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CSIR, Coega sign MoU to collaborate on research and development
13th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Coega Development Corporation (Coega), which is responsible for managing the Coega Special Economic Zone, in the Nelson Mandela Bay... 


Mali hopes Russia partnership will help end raw gold exports
13th June 2025 By: Reuters

Mali's government will establish a State-controlled gold refinery with Russia's Yadran to boost bullion revenue as West African nations aim for greater resource returns amid rising commodity... 


ZEITI national coordinator Ian Mwiinga.
Well done, Zambia, on your transparent ‘G-Factor’ mining revenue system
13th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Zambia is strengthening transparency and accountability to make sure that natural resources improve the lives of all of its citizens. It gives easy visibility to the level of natural resource... 


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DHL investing considerably into Middle East, African operations
13th June 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Multinational logistics company DHL Group is investing over €500-million in the Middle East, with the company seeing significant potential especially in the fast-growing Saudi Arabia and United... 


Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson
Macpherson encourages public to comment on Integrated Social Facilitation Framework
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson is encouraging all South Africans to submit their comments on the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure’s (DPWI’s) Integrated Social... 


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Transport sector shows signs of stabilisation amid ongoing structural challenges – index
13th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

After declining for eight consecutive months to reach a revised index level of 113.5 in January, the lowest level since December 2022, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (TFI) increased in each... 


Addressing delays in infrastructure projects
13th June 2025

By: Chris Campbell - CEO of Consulting Engineers South Africa Delays in infrastructure projects are a persistent challenge, particularly in developing economies. These delays, whether stemming from... 


 United Manganese of Kalahari CEO Malcolm Curror
Collaborative CSR is a national strategic imperative – UMK
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

As South Africa faces mounting economic pressure, exacerbated most recently by the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF’s) latest downgrade, corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategic... 


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Climate Investment Funds approve $2.6bn coal-exit plan for South Africa
13th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

A World Bank-linked climate fund has backed South African plans to cut its reliance on coal, unlocking up to $2.6-billion in financing and giving the nation’s energy transition an unexpected boost.... 


Krutham executive chairperson Dr Stuart Theobald
Krutham announces winners of the 2025 Africa Impact Investment Awards
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Research-led consulting firm Krutham has announced the winners of the third edition of the Africa Impact Investment Awards, sponsored by FirstRand. Krutham says this year’s winners demonstrate how... 


IQON Business Services to Showcase Innovative Steel, Drone & Tech Solutions at Big 5 Construct South Africa 2025
13th June 2025

IQON Business Services is proud to announce its participation as an exhibitor at Big 5 Construct South Africa 2025, taking place from 18 to 20 June 2025 at the Gallagher Convention Centre,... 


South Africa given access to $1bn concessional fund to help green industry
South Africa given access to $1bn concessional fund to help green industry
13th June 2025 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa has been selected alongside six other developing countries to participate in a new $1-billion global investment programme that will provide concessional finance for projects that... 


DA calls for urgent action, accountability for defence’s operational breakdown
DA calls for urgent action, accountability for defence’s operational breakdown
13th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Democratic Alliance (DA) on Friday expressed concern at the accelerating collapse of South Africa’s defence capabilities, calling for urgent action, real investment, and accountability. DA... 


Toyota Material Handling: CELEBRATING 40 EXCEPTIONAL YEARS
Toyota Material Handling: CELEBRATING 40 EXCEPTIONAL YEARS
13th June 2025

Today Toyota Material Handling, a division of CFAO Equipment, marked 40 years of success as a market leader and preferred supplier of material handling equipment in South Africa at a celebratory... 


Air Products MD Charles Dos Santos with the Hydrogen refueller
South Africa has opportunity to develop its own hydrogen economy, says Air Products
13th June 2025

South Africa has an opportunity to develop its own hydrogen economy, without a dependency on the global dynamics, says Air Products MD Charles Dos Santos in the attached video interview with... 


EWN&S proudly launches INE Welding in South Africa as a sole agent
EWN&S proudly launches INE Welding in South Africa as a sole agent
13th June 2025

Gas and welding supplier EWN&S is proud to announce its exclusive partnership as the sole agency for INE Welding in South Africa. As a global leader in welding technology, INE represents the... 


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Mashatile undertakes working visit to Russia to strengthen bilateral economic, trade ties
13th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will from June 17 till 21, undertake a working visit to the Russian Federation, aimed at strengthening bilateral economic and trade ties between South Africa and... 


Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
13th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Business Chamber says it is deeply saddened at the proposed closure of the Goodyear tyre plant in Kariega. CEO Denise van Huyssteen says a section189A process has been... 


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On-The-Air (13/06/2025)
13th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about Shanghai Platinum Week; gold recovery in Australia and copper mining in Northern Cape. 


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Volkswagen recalls 142 Polos, 8 Taigos in South Africa over airbag issue
13th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The National Consumer Commission has issued a recall of 142 Volkswagen Polo vehicles and eight Volkswagen Taigo vehicles, as notified by Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA). The recall was issued owing... 


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Nersa registered 160 generation facility in final quarter of 2024/25 financial year
13th June 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) registered 160 new generation facilities, contributing 2 187 MW and representing an investment value of R41.94-billion, in the fourth quarter... 


Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo open next week in Johannesburg, advancing national delivery goals
13th June 2025

 Big 5 Construct South Africa is gearing up to open next week at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, marking the start of its 12th edition and the launch of South Africa Infrastructure... 


Saint-Gobain Africa Sparks Urgent Conversations on Sustainable Construction
Saint-Gobain Africa Sparks Urgent Conversations on Sustainable Construction
13th June 2025

Against the backdrop of World Environment Day 2025 and Africa’s fast-approaching construction boom, Saint-Gobain Africa hosted its first Sustainable Construction Talk (SCT) on African soil last... 


Epiroc rocks youth development programmes!
Epiroc rocks youth development programmes!
13th June 2025

Epiroc is not just building equipment - it’s building futures. Through its dynamic internship and learner programmes, the mining equipment and services specialist is shaping South Africa’s next... 


Big changes on the way for South Africa's electricity market
Big changes on the way for South Africa's electricity market
13th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses big changes in the electricity sector, linked to the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act; the vertical separation of the transmission business... 


Booze Cap Set to Showcase Game-Changing Drunk Driving Prevention Tech at Transport Evolution Africa 2025
13th June 2025

Booze Cap, a proudly South African brand revolutionizing road safety, will be exhibiting at Transport Evolution Africa 2025 at Gallagher Convention Centre from 17–19 June 2025. The company is set... 


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South Africa to give Transnet more guarantees to settle debt
13th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

South Africa’s government said it will give Transnet additional guarantees so the troubled State ports and freight railway operator can settle all its debt that falls due and execute its... 


BMG's formula to back emerging driver talent in South African motorsport
BMG's formula to back emerging driver talent in South African motorsport
13th June 2025

BMG has reaffirmed its commitment to local talent development through its sponsorship of 22-year-old Karabo Malemela, a driver on the Pablo Clark Racing (PCR) Development Company’s Motorsport... 


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Sintech
13th June 2025

It is no coincidence that the majority of the world’s mobile crushing equipment is fitted with PT Tech hydraulic power take off (HPTO) clutch units as they were essentially designed to meet the... 


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Company brings digital tech to quarrying sector
13th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The adoption of digital innovations, such as modern equipment or technologies for automation and cloud storage solutions, are becoming more prevalent in the quarrying and mining sector in Africa.... 


The HydraPac hydraulic power unit.
System design prioritises efficiency, durability
13th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important consideration in the design of fluid power systems. In response, the hydraulic tooling systems of manufacturer and distributor of specialised... 


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Entry-level crushing plant under development by original-equipment supplier
13th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Despite economic headwinds and infrastructure bottlenecks, turnkey crushing and quarrying solutions company Gold Rock Projects is expanding its product offering to the quarrying sector with the... 


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Contractor outlines strategies to address infrastructure challenges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Carefully coordinated efforts are required to sufficiently address South Africa’s bridge infrastructure challenges and this encompasses regular maintenance, innovative construction techniques and... 


a danfoss wheel loader on a construction site
New tech addresses labour gaps, sustainability
13th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Labour shortages and sustainability are the two major trends shaping the future of hydraulics and pneumatics in Africa, says fluid control solutions supplier Danfoss. “The industry is seeing fewer... 


Anglo American Zimele head Larisha Naidoo
Youth development programme collaborates with cruise liner
13th June 2025 By: Halima Frost

South Africa’s largest enterprise development programme Zimele – created by mining major Anglo American – having announced previously that youth employment is a key focus area, will welcome up to... 


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Overberg Wind Farm, South Africa
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The Overberg Wind Farm will be South Africa’s biggest privately developed wind farm. 


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Atlantis solar PV/BESS plant, South Africa – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

To date, about 2 400 solar panels out of the planned 12 850 panels have been installed at the plant.  


Formula for ammonia
Coega green ammonia project, South Africa – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project has reached another milestone. 


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Association outlines upside to using zinc-based materials for roads, bridges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

More civil and design engineers should specify the use of galvanised steel structures and hot-dip galvanised reinforcing steel for road and bridge infrastructure, says industry organisation... 


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Organisation calls for more infrastructure spend
13th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The South African government must “open up” the construction sector so that small and artisanal mining, and quarrying operations, can contribute to government’s plans to improve and establish new... 


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South Africa’s national mineral researchers deserve a big pat on the back
13th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Mintek’s world-leading use of zero-emission hydrogen and aluminium as reductants is demonstrative of South Africa leading the way in the production of manganese ferroalloys with a carbon-free... 


Suzuki showcases rural mobility strength at Nampo 2025
Suzuki showcases rural mobility strength at Nampo 2025
13th June 2025

Engineering News caught up with automotive manufacturer Suzuki Auto South Africa brand marketing manager Brendon Carpenter following Nampo 2025, in Bothaville, where the company showcased its... 


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Uncertainty persists over key mining Bill clauses as Mantashe publishes erratum
13th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

The latest version of the Mineral Resources Development Bill of 2025, released for public comment on May 20, is unlikely to meet its objectives and may instead prolong regulatory uncertainty,... 


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