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A photo of attendees at the Young Miners Symposium at the 2024 Mining Indaba with President Cyril Ramaphosa positioned in the middle
Indaba set to welcome record number of delegates, app launched
24th January 2025 By: Halima Frost

The 2025 iteration of the Investing in African Mining Indaba aims to showcase the thriving African mining industry and its readiness for investment, reports organiser Hyve Group. Held from February... 


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Strategic partnership key to mining in Africa
24th January 2025 By: Halima Frost

A critical area in which the mining industry can drive meaningful change is by establishing itself as a strategic partner to national governments, particularly in supporting them to achieve their... 


ENS mining practice head Ntsiki Adonisi
Call for partnerships to capitalise on African mining potential
24th January 2025 By: Halima Frost

The private sector must continue working with government and strengthen public–private partnerships to not only fortify the mining sector and, consequently, the country’s economy, but also enhance... 


A photo of the delegates and mining representatives from France under the umbrella of Business France at last year's Indaba
French delegation returns to Indaba
24th January 2025 By: Halima Frost

Following a successful Investing in African Mining Indaba in 2024, the French Trade Commission – referred to as Business France, will again bring its “Team France” delegation to this year’s Indaba.... 


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Mining industry deliberates role in shaping climate and community resilience
24th January 2025 By: Nadine James

The Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 is adopting a forward-thinking approach by actively exploring new audience sectors to enhance the event, while embracing the “universal truth” of a... 


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Tech innovation key to future mining
24th January 2025 By: Halima Frost

Technological innovation is critical to the future of the mining and exploration industry in Africa, as it helps miners, explorers and developers to find new deposits and make current deposits... 


WearCheck laboratory technicians Precious Mabaso (left) and  Ntiyiso Masia are seen processing transformer oil samples in the company’s Johannesburg transformer laboratory.
New technologies, techniques on display
24th January 2025

Scientific oil analysis, transformer oil analysis, reliability services, and water testing and analysis are some of the condition monitoring techniques that will be displayed by specialist... 


Advanced Fire Global
Delivering proven safety solutions for Africa’s mining industry
24th January 2025

Africa’s largest integrated fire suppression and combined site service provider, Advanced Fire Global is poised for an exciting year of large-scale projects across Africa in 2025.  The company’s... 


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Mining industry deliberates role in shaping climate and community resilience
24th January 2025 By: Nadine James

The Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 is adopting a forward-thinking approach by actively exploring new audience sectors to enhance the event, while embracing the “universal truth” of a... 


Why Astron Energy Refinery is critical To SA economy
Why Astron Energy Refinery is critical To SA economy
23rd January 2025

Since 2020, South Africa has lost around 50% of its crude oil refining capacity due to refineries having been decommissioned or converted into storage facilities. South Africa currently has only... 


Africa Energy Indaba 2025: Unlocking Gas Reserves Through the Africa Gas Forum
Africa Energy Indaba 2025: Unlocking Gas Reserves Through the Africa Gas Forum
21st January 2025

 Africa’s energy landscape is rapidly evolving, with natural gas emerging as a cornerstone for economic growth and energy security. The Africa Energy Indaba 2025, taking place from 4–6 March 2025... 


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Energy conference advances collaboration, innovation and inclusion
17th January 2025

Leading energy conference and exhibition, the Africa Energy Indaba – being hosted from March 4 to 6, 2025, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre – is set to unite global and African... 


Accelerating the Adoption and Financing of Renewable Solutions in Africa
Accelerating the Adoption and Financing of Renewable Solutions in Africa
16th January 2025

Africa stands at the forefront of a renewable energy revolution, with vast potential to transform its energy landscape while addressing the pressing challenges of climate change, energy access, and... 


Africa Energy Indaba and AfIDA Catapult Host Projects Dealroom to Catalyse Energy Investments
Africa Energy Indaba and AfIDA Catapult Host Projects Dealroom to Catalyse Energy Investments
15th January 2025

The Africa Energy Indaba 2025, scheduled for 4–6 March 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, is set to feature the Energy Projects Dealroom run by AfIDA Catapult — a dynamic... 


Navigating the IPP & PPA Landscape in Africa: A Focus of the Upcoming Conference
Navigating the IPP & PPA Landscape in Africa: A Focus of the Upcoming Conference
10th January 2025

As Africa continues to experience rapid energy demand growth and strives for sustainable power solutions, the challenges and opportunities within the Independent Power Producer (IPP) and Power... 


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Mining needs to commit to intensified decarbonisation goals, consulting firm shows
9th January 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The mining industry needs to commit to an intensified pursuit of decarbonisation goals amid the rate of greening being too slow to meet science-based targets, consulting services firm dss+ points... 


Africa Energy Indaba 2025 to Host 3rd Annual EV Forum – Showcasing the Future of Electric Vehicles in Africa
Africa Energy Indaba 2025 to Host 3rd Annual EV Forum – Showcasing the Future of Electric Vehicles in Africa
8th January 2025

The Africa Energy Indaba 2025, taking place from 4–6 March 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated EV Forum for the third... 


Decarbonisation efforts in mining fall short of science-based targets, research shows
20th December 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The global mining industry is falling short in its efforts to decarbonise at a rate required to meet science-based targets, according to new research by consultancy dss+. As the industry moves... 


Building the Green Economy in Africa: A call for innovation, investment and collaboration
Building the Green Economy in Africa: A call for innovation, investment and collaboration
5th December 2024

Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey, where economic growth and environmental sustainability must go hand in hand. In the face of global climate challenges, the continent is... 


Cities, states and regions can play a powerful role in mitigating climate change
28th November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Subnational governments have a critical role to play in climate change mitigation and adaption, having already demonstrated extraordinary ambition, said Under2 Coalition director Nehmat Kaur. While... 


Africa Energy Indaba Highlights the Importance of Women in Energy through Dedicated Forum
Africa Energy Indaba Highlights the Importance of Women in Energy through Dedicated Forum
25th November 2024

The Africa Energy Indaba, Africa’s leading energy conference and exhibition, is proud to reaffirm its commitment to advancing gender diversity and inclusion in the energy sector by hosting the... 


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Exploration, partnerships the cornerstones of increasing critical minerals investment
21st November 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As the world demands more “new” minerals such as copper, lithium and rare earths for use in smart technologies for decarbonisation and clean energy production, African countries have some key... 


Africa Energy Indaba 2025: Driving Innovation and Collaboration in Africa’s Energy and Utilities Sector
Africa Energy Indaba 2025: Driving Innovation and Collaboration in Africa’s Energy and Utilities Sector
20th November 2024

The Africa Energy Indaba is set to be a pivotal event in 2025, advancing the African energy and utilities sectors through meaningful discussions, partnerships, and networking opportunities.... 


New Energy Opportunities and Investment Surge in African Countries
11th November 2024

Africa is witnessing a transformative shift in its energy landscape, with significant opportunities and investments flowing into the sector. The continent, rich in both renewable energy resources... 


Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala
Zikalala calls for innovative construction solutions to respond to climate change
7th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala has invited the built environment industry to introduce innovative construction solutions to ensure that infrastructure being built in... 


2024 Manufacturing Indaba proves a valuable platform for manufacturing stakeholders
2024 Manufacturing Indaba proves a valuable platform for manufacturing stakeholders
5th November 2024

The 2024 Manufacturing Indaba, held on 22-23 October at the Sandton ICC, demonstrated the resilience and recovery of South Africa’s manufacturing sector. With a strong focus on localisation and... 


Invest Africa: Energy key to unlocking growth potential across the continent
4th November 2024

As Africa continues to rise as a leading economic force on the global stage, the energy sector is proving to be a critical driver of the continent’s growth potential. Investment in energy... 


CBE to hold a two day climate change Indaba
31st October 2024

The Council for the Built Environment (CBE) is well on track to convene its second Built Environment Climate Change Indaba (BECCI) in Mandeni Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal on 07-08 November... 


RBIDZ COO Muzi Shange
RBIDZ COO emphasises importance of enabling energy security, local beneficiation
31st October 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

Manufacturing has been identified as one of the key sectors for the advancement of economic growth and job creation in South Africa, with the energy sector presenting the biggest opportunity for... 


The Role of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in Africa's Energy Sector
30th October 2024

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is set to play a transformative role in the development of Africa’s energy sector, providing the framework needed to enhance intra-African trade,... 


Etana Energy CEO Evan Rice
Renewables, wheeling agreements could help local manufacturers
29th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The success of the manufacturing sector, which plays an important role in economic development and is important for job creation, depends on reliable, stable and affordable energy supply.... 


African countries urged to invest in critical minerals beneficiation
29th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Africa has the potential to play a significant role in the global energy transition, given its endowment of critical minerals such as lithium and cobalt; however, realising the full potential of... 


Mercedes-Benz e-Sprinter vehicle
Automotive experts agree new tech is essential to stay competitive
25th October 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

South Africa’s manufacturing sector has an opportunity to cater for global electrification by producing more solar panels, developing battery components and venturing into more components for the... 


blasting furnace
Manufacturing sector needs regional collaboration, unified approach – panel
25th October 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With the majority of African countries having ratified the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement, panellists gathered at the Manufacturing Indaba earlier this week proposed that governments... 


CGS provides expert insights on critical minerals
CGS provides expert insights on critical minerals
25th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

While South Africa is well positioned to take advantage of the opportunities afforded by the increasing demand for critical minerals globally, issues such as the need for skills development,... 


Mutual investment, regional value chains can support more African capital equipment manufacturing
24th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

African countries are pursuing localisation initiatives for some goods and products and the capital equipment manufacturing industry should focus on making investments in these countries to develop... 


Mitochondria's fuel cell technology
Local supply chain challenges pose significant threat to localised manufacturing
24th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

If hydrogen technology developer Mitochondria Energy CEO Mashudu Ramano had known beforehand how difficult it would be to find local suppliers for hydrogen fuel cell and electrolyser parts, he... 


Manufacturing's development, employment impact will depend on preparation
24th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The potential developmental benefits from growing manufacturing's contribution to African countries' GDP and the associated growth in employment will only occur if countries and their industries,... 


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Manufacturing is the key to unlocking stunted growth
24th October 2024

There is a direct correlation between the tepid economic growth that has characterised the local economy to the waning fortunes of the South African manufacturing sector. Question is, how to... 


Steel used in local manufacturing
Govt focused on domestic investments to stimulate manufacturing
23rd October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Government is set to increase investment into key industries that will bolster local manufacturing, Department of Trade, Industry and Competition industrial procurement and development chief... 


Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies’ Professor Justin Barnes
‘Deep collaboration’ through regional value chains could unlock rapid African industrialisation
22nd October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

There is potential to catalyse rapid industrialisation in Africa by pursuing policies that  actively leverage both existing demand and continental moves towards trade integration to increase the... 


A farming operation
Sidestepping industrialisation to move straight to services is hurting the economy, Cilliers says
22nd October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Skipping industrialisation and transitioning directly to the services sector is one of the key reasons for Africa’s lacklustre economic growth, Institute for Security Studies founder and former... 


A glass manufacturing line
Manufacturers globally are concerned about market instability
22nd October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Manufacturers are concerned because of the volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity in global, regional and local markets, World Manufacturing Foundation (WMF) scientific VP Professor Dr... 


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