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Aluminium imperatives challenging to meet
30th August 2024 By: Halima Frost

The South African aluminium industry faces many challenges, including the need for greater recyclability and the push for a greener, more reliable power supply, says semi-finished nonferrous metals... 


Lilac Solutions has raised over $300-million to commercialise its direct lithium extraction technology.
Lithium startups bet on high demand in battery-powered future
29th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

As the world leans into electrification, it will need more lithium. A key ingredient in the batteries that power everything from electric vehicles to cell phones, demand is projected to accelerate... 


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Expansion of Infrastructure SA central to DPWI’s strategy; Telkom Towers deal to be probed
29th August 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... 


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Astron Energy celebrates women in mining industry
29th August 2024

Astron Energy GM of Strategy, Sustainability & Operational Excellence Gosiame Khoele, shares her thoughts around women in the mining industry this Women’s Month. “As Astron Energy, we celebrate the... 


Chris Ellison
Mining billionaire who banned work from home targets coffee runs
29th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

Staff at billionaire Chris Ellison’s mining company have already been banned from working from home. Stepping outside for a coffee could well be the next endangered perk. “I want to hold them... 


Gilbarco showcasing innovative fuelling solutions at Electra Mining
29th August 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR) aims to evolve as a comprehensive provider of fuelling solutions, site control and fleet management technology for Africa’s industrial and mining sectors. By addressing... 


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Success of govt, business partnership depends on active engagement – Ramaphosa
28th August 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday that clear communication is crucial for building trust and ensuring that policies are informed by the realities on the ground, assuring that government... 


MTN Group Fintech, Bayobab announce new appointments to their boards
28th August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

MTN Group has appointed four nonexecutive directors to the boards of its MTN Group Fintech and Bayobab businesses. Appointed to the board of MTN Group Fintech is Herman Bosman as independent... 


Fortescue beats dividend payout view, shares rise
Fortescue beats dividend payout view, shares rise
28th August 2024 By: Reuters

Australia's Fortescue reported a rise in annual profit on Wednesday, boosted by higher iron-ore shipments from its Iron Bridge project, and announced a larger-than-expected final dividend, sending... 


Weir’s fully mobile plant can be move to any site and set up withing a few hours.
From smart mining to mobile crushing from Weir
28th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, visitors will be attracted to the Weir stand by innovations such as the Weir modular wheeled plant (WMWP), a fully mobile crushing and screening... 


Uneca discusses reforms to address SOE debt challenges to Africa's growth
27th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (Uneca) hosted high-level discussions about tackling the growing challenges of State-owned enterprise (SOE) debt in Africa, highlighting the vital... 


Master Drilling CEO Danie Pretorius.
Mechanical cutting for mining set to move needle for Master Drilling
27th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

In the six months to June 30, cash from the operating activities of Master Drilling soared 119.8% to $27.7-million. The revenue pipeline of this Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed tech-savvy... 


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Redefine Properties optimistic about future of office space rental market
27th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Redefine Properties has indicated optimism in the recovery of the office space rental sector, which suffered a severe drop-off in demand at the... 


Absa to boost SMME with empowering Conference and Expo
Absa to boost SMME with empowering Conference and Expo
27th August 2024

The development of small businesses can help to fight unemployment in South Africa, which has soared to a record 33.5%, according to data recently released by Statistics South Africa. Recognising... 


Jubilee CEO Leon Coetzer
Jubilee enters into PPA for hydro, solar power in Zambia
27th August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed diversified metals producer Jubilee Metals Group has signed a three-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company (LHPC), an independent hydropower and solar... 


Alan Knott-Craig
Life Lessons: How to fail and win – Alan Knott-Craig
27th August 2024

It is possible to find success by stumbling from one disaster to another. I did. Alan Knott-Craig, bestselling author and serial telecoms and tech entrepreneur, has founded, funded or run 21... 


BHP CEO Mike Henry
BHP positioned for strong copper growth with more expansion on the horizon
27th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Copper is taking centre stage in diversified mining giant BHP’s growth strategy, with CEO Mike Henry on Tuesday outlining the group’s plans to double its copper production in Australia, while... 


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Disrupting the skid steer market with the first all electric, zero emission and low noise skid steers
27th August 2024

As the world rapidly continues its critical journey to find solutions for combating climate change, every building block counts. Firstgreen Industries (FGI) is adding to this quest with the... 


AIKO Energy and VEERS GROUP partner to Transform S Africa’s Utility-Scale Solar Landscape
AIKO Energy and VEERS GROUP partner to Transform S Africa’s Utility-Scale Solar Landscape
26th August 2024

In a pioneering move to accelerate the renewable-energy transformation in South Africa, AIKO Energy, a global leader in new energy technology, and VEERS GROUP, a Level 1 B-BBEE organisation, have... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Clause posing threat to municipal electricity revenues may be excluded when ERA enters into force
26th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

President Cyril Ramaphosa has left the door open to excluding a section in the Electricity Regulation Amendment (ERA) Act that could negatively affect the revenues municipalities raise from... 


Inaugural report offers suggestions to improve Africa’s exports
26th August 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Multilateral development finance institution the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (Badea) has released its inaugural ‘2023 Africa Export Competitiveness Report’. The report is aimed at... 


Members of the local community in Noupoort celebrate their hard earned success after graduating as concrete hands and shutterhands following training done by Concor during construction of the Koruson 1 Cluster project
Construction transforms through sharing skills,experience
26th August 2024

Despite difficult market conditions in South Africa’s construction sector, Concor has never shied away from its commitment to social and economic transformation, which includes the strengthening of... 


BHP teamed up with Lundin Mining in the buyout of Filo, with the aim of developing two copper mines in the Andes mountains of Argentina, along the border of Chile.
BHP's return to Argentina marks new hope for untapped copper mines
26th August 2024 By: Reuters

A new incentive regime for mining in Argentina is attracting major players such as BHP, who are starting to eye the South American country as the world's next frontier for copper, more than half a... 


MTN, WWF launch PachiPanda Challenge to inspire youth-led environmental solutions
26th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

MTN South Africa, in partnership with the WWF South Africa, has launched the PachiPanda Challenge, an initiative aimed at enabling young innovators to tackle South Africa’s environmental... 


The winners of the cidb ERWIC Awards
Fifth cidb ERWIC Awards recognise catalysts for change in construction industry
23rd August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

This year’s Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards, hosted by the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) on August 22, highlighted the importance of diversity... 


44% of automotive customers ready to switch to EVs, research shows
23rd August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Although about 44% of automotive customers say they are ready to buy an electric vehicle (EV) as their next vehicle, 46% remain unsure, while 10% say they will definitely not buy an EV, according... 


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Fostering global success through diversity
23rd August 2024

In the effort to encourage women’s participation in male-dominated sectors of the economy, global engineering consultancy SRK Consulting asserts that it is vital to start with company values that... 


Highlighting indigent subsidy red tape, social housing association warns on electricity price hike
23rd August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The National Association of Social Housing (Nasho) has urged government to consider alternatives for the social housing sector as electricity tariffs are set to increase further, arguing that... 


Condra managing director Marc Kleiner
Platreef show-stealer
23rd August 2024

( Virtual Showroom )High-capacity overhead cranes often make headline news because of impressive size and technical complexity. Their smaller and simpler cousins – workhorses of the factory and... 


STOPE ISOLATION
Ultra-Control Valves’ automatic stope isolating system in action
Pioneering water management in South Africa’s deep-level mines
23rd August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

For years, Ultra-Control Valves has been a significant player in the mining industry, particularly in water reticulation. The Gauteng-based company’s MD, Peter Telle, was instrumental in the... 


LEAP FORWARD Queensland Power Station has introduced the new IWC pultruded cooling towers.
South African firm raises the bar on cooling tower design
23rd August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

A local South African company is changing the Australian skyline, with its innovative and fresh take on the building of cooling towers for power stations. Recognised as a thermal solutions market... 


JUANITA MAREEToday, the rhetoric must move as women progress beyond barriers on the strength of their skill sets
Resilience key to career growth in logistics
23rd August 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Amid the gender challenges in the freight and logistics sector, Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) CEO Dr Juanita Maree stresses the importance of women developing a... 


Dr Mehran Zarrebini, CEO of Mathe Group
Mehran Zarrebini
23rd August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Dr Mehran Zarrebini, CEO of Mathe Group, a recycler of post-consumer tyres 


Telcos invest billions to protect networks from theft, power cuts and climate risks
Telcos invest billions to protect networks from theft, power cuts and climate risks
23rd August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s telecommunications groups have struggled to maintain seamless communications amid challenges such as loadshedding and power outages, as well as theft and vandalism. They have had to... 


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Mantoverde mine, Chile
23rd August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A copper mine in the province of Chañaral, Atacama region, Chile. 


Msikaba bridge pylon spire
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge project – Msikaba bridge, South Africa – update
23rd August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The South African National Roads Agency Limited has reported that the bridge is advancing well. 


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Tulu Kapi gold project, Ethiopia – update
23rd August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Kefi Gold and Copper is on track with early works at the project. 


Artist's impression of the Mtentu brdige
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge project – Mtentu bridge, South Africa – update
23rd August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

R250-million has been spent on the contract to date. 


Telcos invest billions to protect networks from theft, power cuts and climate risks
Telcos invest billions to protect networks from theft, power cuts and climate risks
23rd August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s telecommunications groups have struggled to maintain seamless communications amid challenges such as loadshedding and power outages, as well as theft and vandalism. They have had to... 


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Women in Industry - Columbus Stainless
23rd August 2024

Kebuile Magdaline Moseki Position: Chemistry graduate in training at Acerinox Columbus Stainless Steel 


WOMEN IN ENERGY: Enpower Trading
WOMEN IN ENERGY: Enpower Trading
23rd August 2024

Amy Ledwidge At Enpower Trading, we educate communities about renewable energy, ensuring accessibility for all and building resilient energy solutions to address custom- er’s requirements.... 


Harnessing technology and PR - the leaders behind SWM Communications
Harnessing technology and PR - the leaders behind SWM Communications
23rd August 2024

In celebration of Women's Month, SWM Communications, a leading integrated marketing and communications consultancy, proudly highlights the remarkable achievements of its women-led team. Founded by... 


Shared costs, big gains
23rd August 2024 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

Ivorian President Alassane Outtarra took some hits last week as I criticised Zimbabwe’s decision to splash $200-million on luxury villas and other infrastructure ahead of the Southern African... 


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