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SABS acting CEO Blake Mosley-Lefatola
SABS acting CEO questions whistleblowers' motives as he offers update on turnaround
18th November 2025 By: Darren Parker

South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) acting CEO Blake Mosley-Lefatola has questioned the motives of whistleblowers that continue to raise serious allegations about developments at the... 


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Tool helps address civil engineering, construction industry capacity gaps
14th November 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The Global Engineering Capability Review (GECR) is a first-of-its-kind tool created by international engineering body Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE) in partnership with global safety charity... 


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Woman engineer contributes to systemic change
14th November 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The inaugural Women in Project Management Summit 2025 – held in August this year and hosted by Project Managers Africa – showcased women who contribute positively to the South African industrial... 


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Valve training benefits industry, manufacturers
7th November 2025

The professional body for valve and actuator manufacturers South African Valve and Actuator Manufacturers Association (Savama) offers a series of courses and training programmes for industry... 


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Fresh allegations of mismanagement at SABS surface
5th November 2025 By: Darren Parker

The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is once again facing renewed allegations of mismanagement, leadership instability and governance failures, as contained in whistleblower letters... 


CIPS welcomes 169 new qualified members in Southern Africa
31st October 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Global industry organisation the Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Southern Africa has welcomed 169 new certified members who had completed a test and have a minimum of three... 


Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister Samantha Graham-Maré
Facility to address energy inefficiencies
31st October 2025 By: Halima Frost

The formation of the African Energy Efficiency Facility (AEEF), a legacy project of South Africa's G20 presidency, was announced earlier this month by Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister... 


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Constant investment maintains beneficial partnership
31st October 2025

Having made significant investments in its distribution, engineering facilities and technical skills, industrial solutions provider BMG’s dedicated variable-speed drive (VSD) workshops in Cape... 


an aerial view of the 195 MW solar PV Springbok Solar Power Project, in Virginia, in the Free State
Virtual wheeling PPA a first in Africa
24th October 2025 By: Halima Frost

Although the virtual wheeling power purchase agreement (PPA) between telecommunications company Vodacom and renewable energy company SOLA Group draws inspiration from international corporate PPA... 


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New framework to improve service capability
17th October 2025 By: Halima Frost

Having employed a mixed-methods approach to engage a range of South African water utilities, research conducted by tertiary education institute the University of Pretoria’s (UP’s) Graduate School... 


NEW MASCOT
The honey badger was chosen because “no creature better embodies the qualities that define mining and industry: toughness, resilience, adaptability and innovation in the face of challenge – the honey badger never backs down, and neither does the mining and industrial sector”.
Things to look out for at Electra Mining Africa 2026
10th October 2025 By: Nadine James

Biennial tradeshow Electra Mining Africa 2026 will introduce a host of new features, including a brand new Orange Zone area that will be situated in the Arena at the Expo Centre, more theme days,... 


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System compatibility ensures efficiency
10th October 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Industrial operations should ensure that their pump systems are compatible with the chosen plastic pipe systems, says professional body for plastic pipe manufacturing South African Plastic Pipe... 


HEAVY METAL SOLUTION
SEIBOLD Wasser researches, designs and develops products and services for continuous quantitative analysis of heavy metals in water, including aluminium, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, copper, iron, manganese, and mercury among others
Analysers, meters on show at EMA can help remedy water concerns
10th October 2025 By: Nadine James

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) mandates, sustainability worries, and the “very real impacts of climate change and water scarcity in South Africa”, have resulted in a noticeable increase... 


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SEACon to fortify sustainability in changing times
3rd October 2025 By: Halima Frost

To ensure alignment between private investment and public policy priorities, this year’s Sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Africa Conference and Expo (SEACon) has been... 


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Awareness tech changes property sector
19th September 2025 By: Halima Frost

Having identified a need for real-time situational awareness among cities, utilities and many commercial and industrial property owners, data and AI company The Awareness Company has recalibrated... 


ford ranger
Ford recalls more than 5 500 Rangers
12th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Car manufacturer Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has recalled certain 2025 and 2026 Ranger vehicles, citing safety concerns. FMCSA said it has identified that, in the affected... 


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AI, automation drives engineering sustainability
12th September 2025

Technologies such as AI, automation innovations and other digital tools are changing the way in which civil engineering is conducted, going beyond the concrete and steel that typically... 


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Effective measures can reduce flood impacts
12th September 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The professional body for municipal infrastructure engineering, the Institute for Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (IMESA), has stressed the imperative to establish effective measures to... 


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New tech-driven welding programme launched
12th September 2025 By: Halima Frost

This month sees the option to study laser welding – a new technology-driven training programme – being formally added to the Southern African Institute of Welding’s (SAIW’s) training portfolio.... 


Uncertified imports are undermining South Africa’s electrical sector, exec says
10th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Recent raids by the South African Police Service’s Anti-Counterfeit and Illicit Trade Unit and the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) have uncovered thousands of rands worth of... 


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Transformation more than numbers game
22nd August 2025

Over the past decade, significant strides have been made globally and locally towards improving gender representation in the workplace. Yet, despite this progress, the financial services sector,... 


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Africa Prize empowers women, creative sector
22nd August 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Digital platform BlueAvo has been named runner-up for the acclaimed Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation for developing a platform for creatives – a platform that has placed BlueAvo on a... 


dignitaries form various companies sat at a table signing a declaration
Sequel African hydrogen summit to draw global industry participation
15th August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The strategic conference programme of this year’s Global African Hydrogen Summit will present significant thought leadership and insights from government heads, industry leaders, technology experts... 


a generic green hydrogen pipeline
CSIR to facilitate West Coast hydrogen master plan
15th August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The first phase of the West Coast Green Hydrogen Master Plan, in support of the establishment of the Saldanha Hydrogen Hub, has been confirmed and will be coordinated by the Council for Scientific... 


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AI, automation optimise high-temperature work environment
8th August 2025

Metal production technologies company Primetals Technologies has been awarded a contract by steel producer JSW Steel Salem Works to implement advanced process optimisation solutions at the Salem... 


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Belt withstands high temps, aids productivity
8th August 2025

Industrial equipment supplier BMG has increased its range of conveyor components for high-temperature industrial applications through its latest range of Cambridge Knuckleback conveyor belts. BMG... 


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Electric furnaces benefit operations, reduce emissions
8th August 2025

Mineral wool is a “vital component in mankind’s battle with climate change”, as it helps reduce demand for heating and cooling within the built environment. However, its production still relies... 


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New technology enhances operationality
8th August 2025

Metals and technologies supplier SMS group in June announced a partnership with US-based metal innovation and technologies company The Systems Group, to deliver safer, more sustainable and... 


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Automotive components sector gearing for bumper event
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The 2025 National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) Show will for the first time be hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay, at the Boardwalk International Convention... 


Robotic arms used in spot welding automotive components
Automotive company makes significant tech changes
1st August 2025

Award-winning supplier of high-level welded assemblies and National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers member Malben Engineering has invested in a “notable technical... 


a metal steel cut chair frame for a car
Manufacturer anticipates good connections
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The 2025 iteration of the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) Show will be attended by automotive components manufacturers and suppliers from across South... 


AIDC-EC CEO Thabo Shenxane
2025 venue for components show integral to area’s development
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

In line with its corporate mandate to facilitate collaboration between private and public entities in the automotive sector, the Automotive Industry Development Centre – Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) has... 


SABS boardroom
Two SABS execs suspended pending investigations into alleged corruption, mismanagement
29th July 2025 By: Darren Parker

After months of whistleblower reports, investigations and lobbying, the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) COO Lungelo Ntobongwana and chief corporate services officer (CCSO) Lizo Makele have... 


AMAS releases papers on combating misuse of AI, urging adoption of international standards
11th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Global multistakeholder initiative the AI and Multimedia Authenticity Standards Collaboration (AMAS) has released two flagship papers offering recommendations to guide the governance of AI globally... 


IKA showcases lab solutions for Africa’s growing scientific and industrial sectors
IKA showcases lab solutions for Africa’s growing scientific and industrial sectors
8th July 2025

With African laboratories under increasing pressure to deliver reliable results while meeting global standards, laboratory equipment manufacturer IKA Works is positioning its latest technologies as... 


Hanna Instruments showcases accessible, accurate testing solutions
Hanna Instruments showcases accessible, accurate testing solutions
8th July 2025

As industries across Africa increasingly demand accurate, cost-effective testing solutions, Hanna Instruments is positioning itself as a key player in meeting these needs. The privately owned... 


Anton Paar highlights advanced measurement solutions for African industries
Anton Paar highlights advanced measurement solutions for African industries
8th July 2025

Global precision instrument manufacturer Anton Paar is strengthening its presence in Southern Africa and beyond as demand for reliable, high-end laboratory and industrial measurement solutions... 


NMISA deepens metrology ties with Brazil and China
4th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) has entered into strategic cooperation agreements with the National Institute of Metrology (NIM) of China and the Instituto Nacional de... 


a person pouring used oil into a barrel
Company amasses sizable collection numbers
4th July 2025 By: Halima Frost

Having successfully collected an impressive 136 900 ℓ of used oil, used for a range of applications and industries, from various sources, Recycling Oil Saves the Environment (ROSE)... 


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