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Graham-Maré assures govt is evaluating independent transmission infrastructure provider model
18th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While South Africa has seen the installation of more than 590 MW of rooftop solar power in the year-to-date, which adds to other renewable-energy installations, the question remains whether... 


Richard Young is the new CEO of i-80 Gold
i-80 picks Richard Young as CEO to lead next growth phase
18th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

US-based precious metals miner i-80 Gold has appointed seasoned gold executive Richard Young as its new CEO, following the retirement of former CEO Ewan Downie. The appointment completes the... 


Much more than money: the far-reaching costs of cyber breaches
18th September 2024

The costs and fallout from a cyber security breach extend far beyond revenue losses, impacting jobs, mental wellbeing, trust and future business. This is according to cyber security experts within... 


Chemical safety and compliance go hand in hand with your insurance
18th September 2024

Working with chemicals presents inherent risks to be mindful of, not only for the safety of your employees but also to ensure that your business has the appropriate insurance cover. Insurers often... 


Barrick CEO Mark Bristow addressing the Gold Forum Americas audience in Colorado Springs on Tuesday.
Barrick eyes 30% production boost, CEO says undervaluation offers investment opportunity
18th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Canada-headquartered mining major Barrick has laid out a promising production forecast, with plans to increase gold-equivalent ounces from its existing assets by 30% by the end of this decade.... 


Dr Philipp Walter, Executive VP Business Line Hydrogen Systems, Global Business Unit Heraeus Precious Metals.
Platinum group metals can play essential decarb role beyond hydrogen ­– Heraeus
17th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Platinum group metal (PGM) catalysis can play an essential decarbonising role beyond hydrogen generation, where its use in proton exchange membrane (PEM) technology for water electrolysis and fuel... 


New report underlines importance of improving grid infrastructure for renewables rollout
17th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Renewable energy has the potential to provide much of the world’s energy demand, but this can only be achieved through urgent improvements in grid infrastructure and integrated planning,... 


First trial sale of emeralds from URA's Gravelotte mine delayed
17th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

London-listed URA Holdings, which operates the Gravelotte emerald mine, in Limpopo, South Africa, has had to postpone the first trial sale of gemstones in Thailand, owing to the delay in clearance... 


US President Joe Biden
US probes uranium jump from China amid concerns over Russian import ban
17th September 2024 By: Reuters

President Joe Biden's administration is probing a surge in imports of enriched uranium from China since late 2023 amid concerns the shipments are helping Moscow sidestep a US ban on imports of the... 


To build BTT’s 18 new bulk-storage tanks, TROTECH deployed its innovative reverse building method
TROTECH reaffirms its reputation as BTT’s tank builder of choice
17th September 2024

Bidvest Tank Terminals (BTT), South Africa’s foremost independent bulk liquid and gas storage operator in South Africa, continues to leverage TROTECH’s formidable bulk tank design, procurement and... 


Mukhtar Babayev
COP29 leaders unveil climate funding and energy storage goals
17th September 2024 By: Reuters

Less than two months ahead of the COP29 United Nations Climate Summit, the Azerbaijani leadership laid out its plans on Tuesday for what it hoped to achieve, as countries continue to wrestle with... 


Waste materials are actually valuable raw materials
16th September 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Waste materials are actually raw materials with economic and other value. So highlighted Mota-Engil Environment (part of the Portugal-based multinational Mota-Engil group) chairperson and CEO... 


6 Weeks to Go: Manufacturing Indaba 2024 – Invitation to Join, Exhibit, and Register
16th September 2024

With just six weeks remaining until the Manufacturing Indaba 2024, excitement is building for what promises to be a transformative event for Africa’s manufacturing sector. The event will take place... 


Piles of rare earth oxides
China’s grip on rare earths undercuts projects from US to Japan
16th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

A couple hours outside Houston, in a remote field near a Dow Chemical Co. plant, America’s bid to undercut China’s grip on the global supply of rare earth minerals critical to high technology has... 


Architects on site
Sacap engages with Ekurhuleni executives to improve human settlement projects
16th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Architectural profession regulator the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (Sacap) has expressed dedication to work closely with the Ekurhuleni Mayor’s office and the Department... 


A truck transporting containers
Manufacturing confidence holds steady amid persisting headwinds – Absa
16th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Confidence levels among local manufacturers held steady at 28 points during the third quarter, driven mainly by their optimism regarding policy direction after a peaceful election and the formation... 


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Latest technology furthers sustainability in mining
14th September 2024

The value of energy and water efficiency to a mine’s bottom line costs and their strategic sustainability goals has been highlighted by mining technology company Weir. A sustainability focus... 


BRICS Business Council working groups offer updates on work in the year-to-date
13th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

The BRICS Business Council has provided an update on its work thus far this year, reflecting on progress made and the challenges posed by the inclusion of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab... 


7 Parks Boulevard in Rosebank
7 Parks Boulevard earns Green Star 6 star rating
13th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Office development 7 Parks Boulevard, built by construction company Concor, has earned a Green Star 6 star rating in terms of the Green Building Council of South Africa’s Green Star-rating system.... 


Sanedi renewable energy project manager Dr Karen Surridge
Green hydrogen potential hinges on collaboration, more standards – SANEDI
13th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) renewable energy project manager Dr Karen Surridge says South Africa has a unique opportunity to participate in the global shift towards... 


Minister of Energy & Electricity Confirmed as Windaba 2024 Patron
13th September 2024

Windaba 2024 is honoured to announce that the Minister of Energy & Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, is the official patron of this year’s Windaba! Attending for the second consecutive year,... 


Image of CoCT's study areas for its LSDF
Cape Town proposes new CBD spatial plan; expects up to 50 000 new inner-city residents by 2040
13th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) has invited the public to comment on its 2040 local spatial development framework (LSDF) for the central business district (CBD). The LSDF will guide decisions about... 


ClearVue building render
Transparent solar glass for generating power from building facades launched in South Africa
13th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Through a collaboration between Australian glass solar technology developer ClearVue and local technology distributor Concept Business Solutions, a novel transparent glass solar panel technology... 


SANEA to host inaugural leadership conference in November
SANEA to host inaugural leadership conference in November
13th September 2024

The South African National Energy Agency (SANEA) will host its inaugural leadership conference at the Gallagher Convention Centre, in Midrand, in November as the organisation marks its centenary.... 


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Aerospace manufacturing is taken to new heights with AI and AR/VR components
Partnership to revolutionise aerospace manufacturing
13th September 2024

Leader in precision aerospace manufacturing Jeh Aerospace and spatial AI pioneer GridRaster announced a strategic partnership to transform aerospace manufacturing through the integration of spatial... 


An image of Sandile Ndlovu
Revitalisation of defence force bodes well for broader industry
13th September 2024

The South African Aerospace, Maritime and Defence Industries Association (AMD) welcomes the Government of National Unity’s recent commitment to revitalise the South African National Defence Force... 


An image of the ZEROe aircraft in formation
Partnership to decarbonise aviation industry
13th September 2024

Leading global aviation finance company Avolon has partnered with commercial aircraft manufacturer Airbus to support the development of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft through Airbus’ ZEROe... 


a full view of Pan African Resources Gold operations and solar installation
Developer bolsters exploration for growth
13th September 2024 By: Halima Frost

In its constant drive to bolster its portfolio and remain a relevant miner in Africa, midtier gold producer Pan African Resources (PAR) continues to implement and develop its exploration portfolio... 


Tetra Pak ups liquid board packaging recycling to over 20%
13th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Food processing and packaging solutions company Tetra Pak Southern Africa had increased the recycling rate of liquid board packaging (LBP) to more than 20% by mid-2024, bringing it closer to its... 


Expansion of Infrastructure SA central to DPWI’s strategy, Telkom Towers deal to be probed – Macpherson
13th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The expansion and capacitation of Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) is central to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure’s (DPWI’s) strategy for increased infrastructure investment, says... 


Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
Afrimat Construction Index bounces back in second quarter
12th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) has managed to bounce back in the second quarter of this year. The ACI is a composite index of the level of activity within the building and construction... 


HENSOLDT to present its latest solutions at AAD 2024
HENSOLDT to present its latest solutions at AAD 2024
12th September 2024

As a proudly South African entity within the global HENSOLDT Group, AAD provides a platform to demonstrate HENSOLDT South Africa’s ability to translate local innovation into solutions for the... 


An image showing Argento Clothing machinists Senzeni Maphumulo and Nokukhanya Ntuli
Master plan supporting clothing, textile businesses
12th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) has highlighted the stories of two companies that operate in the clothing and textile sector to underline the importance of sector master... 


An image showing Barrick Gold's Lumwana mine
Barrick to complete feasibility study for Zambian project expansion by year-end
12th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Canada-headquartered Barrick Gold expects to complete the feasibility study for the expansion of its Lumwana mine, in Zambia, by the end of the year, paving the way for construction to start in... 


Bureau Veritas showcases state-of-the-art facility
Bureau Veritas showcases state-of-the-art facility
12th September 2024

Global laboratory testing, inspection and certification group Bureau Veritas Southern Africa’s M&L Laboratory Services continues to evolve and develop as it streamlines and refines processes.... 


Renewable Energy Webinar
South Africa set for massive changes as energy market pivots, renewable energy grows
12th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa will need about 150 GW of renewable-energy generation and associated transmission infrastructure by 2050, meaning it needs to build about 6 GW of renewable-energy capacity each year.... 


Growthpoint CEO Norbert Sasse
Growthpoint reports improved KPIs despite high interest rates
11th September 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed retail estate investment trust (REIT) Growthpoint Properties has reported improvements in the majority of key performance indicators (KPIs), including arrears, rental reversion rates,... 


Jansen project, in Canada
BHP sees Brazil as major potash market for new project in Canada
11th September 2024 By: Reuters

Australian mining giant BHP expects Brazil to become one of the three largest markets for the major potash project it is developing in Canada, the company's local head told Reuters on Tuesday.... 


Built by leading black-owned contractor Concor, 7 Parks Boulevard boasts world class status in green building standards
Concor builds to world leadership standard at Parks Boulevard
11th September 2024

Championing sustainability in the construction sector, Concor has completed another Green Star high achiever – 7 Parks Boulevard – in the Oxford Park precinct of Rosebank, Johannesburg. Developed... 


Engineering the Future: 16 schools compete in SAICE’s 33rd International Bridge Building Competition
11th September 2024

The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) hosted its 33rd International Bridge Building Competition at the Midrand Conference Centre, showcasing 16 schools from around South... 


Aquaculture a 'powerful means to address food and nutrition security across Africa' – Singh
10th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Globally, aquaculture contributes more than 50% of all aquatic products, thereby making a significant contribution to the transformation of food production systems. The continued expansion of... 


Attacq grows distributable income by 19.9%, full-year dividend by 19%
10th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Attacq grew its distributable income per share for the financial year ended June 30 by 19.9% year-on-year to 86.2c, while its full-year dividend increased by... 


Chinese firms to build Namibia's largest solar power plant
10th September 2024 By: Reuters

Namibia's State-owned power utility NamPower on Monday said it had signed a contract with two Chinese firms to start building the country's largest solar power plant. The southern African country... 


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