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Mintek CEO Dr Molefi Motuku
NRF and Mintek to jointly deliver Mintek-SCi 2025 next month
9th September 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa’s national research funding, facilities and human capital development agency, the National Research Foundation (NRF), and the country’s national minerals research institution, Mintek,... 


Techs4Biz - Pervidi Unveils AI-Powered Paperless Inspections for Smarter and Safer Mining
Techs4Biz - Pervidi Unveils AI-Powered Paperless Inspections for Smarter and Safer Mining
9th September 2025

The mining industry is at a pivotal moment where the balance of safety, compliance and operational efficiency determines long-term success. At the International Mining and Resources Conference... 


Women Driving Performance in Material Handling Industry
Women Driving Performance in Material Handling Industry
9th September 2025

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... 


Celebrating Arbor Month: Sappi’s commitment to indigenous forests
Celebrating Arbor Month: Sappi’s commitment to indigenous forests
9th September 2025

At Sappi, our commitment to forest conservation extends far beyond Arbor Month. While September shines a spotlight on South Africa’s rich natural heritage, it also reminds us of our ongoing... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa calls for collective BRICS response to ‘seismic shifts’ in global trade
8th September 2025 By: Terence Creamer

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the increasingly protectionist environment arising from unilateral tariff actions pose great dangers for countries such as South Africa, and has called for BRICS... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
'Global trade must work for all of us', Ramaphosa tells BRICS meeting
8th September 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Speaking to his BRICS counterparts on Monday, President Cyril Ramaphosa noted persisting trade imbalances, where developing economies remain locked in the lower end of global value chains, and he... 


Marine engineering and ship repair specialist Dormac goes live on Infor CloudSuite Industrial Enterprise, enhancing operational excellence with iOCO’s expertise.
Marine engineering and ship repair specialist Dormac goes live on Infor CloudSuite Industrial Enterprise, enhancing operational excellence with iOCO’s expertise.
8th September 2025

iOCO, Africa’s leading integrated technology services company, and Infor®, the industry cloud company, have announced that Dormac, a subsidiary of Southey Holdings, has successfully gone live on... 


Survey poles demarcate the road servitude at the Karreebosch Wind Farm facility, reinforcing Concor’s commitment to sustainable development and environmental stewardship
concor nurtures karoo biodiversity at karreebosch wind farm project
8th September 2025

Mitigating the environmental impacts of construction work needs careful planning and meticulous execution, especially in areas like the Karoo - where vegetation can be more sensitive to disruption... 


Anton Lourens, CEO of Booyco Electronics
Operational readiness is key to PDS implementation on mines
8th September 2025

Level 9 vehicle intervention for collision avoidance has been mandatory on South African mines since 2022, yet the effective roll-out of proximity detection systems (PDS) remains slower than... 


Arrow shifts into capital preservation mode as Guinea uncertainty drags on
Arrow shifts into capital preservation mode as Guinea uncertainty drags on
8th September 2025 By: Reuters

Australia-listed Arrow Minerals has suspended all project-based activities and cut corporate costs as uncertainty over the status of its exploration permits in Guinea continues to weigh on the... 


Eskom chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati
Eskom identifies role for itself in future electricity ecosystem
8th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned power utility Eskom has identified a set of roles it could and should operate in to support the transition of the electricity environment to include more sustainably-generated... 


Resolute MD and CEO Chris Eger
Doropo mineral resource estimate increased by about 1 Moz – Resolute
8th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Since acquiring the Doropo gold project, in northern Côte d’Ivoire in the second quarter of this year, ASX- and London-listed Resolute Mining has been updating the existing definitive feasibility... 


Time to burn rubber on tyre recycling
8th September 2025

Vast tailings dams, giant-tyre burial grounds and leaky water stewardship will all be regulated out of mining’s future. Tyre Stewardship Australia’s Lina Goodman thinks one part of that future... 


Finestar rough diamond cutting and polishing facility in Gauteng
Indian diamond polisher Finestar opens large-scale facility in Gauteng
8th September 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Indian rough diamond cutting and polishing company Finestar has expanded its operational footprint in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), unveiling its latest facility in the Gauteng... 


Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George
Minister George expects delivery on more climate commitments in Africa during summit
8th September 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George has confirmed he will attend the second Africa Climate Summit that will be hosted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from September 8 to 10.... 


Pan African Resources CEO Cobus Loots
Pan African Resources to move shares from Aim to LSE main market
8th September 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

South Africa-focused gold miner Pan African Resources has informed shareholders that it will apply for its ordinary shares to be admitted to trading on the LSE’s main market for listed securities,... 


Malben Engineering: driving continuous improvement, safety and corrosion protection with state-of-the-art e-coating capability
Malben Engineering: driving continuous improvement, safety and corrosion protection with state-of-the-art e-coating capability
8th September 2025

“It is a privilege to work in the automotive industry, with its constant drive to improve! Safety is an important cornerstone, and corrosion protection is part of this. Our success is built around... 


Protecting Nature’s Clean-Up Crew Critical for All Species
8th September 2025

The protection of vultures is critical for the role they play in our environment, as well as the irreplaceable ecosystem services they provide for all species.  Without vultures, Africa faces a... 


Boab extends option to secure full ownership of Sorby Hills
8th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

ASX-listed Boab Metals has extended its option agreement with Henan Yuguang (Australia) to acquire the latter’s 25% stake in the Sorby Hills lead/silver/zinc project, in Western Australia. The... 


African Rainbow Minerals Executive Chairperson Dr Patrice Motsepe.
ARM highlights need for South Africans to work together to make country better place
5th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The need for South Africa to attract investment as a globally competitive investment destination was highlighted on Friday by Dr Patrice Motsepe, the executive chairperson of African Rainbow... 


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Local transformers supplied to Mozambique
5th September 2025

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... 


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Mashatile addresses Nedlac summit, proposing National Dialogue will be crucial in addressing country’s challenges
5th September 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Deputy President Paul Mashatile said on Friday that although the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) has played a central role in shaping policies to improve the socioeconomic... 


Joburg to rehabilitate Kya Sands landfill site
5th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, through its Waste Management and Regulation Unit, will rehabilitate the decommissioned Kya Sands landfill site.... 


To meet increasingly stringent health and safety standards, Dezzi Equipment has partnered with Booyco Engineering to equip its machines with customised HVAC systems
Dezzi and Booyco Engineering tackle heat and dust head-on
5th September 2025

As health and safety standards in mining and related industries become increasingly stringent, heavy equipment manufacturer Dezzi Equipment is ensuring compliance by equipping its machines with... 


Datacentrix earns top spot as South Africa’s preferred IT service provider
Datacentrix earns top spot as South Africa’s preferred IT service provider
5th September 2025

 Datacentrix is proud to announce that it has been named as South Africa’s preferred IT service provider, outperforming competitors in the latest Analytico Business Technology Survey. This... 


The E-Waste EPR: More Than a White Elephant, It’s Our Economic and Environmental Future
The E-Waste EPR: More Than a White Elephant, It’s Our Economic and Environmental Future
5th September 2025

By: Ashley du Plooy, CEO, ERA  For decades, South Africa has grappled with a mounting challenge: an ever-growing mountain of electronic waste. While other nations have long had established systems... 


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How to select and implement the correct fall protection system
5th September 2025

Falls are among the most common causes of serious work-related injuries and death. Employers have a responsibility and legal obligation to ensure that they mitigate these risks by supplying their... 


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Acoustic camera tech boosts refinery safety
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Provider of non-destructive testing equipment, accessories and consumables GammaTec has partnered with global acoustic technology company Sorama to drive innovation in refinery safety with its... 


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Solar trade bolsters supply, promotes cost-efficiency
5th September 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The growing trade of solar power by independent power producers (IPPs) is playing a pivotal role in South Africa’s rapidly deregulating electricity market. By diversifying the energy mix and... 


DHL, Unilever and Volvo in pilot study to test superlink electric truck
5th September 2025 By: Irma Venter

DHL Supply Chain has launched an electric vehicle (EV) pilot project in collaboration with Unilever and Volvo Trucks South Africa. The initiative involves deploying a fully electric Volvo FMX 6 x 4... 


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Arrowsmith North silica sand project, Australia – update
5th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

VRX Silica has shifted its focus to finalising infrastructure solutions, binding offtake agreements and project finance, confirming its goal of first production next year. 


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Kayelekera uranium restart project, Malawi – update
5th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Lotus Resources announced on September 1 that it had produced the first batch of uranium. 


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Notable progress in engineering, but women still underrepresented in leadership roles
5th September 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

South African women in engineering and industry can become “more-than-competent” drivers of change and development, solidifying their positions within traditionally male-dominated environments,... 


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Parly Saps committee denies Shadrack Sibiya will appear next week, as it finalises witness list  
4th September 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations of corruption, political interference and malfeasance in the South African Police Service (Saps) clarified on Thursday that no final decision... 


Lower inflation to benefit economy more slowly in face of steep administered prices – Absa CIB
4th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Lower inflation would help to reduce inflation expectations and inflation over the long term and, ultimately, lead to lower interest rates, which would benefit consumers by lowering debt-servicing... 


Aussie juniors hail Côte d’Ivoire as 'premier' West African jurisdiction
4th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Côte d’Ivoire’s emergence as West Africa’s premier gold investment destination took centre stage on day two of the Africa Down Under conference in Perth, with several Australian companies... 


Reduce Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM) at the Source with Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF)
Reduce Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM) at the Source with Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF)
4th September 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Diesel engine emissions are a major health and environmental concern. At HJS Emission Technology SA, we help companies reduce Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM) directly at the... 


Mihle Mnweba
South Africa’s Energy Challenge: The World Energy Issues Monitor Unplugged
4th September 2025

By: Mihle Mnweba - Government Relations and Policy Associate at the Energy Council of South Africa The World Energy Council (WEC) is a global energy think tank that connects leaders, industries,... 


Seifsa-Sponsored metals innovation hub honours successful SMEs
Seifsa-Sponsored metals innovation hub honours successful SMEs
4th September 2025

Emerging SMEs were celebrated at the Metals Innovation Hub Exhibition and Certification ceremony on August 27 at the SEIFSA Training Centre in Actonville. The event celebrated the first 15... 


Zimile unveils new brand identity, establishing innovation and energy business units
Zimile unveils new brand identity, establishing innovation and energy business units
4th September 2025

As part of its rebranding, multi-disciplinary consulting engineering and built environment firm Zimile has introduced two new business units – Innovation and Energy – that are central to the... 


Empowering the South African dream: unlocking the potential of SA Inc through affordable electricity
Empowering the South African dream: unlocking the potential of SA Inc through affordable electricity
4th September 2025

In this opinion article, Professor Vally Padayachee argues that a South African Incorporated (SA Inc.) perspective holds tremendous potential for shaping the future of South Africa, by providing a... 


Philippines targets fairer share from mining with new tax law
4th September 2025 By: Reuters

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr signed into law on Thursday a measure overhauling the country's mining tax system to ensure a more equitable share of revenues for the government and... 


Business confidence insufficient to accelerate investment for meaningful economic growth – index
3rd September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)/Bureau for Economic Research (BER) Business Confidence Index (BCI) again declined, by one point, to 39 for the third quarter. This follows a five-point decline in the... 


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