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From left pictured at AfriSam’s Annual Budget Breakdown event in February 2025, political and economic analyst and strategist Frans Cronje, leading economist Dr Azar Jammine and AfriSam Executive Chairman Eric Diack
Positive economic shifts highlighted at AfriSam annual budget breakdown event
4th March 2025

Despite ongoing challenges in the construction sector, South Africa’s economic outlook is showing encouraging signs of improvement. This was one of the key messages at AfriSam’s Annual Budget... 


An image of Econometrix chief economist and director Dr Azar Jammine
Budget speech delay indicative of a ‘robust democracy’ – economist
21st February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The unprecedented delay in South Africa’s Budget speech this week reflects several positives for the country and, if the country is able to leverage infrastructure spending and tackle structural... 


AfriSam extends commitment to SA Rugby with new partnership
AfriSam extends commitment to SA Rugby with new partnership
17th February 2025

SA Rugby and AfriSam, a leading provider of cement and concrete solutions, have renewed their partnership, which includes sponsorship of the Springboks and an expanded collaboration with South... 


Employees equipped with knowledge and skill to understand hazards and mitigate risks are of vital importance
Major safety milestone for AfriSam
6th February 2025

Testimony to the high levels of health and safety standards maintained across its quarry operations, AfriSam’s Construction Materials division marked a four year Lost Time Injury (LTI) Free... 


Image of an infrastructure construction project
High-strength cement for large-scale projects
17th January 2025

Engineered to enhance structural quality and longevity, AfriSam says its high-strength cement is ideal for high-rise buildings, bridges, and infrastructure projects. The product is designed for a... 


AfriSam has smoothed its customer journey in multiple ways
AfriSam smooths the customer journey
16th January 2025

It is now easier than ever to manage the purchase of construction materials from AfriSam, but the whole customer experience is much deeper than just this moment in the relationship. “We have built... 


The Kendal Ash Disposal Facility project stands out for its vast scale, covering an area of about 2.5 km by 3 km.
Concor’s landmark Kendal ADF project wins Best Projects Awards
9th January 2025

Construction and mining services company Concor won two prestigious Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for its impressive work, undertaken in joint venture with Lubocon Civils, on the Ash... 


AfriSam High Strength Cement provides unmatched strength and durability that cater to both large-scale projects and intricate construction needs
Unleash the power of superior construction with AfriSam High Strength Cement
10th December 2024

AfriSam High Strength Cement has become the benchmark in the South African construction industry, providing unmatched strength and durability that cater to both large-scale projects and intricate... 


AfriSam has successfully completed the construction of two multipurpose courts at Diazville Primary School in the Western Cape
AfriSam constructs multipurpose courts at Diazville Primary School, Empowering learners through sports
22nd November 2024

AfriSam, a leading construction materials company, has successfully completed the construction of two multipurpose courts at Diazville Primary School in the Western Cape. The upgraded sports... 


An image of concrete pipes manufactured by Colossal Concrete Products
Manufacturer supports industry, promotes women in infrastructure
15th November 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

In addition to having produced more than 25-million railway sleepers since its inception in 1958, majority black women-owned construction company Colossal Concrete Products also produces a range of... 


Aerial view of a cement truck
Readymix concrete solution suits range of applications
8th November 2024

A high performance readymix concrete specifically formulated to meet the stringent demands of modern construction projects is said to offer versatility, durability, workability and strength.... 


The Kendal Ash Disposal Facility project stands out for its vast scale, covering an area of approximately 2.5km by 3km
Concor's landmark Kendal ADF project wins Best Projects Awards
7th November 2024

Concor won two prestigious Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for its impressive work, undertaken in joint venture with Lubocon Construction, on the Ash Disposal Facility (ADF) expansion... 


Rumdel, with supplier AfriSam, executed continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) for the upgrade to the N3 at Ashburton
AfriSam and Rumdel Construction recognised for pioneering N3 highway upgrade
7th November 2024

AfriSam and Rumdel Construction were honoured at the Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for their collaborative work on a landmark upgrade to the N3 highway in KwaZulu-Natal. Announced as... 


The ultimate readymix solution for modern construction
The ultimate readymix solution for modern construction
17th October 2024

AfriSam Starmix®, a premium readymix concrete solution, answers the need for high quality, reliable and efficient building materials. Available from leading construction materials company, AfriSam,... 


Image of Tru-Trac belt scale at AfriSam’s Coedmore quarry
Belt scale accuracy improves production at quarry
6th September 2024

A KwaZulu-Natal-based quarry that had been battling discrepancies in monitoring production, sales and inventory, introduced a belt scale solution that it says has led to improvements in management... 


A belt scale from Tru-Trac is winning the day for KwaZulu-Natal-based AfriSam Coedmore Quarry
Tru-Trac belt scale wins the day for AfriSam Coedmore Quarry
23rd August 2024

Following worrying discrepancies in the monitoring of production output, sales and inventory, a belt scale from Tru-Trac is winning the day for KwaZulu-Natal-based AfriSam Coedmore Quarry. With... 


The Verulam Community Hall will serve as a hub for various community activities, fostering social cohesion and providing a space for personal and collective growth
AfriSam constructs Verulam Community Hall, demonstating commitment to sustainable development
12th August 2024

AfriSam, a leading construction materials company, has reaffirmed its dedication to the sustainable development of the communities surrounding its operations with the completion of the Verulam... 


Image of a construction site
Concrete product manufacturers get support
2nd August 2024

Construction materials company AfriSam highlights the specialist solutions it has developed for concrete product manufacturers (CPMs) over its 90 years of operating within the sector. Concrete... 


Image of AfriSam equipment
Construction materials group looks forward as it reaches 90-year legacy
2nd August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

As construction materials group AfriSam celebrates a legacy of 90 years, the group plans to continue innovating, reduce its carbon emissions and improve sustainability, boost skills, and drive... 


AfriSam celebrates a long standing relationship with CPMs
AfriSam's ‘heavy lifting’ for makers of concrete products
9th July 2024

Manufacturing concrete products is an industry segment that faces its own special demands, and AfriSam’s 90 years of experience allows it to take some of the weight of these challenges off its... 


Richard Tomes, AfriSam Sales & Marketing Executive
AfriSam stands ready to serve after 90-years
20th June 2024

Started in 1934 as only the second cement manufacturer in South Africa, AfriSam has built a 90‑year legacy of quality and expertise that ranks with the world’s best. According to Richard Tomes,... 


From left, Mr Majola, principal of Ningizimu Special School), with Theolan Govender, AfriSam Regional Manager, officially open the new classrooms
AfriSam builds enhanced learning facilities for Ningizimu Special School in Durban
12th June 2024

AfriSam, a leading construction materials company, has completed a project to enhance the learning environment at Ningizimu Special School in Durban. The initiative involved the construction of... 


The above image depicts a worker, making use of the Afrisam Roadstab Cement
New cement enhances road durability
7th June 2024

Construction materials supplier AfriSam’s new AfriSam Roadstab Cement is a specialised, high-quality composite cement engineered specifically for road stabilisation tasks. This cement is designed... 


EB Construction has built its reputation on its attention to detail and on the lasting quality of its workmanship
AfriSam quality cement EB Construction’s success
3rd June 2024

Taking an unconventional route into the construction sector, EB Construction’s Ben Wagner has built a solid contracting business that serves residential, commercial and industrial clients.... 


AfriSam recently completed a significant upgrade to the Hillary Community Park
AfriSam upgrades Community Park into a family-friendly haven
20th May 2024

Leading construction materials company, AfriSam, recently completed a significant upgrade to the Hillary Community Park in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, transforming it into a vibrant and family-friendly... 


Image of AfriSam Roadstab Cement used in a road construction project
Specialised cement enhances road durability
17th May 2024

A composite cement formulation, engineered specifically for road construction and stabilisation tasks, is said to enhance the stability and strength of road materials by improving the properties of... 


The formulation of AfriSam Roadstab Cement aims to address the vital requirements of road construction projects by ensuring the durability and stability of road bases
Enhancing road durability with AfriSam Roadstab Cement
6th May 2024

AfriSam Roadstab Cement is a specialised, high quality composite cement engineered specifically for road stabilisation tasks. Available from leading construction materials supplier, AfriSam, this... 


An image of a cement plant
New limestone quarry under development
3rd May 2024

As the important mineral component of its cement, limestone will soon be mined from a new deposit by aggregates and construction materials company AfriSam’s Ulco cement plant, in the Northern Cape.... 


Image of AfriSam All Purpose Cement used in the construction industry
Laying down the benefits of all-purpose cement
19th April 2024

AfriSam All Purpose Cement notes that its specially blended formulation supports the construction of durable and long-lasting structures and highlights its cement’s contribution to the durability... 


AfriSam All Purpose Cement is recognised for its specially blended, high quality formulation that supports the construction of durable and long lasting structures
AfriSam All Purpose Cement still a cornerstone for diverse construction applications
4th April 2024

AfriSam All Purpose Cement is recognised as a fundamental component in various construction applications, embodying versatility, reliability, quality and affordability. This premium product is... 


AfriSam has constructed two Grade R classrooms at the GN Pressley Intermediate School
AfriSam and the Northern Cape Department of Education provide a future of possibilities for young learners
8th March 2024

Leading construction materials company, AfriSam, has collaborated with the Northern Cape Department of Education to complete a community development initiative aimed at improving educational... 


Little cheer from Budget speech, but construction resilient - AfriSam
Little cheer from Budget speech, but construction resilient - AfriSam
28th February 2024

It was a sombre tone at this year’s annual AfriSam Budget Breakdown event, but sales and marketing executive Richard Tomes reminded stakeholders that the company’s 90 years in business should be an... 


Econometrix director and chief economist Dr Azar Jammine
Budget shows an economy treading water, not collapsing – Jammine
23rd February 2024 By: Darren Parker

Although Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Budget, delivered on February 21, seemed somewhat prudent, Econometrix director and chief economist Dr Azar Jammine said there was not much in it to... 


Aerial view of quarry
Major infrastructure needed to access limestone deposit
10th February 2024

A new quarry in the Northern Cape set to be an important source of limestone for a local cement plant, will require significant infrastructure to enable access to the deposit. The deposit is said... 


The existing Ulco operation and new mining area
AfriSam expects to start mining new Ulco limestone quarry later this year
18th January 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Aggregates and construction materials company AfriSam will soon start mining at a new limestone deposit near its Ulco cement plant, in the Northern Cape. The relocated quarry will be capable of... 


Hannes Meyer, AfriSam Cementitious Executive
New limestone quarry for AfriSam at Ulco
18th January 2024

As the important mineral component of its cement, limestone will soon be mined from a new deposit by AfriSam’s Ulco cement plant in the Northern Cape. The relocated quarry will be capable of... 


Image of construction workers on site
Tackling the construction sector skills shortage
17th November 2023

South African construction materials supplier AfriSam says that the company’s ongoing investment in training and development aims to address the lack of technical skills which it says is hampering... 


The Trevenna Super Basement with finishes
Concor clinches construction world best projects awards for two projects
13th November 2023

Concor' s name has long been associated with Construction World's Best Projects with numerous of the company's projects, both in infrastructure and the built environment, winning accolades over the... 


Concor's Trevenna super basement project under construction
Concor secures accolades at Construction World's Best Project Awards
10th November 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Construction company Concor has won awards for two projects at the twenty-second instalment of Construction World’s Best Projects Awards. The aim of the awards is to recognise excellence in civil... 


Image of precast products from Zenzele Pavers and Cladding, manufactured using AfriSam cement
Local cement for local manufacturer
31st October 2023

A family-run, Pretoria-based manufacturer credits its growth in the precast product manufacturing sector to its long-standing partnership with South African cement supplier AfriSam. The business... 


AfriSam as a leading construction materials supplier continues to take the lead in skills development
AfriSam puts skills development front and centre
13th October 2023

To stay ahead in the industry’s war for talent, AfriSam has over the years placed skills at the forefront of its people development initiatives. With its several training programmes, the company... 


Over the years, Zenzele Pavers and Cladding has built a long-term relationship with AfriSam, their leading cement supplier
Zenzele precast products cemented with AfriSam quality
28th September 2023

Zenzele Pavers and Cladding, a family-run Pretoria-based manufacturer, credits its unwavering commitment to quality and its lasting partnership with leading cement supplier AfriSam for its... 


AfriSam has mobilised two existing trains of mobile crushers and screens (comprising eight machines in total) to complement the static plant
"Doing more with less" to meet aggregates demand for N3 project
15th September 2023

To keep up with the massive aggregates demand for the N3 national road upgrade project, AfriSam’s Umlaas Road Quarry has doubled its volumes using existing resources. The lean team on site is... 


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