https://newsletter.en.creamermedia.com

Receive our free daily newsletter:

AFC CEO Samaila Zubairu
AFC chief pushes to unlock billions from African pension funds
10th March 2025 By: Reuters

The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) said it is accelerating efforts to mobilise the continent's money for investments and tapping investors in the Middle East and Asia, as developing nations... 


Magazine cover image
New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


Photo of Terence Creamer
What could go wrong?
7th March 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The perils associated with assigning shareholder responsibilities for State-owned enterprises (SOEs) that previously fell under the Department of Public Enterprises to line ministries can no longer... 


Magazine cover image
New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


An image of cybersecurity
Google Cloud, Nemisa launch cybersecurity training in South Africa
6th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Google Cloud and the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (Nemisa) have launched the Google Cybersecurity Upskilling Initiative. Google Cloud would provide the opportunity for up to... 


Sun Silver steps into antimony race
Sun Silver steps into antimony race
5th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

As geopolitical uncertainty intensifies, Australia-listed Sun Silver is moving to position itself as a key participant in the supply of US-sourced antimony – a critical mineral essential to... 


Fall of the Kivus
28th February 2025 By: Tara O’Connor

I wrote last month that US President Donald Trump’s neoi-mperialism could significantly destabilise the African continent – especially where colonial boundaries sit uncomfortably on language lines... 


Sheep Creek mineral rock sample
US Critical Materials confirms high-grade rare earth and gallium deposit
26th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Private company US Critical Materials announced on Wednesday that its Sheep Creek deposit in Montana contained the highest reported rare earth grades in the US, along with significant... 


US tungsten miner sees opportunity as tariffs loom for Canada, Mexico
US tungsten miner sees opportunity as tariffs loom for Canada, Mexico
25th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Tungsten miner American Tungsten said on Tuesday that it was committed to bolstering domestic tungsten supply in the US following President Donald Trump’s pledge to move forward with tariff actions... 


SANDF troops
Injured SANDF soldiers repatriated from DRC
25th February 2025 By: Sashnee Moodley

The South African National Defence Force said on Tuesday that a group of critically injured soldiers have been repatriated from Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to receive medical... 


Side view image of the Epson WorkForce DS-790WN scanner
Enhancing data security
24th February 2025

Scanning technology can be used to help safeguard businesses against cybercrimes and data breaches. By digitising physical documents, scanning reduces the risk of data being stolen, misplaced or... 


European Commission VP Kaja Kallas & International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola
EU bolsters ties with South Africa amid tensions with Trump
21st February 2025 By: Bloomberg

The European Union and South Africa are forging closer ties after previous disagreements led to a frosty relationship, the bloc’s top diplomat said. The rapprochement comes as US President Donald... 


New German defence, security trade event launching in 2027
21st February 2025

With Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, growing geopolitical tensions and the vulnerability of critical infrastructures demanding an increased commitment to defence and security issues... 


The above image depicts Zero USV MD Matthew Ratsey
Uncrewed surface vehicles transform maritime security, defence
21st February 2025 By: Lynne Davies

Uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) are redefining defence and security by enhancing efficiency and reducing risks in maritime operations, says marine automation company Zero USV. By removing the... 


Armscor image
Safeguarding South Africa with strategic defence innovations
21st February 2025

The Armaments Corporation of South Africa SOC Limited (Armscor) is an acquisition agency for the South African Department of Defence (DOD) and other organs of state and entities. Armscor’s mandate... 


Image of gold ore
Stibnite gold project, US – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Mining exploration and development company Perpetua Resources Corp has started detailed engineering and a procurement contract with Idaho Power for powerline materials. 


The above image depicts University of Pretoria PhD candidate Kevin Gopaul
Industry revitalisation requires political will
21st February 2025 By: Lynne Davies

While the South African defence industry grew significantly in the late twentieth century, it has been in decline ever since, owing to budget cuts as well as diminished support from the South... 


Clyrofor MD and CEO Loyiso Boyce and CSIR Defence and Security executive manager Sipho Mbhokota
Clyrofor, CSIR partnership to support commercialisation of cybersecurity technologies
20th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Cybersecurity company Clyrofor and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance innovation, foster skills development and... 


dump truck
Infrastructure slowdown in Australasia impacts on Aveng’s revenue
18th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed engineering-led contractor Aveng has reported an 8.1% decline in revenue to R16.6-billion for the six months ended December 31, 2024, down from R18.6-billion in the prior period. The... 


Perpetua starts detailed engineering as it moves Stibnite towards investment decision
Perpetua starts detailed engineering as it moves Stibnite towards investment decision
14th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Nasdaq- and TSX-listed Perpetua is advancing its Stibnite gold project in Idaho, announcing on Thursday the start of detailed engineering and a procurement contract with Idaho Power for powerline... 


SANDF soldiers
Defence Committee supports SANDF role in peacebuilding, as remains of soldiers come home
14th February 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The co-chairpersons of the Joint Standing Committee on Defence Malusi Gigaba and Phiroane Phala stated that the deployment of the South African National Defence Force as a diplomatic tool for... 


Ukraine President Volodmyr Zelenskiy
Trump official says minerals deal will give Kyiv post-war 'security shield'
13th February 2025 By: Reuters

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Wednesday that a minerals deal between Kyiv and Washington would provide Ukraine with a post-war "security shield", and President Volodmyr Zelenskiy said... 


Resources Minister Madeleine King
Australia passes critical minerals tax incentives to boost local processing
12th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia has passed landmark legislation introducing production tax incentives for critical minerals and renewable hydrogen, a move aimed at strengthening domestic processing capabilities and... 


Australia won't curb 'green' aluminium exports to US to avoid tariff, says Minister
12th February 2025 By: Reuters

Australia's industry minister said on Wednesday the nation's plan to boost "green" aluminium exports would not be derailed by the threat of US tariffs, saying American customers would only end up... 


Image of Donald Trump
EFF condemns Trump’s ‘genocidal declaration’ against Palestinians
11th February 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) on Tuesday said it was not surprised by US President Donald Trump’s sentiments on the forced removal of Palestinians from Gaza, accusing him of having a history... 


An image of Montero president and CEO Dr Tony Harwood
Montero receives second instalment from Tanzania for Wigu project expropriation
11th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

TSX-V-listed Montero Mining and Exploration’s legal representatives in Tanzania have received $8-million in cash, the second instalment of the $27-million settlement between the company and the... 


South Africa's military reinforces beleaguered Congo mission
11th February 2025 By: Reuters

South Africa has sent additional troops and military equipment to Democratic Republic of Congo in recent days, political and diplomatic sources said, after 14 of its soldiers were killed in... 


Agreement signed to develop R1.8bn rare earth, critical battery elements refining facility in Africa
10th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

South African multidisciplinary asset manager Novare and ReElement Technologies Corporation, a subsidiary of Nasdaq-listed American Resources Corporation, has announced a R1.8-billion rare earth... 


Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
Australia says its steel, aluminium exports create American jobs
10th February 2025 By: Reuters

Australia's trade minister said its steel and aluminium exports to the US create "good paying American jobs" and are key to shared defence interests, as Canberra presses Washington for an exemption... 


South African flag
Flags will fly at half-mast for fallen S African soldiers in DRC
7th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Spokesperson to the President Vincent Magwenya on Friday reiterated Cyril Ramaphosa’s directive made during the State of the Nation Address that the national flag be flown at half-mast at all flag... 


Energy and Minieral Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson
Canada invests in Quebec's critical minerals research, infrastructure developments
7th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson on Thursday announced up to C$43.5-million in investments under two critical mineral funding programmes to help advance critical minerals... 


Interview at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 featuring Airbus MD Nam-Binh Hoang
Airbus products enable a modern, connected life
5th February 2025

Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, providing products, services and solutions for the commercial aircraft, helicopter, defence and space sectors. Drawing on over half a... 


China expands critical mineral export controls after US imposes tariffs
China expands critical mineral export controls after US imposes tariffs
4th February 2025 By: Reuters

China said on Tuesday it would restrict exports of five metals used in defence, clean energy and other industries in response to fresh US tariffs, refraining from the outright export bans Beijing... 


Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says tariffs will impede US industry's access to an affordable supply of nickel, potash, uranium, steel and aluminium.
Trump tariffs on Canadian exports spark mining industry backlash
3rd February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has condemned the decision by US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on all Canadian products bound for the US, warning of severe economic and security... 


Hawks Head lieutenant general Godfrey Lebeya
Hawks prioritising State capture investigations overview reveals
31st January 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya announced on Friday that 2 241 statements have been obtained in 53 cases addressing State capture... 


Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy
Graphite One named in Alaska Governor’s address
31st January 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-V-listed Graphite One has been recognised by Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy in his State of the State Address this week, underscoring the project’s economic and national security significance.... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa and Rwandan President Paul Kagame
SA in no position to take role of peacemaker – Rwandan President takes aim at Ramaphosa
30th January 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has hit out against South Africa as conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues, with choice words for President Cyril Ramaphosa after South African... 


Image of Cyril Ramaphosa
SA military presence in DRC not a declaration of war – Ramaphosa
29th January 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Following the deaths of South African National Defence Force members during combat in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, President Cyril Ramaphosa called on all parties in the conflict to... 


Idaho’s Speed Act wins praise from Perpetua Resources
Idaho’s Speed Act wins praise from Perpetua Resources
28th January 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exploration and development company Perpetua Resources has lauded Idaho Governor Brad Little's Executive Order 2025-02, the Strategic Permitting, Efficiency, and Economic Development (Speed) Act.... 


Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga
AfriForum asks Motshekga to investigate deaths of soldiers in DRC, share findings
28th January 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Following the deaths of nine South African National Defence Force members in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, non-governmental organisation AfriForum wants Defence and Military Veterans... 


An SANDF soldier
Parliament’s defence committee wants answers on SANDF deaths in battle in the DRC
27th January 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

While expressing sadness at the deaths of nine South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers in a battle in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Parliament’s Joint Standing... 


SA flag helicopter
Calls for accountability amid loss of SANDF members in DRC
27th January 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Opposition parties have expressed sadness at the loss of nine members of the South African National Defence Force in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa... 


Magazine cover image
Mining industry deliberates role in shaping climate and community resilience
24th January 2025 By: Nadine James

The Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 is adopting a forward-thinking approach by actively exploring new audience sectors to enhance the event, while embracing the “universal truth” of a... 


3
4
5

Showroom

Multotec
Multotec

Multotec, recognised industry leaders in metallurgy and process engineering help mining houses across the world process minerals more efficiently,...

VISIT SHOWROOM 
Flameblock
Flameblock

FlameBlock is a proudly South African company that engineers, manufactures and supplies fire intumescent and retardant products to the fire...

VISIT SHOWROOM 
Actom
Actom

Your one-stop global energy-solution partner

VISIT SHOWROOM 
Rittal
Rittal

Rittal is a world leading provider of top-quality integrated systems for enclosures, power distribution, climate control, IT infrastructure and...

VISIT SHOWROOM 
Weir
Weir

Weir is a global leader in mining technology. We recognise that our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that...

VISIT SHOWROOM 
Willard
Willard

Rooted in the hearts of South Africans, combining technology and a quest for perfection to bring you a battery of peerless standing. Willard...

VISIT SHOWROOM 

Latest Multimedia

sponsored by

Image of WEG Africa electric motors LV&HV executive Fanie Steyn
New regulations for electric motors come into effect
27th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Option 1 (equivalent of R125 a month):

Receive a weekly copy of Creamer Media's Engineering News & Mining Weekly magazine
(print copy for those in South Africa and e-magazine for those outside of South Africa)
Receive daily email newsletters
Access to full search results
Access archive of magazine back copies
Access to Projects in Progress
Access to ONE Research Report of your choice in PDF format

Option 2 (equivalent of R375 a month):

All benefits from Option 1
PLUS
Access to Creamer Media's Research Channel Africa for ALL Research Reports, in PDF format, on various industrial and mining sectors including Electricity; Water; Energy Transition; Hydrogen; Roads, Rail and Ports; Coal; Gold; Platinum; Battery Metals; etc.

Already a subscriber?

Forgotten your password?

MAGAZINE & ONLINE

SUBSCRIBE

RESEARCH CHANNEL AFRICA

SUBSCRIBE

CORPORATE PACKAGES

CLICK FOR A QUOTATION







pqt: 2.165s - ct: 2.41s - 507pq - 4rq
Subscribe Now