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Enel Green Power invests in the youth to facilitate their career growth in the green energy sector
Updated 5 hours ago

As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, Enel Green Power celebrates its commitment to developing young leaders who play a vital role in the nation’s just energy transition. This Youth Month, Enel... 


Unitrans walks away with Rio Tinto safety RockStar award for its exemplary contributions to RBM
Updated 5 hours ago

Exemplifying its commitment to safety as it helps businesses grow, Unitrans has won the coveted Most Outstanding Contractor Partner Safety Award at the Rio Tinto RockStars of the Year Safety Awards... 


MetPac-SA CEO Dr Kishan Singh
PRO Alliance restructured into five strategic pillars
Updated 5 hours ago By: Darren Parker

The Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) Alliance – of which metal packaging PRO MetPac-SA is an active member – has been restructured into five strategic pillars: waste picker integration;... 


Caren Sutherns
Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce welcomes new president
Updated 5 hours ago By: Sabrina Jardim

The Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce (JCCI) has appointed Caren Sutherns as its new president, following a successful AGM held on June 25. Sutherns takes over the leadership from Connie Mashaba,... 


Liquid board carton, PET plastic recycling in South Africa rising – Petco
Updated 5 hours ago By: Schalk Burger

Producer responsibility organisation Petco said its member companies have met the legislated targets for 99% of the tonnage of identified products placed on the market by members in 2024. The... 


Youth NEET dilemma exacerbated by failing CET colleges
Youth NEET dilemma exacerbated by failing CET colleges
30th June 2025

It is a concern that community education and training (CET) colleges are still failing to attract learners. This while more than 3-million South Africans between the ages of 15 and 24 are not in... 


BLSA CEO Busisiwe Mavuso
GNU has made decent progress, but political instability now threatens economy
30th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

While the Government of National Unity (GNU) has made headway in several key areas, Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busisiwe Mavuso has voiced concern over the lack of progress on improving... 


African penguin
DFFE will soon publish second draft of ship-to-ship regulations for public comment
30th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George has issued a government notice to publish the second draft of regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-to-Ship... 


Australia considers gas reservation for east coast in sweeping review of market rules
Australia considers gas reservation for east coast in sweeping review of market rules
30th June 2025 By: Reuters

The Australian government said on Monday it will consider creating a gas reservation on the country's east coast as part of a sweeping review of market rules to prevent supply shortages. The... 


UK trade envoy for Southern Africa Calvin Bailey, MP.
UK committed to fresh value-adding mining approach, says Southern African envoy
27th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The UK government is promising Africa a fresh in-Africa value-adding approach to the mining and minerals development it will be going all out to partner and promote. This promise was spelt out... 


Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George
DFFE obligated to ‘do more with less’ under latest budget
27th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George has outlined how his department plans to spend its R9-billion allocation over the medium term expenditure framework between 2025 and... 


Hand lifting up gemstone
Report outlines six macro trends shaping African mining operational excellence
27th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Africa’s mining sector is entering a new period of disruption where risk has become a defining force shaping strategy, investment and operational performance, says consultancy dss+ in a newly... 


 	An image of an excavator in the middle of invasive species
Reserve clears invasive species, aids biomass production
27th June 2025 By: Nadine James

Black wattle trees, an invasive species, outcompete native plant species, thereby reducing biodiversity and significantly impacting on water resources, which is why Eastern-Cape-based wildlife... 


head and shoulder shot of Vishaal Lutchman
New CEO confronts sector skills exodus with youth strategy
27th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

South African engineering consulting firm GIBB Engineering’s newly appointed CEO, Vishaal Lutchman, is tackling one of the country’s most pressing challenges – the brain drain of skilled engineers... 


An image of a factory worker with an industrial hose
Training facility enhances education efforts
27th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Aligned with its goal of equipping employees with skills needed to progress and adapt to changing technologies, specialised hose and couplings supplier Jachris Hose & Couplings is developing a... 


In the post?
27th June 2025 By: Riaan de Lange

Before we get to the crux of this week’s column, there is a small challenge for you to overcome: a riddle that holds the key to the column, as it were. Here goes: “I start with the letter ‘E’, and... 


Schneider Electric launches first Innovation Hub in Africa
Schneider Electric launches first Innovation Hub in Africa
27th June 2025

Global leader in energy management and automation and recognised sustainability leader Schneider Electric has unveiled its first registered Innovation Hub in Africa – a milestone development that... 


Image of malachite from the Haib copper project
Haib copper project, Namibia – update
27th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Copper exploration and development company Koryx Copper has reported that the metallurgical testwork programme has shown encouraging preliminary results. 


Image of antimony
Hillgrove antimony/gold mine, Australia – update
27th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Australian resources company Larvotto Resources has secured key regulatory support for the proposed extension of mining operations. 


Aerial view of Qala Shallows
Witwatersrand Basin Project – Qala Shallows, South Africa – update
27th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Precious and base metals explorer, developer and producer West Wits Mining is moving quickly to execute the development of the Qala Shallows gold project. 


Panel stresses importance of diversified supply chains
26th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

This is a pivotal moment in Africa’s journey, with the continent brimming with opportunity but also challenges. “By 2050, the African population will reach 2.6-billion, so how can we ensure that... 


Isibeno mine
Thungela maintains strong balance sheet despite softer coal prices
26th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Ahead of releasing its interim results on August 18, JSE-listed coal miner Thungela Resources says the recent softer coal price environment has demonstrated the importance of operating a cost... 


An image of the panellists
Collaboration, digitisation, leadership key to enhancing health and safety initiatives
26th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Workplace-related injuries continue to remain a challenge in South Africa, but collaboration, digitisation and hands-on leadership can play an important role in promoting a culture of safety. This... 


The Telkom Foundation celebrates over 100 graduates from its Mpumalanga Coding & Robotics Programme
26th June 2025

Today the Telkom Foundation celebrated the successful completion by 115 Mpumalanga learners of its Coding & Robotics Programme at an event at the Ermelo Inn. Introduced into two Mpumalanga schools... 


Epson Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Epson Brand
Epson Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Epson Brand
26th June 2025

Leveraging the spirit of "Creativity and Challenge" and "Integrity and Effort" to build a trusted brand Epson today marks the 50th anniversary of the Epson brand. Since its inception in 1975, Epson... 


Harmony Gold CEO Beyers Nel
Gold mining in emerging markets has enabled Harmony’s expansion in Australian copper
26th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

The good momentum at Harmony Gold Mining Company’s South African and Papua‑New Guinean operations has enabled the company to replace ounces and grow the company. Even with the funding of the... 


Coenraad Bezuidenhout
Opinion: Tech can make sustainability reporting for South African consumer goods companies what it needs to be
26th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In this article, management consultant Coenraad Bezuidenhout writes that digital sustainability measuring and reporting technologies can help South African consumer goods companies achieve... 


Machine vision, now in 4D
Machine vision, now in 4D
26th June 2025

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric What is machine vision? By definition, it allows automated systems to “see” the real world; an ocular implant for... 


STRENGTH PIC 01 : Lindie Fourie, Operations Manager at the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI).
Collective strength: How the BCCEI is building South Africa’s future
26th June 2025

In an industry where clarity, compliance and continuity are essential, the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) has emerged as an indispensable pillar of strength. As a... 


Speakers mull geopolitical considerations for mining industry
25th June 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The second day of the London Indaba kicked off with an opening keynote session delivered by British diplomat Lord Mark Sedwill, during which he pondered some broad considerations for the mining... 


The deeming provision explained - a guide for South African businesses
The deeming provision explained - a guide for South African businesses
25th June 2025

By: Lucinda Alfonica - Commercial Manager and Donne Nieman, Sales Director at Workforce Staffing The South African labour market shifts constantly. To help businesses roll with the punches,... 


Minerals Council pays respects to Barry Davison
25th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Minerals Council South Africa has extended its condolences to the family and friends of Barry Davison, its former president and a key figure in South Africa’s mining history. “We extend our... 


The Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa AWSISA Africa & Global South Water and Sanitation Dialogue 2025
25th June 2025

The AWSISA Africa and Global South Water and Sanitation Dialogue 2025 is set to bring together more than 1,500 delegates from across Africa and beyond for a three-day event at Emperors Palace,... 


Clearing a mutually beneficial pathway to unlock the U.S. - Africa opportunity
25th June 2025

By: Derick De Zilva - Chief Executive, Standard New York Whether it’s a family occasion, a sporting event, or a major business opportunity, there is no substitute for being there. 


PMI Sub-Saharan Africa leads delegation to China to explore project delivery at scale
PMI Sub-Saharan Africa leads delegation to China to explore project delivery at scale
25th June 2025

Project Management Institute (PMI) Sub-Saharan Africa is leading a delegation of African government officials and corporate executives on a strategic visit to China, one of the world’s most... 


Building a future for South Africa’s next generation of farmers
25th June 2025

By: Louis Strydom - Sales & Marketing Director from Omnia Agriculture explores how collaborative action can unlock growth opportunities for young farmers The future of agriculture relies heavily on... 


Predictive plans 250 000 oz/y West African gold mine
Predictive plans 250 000 oz/y West African gold mine
25th June 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Gold developer Predictive Discovery is set to build one of the "largest gold mines in West Africa in a generation" following the completion of a definitive feasibility study (DFS) for its flagship... 


Busa president Mxolisi Mgojo
B20 task force chairs share policy, actionable recommendations made so far
24th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

To encourage transparency and spotlight the voices leading the B20 South Africa 2025 agenda, Business Unity South Africa (Busa) president Mxolisi Mgojo and Busa CEO and B20 adviser Cas Coovadia on... 


Mining Indaba 2026 to highlight importance of partnerships
24th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

With its vast mineral reserves, Africa possesses the resources to power the next phase of development for the continent and the world. Given robust debate around which minerals will be most... 


A vehicle assembly plant
South African auto firms, bracing for tariffs, face wage talks test
24th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

A potential deadlock over pay increases for South Africa’s automotive sector workers risks shutting down an industry that accounts for more than a fifth of the nation’s manufacturing output,... 


A gold nugget on dollar banknotes
Central banks eye gold, euro and yuan as dollar dominance wanes
24th June 2025 By: Reuters

The custodians of trillions of dollars of global central bank reserves are eyeing a move away from the greenback into gold, the euro and China's yuan as the splintering of world trade and... 


Goal to connect half of people without energy access in Africa by 2030 can unlock $500bn in gains by 2040 – BCG
23rd June 2025 By: Schalk Burger

African leaders and international partners have set an ambitious goal to connect 300-million out of the 600-million people that still lack access to electricity in Africa, by 2030, which could... 


West Wits CEO Rudi Deysel
With funding in place, West Wits gets going on Qala Shallows development
23rd June 2025 By: Darren Parker

With funding now in place through the finalisation of its recently announced $14-million placement, ASX-listed West Wits Mining is moving quickly to execute the development of the Qala Shallows... 


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