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Consultants key to building climate-ready infrastructure
27th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As Africa faces growing climate threats – from droughts and floods to rising temperatures – the continent’s infrastructure must become more resilient. Consulting engineering company Alpenglow... 


Tzaneen dam wall raising timeline revised
27th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The raising of the Tzaneen dam wall will now be completed in March 2026, a year later than the initial completion date of March this year. Part of the Letaba river water augmentation project, the... 


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Witwatersrand Basin Project – Qala Shallows, South Africa – update
27th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Precious and base metals explorer, developer and producer West Wits Mining is moving quickly to execute the development of the Qala Shallows gold project. 


World Bank Group president Ajay Banga
World Bank, IAEA formalise partnership to collaborate on nuclear energy for development
26th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The World Bank Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have agreed to collaborate on supporting the safe, secure and responsible use of nuclear energy in developing countries. The... 


Greenland miner eyes US, EU deals after Trump boosted interest
Greenland miner eyes US, EU deals after Trump boosted interest
26th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

Greenland’s biggest miner Amaroq Minerals is in talks with several state-backed agencies as Donald Trump’s political spotlight translates into concrete investor interest, the company’s chief... 


Unlocking Africa’s Economic Potential Starts With Transport
24th June 2025

By: Jason Smit - Construction Advisory & Disputes Partner, Pinsent Masons South Africa At the recent DEVAC Infrastructure Summit, a powerful theme emerged: Africa cannot trade, grow or connect at... 


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Fedhasa welcomes announcement of online instant visa system
23rd June 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (Fedhasa) has welcomed the announcement by the Department of Home Affairs that South Africa’s first online instant visa system, incorporating... 


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Construction under way on Growthpoint’s Sandton drive Link Bridge
23rd June 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Growthpoint Properties says construction has started on the Sandton drive Link Bridge. This bridge will provide a direct pedestrian route over Sandton drive... 


Richards Bay Minerals GM Growth Strategy Bradley Reddy.
Richards Bay Minerals’ three power pacts will supply 80% of the power it consumes
23rd June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The three power purchase agreements (PPAs) that Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) has signed to date will provide the lion’s share of this energy-intensive Rio Tinto group company’s current energy needs.... 


Dion Rudolph bolsters Citi-Con’s project management capabilities
Dion Rudolph bolsters Citi-Con’s project management capabilities
23rd June 2025

Dion Rudolph has joined the Citi-Con team, bolstering the company’s robust project management capabilities with him almost 30 years of concrete construction experience. This knowledge includes new... 


West Wits CEO Rudi Deysel
With funding in place, West Wits gets going on Qala Shallows development
23rd June 2025 By: Darren Parker

With funding now in place through the finalisation of its recently announced $14-million placement, ASX-listed West Wits Mining is moving quickly to execute the development of the Qala Shallows... 


Electra launches early works at cobalt refinery to prepare for construction restart
Electra launches early works at cobalt refinery to prepare for construction restart
20th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Nasdaq- and TSX-V-listed Electra Battery Materials has launched an early works programme at its cobalt refinery in Ontario, aiming to accelerate preparations for the resumption of full-scale... 


Koena Sesele, AfriSam National Sales Manager
AfriSam builds contractor success with more than just cement
20th June 2025

In South Africa’s highly competitive construction industry, contractors are under pressure not only to deliver quality projects but to remain financially viable in the face of tight margins and... 


AfriSam truck on construction site
Flexibility, early engagement required to deliver megaprojects
20th June 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

Adaptable production capacity and effective communication and collaboration with contractors are vital to navigate the labour and material supply issues that could challenge the completion of... 


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JV to support Zambian construction industry’s growth
20th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The Talisman Hire Kitwe City branch – a joint venture (JV) between industrial and mining solutions company Dickinson Group of Companies Africa (DGC Africa) and construction and industrial equipment... 


Wandile Sihlobo and Johann Kirsten
The Uncomfortable Truth about South Africa's Agriculture – Wandile Sihlobo and Johann Kirsten
18th June 2025

The agricultural sector now enjoys universal recognition and its status as a growth propeller is embraced in a way that transcends sectoral interests. Specifically, the country’s political... 


ZEITI national coordinator Ian Mwiinga.
Well done, Zambia, on your transparent ‘G-Factor’ mining revenue system
13th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Zambia is strengthening transparency and accountability to make sure that natural resources improve the lives of all of its citizens. It gives easy visibility to the level of natural resource... 


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Association outlines upside to using zinc-based materials for roads, bridges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

More civil and design engineers should specify the use of galvanised steel structures and hot-dip galvanised reinforcing steel for road and bridge infrastructure, says industry organisation... 


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Holistic mixing strategies required for road, bridge durability
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The need for asphalt manufacturers to ensure high-quality asphalt mix production, adhere to performance-based specifications, and incorporate sustainable practices to minimise environmental impacts... 


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Exposed aggregate concrete finishes increase in popularity
12th June 2025

Offering both visual appeal and functional benefits, exposed aggregate concrete finishes are used across a wide range of applications, noted for their non-slip texture and attractive natural stone... 


Astec showcases benefits of modular plants
Astec showcases benefits of modular plants
11th June 2025

During a recent equipment factory tour, multinational original-equipment manufacturer group Astec Industries highlighted the facility's 106-year legacy in manufacturing crushers, showcasing... 


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AfriForum accuses Steenhuisen of playing ‘political game’ in stance on farm attacks
9th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Lobby group AfriForum said on Monday that if Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen does not urgently take official steps to demand the prioritisation of farm attacks, his statements in the US will... 


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Awards celebrate historic, modern innovation
6th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

The 2025 Fulton Awards mark 45 years of celebrating concrete excellence and innovation in concrete within Southern Africa, with this year’s edition including a special retrospective category titled... 


Students to lead water-quality monitoring
6th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

JSE-listed private education provider ADvTECH, in collaboration with the IIE MSA Centre for Water and the Environment, has launched a national, student-led citizen science project aimed at... 


ANC national spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri
SANPC launch has potential to redefine SA’s energy future – ANC
30th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The African National Congress said on Friday that the launch of the South African National Petroleum Company has positioned South Africa to harness its natural resources, reduce dependency on... 


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The TSF-4, looking north from TSF-3 and showing the main drain one and two being intercepted by the two penstock pipelines running southeast from penstock towers
Zim expertise shines in tailings dam construction
30th May 2025 By: Donna Slater

The construction of a large tailings storage facility (TSF) for a platinum group metals miner in Zimbabwe demonstrated the capability of local firms, working in close collaboration with SRK... 


Aerial view of the LHWP
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The contractor responsible for the Polihali transfer tunnel construction has resumed work. 


Image of Platreef project underground
Platreef palladium/rhodium/nickel/platinum/copper/gold project, South Africa – update
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Mining crews have driven underground development into the high-grade Flatreef platinum, palladium, rhodium, nickel, gold and copper orebody for the first time, as the Platreef mine rapidly advances... 


GE Vernova Grid Solutions commercial director for power transmission in sub-Saharan Africa Eric Amoussouga
GE Vernova leads Africa's energy revolution
29th May 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Energy equipment manufacturing company GE Vernova caught up with Engineering News on the sidelines of Enlit Africa 2025 in Cape Town to discuss the role that GE Vernova plays in the global energy... 


Michelle Fick, BU Development Manager Concrete Aesthetics at Chryso Southern Africa
Exposed aggregate in the spotlight as demand for surface retarders risess
28th May 2025

An upward trend in the use of surface retarders in South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector is shining a spotlight on the increasing popularity of exposed aggregate concrete finishes.... 


Greenland gives Danish-French group permit to mine rock with green potential, in wake of Trump interest
22nd May 2025 By: Reuters

Greenland on Wednesday handed a 30-year mining permit to a Danish-French mining group aiming to extract a moon-like rock that could offer a climate-friendly alternative in aluminium production.... 


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Astec showcases benefits of modular plants
20th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

As a local manufacturer of modular solutions, including screens, jaw crushers and cone crushers, multinational original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) group Astec Industries notes that there are... 


More than 60 minerals and metals are produced at almost 200 mines across Canada. Pictured is the Brucejack mine.
Canada’s mining sector holds steady despite global strains, domestic challenges
20th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canada’s mining industry delivered solid growth in 2023, contributing C$117-billion, or 4% of GDP, and directly employing 430 000 people. However, the sector faces pressure from regulatory... 


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Showcasing the decorative appeal of concrete
16th May 2025

Technological advancements and a growing demand for buildings that are not only functional but also visually appealing have led to innovations that enhance the aesthetic impact of concrete. Chryso... 


Mega-projects are capable of fuelling a quantum leap for the local economy
AfriSam geared up for more mega-projects in SA
13th May 2025

Mega-projects in the construction sector typically demand an intense level of inputs over short periods, which can put significant pressure on supply chains that may be underdeveloped or... 


An image of a 3D model of the wastewater reticulation and water treatment plant, designed and completed by WEC Water
Water treatment solution reduces complexities at mine
9th May 2025

Wastewater solutions contractor WEC Water recently completed a wastewater reticulation and water treatment plant for a gold mine in Burkina Faso, significantly reducing the mine’s reliance on... 


Ivanhoe Mines executive co-chairperson Robert Friedland
Ivanhoe’s mining crews enter Flatreef orebody after 30 years of efforts
8th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

TSX-listed Ivanhoe Mines executive co-chairperson Robert Friedland and president and CEO Marna Cloete have reported that mining crews have driven underground development into the high-grade... 


JDA undertakes infrastructure upgrades at some Pikitup sites
8th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is upgrading infrastructure to support waste management service provider Pikitup to deliver integrated waste solutions while contributing to a cleaner,... 


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Wolf Wind Farm, South Africa
2nd May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Integrated African independent power producer Red Rocket South Africa is building the Wolf Wind Farm under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme – Bid Window 5. 


Image of a Manitou front loader
New repair centre for work-at-height and material-handling equipment
1st May 2025

A first-of-its-kind repair and service centre, with dedicated support for Manitou machine repairs, refurbishments and services, has been opened in Pretoria by work-at-height and materials handling... 


Michelle Fick, Business Unit Development Manager for Concrete Aesthetics at Chryso Southern Africa
Chryso enhances the aesthetic impact of concrete
30th April 2025

With growing demand for buildings that are not only functional but also visually striking, Chryso is helping customers reshape the face of concrete. Driven by technological advancements and a... 


The Nordex N175/6.X turbine installed in Santow, Germany
Nordex Energy launches its most powerful wind turbine yet
29th April 2025 By: Darren Parker

Wind energy company Nordex Energy South Africa has confirmed the market readiness of the N175/6.X, which the company says is its most powerful onshore wind turbine so far. This follows the Nordex... 


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Dubai, Indian govt launch initiative that will ease India’s access to African markets
22nd April 2025 By: Irma Venter

DP World and the government of India have launched the Bharat Africa Setu, a trade initiative designed to double India-Africa trade. DP World is a logistics and trade group controlled by the... 


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