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The above image depicts the Astec RX-600ex cold planer
New cold planer sets new standards for road building, rehabilitation
Updated 2 hours 17 minutes ago

Used for the first time in South Africa on the rehabilitation of the R21 highway in Gauteng last month, specialised equipment manufacturer Astec’s RX-600ex cold planer is “poised to set new... 


Bühler tackles food security challenges in Africa
Updated 2 hours 17 minutes ago By: Lynne Davies

With Africa's rapidly growing population, ensuring food security has become a critical mission for Bühler, a leading provider of engineering solutions. The company’s primary focus is on improving... 


An image of McKinsey & Company partner and Africa capital excellence leader Gerhard Nel
Project complexities rise amid increasing mineral investment
Updated 2 hours 17 minutes ago By: Nadine Ramdass

Amid increased demand for, and investment in, energy transition minerals, project complexities are increasing, says management consulting company McKinsey & Company partner and Africa capital... 


IFC's investments in Africa grow 23% to $14.2bn in past year
31st October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Development finance institution the International Finance Corporation's (IFC's) investments in Africa totalled $14.2-billion in the past fiscal year, or 23% higher than the prior year, which is its... 


Securing the Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles: A Cybersecurity Imperative for the Future
31st October 2024 By: Dimpho Madiba

By: Lionel Dartnall - Country Manager, Check Point Software Technologies The global transition towards electric mobility (e-mobility) is accelerating rapidly, driven by environmental goals,... 


Construction mafia remains a major problem, warns MBA North
Construction mafia remains a major problem, warns MBA North
31st October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The problem posed by the construction mafia on the ground remains a major stumbling block in the recovery of the construction industry, and especially its ability to create more jobs, says Master... 


Home without harm, everyone everyday: LTA Autecon prioritises safety and quality
Home without harm, everyone everyday: LTA Autecon prioritises safety and quality
31st October 2024

“Any construction company can provide a product or a service, but consistently providing an excellent product on time without harm is something for which LTA Autecon is known. This is part of our... 


Smart geyser devices offer cost-effective solution to household energy usage & management in SA
31st October 2024

In April 2024, Sensor Networks hosted a competition on John Maytham’s Rapid Fire radio show, offering participants the opportunity to win a smart geyser device for their homes, along with a... 


CBE to hold a two day climate change Indaba
31st October 2024

The Council for the Built Environment (CBE) is well on track to convene its second Built Environment Climate Change Indaba (BECCI) in Mandeni Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal on 07-08 November... 


The Tshipi mine within the Kalahari manganese field.
Manganese production strong, prices weak, Jupiter reports
31st October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Australia-listed manganese company Jupiter Mines, which has a 49.9% beneficial interest in Tshipi é Ntle Manganese’s Tshipi mine in South Africa’s Kalahari manganese field, on Thursday reported... 


Concor was honoured by the Master Builders Association (MBA) North, winning in the regional category for projects under R15 million, for the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, along with the reconfiguration of an underground parking area into a taxi holding facility.
Concor's mastery in fast track implementation underscored by award
31st October 2024

Concor once again showcased its remarkable ability to execute complex, fast track projects with exceptional efficiency and safety during the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility,... 


Spotlight on Middle East's 'first digital gold mine'
30th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A panel of global leaders in mining, technology and engineering have shared crucial insights at the International Mining and Resources Conference + Expo (IMARC), in Sydney, Australia, into how... 


Minerals Council chief economist Hugo Pienaar
Medium-Term Budget's logistics, infrastructure focus to benefit mining, says Minerals Council
30th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Minerals Council South Africa says it is encouraged by the focus in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on October 30, on initiatives to... 


DWS, Unisa partner to boost clean water provision
30th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the University of South Africa’s (Unisa’s) College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET) have partnered to boost the provision of clean and... 


Joburg Water embarks on Carlswald reservoir construction, upgrade water network
30th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Johannesburg Water’s work to upgrade its water pipeline network in Carlswald, in Midrand, a prerequisite to a bigger plan to build the new Carlswald reservoir, is progressing well. The Carlswald... 


Babcock backs the bold
Babcock backs the bold
30th October 2024

Babcock recognises the vital role that SMEs play in building a sustainable and resilient supply chain in South Africa, and supports emerging companies that are determined to succeed. Entrepreneur... 


Automechanika Johannesburg 2024: The Premier Event for Africa's Automotive Service Industry
30th October 2024

Automechanika Johannesburg is set to take place from 19-21 November 2024 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, NASREC. As the premier event for the automotive service industry in Africa, Automechanika... 


Simandou to mine first cargo by end 2025
Simandou to mine first cargo by end 2025
30th October 2024 By: Reuters

China's biggest listed steelmaker, Baoshan Iron & Steel, expects the Simandou iron ore project in Guinea to complete infrastructure construction and mine its first cargo by the end of 2025, the... 


“Harnessing the translational research framework to accelerate solutions for South Africa's electricity grid crisis”
“Harnessing the translational research framework to accelerate solutions for South Africa's electricity grid crisis”
30th October 2024

Author: PROFESSOR VALLY PADAYACHEE - POWER AND ENERGY EXPERT [A former Senior Executive at City Power Johannesburg and a former Executive Manager at Eskom] South Africa's electricity grid crisis... 


CSIRO report reveals shifting attitudes towards mining in Australia
29th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A new report by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has shown that public trust in mining has improved, especially in light of an understanding that access to critical minerals is essential... 


Climate change impacts are adding further complexities in water sector challenges
29th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Climate change is adding further layers of complexity to the already existing challenges of providing sustainable water resources and sanitation in South Africa, says Department of Water and... 


Anglo American Chile CEO Patricio Hidalgo
Anglo highlights role of sustainability, innovation in unlocking copper growth
29th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

New hydraulic dewatered stacking (HDS) technology has the potential to transform the nature of tailings and land rehabilitation in the mining industry, Anglo American Chile CEO Patricio Hidalgo... 


Etana Energy CEO Evan Rice
Renewables, wheeling agreements could help local manufacturers
29th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The success of the manufacturing sector, which plays an important role in economic development and is important for job creation, depends on reliable, stable and affordable energy supply.... 


Gustavo Pimenta
Vale partners with China's Jinnan steel to build iron ore processing plant in Oman
29th October 2024 By: Reuters

Brazilian miner Vale, one of the world's largest iron ore producers, said on Monday it had partnered with China's Jinnan Steel Group to build an iron ore beneficiation plant in Oman to produce high... 


Rowena Smith
Australian rare earths developer ASM eyes US defence funding
29th October 2024 By: Reuters

Rare earths developer Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) sees more funds becoming available for rare earths projects from the United States Department of Defence even if there is a change in... 


Balwin expects better second half, with positive sentiment starting to materialise
29th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed residential property developer Balwin recorded a 28% year-on-year decline in revenue to R852.7-million and a 57% year-on-year decrease in profit to R76.9-million for the six months ended... 


Unlocking the Future: Smart Metering Redefines Utility Management and Sustainability
Unlocking the Future: Smart Metering Redefines Utility Management and Sustainability
29th October 2024

By: Francois Conradie - Technology Sales Engineer, Remote Metering Solutions (RMS) In 1972, Theodore Paraskevakos, a Greek-American inventor and businessman, developed the first smart meters while... 


Axis Communications engineering and training manager for Middle East and Africa Rudie Opperman
Individual responsibility, whole-of-ecosystem approach important for industrial cyber resilience
28th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Awareness of cybersecurity best practices by all employees and role-players and having a zero-trust mindset are important to protect infrastructure and industrial facilities and make them more... 


Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George
South Africa to seek rise in yearly climate finance pledge to $1.3tr at COP29
28th October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa will call for the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance to be set at $1.3-trillion yearly during the upcoming COP29 climate negotiations, which will be held in Baku,... 


Strong call for FCEVs to be advanced as an immediate-term necessity.
Platinum association highlights advantages of quicker fuel cell electric vehicle deployment
28th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

The International Platinum Group Metals Association (IPA) is calling on policymakers to urgently drive forward the deployment of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), alongside battery electric... 


Big 5 Construct Kenya returns for its 2024 showcase endorsed by the Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development
28th October 2024

Kenya's economy experienced a robust recovery in 2023, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching $107.44 billion, reflecting a 14% growth compared to 2022 (Source: World Bank). The... 


Is Generative AI overhyped?
28th October 2024

By: Anthony Willis - Senior Specialist: Solutions Architect at Altron Digital Business Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in particular, have captured the... 


World Odyssey cruise liner
TNPA expecting 268 passenger liners this cruise season
28th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The docking of the World Odyssey at the Port of Cape Town signifies the beginning of South Africa’s cruise season, which will see the docking and sailing of 268 passenger liners at the commercial... 


The Hazelmere dam
DWS commissions piano key weir dam at Hazelmere dam
28th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new piano key weir (PKW) dam has been commissioned by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) at the Hazelmere dam, in the Mdloti river in KwaZulu-Natal. The commissioning of the dam... 


Are You Ready to Shape the Future of Regional Connectivity? Join Us as a Speaker at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum & Expo 2025
28th October 2024

In an era of rapid globalisation and expanding trade, Africa stands at a critical juncture where the development of transport and logistics infrastructure will significantly shape its economic... 


Why Supercharging Transport and Logistics for Regional Connectivity is Vital for Africa’s Economic Growth
28th October 2024

Join us in Johannesburg for the 12th annual Transport Evolution Africa Forum & Expo from 4-6 March 2025 to be part of Africa’s journey towards an integrated, sustainable transport infrastructure.... 


Millennial mining heirs bet the family business on Argentine copper
Millennial mining heirs bet the family business on Argentine copper
25th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

When he was 16, Adam Lundin was lowered by helicopter into the remote wilderness of northern Canada. For the son of a wealthy mining mogul, this was something of an initiation. He spent the summer... 


Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Andrew Whitfield
Deputy Minister confident that more battery sector investments are in store
25th October 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Andrew Whitfield says he is confident that South Africa can become a components and equipment manufacturing hub for the clean technology value chain,... 


Thungela CEO July Ndlovu
Thungela CEO sees world shunning new coal as boon for existing mines
25th October 2024 By: Reuters

New coal investment may be drying up as the world seeks greener energy, but for miners like South Africa's Thungela Resources that could be a boon if Asia's ravenous appetite keeps prices bouyant,... 


Photo of Martin Creamer
Pan African, Harmony, Anglo make headlines
25th October 2024

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer discusses Pan African Resources’ listing of a sustainability-linked instrument under the sustainability segment of the JSE; Harmony Gold’s gold recovery project... 


Brics leaders
Spurred by shared grievances, Brics gathers pace
25th October 2024 By: Reuters

As US election jitters hung over this week's meeting of global finance chiefs in Washington, a smiling Vladimir Putin was in the Russian city of Kazan welcoming leaders of countries which together... 


The table shows the change in the fixed versus variable costs based on the tariff reform with fixed costs increasing from 11% to 21% for a typical high load factor megaflex user, with a reduction in savings. This fixed component might be higher for less consistent 24/7 loads on different tariff structures.
Eskom's MYPD6 – where to from here for the Energy Sector
25th October 2024

The Eskom Multi Year Price Determination (“MYPD6”) is finally officially in the public domain.  The proposed electricity tariff increases for the next three financial years, starting on the 1 April... 


Iveco South Africa celebrates successful handover at Courier Incubator initiative
Iveco South Africa celebrates successful handover at Courier Incubator initiative
25th October 2024

Iveco South Africa proudly marks a significant milestone with the successful handover of vehicles through the Courier Incubator initiative, to The Courier Guy and InterTown Transport. This... 


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