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Lotus reveals accelerated restart plan for Kayelekera uranium project
8th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

ASX- and OTCQX-listed Lotus Resources has announced an accelerated restart plan for its Kayelekera project, in Malawi, following the completion of front-end engineering design (FEED). Lotus said it... 


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Applications open for 2024 NextGen Space Challenge
8th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Innovate UK Global Alliance Africa has officially announced the launch of the 2024 NextGen Space Challenge, a key initiative under the UK-Africa Space Technology for Sustainability Global... 


Sandro Scherf, CEO of Pilot Crushtec
Stage V powered TwisterTrac unlocks new export markets for Pilot Crushtec
8th October 2024

Pilot Crushtec International is introducing its new generation TwisterTrac mobile vertical shaft impact (VSI) crusher powered by a Stage V diesel engine. The move to a motor that complies with EU... 


Marathon copper/palladium mine gets govt backing
8th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Toronto-listed project developer Generation Mining has been awarded C$771000 from the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) for the Marathon copper/palladium project, in Ontario. The CMIF... 


Eskom Holdings chair Mteto Nyati, NTCSA chair Priscillah Mabelane and Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa joins hand in front of a new ceremonial statue displaying a handshake, unveiled during the official launch of NTCSA on October 7
Ramokgopa convinced ‘sweet spot’ will be found to unlock Independent Power Transmission projects
7th October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has expressed confidence that government and the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) are close to finding the “sweet spot”... 


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Ivanhoe achieves strong second quarter, but full-year guidance downgraded on power supply impacts
7th October 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

TSX-listed Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula copper complex, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), produced a record 116 313 t of copper in concentrate during the third quarter, while the... 


BMW staff celebrates the start of PHEV X3 production
BMW Group South Africa starts production of the new plug-in X3
7th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

BMW Group South Africa’s (BMW SA’s) Rosslyn plant, in Tshwane, has started production of the fourth-generation BMW X3, following a R4.2-billion investment. It is the only facility in the BMW global... 


Hedge fund Elliott loses appeal against dismissal of LME nickel lawsuit
Hedge fund Elliott loses appeal against dismissal of LME nickel lawsuit
7th October 2024 By: Reuters

Hedge fund Elliott Associates on Monday lost an appeal against the dismissal of its lawsuit against the London Metal Exchange over billions of dollars of cancelled nickel trades, which judges said... 


DG Capital African Green Alpha director Shaun Nel 
Opinion: Treasury dismissing vital climate financing incentives as EU carbon sanctions come closer
4th October 2024

In this article, DG Capital African Green Alpha director Shaun Nel takes a critical look at how and why renewables tax incentives need to be better leveraged in the Just Energy Transition (JET) and... 


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Technology adoption needs to come from the top – panel
4th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Leadership must foster a culture of innovation across all levels of the workforce and clearly communicate the strategic rationale for the successful adoption of modern mining technologies, enabling... 


Exxaro CEO Dr Nombasa Tsengwa
Miners worry about South Africa’s lagging transition, looming electricity cost increases
4th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa is far behind in its work to transition to a carbon-neutral energy system by 2050, and the significant proposed electricity tariff increases being sought by State-owned Eskom could... 


Eskom Power Station
South Africa fires up diesel turbines to keep power cuts at bay
4th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

Eskom has been using diesel-fuelled auxiliary turbines extensively to stave off power cuts in South Africa following delays in restoring some generation capacity. The utility fired up the units... 


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Technology targets customer interaction
4th October 2024

A business Chat application programming interface (API) that is designed to build connections between customers and organisations aims to enable seamless interactions with quick responses. Two... 


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Next-generation four-stroke rammers launched
4th October 2024

Two new four-stroke rammers, known for improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and lower operating costs, have been launched to the South African market. The new models are said to represent a... 


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Pace of energy transition cause for concern
4th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Despite consensus among South African businesses, including integrated energy and chemical company Sasol, on the necessity of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the debate regarding the pace of... 


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South African electricity sector’s migration to multimarket structure under way
4th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's energy market was liberalising and evolving, with State efforts to establish a stable and effective framework and moving at pace on energy transition matters, along with... 


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South African electricity sector’s migration to multimarket structure under way
4th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's energy market was liberalising and evolving, with State efforts to establish a stable and effective framework and moving at pace on energy transition matters, along with... 


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Kathleen Valley lithium/tantalum project, Australia – update
4th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Liontown Resources has successfully loaded and dispatched its inaugural shipment of spodumene concentrate.  


Image of drill rig at Nyanza Light Metals' titanium benefociation complex
Titanium beneficiation complex, South Africa – update
4th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Site clearance and preparation on the project has started. 


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Mix(ed) messages
4th October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

It’s time for South Africa to interrogate its policy of pursuing a so-called ‘energy mix’, which may sound reasonable, but which has become little more than a convenient fig leaf for policy... 


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Choosing the right abrasives for different substrates with Grinding Techniques
3rd October 2024

Abrasives, primarily categorised as either bonded or coated, are materials used to wear away or polish surfaces through friction. Bonded abrasives include cutting and grinding discs manufactured... 


ED Platform’s Socially Responsible Green Electrons concept ensures that energy development is intrinsically linked to core socio-economic development and progress in Africa.
Tapping into Africa’s new energy frontier: Socially responsible green electrons
3rd October 2024

Access to affordable and reliable energy across Africa is a crucial driver of economic and social development. Without it, agricultural productivity, food security and industrial development are... 


Discovery CEO Adrian Gore
South African CEOs see ‘green shoots’ as economic mood improves
2nd October 2024 By: Bloomberg

Sentiment about South Africa has improved since the formation of a coalition government but the nation needs to be cautious about complacency, according to chief executive officers at two of the... 


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Decarbonisation key to achieving operational excellence in mining, metals – report
2nd October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Decarbonisation is key to achieving operational excellence for metals and mining companies, professional services firm KPMG’s latest ‘Metals and Mining Outlook’ has revealed. The report, published... 


Deputy President Paul Mashatile
South Africa’s reforms in spotlight as nation woos investors
2nd October 2024 By: Bloomberg

South Africa will need to expedite reforms that can boost economic growth to sustain investor inflows that have flooded in since the formation of a coalition government, according to the world’s... 


RMB facilitates landmark fibre infrastructure acquisition
2nd October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Open-access fibre network operator Octotel’s acquisition by a consortium has closed under accelerated timelines, says RMB, which acted as the sole mandated lead arranger to fund the acquisition.... 


Wind turbines
Community engagement key for renewable-energy projects
2nd October 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Consulting and involving the communities living at and around renewable-energy projects is essential, agreed the participants in a panel discussion on the first day of the Windaba 2024 conference,... 


Reducing Emissions in Power Generators: The HJS Solution
1st October 2024

In South Africa, where the demand for back-up power and power generation is growing, addressing the environmental impact of diesel engines on generators is crucial. Diesel generators, known for... 


Powerlines
Nersa committee recommends licensing of four more traders, batting away Eskom objections
1st October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The electricity subcommittee of the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has recommended the approval of four more electricity trading licences, dismissing the objections raised by... 


Announcing the Manufacturing Indaba Top 50
Announcing the Manufacturing Indaba Top 50
1st October 2024

Celebrating Africa’s Leading CEOs in Manufacturing Johannesburg, South Africa: 1 October 2024 - The Manufacturing Indaba 2024 is proud to introduce the Manufacturing Indaba Top 50, a prestigious... 


Lesotho Highlands Water Project tunnel set for six-month closure
30th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) tunnel is set to be closed on Tuesday for a period of six months for critical maintenance. The closure of the LHWP tunnel will affect the Phase I Water... 


One of PPC's South African manufacturing plants
PPC reports continued decline in revenue from March to July
30th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed cement company PPC has reported a 2.1% decline in revenue for the four months ended July 31, compared with the same period last year. The decline follows PPC’s recent efforts to... 


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Telecommunications 2024: SA's telecoms landscape expanding and evolving
28th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa’s telecommunications landscape continues to expand and evolve rapidly, forming a critical part of the economy and connecting an increasingly diverse population and businesses. As the... 


PROTEC and GE Vernova Celebrate Inaugural Next Engineers: Engineering Academy class
PROTEC and GE Vernova Celebrate Inaugural Next Engineers: Engineering Academy class
27th September 2024

37 learners graduate from program designed to inspire the next generation of engineers Next Engineers, a global college-and career-readiness programme working to increase the diversity of young... 


Jonathan Jansen
Breaking Bread – Jonathan Jansen
27th September 2024

Professor. Pundit. Public nuisance. In his columns, books and on social media, Jonathan Jansen is prolific, and he likes to speak his mind about schools and universities, race, politics and our... 


The above image depicts the 275 W solar panels designed by Ener-G-Africa
New local hub to produce advanced solar panels for African market
27th September 2024

Manufacturing energy company Ener-G-Africa (EGA) has significantly expanded its operations by relocating to a new, larger manufacturing hub in Paarl, in the Western Cape, as it launches larger... 


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Internship programme to advance wind industry
27th September 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Technical and environmental engineering advisory firm Harmattan Renewables is continuing its participation in the Wind Industry Internship Programme, so that student employees in the sector can... 


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Company improves wind generation, enhances sector
27th September 2024

Leading green energy company G7 Renewable Energies is making headway in advancing South Africa’s transition to a green economy with various wind energy projects in progress for the purpose of... 


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Coal to remain relevant for decades
27th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Coal will continue to be relevant for decades to come, owing to its continued use in developing countries in Asia and Africa, says coal producer and exporter Thungela CEO July Ndlovu. Ndlovu is... 


An image of SAWEA's Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm
Wind power increasingly important to South African economy
27th September 2024

South Africa’s ambitious Integrated Resource Plan serves as a “comprehensive roadmap” for meeting the country’s projected electricity demand, balancing financial considerations with climate change... 


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Big Lesotho-SA tunnel maintenance vital for water scheme’s integrity
27th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

A major water-transfer tunnel supplying Gauteng’s water and half of Lesotho’s electricity will be closed for six months for critical planned maintenance starting on October 1. The maintenance... 


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Wind energy investment to be increased for future grid stability
27th September 2024

South Africa recorded a landmark 160 days with no loadshedding, the longest period in over four years. However, maintaining future grid stability will require a doubling down on wind investment as... 


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Delba Electrical is rich in heritage
27th September 2024

Electrical rotating machines repairer Delba Electrical Company was founded in 1963 and is at the forefront of the repair and maintenance of electrical rotating machines, earning the reputation as... 


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