Digital platforms could provide transformative growth for South Africa’s economy, with projections indicating the addition of R91.4-billion into the country’s economy over the next ten years. A new... 

By Huawei Sub-Saharan Africa Enterprise Business President Guo Guoqing - Africa’s transportation sector is on the cusp of a major transformation. Driven by technological advances in fields such as... 

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which is the global representative body for the airline industry, has announced the theme for its 2024 World Safety and Operations Conference... 

Experts have cautioned that as South Africa pursues digital transformation, it must ensure that it does not widen the already significant digital divide and digital inequality in the country. While... 

International technology group ANDRITZ will showcase its comprehensive range of solid/liquid separation technologies for the mining and minerals industry at Electra Mining Africa. Visitors can... 

Telecommunications group Vodacom is continuing its plans to modernise its network and accelerate broadband coverage, particularly in townships and deep rural areas, as part of its long-term vision... 

While South Africa has made notable progress in reducing occupational injuries and diseases in the mining and industrial sectors, more needs to be done – including bolstering collaboration and... 

State-owned electricity utility Eskom is focusing on reducing coal intensity and expanding renewable energy as part of its commitment to a sustainable future. This shift in strategy prioritises... 

With larger multinational companies moving towards the digital platforms, freight forwarding service Manta Freight Logistics advises that, despite the advantages of digital platforms, it increases... 

Vertiv™ Liebert® GXE 1-3kVA UPS provides essential power protection for 230V applications Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today... 

Power and energy expert Vally Padayachee has emphasised the untapped potential and critical importance of optimising the country’s grid system, especially now as it transforms into a high-value... 

The use of data analytics and dedicated algorithms is further enhancing proactive maintenance by enabling more detailed analysis from data generated by machinery such as drills, loaders and trucks.... 

As digitalisation continues to transform industries, the real estate sector has to deal with significant changes in how it manages and protects information, especially with the transition from... 

Automotive manufacturer BMW will launch its fourth-generation sports activity vehicle (SAV) X3 in South Africa in the fourth quarter of this year. Designed as an all-rounder for everyday use,... 

Students in the Film and TV Department in the Wits School of Arts (WSOA) are to benefit from a Netflix Creative Equity grant from the global streaming entertainment service.  The Netflix grant will... 

US company Siemens Digital Industries Software (Siemens), part of the Germany-based major multinational Siemens technology group, and the Air sector of the UK-based global major aerospace and... 

Energy demand growth is forecast to be among the highest levels this year and next, compared with the last two decades, the International Energy Agency (IEA) notes in its ‘Electricity Mid-Year... 

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) is hosting a first-of-its-kind joint conference between its South Africa and Zimbabwe branches at the Futuroad Expo in Johannesburg, from... 

Global air transport industry technology solutions group SITA announced on Friday that it had completed all the legal procedures and regulatory formalities for its acquisition of Germany-based... 

Global fastener solutions manufacturer fischer India announced the launch of its pre-positioned undercut anchor, or FSU, which is a “ground-breaking addition” to fischer's line-up designed to meet... 

Telecommunications company Vodacom is investing more than R400-million over the current financial year to increase capacity and resilience and accelerate access to connectivity throughout the Free... 

The nature and scale of the digital sector’s environmental footprint remains largely unassessed, and there is an urgent need for sustainable strategies throughout the life cycle of digitalisation,... 

South Africa’s transport industry is a significant contributor to the country’s gross domestic product; however, it is being impacted on by several factors, which necessitates the reskilling and... 

Addressing water challenges now is essential to avoiding significant future issues, says water solutions provider Modena Design Centres, adding that data and digitalisation are key to understanding... 

Global technology company Mastercard and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have launched a new alliance to extend digital access to critical services for 100-million individuals and businesses in... 

Engineering News talks to Omnia agriculture division MD Mandla Mpofu about the opportunities technology is unlocking in the local agricultural landscape and how the company is contributing to the... 

Mobile telecommunications provider MTN IoT products head Lawrence Juku explains why digitalisation of agriculture is important to overcome traditional challenges and ensure sustainable farming... 

By Herman Mare, General Manager Protection and Control at ACTOM In South Africa today, a reliable and stable electricity supply is essential for both businesses and households. However, persistent... 

Biometric time and attendance and access control systems provider Uniclox senior sales executive Christo Wandrag talks to Engineering News about the role the company is playing in the... 

South African automotive lead-acid battery manufacturer AUTO-X solar 0 & M manager Jaco Weideman discusses the importance of digitalisation in ensuring sustainable farming operations, while AUTO-X... 

Automotive manufacturer BMW Group South Africa onboarded its 2024 cohort at BMW Group Plant Rosslyn Training Academy on May 7, marking its ongoing commitment to the Youth Employment Service (YES)... 

IT and AI company Suppple Plc in May witnessed its £200-million initial public offering (IPO) on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) in Europe. Suppple will be required to comply with LuxSE rules... 

The Xchange Conference, hosted by IS³, a business unit of Digital Industries, in the Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal, is spotlighting the significant trend of IT and Operational Technology (OT)... 

Gear motors, frequency inverters and drive automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE electronics business development manager Willem Strydom highlights the company’s role in the agriculture industry’s... 

By Mamiki Matlawa, Group Business Development Executive at ACTOM The shifting landscape of the energy sector towards sustainability and efficiency will have implications for workforce and skills... 

Murray & Roberts Cementation, part of the Murray & Roberts group, is a top-tier underground mining contractor headquartered in Johannesburg, serving Africa. 

Global pump manufacturer Grundfos water utilities regional product manager Stephan Venter speaks to Engineering News about the role the company is playing in the digitalisation of agriculture,... 

Global air transport IT solutions group SITA announced on Tuesday that it was expanding into the maritime sector, with the launch of its new subsidiary company, SmartSea. It also announced that... 

Global pump manufacturer Grundfos water utilities regional product manager Stephan Venter speaks to Engineering News about the role the company is playing in the digitalisation of agriculture,... 

With the advent of Industry 5.0, which will be characterised by the fusion of digital technologies, data analytics and automation, mining and industrial consultant Schauenburg Systems asserts that... 

Gear motors, frequency inverters and drive automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE electronics business development manager Willem Strydom highlights the company’s role in the agriculture industry’s... 

Biometric time and attendance and access control systems provider Uniclox senior sales executive Christo Wandrag talks to Engineering News about the role the company is playing in the...