South African Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has affirmed that Africa does not face a choice between decarbonisation and industrialisation. On the contrary, it has to, and... 

Rolls-Royce Power Systems has announced that it has opened a new regional headquarters and training centre in Johannesburg. The new facility will support the growing numbers of the group’s... 

Eskom has confirmed that it has a 5 GW pipeline of so-called ‘repowering’ projects at various stages of development on the sites of six coal power stations, including Komati, which has already... 

After experiencing a transformative year in the 12 months ended March 31, driven by its growth strategy, JSE-listed Vukile Property Fund reported improvements in most of its performance metrics... 

South Africa’s efforts to restore its logistics infrastructure have seen it stabilise the system, but not yet execute a big leap forward. This was the consensus among members of a panel speaking on... 

Donaldson and FHS highlight filtration solutions that extend component life, reduce downtime 

Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busisiwe Mavuso has said she was “astounded” to see news last week of State-owned Transnet's capitulation to unions’ strike threats, eventually agreeing to give... 

Ecuador's mining ministry announced on Monday the launch of a new registry of concessions for the first time in seven years in an effort to attract more mining projects to the South American... 

Zambia is strengthening transparency and accountability to make sure that natural resources improve the lives of all of its citizens. It gives easy visibility to the level of natural resource... 

Multinational logistics company DHL Group is investing over €500-million in the Middle East, with the company seeing significant potential especially in the fast-growing Saudi Arabia and United... 

Martin Creamer talks about Shanghai Platinum Week; gold recovery in Australia and copper mining in Northern Cape. 

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) registered 160 new generation facilities, contributing 2 187 MW and representing an investment value of R41.94-billion, in the fourth quarter... 

Diversified major Rio Tinto will invest C$7.6-million in an industrial demonstration project aimed at assessing the integration of ore sorting technology at its Lac Tio mine, in Havre-Saint-Pierre,... 

The adoption of digital innovations, such as modern equipment or technologies for automation and cloud storage solutions, are becoming more prevalent in the quarrying and mining sector in Africa.... 

Local manufacturers are increasingly adopting smart pneumatics to modernise operations, reduce unplanned downtime and improve energy efficiency, says fluid control systems manufacturer Bürkert.... 

Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important consideration in the design of fluid power systems. In response, the hydraulic tooling systems of manufacturer and distributor of specialised... 

Despite economic headwinds and infrastructure bottlenecks, turnkey crushing and quarrying solutions company Gold Rock Projects is expanding its product offering to the quarrying sector with the... 

Labour shortages and sustainability are the two major trends shaping the future of hydraulics and pneumatics in Africa, says fluid control solutions supplier Danfoss. “The industry is seeing fewer... 

Advanced lubricants are playing an increasingly important role in supporting industrial efficiency and enhancing equipment reliability, lubricant distributor Atlas Oil reports. The South African... 

At Nampo 2025, MTN Business reaffirmed its role as a trusted enabler of digital transformation in South Africa’s agricultural sector and beyond. As a leading information and communication... 

Drone technology, AI and machine learning are setting the development path for blasting in the South African quarrying sector, as they provide futureproof solutions to the traditionally manual... 

Privatisation has redefined African port operations, with major hubs like Tema, in Ghana, Abidjan, in Côte d’Ivoire, Tanger Med, in Morocco, and Lomé, in Togo, transitioning from congested... 

Efficient and reliable conveyor systems are essential for industries that depend on bulk materials handling, and a holistic conveyor system audit can help mining operations maximise efficiency and... 

A new breaker status and communication module (BSCM) Modbus Serial Line (SL)/Universal Logic Plug (ULP) is said to provide enhanced performance, improved connectivity, and simplified integration... 

Daimler Truck and Toyota Motor Corporation have signed an agreement to integrate Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino truck companies on equal footing. Daimler Truck is Fuso’s parent company, and Toyota is... 

Investing in reliable batteries and chargers for industrial equipment is a strategic decision aimed at enhancing productivity, safety, cost-efficiency and environmental responsibility.  When a... 

London- and Australia-listed Resolute Mining has appointed Gavin Harris COO, effective July 1, following the decision by Geoff Montgomery to step down as COO. Resolute notes that Montgomery will... 

More than 700 supply chain managers from across Africa and around the world convened in Cape Town this week for the 47th annual SAPICS Conference, Africa’s leading event for the profession. The... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex product – a standardised microgrid system for many use... 

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has indicated that it is aiming to have the initial phase of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market, also referred to as the SAWEM,... 

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... 

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... 

As South Africa’s transport sector embraces the shift towards cleaner, more affordable fuels, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) continues to emerge as a practical and proven solution for high-usage... 

In today’s fast-paced electrical industry, the phrase “time is money” certainly holds true. Electrical contractors and wholesalers alike seek solutions that streamline installations while ensuring... 

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... 

(GATES-SELF-ASSEMBLY) That’s why hydraulic hose failures are more than just an inconvenience-they lead to unplanned downtime, expensive outsourced replacements, and missed deadlines you simply... 

The World Bank has approved a $1.5-billion loan to support structural reforms aimed at boosting South Africa’s infrastructure. The Washington-based lender said in a statement the operation will... 

Organisations are increasingly focusing on empowering Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) within the industrial automation sector through strategies that drive efficiency, innovation and... 

SEW-EURODRIVE is expanding its support to South Africa’s agricultural sector by leveraging its world class expertise in energy audits for drive systems - helping farmers unlock cost savings and... 

JSE-listed chemicals manufacturing company Omnia has achieved a 3% year-on-year increase in revenue to R22.81-billion for the financial year ended March 31, while its operating profit was flat at... 

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... 

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric When we think about ‘healthy buildings’, healthcare facilities need to be to the healthiest of them all. Today, hospital operators...