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Indaba explores water infrastructure challenges, opportunities
20th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa has shifted from a water-stressed to a water-scarce country over the years and faces several water infrastructure challenges; however, there are initiatives and opportunties to... 


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Proper procurement processes for infrastructure projects underscored at Cesa conference
19th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Infrastructure development is crucial for South Africa to realise economic growth. In turn, proper procurement processes are needed to ensure projects are executed sustainably, speakers highlighted... 


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DA wants urgent overhaul of SA’s foreign policy amid tensions with US, cites Constitution
19th March 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Democratic Alliance spokesperson on International Relations & Cooperation Emma Louise Powell stated on Wednesday that under the Government of National Unity, South Africa’s embassies across the... 


Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson
Cesa, Macpherson reflect on public works progress and imperatives
18th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In the spirit of “engineering the future we want” Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) president David Leukes opened this year’s Cesa Infrastructure Indaba by emphasising the importance of... 


Updated study on Jelani Resources project under way
17th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Aim- and OTCQB-listed gold exploration and development company Lexington Gold’s joint venture (JV) Jelani Resources has engaged Bara Consulting to conduct an updated study on the Jelani Resources... 


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Moretele North (Klipvoor) Bulk Water Supply Scheme, South Africa
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The planned bulk water scheme aims to develop a regional bulk supply. 


4IR INTRODUCTION Baletsema has successfully introduced a range of 4IR solutions to Tier 1 mining companies
Tech, innovation driving 4IR adoption
14th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

As the mining industry moves towards adopting Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies through increased automation and data-driven decision-making, mining consulting company Baletsema... 


LHWP, an intricate symphony of ‘maths and music’, continues steady advance
14th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) continues to advance steadily, maintaining its momentum after overcoming a range of challenges. The LHWP Phase II had experienced... 


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Black Pine oxide gold project, US – update
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Liberty Gold has reached key permitting milestones for its project. 


Cesa CEO Chris Campbell.
Translating intentions in Budget into infrastructure development reliant on a concrete plan - Cesa
13th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) has highlighted the need for a concrete plan of action to translate the intentions set out in the Budget tabled by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, on... 


China's Jiangxi strengthens stake in SolGold with $18m investment
China's Jiangxi strengthens stake in SolGold with $18m investment
12th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

LSE- and TSX-listed SolGold on Wednesday announced a further investment from Jiangxi Copper Company Limited (JCC), which would see the Chinese mining giant acquire about 157-million shares in... 


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Cesa issues reminder of its upcoming Infrastructure Indaba
10th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) will host its yearly Infrastructure Indaba at the Indaba Hotel in Fourways, north of Johannesburg, on March 18 and 19 under the theme... 


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New products add value to wire ropes
7th March 2025 By: Halima Frost

The onboarding of a wire rope specialist to promote high-performance lubricant manufacturer and distributor Lubrication Engineers South Africa’s (LESA’s) recently launched Wirelife Monolec... 


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Private sector could help end decade of stagnation
7th March 2025

State-owned freight company Transnet’s Network Statement offers private-sector players the opportunity to take the leading role in recovering the national rail sector and infrastructure, thereby... 


Volvo Car SA conducting ‘strategic review’ of its dealer network
7th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) says it is conducting a strategic review of its dealer network. “As the licensor of the Volvo brand, VCSA has been actively consulting with its independent licensed... 


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Baptiste nickel project, Canada – update
7th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Vancouver-based junior nickel mining company FPX Nickel Corp will initiate a scoping study for a Canadian refinery with the capacity to produce 32 000 t/y of nickel in sulphate.  


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Wheeler River uranium project, Canada – update
7th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Uranium project developer Denison Mines expects to start site preparation and construction activities in early 2026. 


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We do not want to compete with steel, we want to replace it, GFRP Tech CEO says at facility launch
6th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Structural reinforcement materials manufacturer GFRP Tech has opened a new research and development (R&D) and manufacturing facility in Linbro Park, Sandton. The facility – the result of... 


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K.Hill battery-grade manganese project, Botswana – update
6th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Battery metal development company Giyani Metals Corporation has announced the successful production of HPMO at its demonstration plant in Johannesburg. 


CESA CEO Chris Campbell
Industry stalwart Campbell calls for urgent action to address SA’s infrastructure challenges
5th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While government has made progress in improving policies affecting the built environment, such as the Public Procurement Act, Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) CEO Chris Campbell warns that... 


The Hidden Risks of Using Unregistered ISO Auditors: How Poor Audits Lead to Costly Non-Compliance
The Hidden Risks of Using Unregistered ISO Auditors: How Poor Audits Lead to Costly Non-Compliance
5th March 2025

South African businesses have suffered massive financial setbacks due to inadequate auditing, with cumulative losses from poor audits and compliance failures running into billions. Through its... 


Centrex appoints voluntary administrators
Centrex appoints voluntary administrators
4th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Phosphates and potash company Centrex has entered voluntary administration, appointing John Park and Joanne Dunn of FTI Consulting as joint and several voluntary administrators. In a statement on... 


Vishaal Lutchman
Lutchman appointed as new GIBB CEO
4th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South African multi-disciplinary engineering consulting company GIBB Holdings has confirmed the appointment of Vishaal Lutchman as its new CEO. A registered professional engineer with the... 


Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa digital energy director Hilton Baartman
Schneider appoints digital energy director for Anglophone Africa
4th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Energy management and automation company Schneider Electric has appointed Hilton Baartman digital energy director for Anglophone Africa. Baartman is an award-winning executive with a diverse... 


Schneider Electric appoints Hilton Baartman as Digital Energy Director for Anglophone Africa
Schneider Electric appoints Hilton Baartman as Digital Energy Director for Anglophone Africa
4th March 2025

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Hilton Baartman as... 


Kavango appoints new COO
3rd March 2025 By: Darren Parker

London-listed Kavango Resources nonexecutive director Alexandra Rose Gorman has agreed to become the company’s COO. The change in her role is expected to take effect in early June, whereupon she... 


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Could grid development roll-out boost struggling metals sector?
28th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The growth of renewable power in South Africa's energy mix, and infrastructure development programmes, such as the State-owned Eskom Transmission Development Plan (TDP) 2024 to 2034, will help to... 


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Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The direct-to-blister copper smelter has been deferred by three months. 


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Muntanga uranium project, Zambia – update
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Africa-focused uranium company GoviEx Uranium has taken the first step in securing project financing. 


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Kobada gold project, Mali
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A definitive feasibility study has confirmed Kobada as a significant gold development asset underpinned by its large-scale, free-dig and open-pittable oxide resource. 


TECH Global University, the world’s largest online university
TECH Global University, the world’s largest online university
26th February 2025

The 100% online university offers top-level education in 11 languages and has a presence in 150 countries Access to quality education has been made easier thanks to the versatility of online... 


CESA Infrastructure Indaba 2025 to address nation's developmental priorities
26th February 2025

Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) has announced its annual Infrastructure Indaba, where industry stakeholders will gather to address national development priorities under the theme... 


Tertiary Minerals appoints new MD
25th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed Tertiary Minerals has appointed Dr Richard Belcher as MD. He will begin his role on March 7, the day after the company’s AGM. Tertiary says Belcher has over 22 years of geological... 


Sasol's Secunda plant
Research strongly forecasts Secunda plant will wind down from 2030, but Sasol disagrees
21st February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Petrochemicals giant Sasol is set to face significant headwinds at its Sasolburg and Secunda operations in the coming decade, including a R30-billion-a-year carbon tax cost. Researchers, having... 


Rosond appoints industry veteran to drive innovation, growth
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As experienced mining professional Glen McGavigan settles into his new role as CEO of drilling and exploration specialist Rosond, he is eyeing a new era of growth and innovation, as well as... 


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Due diligence a cornerstone of mining’s future – consultancy
21st February 2025

It is increasingly vital for shareholders and financiers to get expert and independent corroboration on mining resources, plans, valuations and other aspects of each venture as mining projects are... 


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Los Azules copper project, Argentina – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

McEwen has applied for the admission of the project to Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime. 


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Madaouela uranium project, Niger – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Mineral resources company GoviEx has signed a letter of intent with the Niger government agreeing to a structured roadmap that details a mutually acceptable plan to resolve the ongoing dispute... 


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Molo graphite mine expansion, Madagascar – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Strategic materials development company NextSource remains committed to ramping up and expanding operations at its Molo graphite mine despite ongoing market challenges. 


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Prominent Hill operation expansion project, Australia – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Shaft sinking is about 70% complete. 


Business associations, trade unions welcome budget postponement but voice concern over perceived instability
20th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

The failure of the Government of National Unity (GNU) to resolve its differences over the budget is disappointing and negative for business sentiment, but it does show that the parties of the GNU... 


Volvo Car SA conducting ‘strategic review’ of its dealer network
Volvo Car SA conducting ‘strategic review’ of its dealer network
20th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) says it is conducting a strategic review of its dealer network. “As the licensor of the Volvo brand, VCSA has been actively consulting with its independent licensed... 


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