisation accelerates across industries, companies are recognising the need to invest in smarter solutions, products and services to stay competitive. For those in packaging... 


AFR-IX Telecom expands network reach with new Point of Presence at Digital Parks Africa Data Centre
AFR-IX Telecom expands network reach with new Point of Presence at Digital Parks Africa Data Centre
14th November 2024

AFR-IX Telecom is extending its network reach across South Africa and the African continent with the establishment of a new Point of Presence (PoP) at the Digital Parks Africa (DPA) data centre in... 


Sungrow Southern Africa Celebrates Official Opening of PowerElec Kenya 2024 as Principal Sponsor
Sungrow Southern Africa Celebrates Official Opening of PowerElec Kenya 2024 as Principal Sponsor
14th November 2024

Sungrow Southern Africa is excited to announce its participation as the principal sponsor of PowerElec Kenya 2024, marking the official opening of the event today. Sungrow, one of the world’s... 


Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise
Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise
13th November 2024

Rational design is about achieving performance-driven fire safety measures through sound engineering principles. “Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise. It involves a deep understanding... 


The essential business of bees
13th November 2024

By: Heather Dugmore The apple trees are in blossom, whispering their pink-white promises to the bees. But the bees need no promises – they already know where they can satisfy their pollen, and... 


Raymond Obermeyer, Managing Director at SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa
SEW-EURODRIVE ‘closes the loop’ with new service and repair centre
13th November 2024

As part of its strategy to ‘close the loop’ in its service offering, SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa, a specialist in drive and control technologies, has broken ground on a new 17 000 m² Service and... 


Merle Denson, Manager of the BCCEI’s Dispute Resolution Centre
The vital role of BCCEI in ensuring fairness through dispute resolution in civil engineering
13th November 2024

The civil engineering industry, known for its complex projects and large-scale operations, demands precision, cooperation and clear communication. Given the high stakes, it’s inevitable that... 


Brasco Industrial Filtration: Leading the charge in dust filtration excellence
Brasco Industrial Filtration: Leading the charge in dust filtration excellence
12th November 2024

When a major South African-based board manufacturing company—operating across vast regions from Mpumalanga to the Eastern Cape—needed a robust dust extraction system for its new melamine faced... 


Schneider Electric powers NBOX1, East Africa’s Largest Hyper Cloud Data Centre
Schneider Electric powers NBOX1, East Africa’s Largest Hyper Cloud Data Centre
12th November 2024

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable companyand leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is the power infrastructure provider for East Africa’s first... 


Lesedi Nuclear Services Signs Net Zero Nuclear Pledge
Lesedi Nuclear Services Signs Net Zero Nuclear Pledge
12th November 2024

Lesedi Nuclear Services have joined more than 130 companies to support the goal of tripling global nuclear energy capacity by 2050, marking their commitment to 24/7 clean energy for a sustainable... 


South Africa's PVC recycling reaches new heights in 2023: 16% recycling rate achieved
South Africa's PVC recycling reaches new heights in 2023: 16% recycling rate achieved
11th November 2024

Plastics SA has recently released the country’s latest polymer production and recycling figures for the year ending December 2023, showcasing a positive upward trend in PVC recycling across the... 


Verder Liquids releases Dura 60: A leap forward in performance and efficiency
Verder Liquids releases Dura 60: A leap forward in performance and efficiency
11th November 2024

Verder Liquids has launched the Verderflex DURA 60 Hose Pump, specifically designed for applications such as metering, bulk handling and transfer duties. The Dura 60 is ideal for sludges, slurries,... 


New Energy Opportunities and Investment Surge in African Countries
11th November 2024

Africa is witnessing a transformative shift in its energy landscape, with significant opportunities and investments flowing into the sector. The continent, rich in both renewable energy resources... 


Marnus Koorts, General Manager Pumps Products at Weir
Unplanned mine dewatering calls for Weir's custom solutions
8th November 2024

In both opencast and underground mines, unexpected water ingress can severely disrupt production unless an effective dewatering solution can be quickly applied; some forethought will go a long way... 


COP29: Sungrow’s Key Role in Driving Clean Energy Transition in Azerbaijan and Beyond
8th November 2024

As COP29 unfolds in Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November, the emphasis on renewable energy and sustainability is crucial, not just in Azerbaijan but across Africa. One company leading this... 


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