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Schneider Electric celebrates milestone anniversaries in Nigeria and Kenya
Schneider Electric celebrates milestone anniversaries in Nigeria and Kenya
3rd December 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, is celebrating two major milestones on the African continent: 25 years of operations... 


SIGLENT SDS2000X HD Digital Storage Oscilloscope Features 12-Bit High-Resolution Performance
SIGLENT SDS2000X HD Digital Storage Oscilloscope Features 12-Bit High-Resolution Performance
2nd December 2025

As digital speeds and device complexity continue to increase, signals under test are getting more complex, and engineers are more challenged to isolate anomalies in their devices. Test tools for... 


AI Can’t Fix Your Pipes: Workwear Giant Warns Infrastructure Plans Will Fail Unless South Africa Reinvests in Trades
2nd December 2025

Artificial intelligence may dominate global conversations about the future of work, but South Africa’s economy will collapse without skilled trades, warns one of the country’s oldest protective... 


Inspiring NGO wins well-deserved SEIFSA humanitarian award
Inspiring NGO wins well-deserved SEIFSA humanitarian award
1st December 2025

 It is not hard to see why Mpumi Masinga’s iButho Le Africa (iLA), which works with young boys in rural areas, won the Humanitarian Award at the 10th SEIFSA Awards for Excellence on November 20 at... 


Auxins and zinc boost agricultural productivity to enhance food security in Africa
1st December 2025

Enhancing agricultural productivity and bolstering food security across Africa relies on the critical interplay between auxins and zinc in plant growth and development. Simon Norton, Director for... 


Duplex Coated Steel- A superior anti-corrosion solution for mining steel structures that are submerged
1st December 2025

The mining industry, reliant on robust infrastructure to transport valuable resources, faces a significant challenge in protecting its wharves and submerged structures from the relentless forces of... 


The Indispensable Role of Zinc Coatings in Steel Protection
1st December 2025

Infrastructure development and reinforced concrete, encompassing bridges, buildings, pipelines, and power transmission towers, relies heavily on steel due to its strength and versatility. However,... 


Futureproofing infrastructure with galvanized steel
1st December 2025

In South Africa where decaying water works, sewerage  works and railway systems need rapid upgrading and rehabilitation, new and remediated infrastructure must not only last for decades but thrive... 


IZA Africa celebrates five years of promoting zinc knowledge across Southern Africa
1st December 2025

The International Zinc Association (IZA) is marking five years of sustained growth, outreach, and technical leadership in promoting the critical role of zinc in corrosion protection, agriculture... 


IZA Africa urges wider use of zinc to protect ageing infrastructure
1st December 2025

The International Zinc Association (IZA) has urged South Africa’s public and private sectors to accelerate the use of zinc-based corrosion protection technologies as the country works to revive its... 


IZA Africa underscores the importance of zinc-rich paints in construction
1st December 2025

The International Zinc Association (IZA) has emphasised the critical importance of zinc-rich paints as a frontline defence against corrosion in building and infrastructure projects. As South... 


IZA Africa to present benefits of zinc galvanizing at ICCRRR 2024 in Cape Town
1st December 2025

The International Zinc Association (IZA) Africa is one of the proud sponsors of the 7th International Conference on Concrete Repair, Rehabilitation, and Retrofitting (ICCRRR 2024), which takes... 


Protecting Photovoltaic Farms: The Battle Against Corrosion
1st December 2025

The sun, an infinite source of energy, helps fuel our transition to a sustainable future. Photovoltaic (PV) panel farms, sprawling across landscapes, particularly in South Africa, are the physical... 


The high cost of corrosion in construction
1st December 2025

The building and construction industry forms the backbone of South African engineering and infrastructure growth as also in Africa. It creates rail networks and enables the infrastructure that... 


The benefits of hot dip galvanized for steel rebar in concrete
1st December 2025

In construction, ensuring the longevity and structural integrity of concrete is paramount. Hot dip galvanizing, a process that immerses steel in molten zinc to form a protective coating, provides... 


247Solar Launches $25 Million Series B Round
1st December 2025

To scale around-the-clock industrial heat and electricity for C&I sector Great Falls, Virginia; December 1, 2025 – 247Solar, the MIT-born innovator of clean, always-on industrial heat plus... 


Zinc fertilisers are a catalyst for agricultural growth in Africa
1st December 2025

Zinc fertilisers address critical soil deficiencies, enhancing crop yields, and contributing to food security. Simon Norton, Director of the International Zinc Association (Africa), explains the... 


Southern Africa’s Highest Weather Station to Boost Climate, Water and Ecosystem Research
Southern Africa’s Highest Weather Station to Boost Climate, Water and Ecosystem Research
1st December 2025

The South African Environmental Observation Network (NRF-SAEON), in collaboration with the University of the Free State’s Afromontane Research Unit (ARU), has installed the highest weather station... 


Zinc in Fertilizers for Crop Production: A Vital Micronutrient
Zinc in Fertilizers for Crop Production: A Vital Micronutrient
1st December 2025

Zinc is an essential micronutrient for plants, playing a crucial role in various physiological functions. It is involved in numerous enzymatic reactions, protein synthesis, and hormone production.... 


Concrete is cast at Concor’s The View project at Fourways Mall using a boom pump to ensure efficient, accurate placement on the structure
Concor advances major upgrade of the view at Fourways Mall
1st December 2025

Significant progress is being made on Concor’s major refurbishment project at The View, an existing section of Fourways Mall that borders Witkoppen and Cedar Roads. The project forms part of a... 


Southern African Large Telescope Receives Science Diplomacy Award
Southern African Large Telescope Receives Science Diplomacy Award
28th November 2025

The Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) has been awarded a prestigious Science Diplomacy Award at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Science Forum South Africa (SFSA), held from 24–28 November at... 


NRF and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen South Africa-Canada Research Collaboration
NRF and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen South Africa-Canada Research Collaboration
28th November 2025

Recognising the growing importance of international research collaboration in addressing global challenges, the National Research Foundation of South Africa (NRF) and the Social Sciences and... 


Rittal Flat-Pack Enclosure Solution Gets Thumbs-Up from Local Customer
Rittal Flat-Pack Enclosure Solution Gets Thumbs-Up from Local Customer
27th November 2025 By: Dimpho Madiba

(Virtual Showrrom) The launch of Rittal’s FR IT flat-pack enclosure earlier this year marked a milestone for the company, introducing the local market to a high-capacity, top-tier IT enclosure in a... 


Precise, Cost-Effective, and Innovative: Kobold’s Magnetic-Inductive Flow Meter MIK, with effective Compact Electronics and IO-Link
Precise, Cost-Effective, and Innovative: Kobold’s Magnetic-Inductive Flow Meter MIK, with effective Compact Electronics and IO-Link
27th November 2025

Kobold expands measurement capabilities for neutral and aggressive media in small and large process manufacturing plants. "The global market for magnetic-inductive flow meters is stable, with sales... 


New Study Reveals $11.28M Annual Opportunity for Industrial Companies to Boost Competitiveness by Modernising Closed Automation Systems
New Study Reveals $11.28M Annual Opportunity for Industrial Companies to Boost Competitiveness by Modernising Closed Automation Systems
27th November 2025

Schneider Electric, the leader in energy technology, today unveiled new global research titled“Open vs. Closed: The $11.28M Question for Industrial Leaders.” The report reveals that closed... 


Chinese Auto Manufacturers Signal Possible Shift Toward Local Investment in South Africa
Chinese Auto Manufacturers Signal Possible Shift Toward Local Investment in South Africa
27th November 2025

South Africa’s automotive sector is at a crossroads, and Chinese auto manufacturers are increasingly being seen as the ones who may redefine its future. After years of steady market penetration... 


Wits ranked first for innovation performance
26th November 2025

Wits University has been recognised as the top-ranked university in Sub-Saharan Africa for innovation performance in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII). Published by the World Intellectual... 


AfriSam’s Roadstab Cement has been specifically engineered for road construction, ensuring superior strength, durability and consistent performance
AfriSam RoadStab – Strengthening South Africa’s roads for the long haul
26th November 2025

AfriSam’s Roadstab Cement continues to play a vital role in strengthening the country’s road infrastructure. As a purpose-designed stabilising cement, it provides engineers and contractors with a... 


Facilities Management Expo 2026 returns with a focus on ESG, efficiency, and building innovation
Facilities Management Expo 2026 returns with a focus on ESG, efficiency, and building innovation
26th November 2025

Facilities Management Expo 2026 will return to Gallagher Convention Centre from 2 to 4 June, once again forming part of South Africa’s leading co-located industry events. Running alongside Securex... 


Firexpo 2026 to spotlight compliant, practical solutions for a changing fire landscape
Firexpo 2026 to spotlight compliant, practical solutions for a changing fire landscape
26th November 2025

Firexpo 2026 returns to Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 2 to 4 June, once again co-located with Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, and Facilities Management Expo. For the first time, the... 


A-OSH EXPO 2026 returns with new opportunities for exhibitors and a stronger focus on workplace risk
A-OSH EXPO 2026 returns with new opportunities for exhibitors and a stronger focus on workplace risk
26th November 2025

A-OSH EXPO 2026 returns to Gallagher Convention Centre from 2 to 4 June 2026, bringing together Africa’s most comprehensive showcase of occupational health and safety solutions. The expo will once... 


Get ready for Securex South Africa 2026, co-located with four leading industry events
Get ready for Securex South Africa 2026, co-located with four leading industry events
26th November 2025

Securex South Africa 2026 will return to Gallagher Convention Centre from 2 to 4 June 2026, bringing together the most influential brands, buyers, and thinkers in the security, safety, and built... 


ASSAf Launches Food Safety Forum to Improve Nationwide Food System Safety
26th November 2025

In a significant move to protect public health, the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) has launched the ASSAf Food Safety Forum, a multi-stakeholder platform aimed at strengthening the... 


Identification of Work for the architectural profession and the competence requirements
26th November 2025

SACAP has received complaints, supported by approved building plans, indicating that several registered professionals are undertaking architectural work beyond their categories of registration.... 


Municipal engineers are the unsung architects of festive season joy and prosperity
Municipal engineers are the unsung architects of festive season joy and prosperity
26th November 2025

With the festive season approaching, many South Africans are planning their holidays, getting ready to travel to beaches, mountains, winelands and wildlife attractions. Holiday hotspots around the... 


Africa targets $5 Billion Project Pipeline as Green Economy Summit Returns for Fourth Edition
Africa targets $5 Billion Project Pipeline as Green Economy Summit Returns for Fourth Edition
26th November 2025

The critical climate negotiations at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, are underscoring the urgent need to translate global ambition into tangible investment and action. This imperative resonates directly... 


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Egoli Gas (Pty) Ltd

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