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KSB Pumps and valves launches new Imvubu wastewater pump
26th November 2025

Developed and built in South Africa specifically for African operating conditions, pumps and valves product manufacturer, KSB Pumps and Valves (KSB) has launched a new self-priming wastewater pump,... 


BMW South Africa says local PHEV production is going strong
19th November 2025

Automaker BMW South Africa has shared a peek inside its world-class assembly operations in Rosslyn, where it produces the X3, as well as the X3 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles from October last... 


Growthpoint acquires 30% in Boston Hydroelectric plant, secures exclusive access through Etana PPA
12th November 2025

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Growthpoint Properties has acquired a 30% stake in independent power producer Serengeti Energy’s operational Boston Hydroelectric plant, in the... 


Sun City Hotel gets major revamp
5th November 2025

Sun International’s Sun City Resort, in the North West, has relaunched its Sun City Hotel, reviving its former glory and “reimagining” the iconic original hotel. Natasha Odendaal has the story. 


OMV launches new milling facility in Mpumalanga
29th October 2025

Diverse mineral supplier OMV in September launched its new Valkenburgh milling facility at its plant in Witbank, Mpumalanga. Tasneem Bulbulia explains. 


Concord Access Solutions now offers remanufacturing on the East Rand
22nd October 2025

Lifting and access solutions provider Concord Access Solutions, or CAS, has opened a new remanufacturing facility in Kempton Park, as part of its after-sales support and product offering across... 


Seriti Green’s Ummbila Emoyeni RE project progressing, welcomed
15th October 2025

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa in August visited Seriti Green’s flagship Ummbila Emoyeni renewable-energy project in Mpumalanga, welcoming progress being made and... 


First QA452e to arrive in South Africa, sold by distributor in no time
8th October 2025

A distributor of Sandvik Rock Processing’s mining and infrastructure project equipment has delivered a hybrid tracked mobile Sandvik QA452e triple-deck screen to a greenfield dam project under... 


Redefine commemorates GBCSA certifications
1st October 2025

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Redefine Properties has been awarded three new Net Zero Carbon Level 2: Building and Occupant Emissions (Measured) certifications by nonprofit the Green... 


Cummins South Africa showcases Master Rebuild Centre
23rd September 2025

Integrated power solutions company Cummins South Africa is on track to rebuild 120 engines this year at its Master Rebuild Centre, in Midrand. The facility is a key part of the global Cummins... 


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Trade, industrial policy decisions loom
Trade, industrial policy decisions loom
30th January 2026
New Eskom unbundling strategy approved
New Eskom unbundling strategy approved
12th December 2025
Eskom gets support for arrear mechanism to tackle municipal debt
21st November 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the growing problem of municipal arrear debt owed to Eskom; the support Eskom has received for its Distribution Agency Agreement (DAA) mechanism to... 


Inflation target, tax collection among MTBPS highlights
12th November 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer talks about the big themes in the 2025 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) presented by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on November 12. 


Itac makes changes to the PPS for scrap metal
7th November 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer joins me to discuss what amendments the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) has made to the contentious price preference... 


South African firms worry about pace of grid expansion, international firms' involvement
31st October 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the domestic industry's welcoming of an initiative to use private sector participation to accelerate the roll-out of grid infrastructure, as well... 


Mixed reaction to IRP 2025
24th October 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the contents of the latest edition of the Integrated Resource Plan for electricity, or IRP 2025, and what some of the reactions have been. 


Cabinet approves Eskom, Necsa board changes and new IRP
17th October 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the changes announced this week to the boards of Eskom and Necsa, as well as Cabinet's approval of the next edition of the Integrated Resource Plan... 


Industrial policy in focus again
10th October 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the industrial policy interventions being considered by government to salvage industries, such as the steel and ferrochrome sectors, that are at... 


Municipal debt, theft could undermine Eskom's recovery
3rd October 2025

Eskom is again warning that municipal debt and electricity theft could undermine its nascent recovery. Terence Creamer unpacks this and some of the other key messages emerging from the State-owned... 


Govt moves to end load reduction
26th September 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses government's interventions to tackle load reduction, which is highly disruptive to the lives of people living in areas where electrical overloading... 


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Presidency official says unbundling of Eskom should not be pursued ‘half-heartedly’
22nd January 2026

The Presidency’s Rudi Dicks, who is overseeing the economic reforms being implemented under Operation Vulindlela, says the unbundling of Eskom’s transmission business cannot be done... 


Metair unveils its new aftermarket parts and retail division
20th January 2026

JSE-listed automotive group Metair has finalised the formation of its new aftermarket parts and retail division, in line with the group’s strategy of diversification through the establishment of... 


Isuzu Motors launches new commuter bus chassis for the local market
16th January 2026

Isuzu Motors South Africa has launched the MVR bus chassis in South Africa, fitted with a Marcopolo Torino body. Designed as a dedicated commuter bus chassis, the local arm of the Japanese vehicle... 


Questions raised about Eskom's revised unbundling plan
16th January 2026

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the December announcement by power utility Eskom and government of a revised unbundling plan for the State-owned entity; the reasons given for not... 


Steenhuisen announces country’s first-ever ten-year FMD elimination strategy
14th January 2026

For the first time, South Africa has a long-term Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) strategy to take it to FMD-free status, eventually without vaccination. Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen on... 


Eskom’s revised unbundling plan in focus as grid constraint continues to weigh on outlook
12th January 2026

Eskom has offered assurances that the power system is more stable and predictable than it has been for the past five years in light of a strong recovery in the energy availability factor, a decline... 


AAAM sets eight goals for 2026 as it seeks ‘measurable outcomes’
9th January 2026

The African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM) has set eight goals for the new year, says CEO Victoria Backhaus-Jerling. “As we enter 2026, we proudly declare this the year of... 


New Eskom unbundling strategy approved
12th December 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the approval of a revised unbundling plan for Eskom and the potentially far-reaching implications for both the State-owned company and the... 


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On-The-Air (30/01/2026)
30th January 2026

Martin Creamer talks about Transnet, Richards Bay Coal Terminal and Exxaro manganese 

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On-The-Air (23/01/2026)
23rd January 2026

Martin Creamer talks about refinery partnerships, pivotal hydrogen moment and Cullinan's blue diamond. 

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On-The-Air (16/01/2026)
16th January 2026

Martin Creamer talks about hydrogen breakthroughs, precious metals demand and Africa’s value chain moment 

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On-The-Air (09/01/2026)
9th January 2026

Martin Creamer talks about gold, platinum jewellery demand and commodity windfall.  

On-The-Air (12/12/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about the hydrogen economy, underground gold mine and platinum group metals. 


On-The-Air (21/11/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about platinum derivatives, trade tensions and Africa partnership 


On-The-Air (31/10/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about G20Lens analysis, Glencore's cobalt strategy and Harmony Gold. 


On-The-Air (10/10/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Anglo backs SA juniors, mining transformation and Glencore's green deal 


On-The-Air (03/10/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about mining employment; Sibanye-Stillwater and discovery and development. 


On-The-Air (26/09/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about medical demand for platinum, Rainbow Rare Earths and Zambian cassava 


On-The-Air (12/09/2025)

Martin Creamer discusses significant developments in the mining industry. Pan African Minerals is planning to mine 500,000 ounces of gold, a new mining method that will cut costs and slash mine... 


On-The-Air (05/09/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Prieska Power funding and optimised pure rare earth product. 


On-The-Air (29/08/2025)

Martin Creamer talks a logistics deal, continuous excavation tech and Harmony's results in focus  


On-The-Air (22/08/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about DRDGOLD, Exxaro investments, and surging nickel demand in focus. 


On-The-Air (08/08/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about ferromanganese; platinum group metals and gold price.  


On-The-Air (01/08/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Valterra Platinum, De Beers and Kumba Iron Ore 


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