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Govt vows to continue growth push as S&P maintains a positive outlook on South Africa
19th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Following S&P Global Ratings’ decision to affirm South Africa’s long-term foreign and local currency debt ratings at ‘BB-’ and ‘BB’, respectively, and maintain the positive outlook, government’s... 


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Hydrox nearing commercialisation of hydrogen technology, opportunities abound for saving curtailed energy
19th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Hydrogen technology company Hydrox Holdings is progressing the development of its pioneer Divergent-Electrode-Flow-Through (DEFT) hydrogen technology, a membrane-less electrolyser, with the company... 


Potatoes on ground
Standard Bank agriculture expert says now is the time for tangible AfCFTA progress
19th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The increasing trade turmoil globally has emphasised the need and urgency to capture the intra-Africa trade opportunity that is the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Standard Bank... 


UAE’s EGA to build US aluminum plant touted by Trump next year
UAE’s EGA to build US aluminum plant touted by Trump next year
19th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

Emirates Global Aluminium plans to start building a $4-billion plant in Oklahoma next year as Donald Trump pushes for massive investments from oil-rich Gulf states to avoid his tariffs. The plant... 


Malcolm Bundey
Mineral Resources names next chairperson
19th May 2025 By: Reuters

Australia's Mineral Resources on Monday named outsider Malcolm Bundey as non-executive chair, replacing James McClements after a decade in the role and sending shares of the lithium miner down 9%... 


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World Diamond Council applauds breakthrough on broader conflict diamond definition
16th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

The World Diamond Council (WDC) has praised the progress made towards expanding the Kimberley Process (KP) definition of conflict diamonds, after what it said was “a successful week of open and... 


Guinea repossess 51 mining licences, information minister says
16th May 2025 By: Reuters

Guinea's military government has taken back 51 mining licences as it steps up efforts to repossess claims or concessions where operations have either not been launched or where it says permits are... 


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On-The-Air (16/05/2025)
16th May 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about green hydrogen, trade with US and a diamond mine 100% owned by Tananzanians. 


Kaiser completes Henty deal
16th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Kaiser Reef has completed its acquisition of the Henty gold mine in Tasmania from Catalyst Metals. The A$31.6-million acquisition includes the high-grade Henty underground operation and... 


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African customs event highlights role of customs as a trade enabler
16th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The thirty-first World Customs Organisation East and Southern Africa (WCO ESA) regional governing council meeting was held, in Pretoria, on May 15, with WCO chairperson Professor Edward Kieswetter... 


Canada could unlock C$1.1tr GDP boost by fast-tracking resource projects, think-tank says
Canada could unlock C$1.1tr GDP boost by fast-tracking resource projects, think-tank says
16th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canada could add as much as C$1.1-trillion to its economy by 2035 if it accelerates investment decisions on more than 500 energy, mining and infrastructure projects, according to a new report by... 


Former DA MP Renaldo Gouws
SAHRC settles racism complaint against Renaldo Gouws
16th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The South African Human Rights Commission announced on Friday that former Democratic Alliance MP Renaldo Gouws has agreed to participate in workshops, public education, awareness activities and a... 


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Township entrepreneurs begin adopting plug-and-play solar solution
16th May 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The market for a pioneering solar-battery solution tailored to meet the needs of informal businesses such as spaza shops, salons, tailors, mechanics and restaurants operating in South Africa’s... 


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Health of diesel-powered equipment operators highlighted
16th May 2025

Every year, World Day for Health and Safety at Work on April 28 offers a reminder that no job should come at the cost of a person’s health or safety, says global CEO-led organisation ICMM health... 


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Business-friendly policy integral for exploration investment
16th May 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The need to develop a business-friendly stable regulatory environment and policy framework conducive for investment in the mining industry in South Africa is a necessary requirement for catalysing... 


Democracy’s trust deficit
16th May 2025 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

They say democracy is government of the people, by the people and for the people. Increasingly, however, it seems the people – particularly in  Africa – are losing faith in the idea. Nowhere is... 


B20 South Africa calls for clear public-private collaboration frameworks to support African development
15th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Clear, actionable policy frameworks are needed to enable sustained collaboration between governments and the private sector, economic cooperation organisation the Group of 20 (G20) business body... 


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Growthpoint bolsters logistics portfolio with completion of Arterial Industrial Estate
15th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Growthpoint Properties has completed Phase 2 of the Arterial Industrial Estate, in Cape Town, reaching another milestone in its ongoing strategy to... 


Tapping into the lab economy - Africa’s big opportunities in medical research and diagnostics
15th May 2025

Africa’s fast-growing young population and enthusiastic adoption of digital technology could pave the way for the continent to fast-track science innovation and become a world leader in... 


Tapping into the lab economy - Africa’s big opportunities in medical research and diagnostics
15th May 2025

Africa’s fast-growing young population and enthusiastic adoption of digital technology could pave the way for the continent to fast-track science innovation and become a world leader in... 


Steady trade conditions dip slightly in April – Sacci
15th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The improved trade conditions in the first two months of this year were extended into March, but retreated somewhat in April, the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sacci) says.... 


Foran announces C$350m financing, provides project update
Foran announces C$350m financing, provides project update
15th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

TSX-listed Foran Mining has announced a C$350-million non-brokered private placement to fund construction of its McIlvenna Bay project, in Saskatchewan, and advance exploration in the surrounding... 


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Johannesburg’s ‘decay’ strains South Africa’s ruling coalition
15th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

South Africa’s biggest parties are at odds over the governance of the country’s largest city, putting further strain on a tenuous national coalition. The Democratic Alliance (DA) governs the... 


South African Global Business Services is creating thousands of jobs 
14th May 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The latest Global Business Services (GBS) quarterly Job Creation Report, compiled and released by the sector’s national representative body, Business Process Enabling South Africa (BPESA), shows... 


Diaretou Madina Gaye Dieng, Cluster President for Francophone Africa and Islands at Schneider Electric, receiving the Gender Leader Award at the Africa CEO Forum
Schneider Electric honoured with the Gender Leader Award at the 2025 Africa CEO Forum
14th May 2025

Schneider Electric , the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has been awarded the Gender Leader Award at this year’s Africa CEO Forum, held in... 


Bauma 2025 highlights global shift toward electrification in large-scale construction and mining equipment
Bauma 2025 highlights global shift toward electrification in large-scale construction and mining equipment
14th May 2025

Bauma 2025, the world’s leading annual trade fair in the construction industry, took place in April in Munich, Germany, drawing about 600 000 visitors from more than 200 countries. The event hosted... 


GIBB introduces girls to real-world stem careers
GIBB introduces girls to real-world stem careers
13th May 2025

With women accounting for a mere 23% of individuals employed in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers in South Africa, and only about 7% achieving professional status as... 


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De Beers secretly sells discounted diamonds to selected traders
13th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

De Beers has been quietly selling rough diamonds at sharply marked-down prices to a small handful of customers, in a highly unusual move that’s fuelling tensions across an industry already mired in... 


Industry bodies say NT Budget signals mining-led growth
13th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

The Northern Territory’s (NT's) 2025/26 Budget has been welcomed by Australia’s mining industry as a sign of the government’s intent to drive economic growth through resource development, tax... 


Octodec reports revenue growth of 5.2%, lower vacancies for half-year
13th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Octodec Investments has increased its revenue by 5.2% to R1.06-billion for the six months to February 28, and recorded a reduction in core vacancies to... 


Madeleine King has been reappointed Resources Minister
Australia’s mining sector welcomes federal Cabinet
13th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia’s mining industry has welcomed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s new Cabinet, urging the government to prioritise investment attraction, environmental approvals reform and support for... 


Schneider Electric’s Youth Education & Entrepreneurship Programme reaches over 38,000 youths in Anglophone Africa
Schneider Electric’s Youth Education & Entrepreneurship Programme reaches over 38,000 youths in Anglophone Africa
13th May 2025

The Schneider Electric Foundation and Schneider Electric are proud to celebrate a major milestone in its commitment to empowering young people through education and entrepreneurship.  The... 


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Exxaro strengthens diversification through R11.67bn acquisition of manganese assets
13th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed Exxaro Resources has entered into binding agreements to acquire shares and claims in manganese assets held by Ntsimbintle Holdings and OM Holdings in a "transformational" R11.67-billion... 


Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi
Roadmap on the Digital Transformation of the South African government launched
12th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa is taking steps to unify its currently fragmented digital initiatives, and modernise public service delivery, with the launch on Monday of the Roadmap on the Digital Transformation of... 


Calgro M3 posts lower revenue but higher gross profit margins
12th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed property development company Calgro M3 recorded a 32.69% year-on-year decrease in revenue to R868.9-million for the financial year ended February 28, but its gross profit margin... 


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Presidency MoU assigns Mpumalanga Green Cluster Agency as JET implementer in the province
12th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Presidency has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Mpumalanga Green Cluster Agency (MGCA) to cooperate on implementing a Just Transition portfolio for the province. The... 


Schneider Electric’s Panel Builder Programme Continues to Empower Local Builders for Growth
Schneider Electric’s Panel Builder Programme Continues to Empower Local Builders for Growth
12th May 2025

The continuing success of the mySchneider Panel Builder Programme in South Africa reflects Schneider Electric’s firm commitment to empowering local panel builders.  By simplifying operations,... 


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Eswatini plans $275m wealth fund
12th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

The southern African Kingdom of Eswatini plans to start a sovereign wealth fund of around 5-billion emalangeni ($275-million) this year to help channel money into areas including manufacturing and... 


Mark Bristow rang the opening bell at the NYSE on Friday.
Barrick debuts single-letter ticker ‘B’ on NYSE
12th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Dual-listed Barrick Mining is officially trading under the single-letter ticker symbol ‘B’ on the New York Stock Exchange. To mark the milestone, Barrick president and CEO Mark Bristow rang the... 


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Proudly South African Canvas TV merges design and technology
9th May 2025

A new television (TV) line that offers an immersive cinematic experience and an Art Mode that mimics the look and feel of real canvas art, is now available and locally manufactured in South Africa.... 


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New app helps manage stock availability and operations
9th May 2025

Global industrial product and service solutions provider RS South Africa has launched a new app to assist customers and suppliers in designing, building, and maintaining industrial equipment and... 


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BevSA appoints four new board members
9th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Nonalcoholic beverage industry body Beverage Association of South Africa (BevSA) has appointed a diverse group of individuals with expertise across various sectors to its board. The new... 


IMPOWER business development executive Matthew Cruise
Opinion: Carbon tax changes to reshape commercial and industrial property sector
9th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In this article, IMPOWER business development executive Matthew Cruise writes that the South African commercial and industrial (C&I) property sector is facing a major regulatory inflection point as... 


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