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Scientifically engineered liners enhance beneficiation
23rd May 2025

Among other countries, minerals processing equipment manufacturer Multotec supplies scientifically engineered rubber mill and scrubber liners to mining operations in Botswana. These liners have... 


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From nearly empty six months ago, Vaal dam brims after heavy rains
23rd May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

In less than six months, the water storage level of South Africa’s Vaal dam surged from less than 30% capacity in December to overflowing, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to... 


Delba
DELBA Electrical’s expertise in rewinding a 17 MW stator – a showcase of engineering excellence
23rd May 2025

Large electrical rotating machine refurbisher DELBA Electrical continues to set new benchmarks in refurbishing of large electrical rotating machines.  A recent project at its Alrode Large Machines... 


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From nearly empty six months ago, Vaal dam brims after heavy rains
23rd May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

In less than six months, the water storage level of South Africa’s Vaal dam surged from less than 30% capacity in December to overflowing, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to... 


Shuka CEO Richard Lloyd (left) interviewed by Mining Weekly's Martin Creamer. Video: Darlene Creamer.
Newly JSE-listed Shuka says experiencing supportive Zambian govt approach to mining
22nd May 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s (JSE's) newly listed Shuka Minerals states in its listing presentation that it is already experiencing the “fresh approach” of the government of Zambia to mining... 


A Reliable Water Supply: The Make-or-Break in Building Metros Across South Africa
A Reliable Water Supply: The Make-or-Break in Building Metros Across South Africa
22nd May 2025

(Virtual Showroom) South Africa's urban centres, regardless of size, encounter substantial water supply challenges. Though the larger cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban frequently make... 


BMG powers up at Nampo 2025
BMG powers up at Nampo 2025
22nd May 2025

The BMG team was highly prominent at this year’s Nampo agricultural show, held near Bothaville recently. “This prestigious event, which is considered one of the largest agricultural exhibitions in... 


Water starts flowing after Lesotho tunnel maintenance concludes
21st May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The process of refilling the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) tunnel with water has started following the completion of the months-long maintenance progress. Water from Lesotho arrived at the... 


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Integrating power and data transmission to simplify connectivity
21st May 2025

Reliable cabling can be critical to the success of automation and drive system installations to ensure the elimination of delays, faults and inefficiencies, says drive and automation technology... 


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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,... 


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... 


The crushing and screening circuit at Blackjack.
Native Minerals targets first gold from Blackjack in Q3
21st May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Native Mineral Resources advancing towards first gold production at its Blackjack project in Queensland, with site commissioning set to begin in late May and mining activities scheduled... 


The Koeberg power plant
South Africa will reactivate the PBMR small modular reactor project
20th May 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa is lifting its Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PBMR) out of care and maintenance, Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosienstsho Ramokgopa confirmed, almost in passing, on Tuesday. He was... 


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GE Vernova modernises Sasol's Secunda power plant in South Africa
20th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Energy equipment manufacturing company GE Vernova has successfully completed the modernisation of global energy and chemical company Sasol’s Secunda power plant, in Mpumalanga. The modernisation... 


WearCheck introduces advanced Legionella testing to safeguard water quality
WearCheck introduces advanced Legionella testing to safeguard water quality
20th May 2025

(Virtual Showroom) WearCheck Water, a division of leading condition monitoring specialist, WearCheck, has expanded its expertise in water analysis with the introduction of Legionella pneumophila... 


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TPT handling 21% more citrus exports than last year
20th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

State-owned Transnet Port Terminals’ (TPT’s) container sector has begun handling South Africa’s 2025 citrus exports, with a 21% increase in year-on-year volumes handled in April. Each year, vessels... 


City of Cape Town calls for public comment on proposed wastewater treatment facilities operator appointments
19th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has invited comment on a proposal to appoint external service providers for the operation and maintenance of four wastewater-related... 


Electric forklifts lead the charge in materials handling
Electric forklifts lead the charge in materials handling
19th May 2025

As industries transition toward more sustainable and efficient operations, electric forklifts powered by lithium-ion batteries are leading the change. With zero emissions, faster charging times and... 


Why asset tracking is key to driving operational excellence and sustainable growth
Why asset tracking is key to driving operational excellence and sustainable growth
19th May 2025

By: Sarika Andhee - Marketing Leader: Field Service at Schneider Electric Asset tracking plays a critical role in the success of industrial businesses. By effectively managing and monitoring... 


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Hydrox nearing commercialisation of hydrogen technology, opportunities abound for saving curtailed energy
19th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Hydrogen technology company Hydrox Holdings is progressing the development of its pioneer Divergent-Electrode-Flow-Through (DEFT) hydrogen technology, a membrane-less electrolyser, with the company... 


ACTOM EPC to debut at Enlit Africa 2025 with turnkey power solutions for a resilient grid
ACTOM EPC to debut at Enlit Africa 2025 with turnkey power solutions for a resilient grid
16th May 2025

At this critical juncture where South Africa is poised to modernise its power infrastructure, ACTOM’s Engineering Projects and Contracts (EPC) Division will be showcasing its capabilities for the... 


Low-power IHP heat pump smart geyser launched by partnership
16th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

A 200 ℓ integrated heat pump (IHP) geyser, developed by alternative and renewable power solutions company Power4Less, uses 600 W of power an hour. It uses nano heat pumping technology and uses only... 


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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Advanced contactor solution set to revolutionise motor management
16th May 2025

An advanced contactor solution designed to revolutionise motor management by offering improved efficiency, reliability, simplicity and sustainability has been unveiled by energy management and... 


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Solution tackles sticky ore challenge
16th May 2025

A gold mining operation in the Caribbean recently faced a challenge at one of its transfer points, where sticky ore - especially problematic during the hot summer months - was causing blockages and... 


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Firm’s industrial valves improve operationality, efficiency
16th May 2025

Industrial solutions provider BMG’s Fluid Technology division supplies and supports an extensive range of components for fluid technology systems and general industrial applications. BMG’s strategy... 


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AI-driven platform to transform asset reliability
16th May 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Marking a decade of operating in Zambia’s mining sector, global asset integrity management and industrial solutions firm Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) is gearing up to launch its DGC... 


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Firm expands hygienic valve portfolio
16th May 2025

Swedish manufacturing company Alfa Laval is extending its range of valve-related offerings to clients in the industrial, home and food and beverage sectors, with its new leakage detection butterfly... 


The above image depicts DA Gauteng shadow MEC for Community Safety Crezane Bosch
Political party opposes proposed amendments
16th May 2025 By: Lynne Davies

In its opposition to the draft amendments to the Private Security Regulations, proposed by regulatory body the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority last month, political party the... 


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Pump packing delivers material advances and operational benefits
16th May 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

Equipment reliability is paramount in the mining industry, where operations face constant wear and extreme conditions. From gold extraction in Zimbabwe to copper mining in Zambia and diamond... 


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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... 


The above image depicts Galix managed security services operations manager Nemanja Krstić
Penetration testing service grows with rising security demands
16th May 2025 By: Lynne Davies

As the volume and complexity of cyberthreats continue to grow, many organisations are now adopting Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) – a model that supports more frequent, flexible and... 


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Digital valve amplifiers improve work processes
16th May 2025

Equipment manufacturing company WEBER-HYDRAULIK is introducing a new solution that allows for switching and proportional valves to be controlled remotely, using a laptop, smartphone or through... 


Syrah targets Balama graphite restart by end of June quarter
15th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Syrah Resources is aiming to resume natural graphite production at its Balama operation in Mozambique before the end of the June 2025 quarter, following the restoration of site access... 


Ben Selier, VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
As load shedding looms, UPS systems are key to keeping SA’s automotive industry up and running
15th May 2025

By Ben Selier, VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric With the persistent threat of load shedding, South Africa’s automotive sector could face new disruptions, as production... 


Afrimat CEO Andries van Heerden
Afrimat reports lower operating profit but expects improvement going forward
15th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

Midtier mining and materials company Afrimat has reported a significant decline in operating profit for the 12 months ended February 28. Group revenue increased by 36.7% from R6.1-billion in the... 


Resources Watch
Resources Watch
15th May 2025

This week: Barrick’s drill bit adds 111-million gold equivalent ounces at a mere $10/oz; Eskom aims to smooth maintenance profile after difficult summer; and the good gold price is providing much... 


EV charging station
Colloquium participants discuss future of fleet management amid new technologies
14th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid technological transformation and evolving business, fleet management is a more complex and, consequently, critical sector to prioritise. This was the topic of discussion at the inaugural... 


bissie tin project
Alphamin reports production decline owing to DRC security concerns
14th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed Alphamin has reported an 18% quarter-on-quarter decline in high-grade tin concentrate production from the Bisie tin mine, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), for the first... 


Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Johan Potgieter,
Digital twins in manufacturing – design, optimise and expand
14th May 2025

By Johan Potgieter, Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Digital twin technology can help create better products, fast.  It can transform the work of product development too.  A... 


Eskom CEO Dan Marokane
Outage slippages blamed for sixth bout of loadshedding of 2025
14th May 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has fingered cumulative outage slippages of 3 100 MW as the reason behind South Africa’s latest bout of loadshedding – the sixth this year.... 


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... 


Diamond market slump 'real challenge', but recovery coming, says Mountain Province CEO
Diamond market slump 'real challenge', but recovery coming, says Mountain Province CEO
14th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Mountain Province Diamonds is betting on a market rebound with CEO Mark Wall expressing optimism that global economic conditions will improve and lift diamond demand. “The diamond market remained... 


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Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD

For over 30 years, Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD has been designing, manufacturing, supplying and maintaining specialist...

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Flameblock
Flameblock

FlameBlock is a proudly South African company that engineers, manufactures and supplies fire intumescent and retardant products to the fire...

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Weir

Weir is a global leader in mining technology. We recognise that our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that...

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M and J Mining

M and J Mining are leading suppliers of physical support systems as used by the underground mining industry. Our selection of products are not...

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Rentech provides renewable energy products and services to the local and selected African markets. Supplying inverters, lithium and lead-acid...

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Condra Cranes

ISO-certified Condra manufactures overhead cranes, portal cranes, cantilever cranes and crane components: hoists, drives, end-carriages, brakes and...

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