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Cranes for sub-Saharan Africa
20th June 2025

Crane and hoist manufacturer Condra supplies a range of equipment to authorised agents across sub-Saharan Africa, including an innovative unpack-and-go machine delivered in containers that become... 


300-plus problem buildings identified in Cape Town
300-plus problem buildings identified in Cape Town
20th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says its active problem building caseload is hovering at just more than 300 properties. The city’s Law Enforcement Problem Building Unit (PBU) has a total of 922... 


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Condition monitoring system reduces vibrating equipment failures
20th June 2025

A next-generation condition monitoring system for vibrating screens and feeders is designed to provide real-time insights into the operational health of vibrating screens and feeders, enabling... 


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Paper and pulp operation benefits from automated lubrication solution
20th June 2025

The use of an automated lubrication solution has shown a number of benefits compared to the manual lubrication of machines, ensuring effective process monitoring and timely, accurate lubrication.... 


The Lakewood processing plant
Black Cat creates COO role, provides Lakewood processing update
20th June 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

ASX-listed Black Cat Syndicate has appointed mining executive Tim Mason as its new COO, bolstering the company’s leadership team as it advances the ramp-up of its Kal East and Paulsens gold... 


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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... 


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Overcoming challenges with flexible solutions
20th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While modular buildings offer mines a camp solution that can be rapidly deployed and established, modular building providers can encounter various challenges, such as logistical challenges for... 


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Programmes help address capacity deficits
20th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

In an effort to accommodate the demands of population growth, climate change and urbanisation, industry body for civil engineering professionals the South African Institution of Civil Engineering... 


Shipping containers used as gantry support
20th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

A one-off “shipping container” crane is currently under manufacture for mine maintenance by overhead crane and hoist manufacturer Condra’s authorised agent, Lynx Supply and Services, in Tanzania.... 


Unique Welding introduces new Thermamax Vulcan 1200A Dual Engine-Driven Welding Generator
Unique Welding introduces new Thermamax Vulcan 1200A Dual Engine-Driven Welding Generator
20th June 2025

The Thermamax Vulcan 1200A Dual is Unique Welding’s latest heavy-duty, locally manufactured engine-driven welder, built specifically to meet the demands of African construction sites, remote... 


African Converted Containers
African Converted Containers
20th June 2025

African Converted Containers (AC Containers) is pleased to announce their 25th anniversary in the container industry. As industry leaders, AC Containers is capable of completing any job, big or... 


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Honeymoon uranium mine restart project, Australia – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Australian uranium producer Boss Energy announced on June 18 that its Honeymoon operation had met its first-year production guidance. 


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Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines has revised down its 2025 copper production guidance, following a temporary suspension of underground mining in May. 


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Kayelekera uranium restart project, Malawi – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Advanced uranium developer Lotus Resources has advanced with cold commissioning of the uranium plant. 


Cape Town International
ACSA progressing maintenance programme across its airports
19th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Airport management company Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has reported updates on its infrastructure maintenance programme, aimed at providing immediate remedial actions and long-term... 


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Astron Energy introduces new solution for varnish
19th June 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... 


Schneider Electric new MasterPacT MTZ Active sets the benchmark for safe and sustainable power distribution
Schneider Electric new MasterPacT MTZ Active sets the benchmark for safe and sustainable power distribution
19th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has launched MasterPacT MTZ Active, a new circuit breaker designed to improve... 


The Balama operation in Mozambique
Syrah to resume graphite production in Mozambique
19th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australia-based Syrah Resources has restarted natural graphite production at its Balama operation in Mozambique, following the restoration of site access in May and the completion of preparatory... 


African Union (AU) infrastructure and energy commissioner Lerato Mataboge
Lack of belief in Africa’s economic prospects is holding the continent back, Mataboge says
18th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

It is not a deficit of resources that is holding Africa back but rather a deficit of belief in Africa’s prospects as a formidable player in the global political economy, African Union (AU)... 


Boeing and Angola sign strategic commercial aviation partnership
18th June 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

US aerospace giant Boeing announced (at the Paris Airshow) that it has signed a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation with Angola’s Ministry of Transport on Wednesday. The purpose of the agreement is... 


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Airlink to significantly enlarge its fleet with next-generation airliners
18th June 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African regional and domestic airline Airlink is to significantly expand and modernise its fleet, and increase its capacity, by leasing ten new next-generation Embraer E195-E2 smaller... 


Versatile workhorses: how telehandlers are transforming South African agriculture
Versatile workhorses: how telehandlers are transforming South African agriculture
18th June 2025

In a sector where productivity and reliability are paramount, South African farmers are increasingly turning to multipurpose machinery to meet growing demands. Among these,... 


Boss meets first-year Honeymoon guidance
Boss meets first-year Honeymoon guidance
18th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australian uranium producer Boss Energy on Wednesday announced that its Honeymoon operation had met its first-year production guidance of 850 000 lb of uranium oxide (U3O8). The guidance, which... 


Lotus' Kayelekera project, in Malawi
Lotus nears hot commissioning of Kayelekera plant, opts for owner-operated model
17th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Ahead of ASX-listed Lotus Resources restarting production at the Kayelekera uranium mine, in Malawi, the company has advanced with cold commissioning of the plant and is due to complete hot... 


Rolls-Royce Power Systems opens significant new facility in South Africa
17th June 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Rolls-Royce Power Systems has announced that it has opened a new regional headquarters and training centre in Johannesburg. The new facility will support the growing numbers of the group’s... 


Webinar panelists highlight how clean hydraulic oil, advanced filtration media and localised solutions transform reliability and performance in mining operations
Use of high-quality filters optimise hydraulic systems in harsh environments
17th June 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Donaldson and FHS highlight filtration solutions that extend component life, reduce downtime 


Why C&I Solar PV System Performance Matters
Why C&I Solar PV System Performance Matters
17th June 2025

By: David Raphael - Managing Director of SOLTRAK Solar PV systems have become almost synonymous with sustainability and savings, particularly in the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector. But... 


Rolls-Royce launches upgrades that significantly increase Trent 1000 engine reliability
13th June 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

UK-based global major propulsion and power systems group Rolls-Royce announced on Thursday the launch of the first of two Durability Enhancement Packages for its Trent 1000 aeroengines. This will... 


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Transport sector shows signs of stabilisation amid ongoing structural challenges – index
13th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

After declining for eight consecutive months to reach a revised index level of 113.5 in January, the lowest level since December 2022, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (TFI) increased in each... 


 United Manganese of Kalahari CEO Malcolm Curror
Collaborative CSR is a national strategic imperative – UMK
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

As South Africa faces mounting economic pressure, exacerbated most recently by the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF’s) latest downgrade, corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategic... 


DA calls for urgent action, accountability for defence’s operational breakdown
DA calls for urgent action, accountability for defence’s operational breakdown
13th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Democratic Alliance (DA) on Friday expressed concern at the accelerating collapse of South Africa’s defence capabilities, calling for urgent action, real investment, and accountability. DA... 


Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
13th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Business Chamber says it is deeply saddened at the proposed closure of the Goodyear tyre plant in Kariega. CEO Denise van Huyssteen says a section189A process has been... 


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Sanral engages SMMEs ahead of R500m Free State road upgrades
13th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has shared what its R500-million investment on Free State roads will entail over the next year.   Having started with projects in the... 


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Smart pneumatics lowers downtime, energy use
13th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Local manufacturers are increasingly adopting smart pneumatics to modernise operations, reduce unplanned downtime and improve energy efficiency, says fluid control systems manufacturer Bürkert.... 


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Contractor outlines strategies to address infrastructure challenges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Carefully coordinated efforts are required to sufficiently address South Africa’s bridge infrastructure challenges and this encompasses regular maintenance, innovative construction techniques and... 


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New tech addresses labour gaps, sustainability
13th June 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Labour shortages and sustainability are the two major trends shaping the future of hydraulics and pneumatics in Africa, says fluid control solutions supplier Danfoss. “The industry is seeing fewer... 


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Clean hydraulic fluids emerging as a key efficiency enabler
13th June 2025

Advanced lubricants are playing an increasingly important role in supporting industrial efficiency and enhancing equipment reliability, lubricant distributor Atlas Oil reports. The South African... 


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Cadet programme continues to empower Mpumalanga youth
13th June 2025 By: Halima Frost

Owing to its notable success and an overwhelming demand from host communities in and around Piet Retief, in Mpumalanga, the Kangra Cadet Programme – implemented by high-quality energy coal producer... 


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Association outlines upside to using zinc-based materials for roads, bridges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

More civil and design engineers should specify the use of galvanised steel structures and hot-dip galvanised reinforcing steel for road and bridge infrastructure, says industry organisation... 


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South Africa’s national mineral researchers deserve a big pat on the back
13th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Mintek’s world-leading use of zero-emission hydrogen and aluminium as reductants is demonstrative of South Africa leading the way in the production of manganese ferroalloys with a carbon-free... 


Sewage spillages decline as Emfuleni infrastructure gets major overhaul
13th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS’s) interventions to mitigate the significant water and sanitation challenges in Emfuleni local municipality are starting to reduce incidents of sewage... 


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Holistic mixing strategies required for road, bridge durability
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The need for asphalt manufacturers to ensure high-quality asphalt mix production, adhere to performance-based specifications, and incorporate sustainable practices to minimise environmental impacts... 


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... 


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