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Engineering a Sustainable Future: How Civil Innovation Can Drive the UN’s Global Goals
21st August 2025

By: Dr Ana Evangelista My commitment to sustainability in construction began in 2004, long before the term became a global priority. It started with a simple but urgent concern; the depletion of... 


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Seriti Resources, Nafasi Water to deliver water treatment solutions at Arnot Closed Colliery
20th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Seriti Resources and Nafasi Water Technologies have launched a project to finance, build and operate a water treatment project at the Arnot Closed Colliery near Middelburg, Mpumalanga. The project,... 


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Stellenbosch University opens cutting-edge medical training facility
20th August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Stellenbosch University (SU) has officially opened the most advanced and largest teaching centre in Africa for medical morphology. The Medical Morphology Learning Centre (MMLC) is a... 


Agriculture lessons to be learnt from Clarkson’s Farm
20th August 2025

By: Kobus van Zyl - Senior Agriculturalist at Omnia Agriculture Jeremy Clarkson has enjoyed a life of pushing boundaries, albeit behind the wheel of a fast car instead of an oversized farm vehicle... 


Supporting Africa’s Agricultural Transformation
Supporting Africa’s Agricultural Transformation
20th August 2025

Leon Kotze - Head of Agribusiness at Business & Commercial Banking, Africa Regions & Offshore Agriculture is undeniably the world’s most important industry. For Africa, it’s the bedrock of economic... 


Rand Currency
South African rand subdued before domestic inflation data
20th August 2025 By: Reuters

The South African rand eased in muted early trade on Wednesday, before the release of local inflation data which will influence the central bank's thinking at its rate-setting meeting next month.... 


Women are breaking new ground in the mining industry
Women are breaking new ground in the mining industry
19th August 2025

In an industry historically dominated by men, the mining sector is undergoing a steady transformation, driven by the inclusion, empowerment and the advancement of women. At the forefront of this... 


WWF SA calls for responsible, sustainable mining to be top of G20 agenda
18th August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Local environmental and conservation organisation the World Wide Fund for Nature South Africa (WWF SA) says the issue of the sustainable development of a transition minerals industry should be on... 


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DWS, Awsisa ink landmark agreement to advance water security, sanitation
18th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa (Awsisa) have signed an agreement to mark the start of a collaborative effort... 


The Makhado pit
MC Mining starts openpit mining at Makhado
15th August 2025 By: Darren Parker

Australia- and Johannesburg-listed MC Mining has started openpit mining at its flagship Makhado steelmaking hard coking coal project, in Limpopo. An associated coal handling and preparation plant... 


Water in a glass
Zambia assures public water is safe after mine-pollution spill
15th August 2025 By: Bloomberg

The Zambian government sought to calm public concerns about pollution levels after a study found that the damage done by a disaster at a Chinese state-owned copper mine in February was much larger... 


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Western Cape government plans to build two new hospitals, redevelop one
15th August 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness (DHW) plans to complete three hospital projects by 2033. The Klipfontein and Belhar regional hospitals are both planned as new facilities that... 


Bank note
South African rand lifted by gold, focus on inflation data next week
15th August 2025 By: Reuters

South Africa's rand firmed against a weaker dollar on Friday, helped by higher gold prices as worries over the United States' fiscal health sent investors into the safe-haven asset. At 0807 GMT,... 


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Plastic pollution treaty stalled as Geneva talks end without deal
15th August 2025 By: Reuters

Delegates discussing the world's first legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution failed to reach consensus, diplomats said on Friday, voicing disappointment and even rage that the 10-day... 


Southern African Institute of Steel Construction CEO Amanuel Gebremeskel discusses key treads in the steel construction industry
Broader steel sector can withstand individual setbacks
15th August 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While steel company ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) is facing ongoing challenges, the downstream steel industry continues to function, and it is anticipated that it will continue to thrive, says... 


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Explosives supplier embeds presence on continent
15th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

With technology and innovation being at the “heart” of mining processes, bulk mining explosives and blasting technology supplier BME Australia GM Michael Wiseman says it is an imperative in... 


Crisis of concentration
15th August 2025 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

South Africa has the dubious distinction of being the world’s most unequal country, with a Gini co-efficient – a measure of inequality based on per capita consumption – of 0.63. The broader... 


R2bn-plus inner-city development for the City of Cape Town
15th August 2025 By: Irma Venter

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers have unveiled the Founders Garden inner-city, mixed-use, affordable housing development in the Cape Town... 


Redisa calls for new waste tyre management plan
14th August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Waste tyre recycling organisation the Recycling and Economic Development Initiative of South Africa (Redisa) has written to members of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Forestry, Fisheries... 


Celebrating Africa’s Best: Winners of the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards Announced
Celebrating Africa’s Best: Winners of the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards Announced
14th August 2025

The winners of the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards (ASCEA) have been announced, shining a spotlight on the most transformative, resilient and forward-thinking supply chain projects... 


Agriculture outperforms rest of economy over 20 years despite margins being squeezed
14th August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The agricultural sector in South Africa outperformed the rest of the economy significantly over the past 20 years, despite input costs rising faster than inflation and, in most cases, rising faster... 


South African researchers win prestigious international prize for AI-based system
13th August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Institute for Collider Particle Physics (ICPP), which is based at the University of the Witwatersrand, has been named as one of the winners of the international ODESS 2025 prize, awarded by the... 


tailings dam
Zambia prioritises copper output over pollution control, heightening environmental risks, BMI says
13th August 2025 By: Darren Parker

Zambia’s antipollution measures are unlikely to lead to major pollution reductions as the government continues to place a higher priority on copper output growth, BMI – a Fitch Solutions company –... 


Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
13th August 2025

As the construction industry pivots towards sustainability, Alternative Building Technologies (ABT) are emerging as a transformative force. These innovative methods and materials are reshaping how... 


Centre for Advanced Training and Innovative Research launched
Centre for Advanced Training and Innovative Research launched
13th August 2025

Life-science and clinical research company Thermo Fisher Scientific, Department of Health entity the South African Medical Research Council and the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation... 


Glencore Ferroalloys in partnership with CSA and NYDA launch an exciting cricket hub and youth training programme in Berseba
Glencore Ferroalloys in partnership with CSA and NYDA launch an exciting cricket hub and youth training programme in Berseba
13th August 2025

Glencore, in partnership with Cricket South Africa (CSA), the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), and the Bakwena ba Mogopa Traditional Council, has officially launched the National Youth... 


Rosond’s commitment to youth development in mining
Rosond’s commitment to youth development in mining
12th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) International Youth Day is observed on 12 August to recognise the vital role young people play in shaping a better future. This year’s theme, ‘Local Youth Actions for the SDGs... 


Debunking 5 Myths About Lubricants: Separating Fact from Fiction
Debunking 5 Myths About Lubricants: Separating Fact from Fiction
12th August 2025

Why Colour is not a reliable indicator of quality Misconceptions about lubricants are not just harmless misunderstandings; they can have serious consequences for machine maintenance and operational... 


International Council of Beverages Associations launches its African arm
12th August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The global representative body for the non-alcoholic beverage industry, the International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA) has announced the establishment of ICBA Africa. It also announced... 


Booyco Engineering delivered 20 locally manufactured HVAC systems to a Tanzanian mining operation, providing reliable cooling solutions to combat the region’s extreme heat and humidity
Booyco Engineering fulfils major HVAC order for Tanzanian mining sector
12th August 2025

Booyco Engineering has successfully fulfilled a significant order for Tanzania, supplying a total of 20 HVAC systems to a mining operation in that country. Comprising ten of its A009 4kW 24VDC... 


Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George
DFFE calls for urgent action to end plastic pollution
11th August 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George is leading a South African delegation attending the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee... 


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Outa recommends public hold off on SSEG registration for now
11th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Nonprofit the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) says it held a “constructive” meeting with Eskom Distribution management on August 8 regarding compliance and registration requirements for... 


Rosond empowers women and builds tomorrow
Rosond empowers women and builds tomorrow
9th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom)As South Africa marks National Women’s Day on 9 August 2025, Rosond honours the resilience, excellence and leadership of women transforming the mining industry. One such woman is... 


Wesizwe CEO resigns owing to ill health
8th August 2025 By: Darren Parker

Owing to ill health, JSE-listed Wesizwe CEO Long Zou has announced that he will step down from his position effective immediately. He will also be resigning as executive director. 


Protecting Wealth, Preserving Legacy: Tax Consulting for South Africa’s Elite
Protecting Wealth, Preserving Legacy: Tax Consulting for South Africa’s Elite
8th August 2025

In a tax environment where aggressive compliance measures are becoming the norm, South Africa’s high-net-worth individuals and influential business leaders find themselves increasingly exposed to... 


Schneider Electric supports WWW with crucial metering and telemetry solutions built for rugged, remote areas
Schneider Electric supports WWW with crucial metering and telemetry solutions built for rugged, remote areas
8th August 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, has announced the availability of its 6500W + IMT65W battery-powered electromagnetic water meter, the Trio J-Series... 


Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
8th August 2025

By; Lebo Ntsane - MMM Segment Service Sales Lead – Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa Industries are facing a critical shortage of skilled technicians, especially for maintaining ageing... 


Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
8th August 2025

As the construction industry pivots towards sustainability, Alternative Building Technologies (ABT) are emerging as a transformative force. These innovative methods and materials are reshaping how... 


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Use of reliable instruments for the chemicals industry a must
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

VEGA, a global leader in sensor manufacturing, is dedicated to delivering reliable and precise measurement solutions for demanding chemical environments. By focusing on safety, efficiency, and... 


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Company outlines strategies for safe, efficient transport
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Ensuring that a chemical fleet is tailored for compliance by maintaining stringent International Organisation for Standardisation- (ISO-) and Chemical Allied Industries Association- (CAIA-)... 


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Digital solution boosts optimisation
8th August 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The SmartAsset Intelligence platform, which incorporates AI, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and smart sensors for operational optimisation, offers a modern solution to customers, says... 


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Valves crucial to systems but challenges persist
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Valves are indispensable components in the design and operation of chemical and petrochemical systems, as their role is central to ensuring process stability, safety and regulatory compliance, says... 


MTN invests over R300m in Gauteng network infrastructure
8th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications group MTN South Africa is investing R300-million to upgrade its network infrastructure in Gauteng. Part of the company’s broader R4.5-billion national investment plan for 2025,... 


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Trotech
Trotech

Design, Construction and Maintenance of Site Erected, Welded Bulk Storage Tanks for the Petrochemical, LNG, Ammonia and Sustainable fuel Sectors.

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Egoli Gas (Pty) Ltd
Egoli Gas (Pty) Ltd

As a reticulator, Egoli Gas provides natural gas to homes and businesses via underground pipes.

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Weir
Weir

Weir is a global leader in mining technology. We recognise that our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that...

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The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy

The SAIMM started as a learned society in 1894 after the invention of the cyanide process that saved the South African gold mining industry of the...

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ATI Systems
ATI Systems

ATI systems comprises five divisions: electrical assemblies, drives and controls, feedback sensors, enclosures, and strip guiding.

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M and J Mining
M and J Mining

M and J Mining are leading suppliers of physical support systems as used by the underground mining industry. Our selection of products are not...

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