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Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe at the ribbon cutting of the Naudesbank colliery
Mantashe lauds opening of Seriti's Naudesbank Colliery, insists coal mining remains critical
14th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

“King coal is back!” Mineral Resources and Petroleum Minister Gwede Mantashe exclaimed at the ribbon cutting of coal producer Seriti’s new Naudesbank Colliery, near Carolina, in Mpumalanga, on... 


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On-The-Air (14/03/2025)
14th March 2025 By: Martin Creamer

This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Jon Gericke spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly. Reported here is this Friday’s At the Coalface transcript: Gericke:... 


IAE 2025 to Drive High-Impact Investment Across Africa’s Top Energy Markets
IAE 2025 to Drive High-Impact Investment Across Africa’s Top Energy Markets
14th March 2025

As Africa positions itself for a new era of energy growth and investment, the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris brings together top executives, policymakers and financiers to chart the... 


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Sintech
14th March 2025

Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a range of applications in mining and mining-related industries. Sintech supplies... 


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Efficiency, hygiene and automation core to specialist’s offerings
14th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Demand for drive solutions specialist SEW-EURODRIVE’s product offerings are currently strong and increasing steadily in South Africa’s growing food and beverage industry. SEW-EURODRIVE provides... 


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Chemicals producer launches new product for citrus black spot control
14th March 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Germany-based chemicals company BASF is leading the way in innovative agricultural solutions with its latest citrus black spot (CBS) control product, Revycare, which allows agricultural citrus... 


Outa CEO Wayne Duvenage.
Business organisations express discontent with VAT increase
13th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

In response to the budget speech presented by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on March 12, Business Unity South Africa (Busa) says it welcomes the focus on macroeconomic stability, structural... 


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... 


How generative design AI could flip the economics of industrial design
How generative design AI could flip the economics of industrial design
13th March 2025

By: Jim Chappell - Global Head of AI and Advanced Analytics, AVEVA Project design is notoriously plagued by delays and cost overruns. After all, it’s an iterative system: designing, testing,... 


GreenYellow South Africa and AJP Group partner for 4.6 MW Solar PV Installation rollout across 10 Shopping Malls in the East Rand
GreenYellow South Africa and AJP Group partner for 4.6 MW Solar PV Installation rollout across 10 Shopping Malls in the East Rand
13th March 2025

GreenYellow South Africa has officially commenced a 4.6 MW Solar PV project with AJP Group, a diversified investment and property management company specialising in the development and operation of... 


Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana
Budget may be tweaked further, Godongwana says
13th March 2025 By: Reuters

South Africa's budget may be tweaked further as more talks between political parties will try to overcome differences over a contentious plan to raise value-added tax, the country's finance... 


How to enhance FICA onboarding with biometric authentication, verification
How to enhance FICA onboarding with biometric authentication, verification
13th March 2025

Join this webinar to hear from industry experts how biometric technology is transforming business onboarding. As criminals evolve and get smarter in their deception, you must constantly work to... 


DA leader John Steenhuisen
Political parties reject Godongwana’s Budget
12th March 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Opposition parties have rejected Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Budget speech, with Government of National Unity (GNU) partner the Democratic Alliance (DA) stating outright that it will not... 


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NUM worried about ‘possible bloodbath of job losses’ on multiple fronts
12th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) is worried about a “possible bloodbath of job losses” across multiple sectors, including steel, transportation, ferrochrome and mining, on the back of... 


African Rainbow Minerals executive: growth and strategic development in the executive chairperson’s office Mike Schmidt.
‘Very promising’ narrow-reef boring technology nearing rollout stage, ARM reports
12th March 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The rollout of new narrow-reef boring technology, which has the potential to boost platinum group metal (PGM) grades, lower unit costs, enhance safety, and streamline downstream materials handling,... 


South Offshore’s partnership with TotalEnergies for RSLIP Deployment in Angola is welcomed by the International Commodity Summit 2025
South Offshore’s partnership with TotalEnergies for RSLIP Deployment in Angola is welcomed by the International Commodity Summit 2025
11th March 2025

The International Commodity Summit 2025 has embraced the partnership between Congo’s South Offshore and TotalEnergies to implement the Rigless Subsea Light Intervention Package (RSLIP) in Angola.... 


X-Furniture launches new interactive showroom for designers and clients
X-Furniture launches new interactive showroom for designers and clients
11th March 2025

An expansive 650 m2 showroom in the heart of Kramerville, designed to showcase the latest in furniture innovation, functionality, and design, has been launched by X-Furniture. With a keen focus on... 


Africa Energy Indaba 2025 concludes with resounding success, driving Africa's Energy future forward
Africa Energy Indaba 2025 concludes with resounding success, driving Africa's Energy future forward
11th March 2025

The 17th annual Africa Energy Indaba has successfully concluded, marking a transformative moment for Africa’s energy sector. Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 4–6... 


Collaborative defence: the role of strategic partnerships in municipal cybersecurity
Collaborative defence: the role of strategic partnerships in municipal cybersecurity
11th March 2025

By: Kumar Vaibhav, Lead Senior Solution Architect - Cybersecurity at In2IT Strategic partnerships are essential for enhancing cybersecurity in South African municipalities. As cyber threats evolve... 


Google Hustle Academy applications for SMEs in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa open
10th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Internet services company Google has opened applications for the 2025 edition of its Hustle Academy programme, which will emphasise AI-powered business training to small and medium-sized... 


Critical engineering conference tackles Africa's R250-billion infrastructure crisis
10th March 2025

With Africa's industrial sector facing unprecedented challenges from ageing infrastructure and growing demand, the inaugural One Eighty Root Cause Analysis Africa Conference arrives at a critical... 


Indonesia mulls tax hikes on miners due to budgetary pressures
Indonesia mulls tax hikes on miners due to budgetary pressures
10th March 2025 By: Bloomberg

Indonesia is proposing hiking royalties paid by miners in a bid to bolster public finances that are being strained by President Prabowo Subianto’s spending plans. The Energy and Mineral Resources... 


BLSA CEO Busisiwe Mavuso
Upcoming Budget speech has to grapple with rapidly changing geopolitical context, Mavuso says
10th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Rapid changes in global geopolitics mean that this week’s Budget speech will takes place in an entirely different context, Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busisiwe Mavuso said in her weekly... 


50 Years of Trucking Power: RFA’s 2025 Convention Sets the Future in Motion
50 Years of Trucking Power: RFA’s 2025 Convention Sets the Future in Motion
7th March 2025

The Road Freight Association (RFA) marks a historic milestone—50 years of driving South Africa’s economy by ensuring a stable labour environment, safer and more efficient logistics operations... 


Glass fibre reinforced polymer rebar
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... 


TIA fostering innovation for climate change adaptation
5th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

With climate change a top priority for government, the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) has been involved in climate change research and developing tools to help South Africa adapt to climate... 


Game-Changing Packaging Innovations Take Center Stage at Propak Africa
Game-Changing Packaging Innovations Take Center Stage at Propak Africa
5th March 2025

As sustainability grows in importance for the packaging industry, innovation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Propak Africa, set to take place from 11-14 March at the Johannesburg Expo... 


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MTN South Africa appoints chief wholesale officer
4th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

MTN South Africa has appointed Pushkar Gokhale as chief wholesale officer, effective August 1, tasked with advancing MTN's strategy to become the “network of choice” for the wholesale market. He is... 


Canada invest C$5m in mining innovation
4th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Canadian government has announced a C$5-million investment in the Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation Inc (CEMI) to support the Mining Innovation Commercialisation Accelerator (MICA)... 


PRF introduces HYKE - The advanced hydrogen transport module
3rd March 2025

Global leader in fuel gas solutions PRF Gas Solutions proudly announces the launch of HYKE, an innovative hydrogen transport module designed to redefine the transport and distribution of hydrogen... 


Rumble moves Western Queen gold project towards development
28th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Rumble Resources is making progress advancing its Western Queen gold project in Western Australia, entering into an indicative non-binding term sheet with Bain Global Resources (Bain)... 


Africa Energy Indaba Kicks Off Next Week – What to Look Forward To!
Africa Energy Indaba Kicks Off Next Week – What to Look Forward To!
28th February 2025

The highly anticipated Africa Energy Indaba 2025 is set to take place from 4th to 6th March 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). As Africa’s premier energy event, the... 


Vector drivers enjoying the new truck, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Volvo truck with solar powered trailer.
Rennie Baloyi, Petrus Molatlhioa, Kagiso Seune, Albert Zwane (far right)
The competitive advantage of Carbon Neutrality in South Africa's freight industry
28th February 2025

In an increasingly interconnected and environmentally conscious world, carbon neutrality has emerged as more than just a moral imperative; it is now a competitive advantage. For South Africa’s... 


Local smartphone consumers turning to AI as smartphone sales increase globally
28th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The global smartphone market is experiencing a surge in demand for AI-powered devices and local consumers are echoing this trend. South Africans are increasingly seeking smartphones that offer... 


Meting room and smart booking display
Cisco demonstrates scalable smart building system
27th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Networking and cybersecurity company Cisco has built a smart building system into Africa infrastructure development fund manager Harith General Partners' offices in Chislehurston, Sandton.   


cargo ship at sea
Tharisa invests £1.5m in JV to develop low-emission natural gas catalysers for shipping industry
27th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

Newly formed joint venture (JV) Methanox has secured a £1.5-million investment from platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome concentrates producer Tharisa towards accelerating methane emissions... 


Made possible by the investments in the finishing mill of NLMK Clabecq, InThinity is poised to set new industry standards
The impact of InThinity for evolutionary steel production
27th February 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Steel production is evolving rapidly, with manufacturers continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency, precision and sustainability. At Bauma 2025, Belgium-based steel plate manufacturer NLMK... 


Solidarity Movement Head of International Relations Jaco Kleynhans, Solidarity CEO Dr. Dirk Hermann, Solidarity Movement chairperson Flip Buys, and AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel
If US passes Bill to review relations with SA, it will be ANC’s fault – Solidarity Movement
27th February 2025 By: Sashnee Moodley

Following discussions with representatives in the US, the Solidarity Movement has issued a warning to the South African government that a Bill is being considered by the US to review bilateral... 


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South Africa's inflation rises less than expected in January
26th February 2025 By: Reuters

South African inflation edged up in January in the first release since the statistics agency updated its consumer price basket, but the headline rate remains near the bottom of the central bank's... 


Automechanika Johannesburg 2025 Gears Up for Milestone 10th Edition at New Venue
Automechanika Johannesburg 2025 Gears Up for Milestone 10th Edition at New Venue
25th February 2025

Africa's premier automotive aftermarket trade fair, Automechanika Johannesburg, will celebrate its landmark 10th edition at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 28-30 October this year,... 


Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago
Reserve Bank governor says trade and tax policies pose inflation risks
25th February 2025 By: Reuters

Global trade tensions and a potential value-added tax hike in South Africa could derail two years of slowing inflation, the country's central bank governor said on Tuesday. Speaking on the... 


DRDGOLD CEO Niël Pretorius.
‘Exciting’ DRDGOLD projects ‘advancing well’ as 2028 Vision gets big gold price boost
24th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Johannesburg- and New York-listed DRDGOLD’s projects under way are “advancing very well” as the gold-from-tailings company’s 2028 Vision gets a massive boost from the sky-high gold price. Mining... 


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Stronger growth projected for sub-Saharan Africa this year
24th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Global conditions are more favourable, supporting firmer economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa, financial organisation Nedbank Group’s economic unit notes in its ‘Africa Insights for sub-Saharan... 


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