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Construction and infrastructure excellence recognised at this year’s Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo in Johannesburg
Updated 3 hours ago

The 2025 edition of Big 5 Construct South Africa, co-located with the inaugural South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo, concluded in Johannesburg, following three days of high-impact networking,... 


Bargaining Councils Can Play a Meaningful role in Combatting Construction Mafia Disruptions
Updated 6 hours ago

South Africa’s construction sector is being systematically undermined by criminal syndicates. Commonly referred to as the “construction mafia,” these groups extort, intimidate, and sabotage... 


Indonesia looking at levy on coal exports
Indonesia looking at levy on coal exports
15th July 2025 By: Bloomberg

Indonesia, the world’s biggest coal exporter, may impose an export levy on the fossil fuel in a bid to boost state revenues, according to local media reports that cited a government minister. The... 


Beyond 67 minutes: SMEs hold the key to lasting community upliftment
14th July 2025

Did you know that South Africa has around 3 million small and medium enterprises (SMMEs) collectively employing about 13 million people? As the country celebrates another Mandela Month, there’s an... 


An artist’s impression of The Pines retail centre at Conradie Park, showcasing the integration of retail space at ground level with residential apartments constructed above.
The Pines is Conradie Park’s stylish clincher
11th July 2025

The Pines, a convenience retail zone with an aspirational edge, will be one of Conradie Park’s final achievements – helping to put this mixed-use housing development head and shoulders above... 


Cape Town eases zoning rules to spur selected backyard housing developments
11th July 2025 By: Irma Venter

Cape Town’s City Council has approved a number of changes to the Municipal Planning By-law (MPBL) in a move it believes will make it easier to develop and build affordable housing, especially in... 


Galaxy Z Fold7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: Raising the Bar for Smartphones
9th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The most advanced Galaxy Z series yet, seamlessly blending precision engineering and powerful intelligence to elevate everyday interactions – all in its thinnest and lightest design to date  


China risks global heavy rare-earth supply to stop Myanmar rebel victory
8th July 2025 By: Reuters

The global supply of heavy rare earths hinges in part on the outcome of a months-long battle between a rebel army and the Chinese-backed military junta in the hills of northern Myanmar. The Kachin... 


The latest generation TwisterTrac VS350E, from Pilot Crushtec, offers major productivity gains and environmental benefits, with up to 50% higher production rate
Pilot Crushtec powers Ovenden Earthmoving with new TwisterTrac VS350E
4th July 2025

Pilot Crushtec’s longstanding relationship with leading UK contractor Ovenden Earthmoving Co Ltd has been strengthened with the successful delivery and operation of the latest generation... 


An image of the transformer test lab on the Actom Open Day
Test lab achieves Africa-first accreditation
4th July 2025

Distribution and power transformer designer and manufacturer Actom Power Transformers, a division of Actom has celebrated its recent recommendation for accreditation as the only SANAS-certified... 


New report sets stage for evidence-led municipal planning in Gauteng
4th July 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Gauteng provincial government, in partnership with multinational professional services firm Ernst & Young, has launched a new report offering a comprehensive analysis and projection of the... 


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Opposition parties reject Higher Education Dept budget in aftermath of GNU bust-up
3rd July 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Opposition parties on Thursday rejected the Department of Higher Education and Training’s budget, citing corruption and incompetence in the department. The Democratic Alliance (DA) vowed to oppose... 


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DA to oppose Simelane’s Human Settlements budget amid investigation into minister
2nd July 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Democratic Alliance on Wednesday urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to act decisively against corruption in his Cabinet, threatening to oppose the Department of Human Settlements’ budget. “…we... 


Auric Mining buys land package from WIN Metals to facilitate Munda gold mine
1st July 2025 By: Darren Parker

ASX-listed Auric Mining has reached an agreement with fellow listed WIN Metals to acquire a package of assets related to its Munda gold mine, in Western Australia. The transaction includes all... 


Schneider Electric’s GoPact Range now available in East Africa – aimed at panel builders and electrical professionals
Schneider Electric’s GoPact Range now available in East Africa – aimed at panel builders and electrical professionals
30th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has announced the availability of its GoPact MCCB (Moulded Case Circuit Breaker) and... 


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Cape Town revises by-law to boost selected backyard housing developments
27th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

Cape Town’s City Council has approved a number of changes to the Municipal Planning By-law (MPBL) in a move it believes will make it easier to develop and build affordable housing, especially in... 


Mbamwabi Chilembo stands with his arms crossed.
Consultants key to building climate-ready infrastructure
27th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As Africa faces growing climate threats – from droughts and floods to rising temperatures – the continent’s infrastructure must become more resilient. Consulting engineering company Alpenglow... 


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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. 


Toyota Gazoo Racing and SVR unveil new motorsport engineering, manufacturing hub
Toyota Gazoo Racing and SVR unveil new motorsport engineering, manufacturing hub
26th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa (TGRSA), together with SVR, have unveiled their new motorsport operations base – the Toyota Gazoo Racing Motorsport Hub, located in Kyalami, Gauteng. Construction... 


Image of an OndoSense radar level sensor conducting measurements in a closed melting furnace
New radar level sensor for harsh environments
26th June 2025

A new radar level sensor enables high-precision and fast level measurements in harsh industrial environments with extreme temperatures, smoke, and dust – such as in molten metal level monitoring or... 


Schneider Electric GoPact products aimed at non-critical applications now available in West Africa
Schneider Electric GoPact products aimed at non-critical applications now available in West Africa
26th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation has announced the immediate availability of the GoPact MCCB... 


Larvotto gets regulatory backing to progress Hillgrove mine plans
23rd June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Larvotto Resources has secured key regulatory support for the proposed extension of mining operations at its Hillgrove gold and antimony project in New South Wales. The NSW Resources... 


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Ramaphosa promises 'structural change' as ConCourt celebrates 30th anniversary
20th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Thirty years after the establishment of the Constitutional Court in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa is promising citizens a range of institutional, infrastructure, financial,... 


Prime Minister Mark Carney
Canada could slap more duties on US steel and aluminum, says Carney
20th June 2025 By: Reuters

Canada could increase counter-tariffs on US-produced steel and aluminum if it does not reach a broader trade deal with President Donald Trump within 30 days, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on... 


An image of a rental cement mixer on offer from Talisman Hire
JV to support Zambian construction industry’s growth
20th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The Talisman Hire Kitwe City branch – a joint venture (JV) between industrial and mining solutions company Dickinson Group of Companies Africa (DGC Africa) and construction and industrial equipment... 


An image of Vale's Nacala Port Dormitory
Modular solutions able to meet mine development needs
20th June 2025

As mining operations across the African continent expand, the industry requires accommodation solutions that offer speed and comfort, which can be achieved through portable building manufacturer... 


Flooding
South Africa declares national disaster after floods kill 92
19th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

South Africa declared a national disaster after floods and snow killed more than 90 people and destroyed roads and bridges in four of the country’s nine provinces. Adverse weather since June 9... 


Industry calls for 'faster execution' and 'effective PPPs' at the opening of Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
19th June 2025

Aligned with South Africa’s development agenda and the National Infrastructure Plan 2050, the 12thedition of Big 5 Construct South Africa and the inaugural South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo... 


Transnet concludes wage agreement with recognised labour unions
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

State-owned Transnet has announced that a three-year wage agreement has been reached with its recognised labour unions – the South African Transport and Allied Workers’ Union and the United... 


Volkswagen Taigo
Volkswagen recalls 142 Polos, 8 Taigos in South Africa over airbag issue
13th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The National Consumer Commission has issued a recall of 142 Volkswagen Polo vehicles and eight Volkswagen Taigo vehicles, as notified by Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA). The recall was issued owing... 


Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo open next week in Johannesburg, advancing national delivery goals
13th June 2025

 Big 5 Construct South Africa is gearing up to open next week at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, marking the start of its 12th edition and the launch of South Africa Infrastructure... 


Cape Town rail passenger trips to climb to 343 000 a day by April next year, says Creecy
13th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

Rail passenger numbers in Cape Town reached 53 000 people a day in April last year, says Transport Minister Barbara Creecy. With the reopening of Philippi and Nolungile stations, this number has... 


Infrastructure South Africa, Department of Water & Sanitation, South African Institution of Civil Engineering headline Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
9th June 2025

The South African construction market is valued at around $125 billion and the broader infrastructure market at $193 billion (source: AbiQ). As the country gains momentum, showing measurable gains... 


Schneider Electric achieves level 1 B-BBEE status for 2025
Schneider Electric achieves level 1 B-BBEE status for 2025
6th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, proudly announces its certification as a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment... 


Lara Smith at a mining site in Mozambique.
Contingency planning key to mitigating mining risks
6th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Following the post-election protests and attacks that disrupted Mozambique’s mining sector in October 2024, specialist consultancy Core Consultants is advising companies to stockpile key materials,... 


Image of ifm ecomatDisplay
High-resolution display for small spaces
5th June 2025

A 4.3" display is the most compact model in ifm’s ecomatDisplay range of human-machine interaction (HMI) units. It features 16.7-million colours, high-resolution display and good readability even... 


Infrastructure South Africa, SAICE and SACPCMP set to headline Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
5th June 2025

The South African construction market is valued at around $125 billion and the broader infrastructure market at $193 billion (source: AbiQ). As the country gains momentum, showing measurable gains... 


Crowie Holdings at 25: Building a Legacy!
Crowie Holdings at 25: Building a Legacy!
5th June 2025

As Crowie Holdings and Enza Construction celebrates 25 years in business, it marks a significant milestone in the South African infrastructure landscape — not simply for its longevity, but for its... 


wind farm sunset
African economies need to spend one-third of their GDPs by 2030 to meet renewable-energy SDGs, analyst says
4th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

Frontier economies, mostly located in Africa, would need to spend one-third of their GDP by 2030 to achieve renewable power generation goals under the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) scenario,... 


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‘South Africa belongs to all who live in it’ – ActionSA wants Constitution’s preamble changed to tackle illegal immigration
2nd June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

ActionSA has submitted a suite of proposed constitutional amendments aimed at overhauling key provisions, that it believes have been misused to fuel illegal immigration in South Africa, provisions... 


Barbara Creecy
Cape Town rail passenger trips to climb to 343 000 a day by April next year, says Creecy
30th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Passenger numbers in Cape Town reached 53 000 people a day in April last year, says Transport Minister Barbara Creecy. With the reopening of Philippi and Nolungile stations, this number has now... 


A NORD Maxxdrive motor installed on teh top of a structure
Industrial gear units ensure optimum control, performance
30th May 2025

NORD Drive Systems – designed by German precision engineers Getriebebau Nord and assembled locally by industrial solutions provider BMG – encompass modular drive configurations that ensure optimum... 


Aerial view of the LHWP
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The contractor responsible for the Polihali transfer tunnel construction has resumed work. 


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