Building Information Modelling (BIM) is one of those advanced technologies that can play a vital role in helping transform the construction sector in South Africa. More than just being a... 

The KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition, also known as KITE, will be held at the Durban Exhibition Centre from July 18 to 20 for the fortieth consecutive year.  Attendance numbers are... 

An innovative Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) initiative will give member companies and other industry professionals the opportunity to directly benefit from its... 

The latest ‘Market Spotlight on Africa’ report published by England-based market intelligence service DC Byte points to significant growth in demand for data centres on the continent. In... 

Industry body the Road Freight Association and industry collaboration platform the Transport Forum of South Africa have announced that the first small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) Road Freight... 

The demands of digitalisation, electrification, autonomous vehicles, sustainability and changing consumer preferences have given rise to a host of new occupations within the automotive sector,... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with H2-Enterprises to explore... 

By Mark Wells, Chief Customer Officer, Experian Africa The continual growth in online fraud has led to a shift in Financial Services and Telecommunications business priorities. Experian’s latest... 

High youth unemployment, combined with a national skills shortage and the fact that just over a third of the population is between 15 and 35 years old, means that South Africa – already contending... 

High youth unemployment, combined with a national skills shortage and the fact that just over a third of the population is between 15 and 35 years old, means that South Africa – already contending... 

Despite the prevailing global transition away from coal-based forms of energy, the fossil fuel remains crucial in supplying baseload energy and powering critical industries, says mining investment... 

Digital transformation is imperative for mining, serving as the “seamless thread” through all the mining value chain processes, and enhances safety and health, security, production, and workforce... 

By Colin Timmis, Xero South Africa Country Manager Whether it’s to follow a lifelong passion or have greater flexibility and find some work-life balance, there are many reasons why small business... 

In addressing future “digital champions” at the X-Change 2023 conference on June 5, AVEVA digital portfolio strategy director Tim Sowell said industries globally are racing to break down silos in... 

Operational technology software provider AVEVA continuously strives to advance its technologies in the mining sector as both the local and global mining sectors evolve. AVEVA Select partner,... 

Today’s manufacturers are under pressure to be more flexible, reduce downtime, increase efficiency and, above all, keep personnel safe. These efforts are complicated by yet another requirement: the... 

With 2023 marking 30 years of Securex South Africa and 13 years of A-OSH EXPO, this year’s events – to be held at the Gallagher Convention Centre from June 6 to 8 – will showcase various security... 

Digital solutions can help South Africa improve service delivery and strengthen governance, says Altron Karabina senior specialist: key accounts manager Murunwa Mashamba. Critical to the success of... 

Mandela Mining Precinct Real-Time Information Management System programme manager JJ Verhaeghe has outlined key insights for the manufacturing industry, gleaned from learnings from a survey on the... 

There are three broad transitions under way that are likely to have a considerable impact on the mining and manufacturing sectors in South Africa and Africa, especially given the demand for... 

In setting up to accelerate a global circular economy, the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) will be focusing on the value chains of wind turbines and solar photovoltaic panels and... 

The role that satellite services can play in Africa’s journey to sustainable growth, inclusivity and economic prosperity cannot be understated, says Liquid Satellite CEO and Liquid Dataport chief... 

Africa’s problem is not fossil fuels or the continent’s dependence on raw land and minerals but the lack of capacity to transition from these dependences into something else. This is a matter... 

African players in the Tooling Systems industry are encouraged to attend the ISTMA 16th World Conference where they will get the opportunity to showcase their manufacturing and tooling abilities... 

Orica, one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers and trusted partner and technology pace-setter, continues to reinforce its commitment to innovation and value... 

South Africa is approaching a water crisis as load shedding adds undue pressure to water and wastewater treatment systems already on the verge of collapse. However, there is still hope that South... 

Automation company Festo has further developed its compressed air technology to make its pneumatics sustainable, resource saving and energy efficient. While the production of tyres and wafers are... 

Water is an infinitely reusable resource and South Africa must pursue the treatment and reuse of its wastewater to unlock the benefit it will gain from having sufficient water resources available... 

WIKA is moving into the future with a new claim. It was presented to the public for the first time at the Hannover Messe. With “Smart in sensing” the WIKA Group underlines its corporate strategy... 

Border management agency SITA sees considerable potential for South Africa and Africa to leapfrog legacy deployments and adopt digital solutions at borders to streamline travel and transport in the... 

Huawei has successfully held the Fusion Solar Forum 2023 at the sidelines of the Solar Show Africa 2023 in Johannesburg recently. Industry associations, sector organisations, industry leaders and... 

May is National Energy Month and, from 16 - 18 May at Cape Town’s International Conference Centre, speakers at the Enlit Africa conference will ignite conversations between delegates, as innovators... 

Original-equipment manufacturer Epiroc has announced its second green bond issuance to fund the continued development of sustainable products and solutions. The bond, issued on May 3, in Stockholm,... 

The World Economic Forum’s latest ‘Future of Jobs’ report states that 23% of all jobs globally will change by 2027, through growth of 10.2% and a decline of 12.3%, in the next five years.... 

By Scott Mumford, Chief Commercial Officer Liquid Dataport & Chief Executive Officer Liquid Satellite  Besides drumming up fascination on social media as people share photos and debate the “strange... 

The Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP) has shifted its focus from an investment and research perspective, and is now more focused on applied and longer-term research, as opposed to early-stage... 

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which is the global representative body for the airline industry, believed that the three priorities for the air cargo sector were, in the order... 

Specialised global asset management firm The Rohatyn Group (TRG) on April 3 announced the completion of its acquisition of Ethos Private Equity, an alternative asset management firm in Africa.... 

Demand for green logistics is rising, with 75% of shippers looking for environment-friendly options when exporting to high-income countries, the World Bank’s ‘2023 Logistics Performance Index’... 

Mining and infrastructure equipment manufacturer Epiroc says it is continuously accelerating the transformation of the mining industry toward lower emissions, improved safety, and higher... 

Professional services firm PwC has confirmed in the second edition of its 'State of Digital Transformation in the South African Mining Industry: Ten Insights into the Fourth Industrial Revolution... 

By Muhannad Nabulsi, Services Channel Transformation Leader, MEA at Schneider Electric Business resiliency and continuity remain among the most trending outcomes sought by any end user. Regarding...