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Teraco solar photovoltaic plant, South Africa – update
22nd November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction has started. 


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Wits Anglo American Digital Dome, South Africa – update
22nd November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The old Johannesburg Planetarium has been relaunched as the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome. 


South African companies increasingly aware of cybersecurity, mitigating against risks
21st November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Assurance, advisory and tax services company PwC’s 'Global Digital Trust Insights Survey 2025: South Africa' report shows that 66% of South African organisations prioritise mitigating cyber-risks,... 


The rise and adoption of process automation in West Africa
The rise and adoption of process automation in West Africa
21st November 2024

By: Ajibola Akindele - Country Manager, West Africa at Schneider Electric West Africa is experiencing significant advancements in process automation, driven by key industries such as oil, gas,... 


Schneider Electric East Africa launches eCommerce platform to enhance the procurement process for spare parts
Schneider Electric East Africa launches eCommerce platform to enhance the procurement process for spare parts
21st November 2024

Schneider Electric East Africa has launched its eCommerce platform, which is aimed at enhancing the procurement process for its entire product range and is designed to cater to a diverse target... 


NTCSA interim CEO Segomoco Scheppers
NTCSA says independent transmission projects must not reflect as balance-sheet liability
21st November 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The head of the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has confirmed that the entity’s board will insist that any independent transmission projects (ITPs) procured in the coming years... 


Left to right: UNIDO Sustainable Development Expert Nokwazi Moyo, General Representative of the Government of Flanders Thomas Castrel, Chief Director: Green Industries at the dtic Gerhard Fourie, and UNIDO Regional Representative for Southern Africa Dr Diego Masera, visiting the exhibition stands of the innovators
Strengthening the climate resilience of South African industries
21st November 2024

South Africa’s economy is increasingly threatened by climate change impacts, resulting in scarcity of important natural resources. 


Why empowering young minds is key to advancing the intelligent world
Why empowering young minds is key to advancing the intelligent world
20th November 2024

“Talent is the foundation for prosperity.” This is a key message delivered by Huawei Vice-President of ICT Strategy and Marketing Mohamed Madkour as he kicked off a lively lineup of speakers at the... 


SANSA CEO Humbulani Mudau
Govt progresses consultation on National Communication Satellite Strategy
20th November 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The departments of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) and Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), together with their entities, signal distribution company Sentech and the South... 


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VW Africa expands solar array at Kariega plant to more than 12 000 panels
20th November 2024 By: Irma Venter

Volkswagen Group Africa (VWA) has added an additional 3 MW solar power to its local grid, bringing the total output of renewable energy to 5.9 MW. This is enough energy to power at least 2 000... 


World Plastics Council and Global Plastics Alliance members call on South African government to help secure a treaty to end plastics pollution
20th November 2024

Building circularity into entire life cycle of plastics and waste management key to successful agreement Ahead of the final scheduled round of negotiations on an international treaty to end... 


NexGen reaches permitting milestone for Canadian uranium project
NexGen reaches permitting milestone for Canadian uranium project
20th November 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canadian uranium developer NexGen Energy on Tuesday announced a significant milestone in the federal environmental assessment (EA) for its Rook I project on the Patterson Lake peninsula in the... 


Winners of the 2024 South African Small Business Awards
Small Business Awards celebrate entrepreneurs
19th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The sixteenth 2024 South African Small Business Awards celebrated South Africa's top entrepreneurs and small businesses at a gala breakfast hosted by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC), in... 


Sustainability essential for global aviation, and creates great opportunity for Africa
19th November 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

The biggest challenge facing the commercial aviation sector, globally, is sustainability, asserted International Air Transport Association (IATA) director-general Willie Walsh, in his address to... 


Haib copper project area in Namibia
Emerging copper miner Koryx appoints new president, COO
19th November 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-V-listed Koryx Copper has appointed Heye Daun president and CEO effective immediately. Daun will also retain his position as chairperson.  


Billy Keniston
Apartheid Spies and the Revolutionary Underground – Billy Keniston
19th November 2024

An in-depth study of the assassination of Jeanette and Katryn Schoon at the hands of apartheid spy Craig Williamson explores how the lives of a group of white radicals intersected with and were... 


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Bombela Operating Company highlights operational, sustainability strides
18th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Bombela Operating Company (BOC) has highlighted its works in ensuring an effective, efficient and safe Gautrain operation, while also pursuing sustainability at a broader level, as it aims to... 


Phase 1 of Hammanskraal drinking water project completed, water yet to flow
18th November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The first phase of the drinking water project for Hammanskraal has been completed, with the first of four modules of the Klipdrift potable water package plant set to increase availability of... 


Trade conditions still improving, but less so than before – Sacci
18th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Trade conditions showed slower improvement in August, coming under further pressure since then, with only about a third of respondents reporting positive trade conditions in October – a level... 


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NECER report highlights progress in tackling environmental crime
18th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Narend Singh has launched the 2023/24 National Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Report (NECER), which highlights improvements in... 


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South Africa ratings upgrade, employment figures largely a positive – BLSA CEO
18th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The upgrade of South Africa’s rating by S&P Global to a positive ratings outlook is largely positive for the country, but employment figures from Gauteng are a source of concern, business... 


Kieswetter appointed as OECD Forum on Tax Administration vice chair
15th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

South African Revenue Service (Sars) Commissioner Edward Kieswetter has been appointed as vice chairperson of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Forum on Tax... 


Dean Macpherson
Public Works to blacklist ‘criminal’ contractors as delayed projects reach R3-billion
15th November 2024 By: Irma Venter

Out of the 206 infrastructure projects overseen by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) this financial year, 164 projects are experiencing delays, says Public Works and... 


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IBM, Sustainable Energy for All launch new energy, urban development solutions
15th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Technology company IBM and international organisation Sustainable Energy for All have announced new, publicly available AI-powered solutions to enable decision-makers and policymakers to map... 


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Lower uMkhomazi water project – Phase 1, South Africa – update
15th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Significant progress is being made on the project. 


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Kathleen Valley lithium/tantalum project, Australia – update
15th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Liontown Resources has scaled back its production plans for the flagship Kathleen Valley lithium project. 


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Akkuyu nuclear power plant project, Türkiye – update
15th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction has been completed on the concreting of the dome of the outer containment of the reactor building of Unit 1. 


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Energy Materials and Processing at Scale facility, US
15th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory will create a direct path from bench-scale materials and process innovations to pilot-scale integration and production. 


Tough going
15th November 2024 By: Riaan de Lange

"When the going gets tough, the tough get going,” as Billy Ocean reminds us in his 1986 hit. But, as we listen to those words, one can’t help but wonder: Tough for whom? Is it for you, for me, for... 


Construction mafia remains a major problem, warns MBA North
15th November 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... 


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Sustainability, community focus integral to agricultural business
15th November 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

To demonstrate its commitment to sustainability and community empowerment, Stellenbosch wine producer Spier Wine Farm highlights the importance of remaining mindful of its environmental impact... 


Engineering group completes two major bespoke projects for international mining client
15th November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Mechanical and industrial engineering firm Duys Engineering Group has successfully completed two large projects on time for Dublin- and London-listed international mining concern Kenmare Resources,... 


Green pipework inside pump station
Public–private collaboration needed to tackle South Africa's infrastructure challenges
15th November 2024

South Africa faces immense challenges in developing and maintaining the infrastructure it needs to support social and economic growth. From water shortages to the energy crisis, no single entity,... 


Bertus Bierman
Public-private collaboration needed to tackle South Africa’s infrastructure challenges
14th November 2024

By Bertus Bierman South Africa faces immense challenges in developing and maintaining the infrastructure it needs to support social and economic growth. From water shortages to the energy crisis,... 


Wits vice-chancellor and principal Professor Zeblon Vilakazi
Johannesburg Planetarium relaunches as Wits Anglo American Digital Dome
13th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), in partnership with diversified mining company Anglo American, have relaunched the old Johannesburg Planetarium as the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome,... 


Dipula CEO Izak Petersen
Dipula records 4% increase in property portfolio value for 2024
13th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Dipula Income Fund’s property portfolio has increased by 4% in value to R10.2-billion in the financial year ended August 31, contributing to a 5% rise... 


Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise
Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise
13th November 2024

Rational design is about achieving performance-driven fire safety measures through sound engineering principles. “Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise. It involves a deep understanding... 


The essential business of bees
13th November 2024

By: Heather Dugmore The apple trees are in blossom, whispering their pink-white promises to the bees. But the bees need no promises – they already know where they can satisfy their pollen, and... 


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Digital border transformation important to grow economy, create jobs – Leon Schreiber
13th November 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber noted on Wednesday that the digital transformation of the border environment is an important priority for the Government of National Unity to be able to grow... 


A rendering of Teraco's JB5 and JB7 data centres
Teraco to build 40 MW JB7 data centre at Isando Campus
13th November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Data centre and information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure company Teraco has started building a new 40 MW hyperscale data centre at its Isando Campus in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. The... 


Richard Young
New i-80 Gold CEO unveils fresh development plan, strategic direction
13th November 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

US-based precious metals miner i-80 Gold has announced a strategic shift following the recent appointment of Richard Young as CEO, with the TSX-listed company outlining an updated development plan.... 


Kibali gold mine.
Why gold equities are continuing to underperform the gold price
12th November 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Why is it that gold equities are continuing to underperform the gold price? That is a question Mining Weekly put to Barrick president and CEO Dr Mark Bristow after he noted the lag of gold equities... 


340 ha, mixed-use The Bridge urban development opened in Stellenbosch
12th November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The 340 ha mixed-use urban development precinct The Bridge was opened in Stellenbosch, in the Western Cape, on November 7. The Bridge represents a commitment to community-focused growth,... 


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