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Schneider Electric launches its first Innovation Hub in Africa
Schneider Electric launches its first Innovation Hub in Africa
12th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, officially launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa, marking a significant... 


X3D technology shapes tomorrow's catalysts with today's technology
X3D technology shapes tomorrow's catalysts with today's technology
11th June 2025

With the new X3D technology, sulphuric acid catalysts manufacturer BASF expands its experience in catalyst production into additive manufacturing. Based on 3D printing, catalysts produced with X3D... 


ACTOM Power Transformers celebrates 60+ years of engineering excellence and a new era of growth
ACTOM Power Transformers celebrates 60+ years of engineering excellence and a new era of growth
11th June 2025

ACTOM Power Transformers, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd, is marking a major milestone with a celebratory Open Day at its Wadeville factory. The event not only honours the company’s 60+ year legacy... 


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Shoprite gives tour of distribution centre built to meet new store growth
11th June 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed supermarket retail group Shoprite this week held a media tour of its Riverfields distribution centre, in Kempton Park, Gauteng, which is one of two new campuses built over the past 18... 


Reinventing data centre design: critical changes to meet surging demand
Reinventing data centre design: critical changes to meet surging demand
11th June 2025

By: Faith Waithaka - Cloud and Service Provider Segment Sales Lead: Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric AI technologies are pushing the boundaries of what is possible which, in turn, is... 


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UK selects Rolls-Royce for its SMR programme as part of its nuclear expansion policy
10th June 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The UK government announced on Tuesday that Rolls-Royce SMR, a subsidiary of the UK-based global power and propulsion systems group Rolls-Royce, has been selected as the preferred bidder for the... 


The Steenkampskraal mine
Steenkampskraal reaches milestone with NNR acceptance
10th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Steenkampskraal Holdings, which owns the Steenkampskraal monazite mine (SMM), in the Western Cape, reports that the National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) has accepted the mine's authorisation change... 


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Vodacom reaches 100% renewable electricity goal
10th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Telecommunications giant Vodacom Group has reached a major decarbonisation milestone – 100% of its purchased electricity is now from renewable sources. The group has several on-site renewable power... 


Does your waste operation have the right equipment
Does your waste operation have the right equipment
10th June 2025

Without an effective waste management system, a country faces serious public health and environmental risks. In 2024, South Africa generated approximately 108 million tonnes of waste — 90% of which... 


US-China trade talks on export controls to resume for a second day
10th June 2025 By: Reuters

Top US and Chinese officials will resume trade talks for a second day in London on Tuesday, hoping to secure a breakthrough over export controls for rare earths and other goods that have threatened... 


How to get specified by architects
How to get specified by architects
9th June 2025

By: Morag Evans - CEO of Databuild At Databuild, we work closely with building product manufacturers and service providers across South Africa’s construction sector. One of the most common... 


Infrastructure South Africa, Department of Water & Sanitation, South African Institution of Civil Engineering headline Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
9th June 2025

The South African construction market is valued at around $125 billion and the broader infrastructure market at $193 billion (source: AbiQ). As the country gains momentum, showing measurable gains... 


TECH Global University tops ranking with most graduates placed professionally
TECH Global University tops ranking with most graduates placed professionally
9th June 2025

TECH Global University achieves the figure of 99% of its graduates getting a job after completing their studies and a similar number improving their professional position The demand for... 


US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
US and China set for trade talks in London on Monday
9th June 2025 By: Reuters

Three of US President Donald Trump's top aides will meet with their Chinese counterparts in London on Monday for talks aimed at resolving a trade dispute between the world's two largest economies... 


South Africa provides details on Credit Guarantee Vehicle as it confirms ITP procurement timelines
South Africa provides details on Credit Guarantee Vehicle as it confirms ITP procurement timelines
6th June 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The South African government has provided an update on the timelines for the launch of the inaugural procurement of independent transmission projects (ITPs), as well as additional insight into the... 


Wind farm
South Africa’s IPP procurement model under review amid sustainability concerns
6th June 2025 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s Independent Power Producer Office (IPPO) has confirmed that it is undertaking a comprehensive review of the country’s public procurement framework for independent power producers... 


Andrada CEO Anthony Viljoen
Andrada reports performance improvements on the back of continuous improvement programme, upgrades
6th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

Tin, tantalum and lithium miner Andrada Mining has reported solid performance improvements at its Uis operation in Namibia, supported by enhancements from the company’s Continuous Improvement 2... 


Donald Trump and Xi Jinping
Trump and Xi agree to more talks as trade disputes brew
6th June 2025 By: Reuters

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping confronted weeks of brewing trade tensions and a battle over critical minerals in a rare leader-to-leader call on Thursday that left key... 


Murray & Roberts Cementation
Murray & Roberts Cementation
6th June 2025

Murray & Roberts Cementation, part of the Murray & Roberts group, is a top-tier underground mining contractor headquartered in Johannesburg, serving Africa. The company pioneered contract... 


Lara Smith at a mining site in Mozambique.
Contingency planning key to mitigating mining risks
6th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Following the post-election protests and attacks that disrupted Mozambique’s mining sector in October 2024, specialist consultancy Core Consultants is advising companies to stockpile key materials,... 


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Advanced fleet supports cement supply chains
6th June 2025

Through its advanced bulk vehicle fleets, integrated supply chain and transport logistics provider Cargo Carriers continues to serve as a “trusted partner for some of the nation’s leading cement... 


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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... 


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Accurate monitoring key to sector efficiency
6th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

With sub-Saharan Africa experiencing an increase in infrastructure development, the increased demand for cement necessitates precise monitoring to ensure that the storage and transportation thereof... 


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Was the George building collapse a warning or an aberration?
6th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

On May 6, 2024, the Neo Victoria project – a residential building that was still under construction in George, in the Western Cape – collapsed without warning, claiming the lives of 34 of the 62... 


Sereme Malatji is founder and former CEO of Methano Group.
Methano Lab: Driving technological innovation in Africa's mining and manufacturing sectors
6th June 2025

Seasoned engineer, entrepreneur and business leader award winner Sereme Malatji has been at the forefront of technological innovation since 2006. With hands-on experience across multiple industries... 


Loader at the KOTH project
King of the Hills processing facility expansion, Australia
6th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Intermediate gold producer Vault Minerals plans to increase the project's processing facility capacity to six-million tonnes a year. 


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Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
6th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Kamoa Copper expects to restart underground mining operations on the western side of the Kakula mine later this month. 


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Donlin Gold project, US – update
6th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Pure gold mining company Barrick Mining Corporation has completed the sale of its 50% stake in Alaska’s Donlin Gold project. 


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Chvaletice manganese project, Czech Republic – update
6th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Euro Manganese has raised C$11.2-million (A$12.3-million) through a combination of private placement and a share purchase plan, with proceeds to fund the development of the project. 


Image of graphite mineral
Battery anode facility, Saudi Arabia/United Arab Emirates – update
6th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Battery metals developer NextSource Materials is pivoting its battery anode facility strategy from Mauritius to the Middle East. 


Aqua Horizon Technologies
Sustainable water treatment for a changing world
6th June 2025

With over 30 years of experience, South African-based Aqua Horizon Technologies (AHT) is a global leader in water and wastewater treatment. Their technologies support industry and government in... 


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Innovative machine light
5th June 2025

A machine light designed for robustness and versatility, while also complying with the requirements of the Ecodesign Directive, is now available from ifm. The device features a smooth surface and... 


Image of a Weba Chute installation at a coal mine
Shift from reactive to proactive chute maintenance
5th June 2025

Traditionally, mining operations replace or repair chutes only after failure, resulting in unplanned downtime and higher costs. However, new advancements in digital technologies enable the... 


Roan in Zambia.
Jubilee disposing of South Africa assets to fixate on more alluring Zambia opportunities
5th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Diversified mining company Jubilee Metals has decided to dispose of its chrome and platinum group metals (PGMs) business in South Africa to focus fully on Zambia, where the directors believe there... 


Infrastructure South Africa, SAICE and SACPCMP set to headline Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
5th June 2025

The South African construction market is valued at around $125 billion and the broader infrastructure market at $193 billion (source: AbiQ). As the country gains momentum, showing measurable gains... 


Crowie Holdings at 25: Building a Legacy!
Crowie Holdings at 25: Building a Legacy!
5th June 2025

As Crowie Holdings and Enza Construction celebrates 25 years in business, it marks a significant milestone in the South African infrastructure landscape — not simply for its longevity, but for its... 


Rand Merchant Bank Drives International Trade Finance Growth Supported by Surecomp’s TFaaS
4th June 2025

Surecomp® today announced that Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), has selected its award-winning Trade Finance-as-a-Service (TFaaS) solution to drive seamless digital trade finance operations and... 


Algeria plans to allow foreign firms to mine for critical metals
4th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

Algeria is poised to allow wider foreign ownership of mines as the gas-rich nation looks to boost production of minerals including phosphate, iron ore and lithium to diversify its economy. New... 


ENDURON Elite screens are high-capacity, energy-efficient banana screens designed for hard rock mining, offering superior throughput and simplified maintenance
Weir building production capacity for new screen ranges
4th June 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Expansion at Weir’s Alrode manufacturing facility south of Johannesburg will build production capacity for its vibrating screen ranges launched last year. According to JD... 


GoviEx appoints project and commissioning metallurgist as it advances Muntanga
3rd June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

TSX-listed GoviEx Uranium has appointed Deogratias M Bukunkwe as project and commissioning metallurgist to further advance the development of its Muntanga uranium project, in Zambia. Bukunkwe, a... 


Matrix Design Group customer relations leader Leon Kachelhoffer and business development new sales Otsile Loate talk to Engineering News at A-OSH Expo 2025
Matrix Design Group solutions simplify safety and compliance
3rd June 2025

To accelerate its expansion into global markets and diversify across industries, safety and productivity technology leader Matrix Design Group – a subsidiary of Alliance Resource Partners –... 


DEKRA celebrates 100 yrs in safety at A-OSH Expo 2025
DEKRA celebrates 100 yrs in safety at A-OSH Expo 2025
3rd June 2025

As DEKRA Global marks its 100th anniversary, DEKRA Industrial and the DEKRA Institute of Learning (IOL) used their presence at this year’s A-OSH Expo to celebrate a century of “securing the... 


Rio Tinto, PKKP sign agreement to protect sacred sites and rebuild trust
Rio Tinto, PKKP sign agreement to protect sacred sites and rebuild trust
3rd June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining giant Rio Tinto has signed a formal co-management agreement with the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura (PKKP) Aboriginal Corporation, as it seeks to repair relations after the destruction of... 


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