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Ramaphosa places expanded African trade at heart of re-industrialisation effort
26th June 2019 By: Terence Creamer

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reinforced the importance of intra-African trade and investment to government’s unfolding industrialisation strategy, announcing on Wednesday that South Africa will... 


ANC says ten sectors to be prioritised under ‘re-imagined industrial strategy’
ANC says ten sectors to be prioritised under ‘re-imagined industrial strategy’
4th June 2019 By: Terence Creamer

The African National Congress (ANC) has unveiled what it describes as a “re-imagined industrial strategy” as part of a broader five-year programme of action agreed at the party’s three-day... 


ANC secretary general Ace Magashule & spokesperson Pule Mabe
ANC declares unemployment a national emergency, vows to reduce it by 13% in 5 years
4th June 2019 By: African News Agency

The African National Congress said on Tuesday that it was gearing for a re-imagined industrial strategy to help government deal with high unemployment and inequality in the country.  ANC secretary... 


Another exciting A-OSH EXPO beckons as exhibitors finalise their plans for the 2019 show
Another exciting A-OSH EXPO beckons as exhibitors finalise their plans for the 2019 show
9th May 2019

It’s shaping up to be another bumper edition of the continent’s leading occupational health and safety (OHS) show as this year’s A-OSH EXPO exhibitors finalise their marketing and stand planning.... 


Many companies still procuring unsuitable protective equipment for female mineworkers
19th April 2019 By: Nadine James

The number of women working in the mining sector has increased significantly over the past 17 years, with the numbers growing from 11 400 in 2002 to over 53 100 today, comments female footwear... 


Tribunal approves IDC’s buyout of Celrose, with conditions
15th April 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Competition Tribunal has approved, with conditions, the proposed transaction whereby the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) plans to acquire clothing and footwear manufacturer Celrose of... 


International trade in fake goods surges
12th April 2019 By: Riaan de Lange

You might be well acquainted with ‘fake news’. The buzzword that is. Yes, the two are considered one. It was the 2017 word of the year, no less. But, as to whether we possess the ability to... 


Opinion Piece: The practical problems of working women in working men’s clothing
25th February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

By Vanessa Ronald, Senior Brand Manager at Sisi, BBF Safety Group South Africa is seeing an increase in female workers in industrial environments as the traditional barriers of gender specific... 


Electra Mining Botswana recognised as essential industry trade platform
19th February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Now in its 4th edition, the country’s leading mining, industrial and power generation expo returns in September together with the recently launched A-OSH Expo Botswana. Taking place at the Gaborone... 


ABA’s new factory to bolster black industrialists
23rd January 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Bulelani Magwanishe has described the opening of Africa Bespoke Apparel’s (ABA’s) R81-million factory, in Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal, this week, as a historic moment... 


3D printing surging globally and South Africa is making its mark
3D printing surging globally and South Africa is making its mark
7th December 2018 By: Rebecca Campbell

The global take-off of Additive Manufacturing (AM, popularly called 3D printing), it is now apparent, took place some six years ago. "2012 was a turning point in AM, globally," consultancy Wohlers... 


3D printing surging globally and South Africa is making its mark
3D printing surging globally and South Africa is making its mark
7th December 2018 By: Rebecca Campbell

The global take-off of Additive Manufacturing (AM, popularly called 3D printing), it is now apparent, took place some six years ago. "2012 was a turning point in AM, globally," consultancy Wohlers... 


Chinese investment stimulates local beef industry
15th November 2018

As the first China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai came to an end, attention turns to the South African beef industry, one of the clear winners of increased favourable relations... 


Worldwide, 3D printing is now accelerating rapidly
8th November 2018 By: Rebecca Campbell

The global take-off of additive manufacturing (AM, popularly called 3D printing), it is now apparent, took place some six years ago. "2012 was a turning point in AM, globally," consultancy Wohlers... 


Lemaitre Safety Footwear
6th November 2018

Lemaitre Safety Footwear forms part of BBF Safety Group (PTY) LTD. The largest manufacturer of women's and men's safety footwear in Africa. At Lemaitre, we believe in providing our customers with a... 


Frams Safety Footwear
6th November 2018

Frams is one of South Africa’s original safety footwear brands who manufacture consistent, economical and reliable safety footwear. Everything at Frams is centered around it’s customers, being... 


BBF Safety Group - Sisi
BBF Safety Group - Sisi
6th November 2018

A long understanding of both the local and African markets has enabled Sisi to recognise that there is a serious lack of choice when it comes to women’s safety wear. Extensive research and... 


BBF Safety Group - Bova Safety Wear
6th November 2018

At Bova, we understand that different personnel require DIFFERENT SPECIFICATIONS and LEVELS OF PROTECTION when it comes to safety wear. Our cutting edge, SPECIALISED RANGES of workwear and footwear... 


Zimbabwe’s Agoa eligibility up for review this year
23rd February 2018 By: Terence Creamer

The US government will consider Zimbabwe’s eligibility for the trade benefits it extends under the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) during 2018, the State Department’s acting director for... 


BBF Safety Group Acquires Pinnacle OSH Holdings
10th July 2017

Acquisition supports company’s expansion to compete in the Occupational Safety and Health Services market   BBF Safety Group has announced its acquisition of Pinnacle OSH Holdings, a provider of... 


Incentives must remain crucial part of SA’s industrial policy arsenal
3rd June 2016 By: Duane Newman

I was heartened to hear Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob Davies confirming the importance of investment incentives when he unveiled the latest iteration of government’s Industrial Policy Action... 


KOSH: The New Safety Exhibition Launching In Nairobi
KOSH: The New Safety Exhibition Launching In Nairobi
18th February 2016

Brought to you by the largest exhibition organisers in East Africa is a brand new exhibition for the safety market in Kenya that will run from 8-10 November 2016 at the Visa Oshwal Centre in... 


DROVISION GOGGLES.
Magnet has added personal protective equipment to its product range
Electrical solution provider distributes PPE
2nd October 2015

Electrical solutions consultant Magnet was appointed Southern African distributor for Dromex personal protection equipment (PPE) in April this year. MD Brian Howarth said that Magnet had recognised... 


DTI says flouting of localisation rules is ‘irregular expenditure’
DTI says flouting of localisation rules is ‘irregular expenditure’
12th September 2014 By: Terence Creamer

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) aims to improve the enforcement of localisation by having the Auditor General flag as “irregular expenditure” any flouting of buy-local procurement rules... 


DTI approves R200m grant for textile manufacturing
DTI approves R200m grant for textile manufacturing
24th June 2014 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has approved a R200-million grant fund and a five-year plan for the establishment of a national cluster to "leapfrog" local industry’s competitiveness in... 


3D printing may shape a new manufacturing revolution
18th January 2013 By: Joanne Taylor

Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as three-dimensional (3D) printing, is consumer and industry ready. It is gaining momentum as a viable tool for home use and the manufacturing of parts,... 


3D printing may shape a new manufacturing revolution
18th January 2013 By: Joanne Taylor

Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as three-dimensional (3D) printing, is consumer and industry ready. It is gaining momentum as a viable tool for home use and the manufacturing of parts,... 


Recovery in SA manufacturing continues in November
10th January 2013 By: Idéle Esterhuizen

The recovery in South Africa’s manufacturing production continued in November, with output up 3.4%, compared with the corresponding month in 2011, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) revealed on... 


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