As Africa’s manufacturing sector accelerates its journey into the era of Industry 4.0, the benefits are becoming increasingly clear – including reduced risk, leaner supply chains and lower... 

The Automechanika Buyers and Visitors Sub-Saharan Africa Roadshow concluded its six‑nation journey with a highly successful final stop in Windhoek. The gathering provided participants with valuable... 

South Africa’s coal mining sector is undergoing a significant transformation. The traditional model of large, centralised mines with massive 2 000 t/h coal handling plants is giving way to smaller,... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events Business Sweden senior consultant Karin Ericsson says the first-ever Swedish Pavilion at IMARC 2025 will be Team Sweden’s largest export... 

The mining industry is undergoing a major shift – moving beyond traditional extraction into a new era defined by innovation, digitalisation and responsible sourcing. On October 21 at 12:00,... 

South Africa’s mining industry remains a cornerstone of the economy, but it is entering a period of accelerated transition, with stakeholders urging greater policy certainty, technological... 

The South African–German Energy Partnership will host a webinar on 16 October 2025 at 14:00 SAST to explore the transformative role of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) in South Africa’s... 

By: Evershree Mathadeen - Channel Director, Secure Power at Schneider Electric Africa’s banking landscape continues to undergo some exciting change, fuelled by regulatory reform, population growth... 

The growing trade of solar power by independent power producers (IPPs) is playing a pivotal role in South Africa’s rapidly deregulating electricity market. By diversifying the energy mix and... 

As part of its rebranding, multi-disciplinary consulting engineering and built environment firm Zimile has introduced two new business units – Innovation and Energy – that are central to the... 

Collaboration advances railway intelligence, driving innovation, efficiency, and smarter transport systems across the region The Huawei Railway Summit 2025 was held in Johannesburg, South Africa,... 

Plant equipment manufacturer Bühler is driving the digital transformation of milling operations through real-time data insights, predictive maintenance and AI-driven optimisation. With the milling... 

Success in exporting – facilitated in part by a strong relationship with industry association South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) – contributes to South Africa’s economic growth... 

By: Renai Moothilal - NAACAM CEO South Africa’s automotive industry stands at a pivotal moment. The engine of South African industrial growth, the sector is now grappling with a convergence of... 

By: Paul Steyn, Project Manager Lead – Field Services, Schneider Electric Africa, often dubbed the ‘world’s mineral hub,’ holds 30% of the globe’s mineral resources and 19% of the reserves of... 

State-owned Transnet on August 19 held its yearly supplier day workshop, during which a “comprehensive but not exhaustive list” of procurement opportunities for suppliers across the entity’s... 

Industrial equipment and solutions supplier Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) and welding products manufacturer Fronius South Africa will showcase their advanced welding technologies at... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its new MasterPacT MTZ Active range of circuit breakers in South Africa. The... 

Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have entered into a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets including Mozambique, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The initial... 

Landlocked developing countries can unlock trade opportunities through regional cooperation, digital readiness and targeted reforms, says UN Trade and Development (Unctad). With the right policy... 

The SmartAsset Intelligence platform, which incorporates AI, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and smart sensors for operational optimisation, offers a modern solution to customers, says... 

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... 

Despite trade disruptions, global total air cargo demand continued an upward trend in June, albeit by only 0.8%, year-on-year (y-o-y), the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has... 

The reliability provided by control valves plays a critical role in water treatment processes across the mining sector, where durability and efficiency can directly impact on plant performance and... 

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... 

The South African government is embarking on a new five-year roadmap to deliver a unified and modernised ‘One Person, One Government, One Touch’ system that reshapes how citizens access essential... 

The South African government is embarking on a new five-year roadmap to deliver a unified and modernised ‘One Person, One Government, One Touch’ system that reshapes how citizens access essential... 

Operation Vulindlela deserves a solid thumbs up. Let’s have more collective structural reform implementation. It’s already clear that working together as South Africa Incorporated is a successful... 

Information and communication technology group Vodacom Business has deployed a mobile private network (MPN) at Sasol’s synthetic fuel facility in Secunda, Mpumalanga. Tailored to meet the specific... 

Portable gas detectors are crucial for safety in various industries, as they provide real-time monitoring of hazardous gases. This, in turn, allows for the timely detection of leaks, the prevention... 

While initiatives to modernise Southern Africa’s mineral logistics corridors and improve cross-border cooperation are gaining traction, the pace of reform is still too slow to match the rising... 

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global representative body for the airline (including air cargo) sector, while air cargo accounted for less than 1% of the... 

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global representative body for the airline (including air cargo) sector, while air cargo accounted for less than 1% of the... 

With growing supply chain disruption, climate impacts and political instability globally, African manufacturers need to devise resilient strategies and embrace regional integration to ensure... 

As infrastructure upgrades, digitalisation and efficiency measures take shape at South African ports, this surge in activity underscores a critical need for significant investment in electric... 

Huawei eKit officially launched a full suite of more than 20 new products tailored to empower South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the tools they need to scale, innovate,... 

Energy and automation company Schneider Electric launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa at its new head office in Midrand, Gauteng. The Innovation Hub now forms part of Schneider Electric’s... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched Chapter 3 of its online Sustainability School, a free training programme designed to... 

(Virtual Showroom) The mining industry stands at a crossroads, where embracing innovation is no longer optional but essential. As  Mining Indaba 2025 explores the theme of ‘Future-Proofing African... 

(Virtual Showroom) ABB Electrification is set to attend the upcoming Africa Energy Indaba 2025 from 4 to 7 March in Cape Town, a key gathering of industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders... 

Vodacom Business has deployed a Mobile Private Network (MPN) at Sasol’s synthetic fuel facility in Secunda, Mpumalanga. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in leveraging advanced... 

President Cyril Ramaphosa said that as South Africa strives to achieve energy security through investment in renewable and other clean energy, it looks forward to expanding its cooperation with...