Engineering News & Mining Weekly has canvassed business leaders for their opinions on the priorities for South Africa’s electricity sector, as well as what role the Energy Council of South Africa... 

Accelerating the expansion and modernisation of South Africa’s national transmission grid is a critical priority and we fully support the collaborative work being driven by the Energy Council of... 

Pump supplier Integrated Pump Technology has been at the forefront of helping mining operations manage the persistent challenge of groundwater ingress, both on surface and underground. Groundwater... 

A major automotive manufacturer in Gauteng has boosted its operational efficiency, safety and energy savings with the installation of SEW-EURODRIVE’s advanced MOVIGEAR® mechatronic drive system in... 

V-belt-driven pumps have traditionally been used in high-pressure jetting trucks, however, hydraulic technology is becoming more widely used and offers numerous benefits, says Werner Pumps MD... 

Mining is a cornerstone of South Africa’s economy. For more than 100 years, it has driven industrial development, created jobs and attracted global investment. Yet structural barriers have limited... 

As urbanisation drives increased demand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) in developing countries, the industry faces the challenge of balancing growth with... 

West Wits Mining has secured firm commitments to raise A$17.5-million, before costs, through a share placement to institutional, sophisticated and professional investors. 

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reports that a significant rise in the number of spyware, banking trojans and infostealer cyberattacks was detected in the first quarter of this year, compared with the... 

Gold and copper major Barrick Mining is casting its Nevada Fourmile project as one of the most significant gold discoveries in decades, with new studies suggesting it could become a top global... 

Technologies such as AI, automation innovations and other digital tools are changing the way in which civil engineering is conducted, going beyond the concrete and steel that typically... 

As mining engineering company FL Smidth (FLS) decommissions a 10 t Condra portal crane in Mozambique for reuse in a company workshop in Ghana, crane manufacturer Condra Cranes Johannesburg has... 

An optimised prefeasibility study on Southern Palladium's advanced, shallow, high-grade project proposes to unlock value through a staged production approach. 

Southern Palladium has started its detailed metallurgical and geotechnical drill programmes as part of ongoing field work to support the delivery of a definitive feasibility study. 

West Wits Mining has secured Investment Committee approval from Nebari Natural Resources Credit Fund II LP for a loan facility to advance Qala Shallows.  

Dubai-based pan-African integrated industrial zone developer and operator ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP), founded in 2010, has announced that it has successfully raised... 

At Toyota Material Handling, a division of CFAO Equipment, leadership transcends traditional management, it’s about pioneering excellence and redefining industry standards. Bianca Smit, National... 

Electrical power solutions provider Trafo Power Solutions asserts that its latest project highlights its ability to provide specialised transformer solutions suited to the rigorous conditions of... 

An order for four cranes was recently filled by FL Smidth’s (FLS’s) sub-Saharan and West Africa procurement service. Three of the cranes were delivered to Accra, Ghana where they will be used for... 

Zimbabwe’s emergence as “Africa’s leading lithium producer” is a signal of “deep and exciting” transformation that will see Zimbabwe take its place as a mining powerhouse, reports turnkey crushing... 

As Africa’s only London Bullion Market Association Good Delivery-accredited precious metals refinery, Germiston, South Africa-based Rand Refinery is implementing initiatives to enhance its energy... 

Flowsheet technology and service provider FLS’s MissionZero strategy drives innovation to enhance mining sustainability by reducing emissions, energy use and water consumption while boosting... 

The completion of a 4.5-m-diameter raise-bored ventilation shaft has markedly improved underground conditions, especially in deeper areas critical to the medium-term ramp-up. 

Africa's largest manufacturer of prefab and modular buildings Kwikspace offers proven capability and unmatched empowerment credentials. “Kwikspace is a tried and tested company that can meet the... 

Babcock, the exclusive distributor of DAF Trucks in Southern Africa, has delivered two new DAF trucks to Farmwise Marketing, a leading name in the national fresh produce distribution sector.... 

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has reported record yearly earnings, with net profit rising 14.4% to R5.3-billion for the financial year ended March 31, alongside the strongest loan... 

South African households continued to remain under pressure during the first quarter of 2025, as the restrictive monetary policy of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) leads to a consistent decline... 

The organisers of the DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum have confirmed that H.E. Fifi Masuka Saini, the Governor of Lualaba Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will address the event that... 

In a construction landscape where cost pressures are rising, AfriSam’s Amit Dawneerangen is raising a red flag cautioning contractors that cutting corners on material quality may appear cost... 

Leading the way in planetary gear unit innovation, SEW-EURODRIVE is extending its reach across a growing range of industries, delivering the advantages of this powerful technology through locally... 

Automechanika Johannesburg successfully hosted its final CEO Breakfast for 2025 at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, bringing together senior automotive industry leaders for strategic discussions as... 

Energy efficiency is a growing concern in the mining industry, especially in Africa, where power supplies are often limited and intermittent, owing to substandard generation, transmission and... 

With mining companies increasingly opting for on-site renewable-energy installations to ensure reliable power, and improve their environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials, electrical... 

Success in exporting – facilitated in part by a strong relationship with industry association South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) – contributes to South Africa’s economic growth... 

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy’s announcement on August 22 that 11 train operating companies have been allocated rail slots across 41 routes and six corridors marks an important step toward... 

The lubricants industry has often been considered a male-dominated domain. But that is changing. Today, more women are not just participating in this critical sector; they are leading, influencing... 

This Women’s Month, we introduce four women at Talbot helping industrial clients activate the transition to sustainable water, each with a unique voice, purpose and passion for impact. Liane Henman   

With a lofty goal of cutting its carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, minerals and mining technology solutions provider Weir is well ahead of meeting this target since introducing the initiative in... 

Global development institution International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is deploying training within Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE), its... 

Fibre infrastructure company DFA is nearing completion of the first phase of its national network upgrade and future-proofing project, which started in 2023 and has cost more than R800 million to... 

During Women’s Month, RMA celebrates “She Defines”, honouring  exceptional women that are playing an impactful role in the organisation’s purpose to protect workers and champion health and safety... 

Private equity infrastructure fund manager African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM) and diversified investment holding company Motseng Investment Holdings have formed the women-owned...