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Faster delivery times trending as geopolitical climate boosts defence contracts
Updated 5 hours ago By: Tracy Klückow

The need for rapid development and delivery of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) units, and climate-control systems for military use is well known. However, the geopolitical issues... 


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Copper smelter advances to steady-state operations
Updated 5 hours ago

The ramp-up of copper/nickel/zinc and platinum group metals miner Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula copper smelter in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will continue throughout this year, with... 


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Uranium expected to maintain upward trajectory in 2026
Updated 5 hours ago

The global uranium market is expected to maintain its upward trajectory in 2026, fuelled by the global transition to nuclear energy as nations seek reliable, low-carbon power sources, reports legal... 


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Eskom’s concerning powerline zig-zag must be quickly reversed
Updated 5 hours ago By: Martin Creamer

Eskom and the Electricity Ministry should be advised by the Cabinet to sit at the knee of their national transport cousin Transnet to learn just how positive public-private collaboration can be for... 


Kumba Marketing and Seaborne Logistics Head Timo Smit.
Kumba Iron Ore going greener with solar on waste rock dump plus wheeling initiative
19th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Amid the high-quality of the lump ore of South Africa’s Kumba Iron Ore helping global steelmakers to decarbonise, the Anglo American group company is itself is embarking on two initiatives in the... 


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Increased demand for construction materials fuelled by growing urbanisation
19th February 2026

It is estimated that by 2035 more than 70% of South Africa’s population will live in towns and cities. This rapid urbanisation and concomitant demand for affordable housing presents opportunities... 


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IMF proffers suggestions for South Africa’s economy
19th February 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

To keep South Africa’s economy stable and resilient, it is important to follow prudent fiscal policies that reduce public debt without impeding growth. This is according to mission chief Delia... 


DA Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga
Corruption, crime major deterrents to private investors, DA vows to enforce accountability
19th February 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Democratic Alliance (DA) Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga on Thursday accused the African National Congress-led government of failing Gauteng residents, promising to rescue the province by acting... 


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Eskom starts stakeholder engagements in Eastern Cape for new nuclear builds
19th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

State-owned power utility Eskom’s Nuclear Operating Unit has started with a strategic stakeholder engagement programme in the Eastern Cape to outline its vision and plans for the implementation of... 


Kumba CEO Mpumi Zikalala.
South Africa’s Kumba Iron Ore delivers well amid uncertain global trade environment
19th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Anglo American group iron-ore company Kumba, which mines in South Africa’s Northern Cape, delivered a solid 2025 performance, marked by an improved realised price, marginal sales growth and... 


Port of Richards Bay
Creecy says RFPs for three big rail and port concessions on track to be issued in 2026
19th February 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy reports that Transnet is preparing to release request for proposal (RFP) documents for three large private sector participation (PSP) projects in 2026, including... 


Security is the new business continuity as cybercrime, infrastructure strain and global instability raise the cost of disruption
19th February 2026

As South African businesses face rising cyberattacks, organised crime, infrastructure failures and supply-chain pressure, security has emerged as one of the most critical business risks of 2026. In... 


Discovery Green CEO Andre Nepgen says trader-led wheeling models are emerging as the principal commercial structure for large power users
Trader-led wheeling to play big role S Africa’s renewable power market in 2026
19th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa’s renewable-energy market is entering a decisive new phase in 2026, shaped by electricity reform, tightening grid capacity and changing project economics — with trader-led wheeling... 


Upward Spiral 1471 celebrates 15 years of driving sustainable growth
Upward Spiral 1471 celebrates 15 years of driving sustainable growth
19th February 2026

This year mining, logistics and waste management partner Upward Spiral 1471 marks 15 years of continuous operation, a milestone that reflects not only resilience, but a rare achievement for a... 


Engen strengthens fleet with investment in 30 lower-emission trucks
Engen strengthens fleet with investment in 30 lower-emission trucks
18th February 2026

Engen has reinforced its commitment to safe, efficient and more sustainable fuel distribution with the addition of 30 new lower-emission trucks to its national fleet. The investment forms part of... 


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PwC outlines its Budget 2026 expectations
17th February 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2026 National Budget Speech, on February 25, is likely to clarify how geopolitical risks, including US tariff pressures, uncertainty around the future of the... 


Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile
R200bn in investment targeted at upcoming Gauteng Investment Conference
17th February 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile on Tuesday officially launched the ramp-up to the Gauteng Investment Conference, to be held on April 9, to attract investment into South... 


Securing AI Agents Through Smarter Identity Management in SA
Securing AI Agents Through Smarter Identity Management in SA
17th February 2026

By: Boland Lithebe - Security Lead for Accenture, Africa The conversation about artificial intelligence in South Africa has shifted rapidly over the past year. What was once the stuff of... 


The Trump administration launched the $12bn reserve in early February.
Trump’s $12bn Project Vault offers short-term buffer but leaves structural gaps, says Woodmac
17th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Trump administration’s newly launched $12-billion Project Vault will provide a tactical buffer against critical minerals supply shocks, but it falls short of addressing deep structural... 


Reducing Time-to-Production in Mining Through Deployable Infrastructure
Reducing Time-to-Production in Mining Through Deployable Infrastructure
17th February 2026

Key Highlights Why infrastructure delays are one of the biggest barriers to early production How deployable systems allow mining projects to mobilise faster The role of flexibility in earlystage... 


Applications open for the Cleantech Innovation Challenge 2026
Applications open for the Cleantech Innovation Challenge 2026
16th February 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

As the quest for energy, climate and economic development grows more urgent by the year in South Africa, applications for the National Cleantech Innovation Challenge (NCIC) 2026 have opened in the... 


After SONA 2026: Turning Reform into Delivery Will Define South Africa’s Next Decade
16th February 2026

By: Shameela Soobramoney - CEO, National Business Initiative (NBI)  The global economy has moved into a far more demanding phase of competition. Countries are no longer judged primarily on... 


Steel 2025/6: Policies, Tariffs, and Survival
Steel 2025/6: Policies, Tariffs, and Survival
16th February 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Creamer Media’s ‘Steel 2025/6: Policies, Tariffs, and Survival’ report finds a steel sector under pressure globally and in South Africa, with the report’s main themes being market balance, trade... 


Newmont's Lihir operations
Pacific Lime signs quicklime offtake with Newmont in PNG
16th February 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Brisbane-based Pacific Lime and Cement (PLC) has secured its first long-term quicklime offtake agreement, striking a deal with gold and copper major Newmont to supply locally manufactured product... 


KAHRE plans $50bn to $150bn net-zero industrial corridor in South Africa
KAHRE plans $50bn to $150bn net-zero industrial corridor in South Africa
13th February 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Renewable-energy company KAHRE Renewable Energy Group has announced plans for South Africa’s first fully integrated net-zero industrial corridor, linking large-scale renewable-energy generation in... 


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Transnet is working to solve challenges as it transitions to next phase – Phillips
13th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

The current recovery process at Transnet must be seen as a transition period, with the rail and port entity’s long-term goal being to reach a state of reliability and sustainability, says Transnet... 


Vivo Energy and Engen Celebrate Another Successful Mining Indaba
Vivo Energy and Engen Celebrate Another Successful Mining Indaba
13th February 2026

Vivo Energy, through its Engen business in South Africa, successfully showcased its mining solutions at the 2026 Investing in African Mining Indaba, held from 9 to 12 February at the Cape Town... 


Mining with a human face: How to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining
13th February 2026

Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) is a significant part of the global mineral economy. In fact, 45 million people across the world work directly in ASM, with estimates indicating as many as... 


Deep regional understanding boosts OEM’s support capabilities
13th February 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

A deep understanding of Africa’s diverse pumping requirements and challenges, along with extensive aftersales support in remote or harsh environments, provides peace of mind to customers... 


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Company helps drive smarter handling
13th February 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s material handling and logistics sector is transforming rapidly, as rising operating costs, supply chain uncertainty and sustainability pressures push operators to adopt smarter, more... 


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Caution, economic strain shaping tech adoption
13th February 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Cautious investor sentiment and sustained cost pressures continue to shape technology adoption in South Africa’s materials-handling sector, with safety, affordability and asset life extension... 


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Company boosts air capacity, automation to counter constraints
13th February 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Despite continued pressure on South Africa’s logistics network, FedEx Sub-Saharan Africa is managing cross-border risks through detailed line-haul planning, ensuring vehicles are appropriately... 


The Moffet forklift on the back of a truck
Ownership preference persists for specialised forklifts
13th February 2026 By: Devina Haripersad

Although the capital equipment industry remains under sustained pressure as customers aim to limit capital expenditure and explore more flexible procurement models, forklift solutions provider... 


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Rental and short-term hire models are increasingly used to give contractors access to high-performance equipment without the financial burden of ownership
German hoisting technology supports refurbishment project
13th February 2026

A major refurbishment project in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is being supported by German hoist manufacturer GEDA GmbH’s transport platforms and material hoists, which are being supplied on a rental... 


a coal plant in operation
Coal to remain a significant contributor
13th February 2026 By: Halima Frost

The South African coal mining sector is still a “vibrant and indispensable” component of the energy and raw material supply chain, owing to coal's continuing to play a major role in the country’s... 


a gold and platinum billet
Gold, PGMs expected to continue upward trajectory
13th February 2026 By: Halima Frost

For 2026, two major commodityprice trends are forecasted to stand out in the South African mining sector, says industry mining employers association Minerals Council South Africa economist André... 


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Sustainable infrastructure strengthens S Africa’s future
13th February 2026

South Africa stands at a pivotal moment to redefine infrastructure as a vehicle for climate-resilient development, economic inclusion and measurable environmental impact, as nations and industries... 


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Big decisions loom
13th February 2026 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa is weighing a range of policy measures as various manufacturing sectors – from ferroalloys and steel, to automotives – face existential threats. The causes of their eroded... 


January new-vehicle sales up 7.5% year-on-year as momentum carries over from 2025
13th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

Total new-vehicle sales in January, at 50 073 units, increased by 3 479 units, or 7.5%, compared with January last year, reports naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. The industry body says the... 


Despite poor Q4, air, rail and sea freight subsectors on the mend as road freight loses ground – Ctrack index shows
13th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

After gains in seven of the nine months to September last year, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (Ctrack TFI) lost momentum in the fourth quarter (Q4), ending the year at an index level of... 


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Coega Special Economic Zone solar PV project, South Africa
13th February 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The Industrial Development Corporation released the request for proposal on November 5, 2025. 


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Sedibeng malting facility, South Africa – update
13th February 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction has started. 


Location map of the Minim Martap project
Minim Martap bauxite project, Cameroon – update
13th February 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Canyon Resources has reported that the project is advancing to the mining phase, with commissioning of the surface miner scheduled for February 2026 as a key operational milestone. 


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