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Electra backs Ontario’s C$500m critical minerals processing fund
Electra backs Ontario’s C$500m critical minerals processing fund
22nd May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Electra Battery Materials, which is focused on developing North America's only cobalt sulphate refinery, has welcomed the Ontario government’s C$500-million Critical Minerals Processing Fund,... 


Africa's power, water and energy future in the spotlight at Enlit Africa 2025
Africa's power, water and energy future in the spotlight at Enlit Africa 2025
22nd May 2025

Enlit Africa 2025 officially opened this week at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), bringing together thousands of leaders from Africa’s power, water and energy sectors. This... 


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Panel builder programme empowers local technicians
21st May 2025

The continuing success of the mySchneider Panel Builder Programme in South Africa reflects Schneider Electric’s firm commitment to empowering local panel builders.  By simplifying operations,... 


Solareff chief commercial officer De Villiers Botha
Solareff celebrates 15 years of innovation
21st May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Watch a video in which Engineering News speaks to Solareff chief commercial officer De Villiers Botha about the importance of energy management as well as the 15-year-old company's new innovations. 


Cesa president David Leukes
Cesa, ISA discuss infrastructure development imperatives
21st May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With Gauteng accounting for 60% of South Africa’s national trade, 40% of foreign direct investment, 50% of small- and medium-sized enterprises and 34% of the country’s GDP, it is imperative that... 


How platinum is used in fuel cell electric vehicles.
New technology uses sound to recover 92% of platinum from hydrogen fuel cell stacks
20th May 2025 By: Martin Creamer

New technology, which uses sound to recover 92% of platinum from hydrogen fuel cell stacks, is emerging from Johnson Matthey, a company which, interestingly, has a long-standing South African... 


Watch a video in which Engineering News speaks to Lesedi executive for business development Shane Pereira about sustainable engineering solutions at Enlit Africa 2025, in Cape Town.
Lesedi powers progress with sustainable engineering solutions
20th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

As South Africa grapples with energy security and environmental challenges, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor Lesedi is positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable... 


Engen celebrates a successful Nampo 2025, showcasing innovation, sustainability and Springbok spirit
Engen celebrates a successful Nampo 2025, showcasing innovation, sustainability and Springbok spirit
20th May 2025

Engen, a proud gold sponsor of the Nampo Harvest Day, celebrated its long-standing partnership with the event by welcoming thousands of visitors to its interactive stand and ever-popular Vintage... 


World Metrology Day 2025 Celebrating 150 Years of Global Measurement Collaboration
19th May 2025

NMISA Celebrates 150 Years of the Metre Convention: Powering Progress Through Precision Celebrating World Metrology Day 2025 – “Measurements for all times, for all people” 


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Stellenbosch University launches biotechnology laboratory for startups
19th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Stellenbosch University (SU) has announced the opening of the LaunchLab CERIBIO, a biotechnology laboratory for biotechnology startups. The initiative aims to accelerate the local biotechnology... 


Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams
Dept of Small Business Development to host SME Ministerial gathering in July
19th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) is collaborating with the International Trade Centre (ITC) to host the first-ever Global Small- and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Ministerial... 


The webinar provides an overview of what TNFD covers as well as some real life experiences of implementing this new guideline
Nature takes centre stage: TNFD framework emerges as strategic risk tool for business, finance
19th May 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

In a webinar rich with insight and urgency, Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosure (TNFD) director of market engagement Candice Dott and a panel of experts laid bare the growing... 


CSIR now producing stainless steel powder for 3D printing
19th May 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) can now provide the local additive manufacturing (AM – popularly called 3D printing) sector with 316L stainless steel powder on a pilot... 


New Responsible Gold president Sakhila Mirza
Responsible Gold appoints new president
19th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

Blockchain-powered ecosystem for traceable and ethically sourced gold Responsible Gold has announced the appointment of Sakhila Mirza as its president. She will oversee the firm’s next phase of... 


Adhesives manufacturing
Henkel, Sasol partnership delivers lower-carbon adhesives
19th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Multinational adhesive, sealant and functional coatings manufacturer Henkel and petrochemicals company Sasol have formed a strategic partnership focused on reducing the environmental impact of... 


Potatoes on ground
Standard Bank agriculture expert says now is the time for tangible AfCFTA progress
19th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The increasing trade turmoil globally has emphasised the need and urgency to capture the intra-Africa trade opportunity that is the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Standard Bank... 


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Automotive 2025: Challenges and Innovation
16th May 2025

Creamer Media’s ‘Automotive 2025: Challenges and Innovation’ report outlines the current status and outlook of South Africa’s automotive sector, which remains a key contributor to GDP and exports.... 


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African customs event highlights role of customs as a trade enabler
16th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The thirty-first World Customs Organisation East and Southern Africa (WCO ESA) regional governing council meeting was held, in Pretoria, on May 15, with WCO chairperson Professor Edward Kieswetter... 


An aerial view of a house and spaza shop in Katlehong, Gauteng, where the LUXE system is operating.
Township entrepreneurs begin adopting plug-and-play solar solution
16th May 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The market for a pioneering solar-battery solution tailored to meet the needs of informal businesses such as spaza shops, salons, tailors, mechanics and restaurants operating in South Africa’s... 


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Health of diesel-powered equipment operators highlighted
16th May 2025

Every year, World Day for Health and Safety at Work on April 28 offers a reminder that no job should come at the cost of a person’s health or safety, says global CEO-led organisation ICMM health... 


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Consensus key to addressing growth challenges
16th May 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Effective stakeholder engagement, consensus aimed at outlining key strategies for alleviating pressing industry challenges and the promotion of profitable and sustainable operations are effective... 


Closed-loop green hydrogen project announced in East London IDZ
Closed-loop green hydrogen project announced in East London IDZ
16th May 2025

A request for proposal (RFP) process has been launched to inform the front-end engineering design (FEED) study for a fully integrated green hydrogen project at the East London Industrial... 


Tapping into the lab economy - Africa’s big opportunities in medical research and diagnostics
15th May 2025

Africa’s fast-growing young population and enthusiastic adoption of digital technology could pave the way for the continent to fast-track science innovation and become a world leader in... 


Tapping into the lab economy - Africa’s big opportunities in medical research and diagnostics
15th May 2025

Africa’s fast-growing young population and enthusiastic adoption of digital technology could pave the way for the continent to fast-track science innovation and become a world leader in... 


Platinum cathode needed in PEM fuel cells.
Platinum uplift likely as particularly China, California gear for green hydrogen mobility
14th May 2025 By: Martin Creamer

While South Africa’s latest green hydrogen development is a request for information (RFI) involving the East London Industrial Development Zone becoming the site for a greenfield green hydrogen... 


Why AI is Both a Risk and a Priority Defence Tool
Why AI is Both a Risk and a Priority Defence Tool
14th May 2025

Cyber security in the age of AI is a key topic for the forthcoming ITWeb Security Summit, to be held in Cape Town and Johannesburg. As AI transforms both the digital threat landscape and the tools... 


Engen Dynamic Diesel and Dieselube 700 powered the JAC
JAC sets South African endurance record with Engen Fuels & Lubricants: 24-hour challenge proves unmatched performance
14th May 2025

JAC Motors, a leading Chinese car manufacturer and valued Engen Lubricants customer, has officially shattered the South African 24-hour Endurance Record for bakkies, covering 4 084 kilometres at an... 


Bauma 2025 highlights global shift toward electrification in large-scale construction and mining equipment
Bauma 2025 highlights global shift toward electrification in large-scale construction and mining equipment
14th May 2025

Bauma 2025, the world’s leading annual trade fair in the construction industry, took place in April in Munich, Germany, drawing about 600 000 visitors from more than 200 countries. The event hosted... 


Complete electrical termination solutions for mining
Complete electrical termination solutions for mining
14th May 2025

Complete electrical termination solutions for the mining industry are available from local manufacturer Pratley. Apart from individual products, Pratley can supply entire lighting circuits for... 


Engineering News spoke with Nissan South Africa MD Maciej Klenkiewicz at Nampo 2025 in Bothaville
Nissan showcases resilience and innovation at Nampo 2025
13th May 2025

With a legacy rooted in engineering excellence, automotive manufacturer Nissan is committed to delivering reliable, efficient and sustainable mobility solutions tailored for the agricultural... 


Schneider Electric’s Youth Education & Entrepreneurship Programme reaches over 38,000 youths in Anglophone Africa
Schneider Electric’s Youth Education & Entrepreneurship Programme reaches over 38,000 youths in Anglophone Africa
13th May 2025

The Schneider Electric Foundation and Schneider Electric are proud to celebrate a major milestone in its commitment to empowering young people through education and entrepreneurship.  The... 


Booyco Engineering is celebrating 40 years of delivering high performance HVAC solutions for military, rail, mining and earthmoving applications in some of the world’s toughest environments
Celebrating 40 years of excellence in specialised HVAC
13th May 2025

Celebrating 40 years in business, Booyco Engineering has successfully evolved its specialised heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) offerings while remaining true to its commitment to... 


Watch a video in which Engineering News talks to WEG external sales executive Bruce Grobler at Nampo 2025 in Bothaville
WEG presents technology for a sustainable farming future
13th May 2025

One of the world's largest electric motor manufacturers, WEG is showcasing its offering to the agriculture community in Bothaville, at Nampo 2025. Engineering News joined WEG external sales... 


Transforming Africa’s Manufacturing Landscape into an Advanced Technological Hub
Transforming Africa’s Manufacturing Landscape into an Advanced Technological Hub
13th May 2025

Africa is a continent filled with potential, talent and untapped resources. Bountiful regional natural reserves have driven the population towards ingenuity and innovation that remain unmatched... 


Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi
Roadmap on the Digital Transformation of the South African government launched
12th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa is taking steps to unify its currently fragmented digital initiatives, and modernise public service delivery, with the launch on Monday of the Roadmap on the Digital Transformation of... 


Calgro M3 posts lower revenue but higher gross profit margins
12th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed property development company Calgro M3 recorded a 32.69% year-on-year decrease in revenue to R868.9-million for the financial year ended February 28, but its gross profit margin... 


Transport Evolution Africa 2025 to highlight critical investment opportunities shaping the future of Africa’s transport and logistics industry
12th May 2025

With Africa’s population set to double by 2050 and intra-African trade to surge by an estimated 50% through the AfCFTA, investment in transport infrastructure has become both a strategic and... 


Schneider Electric’s Panel Builder Programme Continues to Empower Local Builders for Growth
Schneider Electric’s Panel Builder Programme Continues to Empower Local Builders for Growth
12th May 2025

The continuing success of the mySchneider Panel Builder Programme in South Africa reflects Schneider Electric’s firm commitment to empowering local panel builders.  By simplifying operations,... 


Enlit Africa 2025: Igniting Africa's energy and water future – just two weeks to go!
Enlit Africa 2025: Igniting Africa's energy and water future – just two weeks to go!
12th May 2025

The countdown is on! From 20-22 May 2025, the vibrant city of Cape Town will host Enlit Africa, the continent’s most electrifying gathering of power, energy and water professionals. This is not... 


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Ramaphosa attends Africa CEO Forum as he touts Africa-focused trade and investment
12th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa will this week attend the Africa CEO Forum in the Ivorian capital, Abidjan, to showcase South Africa’s potential as a premier investment and trade destination. Ramaphosa... 


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Astron Energy introduces new solution for varnish
12th May 2025

At Astron Energy, we don’t accept the status quo, particularly when challenges are industry-wide and costly. We sat down with Astron Energy Technical Specialist Faiz Regal to find out which big... 


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Proudly South African Canvas TV merges design and technology
9th May 2025

A new television (TV) line that offers an immersive cinematic experience and an Art Mode that mimics the look and feel of real canvas art, is now available and locally manufactured in South Africa.... 


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Intelligent belt scale combines AI, diagnostics and automation
9th May 2025

A belt scale system featuring integrated AI-driven continuous calibration checking and real-time load cell monitoring with traditional belt scales, was recently launched at the bauma 2025 trade... 


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