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Komatsu - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Xolile Dikobe Position: Komatsu Mining Technologies senior procurement officer Main activity of company: Original-equipment manufacturer of underground mining equipment Date and place of birth:... 


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Seriti Green - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Our people and cutting-edge technology set us apart.  The cornerstone of Seriti Green’s success lies in our combination of expert personnel and advanced technology. Our unique wind mapping... 


Local sourcing needs some type of concession to support local industry – Makhubu
7th August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Goods that are produced locally using locally sourced materials are likely to have higher production costs. This has a bearing on taxation and, if goods are to be sourced locally, there needs to be... 


Cabinet approves support package for exporters exposed to US tariffs as talks continue
Cabinet approves support package for exporters exposed to US tariffs as talks continue
7th August 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The South African government will on Monday August 11 unveil the support measures for companies and workers affected by the imposition of 30% reciprocal tariffs by the US on South African exports... 


Schneider Electric’s new TeSys Deca Advanced – the motor control solution optimised for East Africa’s industrial environments
Schneider Electric’s new TeSys Deca Advanced – the motor control solution optimised for East Africa’s industrial environments
7th August 2025

Schneider Electric East Africa has launched the new TeSys Deca Advanced, a smart, reliable, and energy-efficient motor control solution designed to simplify industrial operations and reduce... 


Australia to invest A$50m to boost Liontown's Kathleen lithium operations
Australia to invest A$50m to boost Liontown's Kathleen lithium operations
7th August 2025 By: Reuters

The Australian government said on Thursday it will invest A$50-million in Liontown Resources to help ramp up operations and transition to underground mining at its flagship Kathleen Valley project,... 


The African Development Bank has achieved significant successes over the past decade
6th August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Outgoing African Development Bank (AfDB) president, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has highlighted the successes of the institution. His term of office ends on September 1. The bank has maintained a AAA... 


The tariff trap: Why the Minister’s electricity review doesn’t mean prices will fall – and how businesses can stay a step ahead
6th August 2025

Last month, municipal electricity customers across South Africa were hit with an 11.32% tariff hike – just months after Eskom-direct clients faced a 12.74% increase. The hikes triggered public... 


Powering Progress: Women, E-Mobility & Safer Transport in Africa
Powering Progress: Women, E-Mobility & Safer Transport in Africa
5th August 2025

In honour of Women’s Month, the WomenIN Movement announces a special webinar: “Powering Progress: Women, EMobility & Safer Transport in Africa.” This online event—designed with women in mind and... 


Why did copper escape US tariffs when aluminium did not?
Why did copper escape US tariffs when aluminium did not?
5th August 2025 By: Reuters

A US decision last week to exempt refined copper metal from import duties is in contrast to an earlier move to levy steep duties on aluminium, and highlights the central importance of electricity... 


Filling Without the Fails: How VEGA Streamlines Bulk Packaging in Pharma & Cosmetics
Filling Without the Fails: How VEGA Streamlines Bulk Packaging in Pharma & Cosmetics
5th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Authorities like the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), the FDA (in the USA), and the EMA (in Europe) impose strict requirements on pharmaceutical and... 


Lynas Rare Earths general manager of development Alex Logan speaking at the Diggers and Dealers conference on Tuesday.
‘Rest of world’ rare earths market finally taking shape, says Lynas
5th August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australian rare earths producer Lynas Rare Earths is well-positioned to meet the growing demand from a maturing “rest of world” market, with projects advancing in key regions outside China and new... 


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Mpact’s interim trading, profitability impacted by challenging trading environment
4th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Paper and plastics packaging business and recycler Mpact says it continued to face a persistently challenging trading environment during the six months ended June 30, resulting in trading and... 


Growth in global air cargo continued in June, but at a 'modest' rate – IATA
1st August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Despite trade disruptions, global total air cargo demand continued an upward trend in June, albeit by only 0.8%, year-on-year (y-o-y), the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has... 


SEW-EURODRIVE’s recent African regional workshop in Johannesburg brought together teams from across the continent for hands-on product training and cross-border knowledge sharing
Building skills and sharing knowledge key to SEW-EURODRIVE’s growth in Africa
1st August 2025

Operating successfully in Africa demands far more than the delivery of products or technology - it requires a deep understanding of local conditions, proactive skills development and sustained... 


A factory in Africa
Manufacturing PMI returns to growth in July amid demand rebound, but jobs and outlook weaken
1st August 2025 By: Darren Parker

The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) edged above the 50-point mark and recorded an expansion for the first time in nine months, increasing by 2.3 points to 50.8 in July,... 


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Blencowe signs graphite offtake agreement with UK-based firm
1st August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed Blencowe Resources has signed a nonbinding agreement for the offtake of natural fine flake concentrate from its Orom-Cross graphite project, in Uganda, with UK-based advanced... 


China 2025 copper output set to hit record high despite feedstock shortages
China 2025 copper output set to hit record high despite feedstock shortages
1st August 2025 By: Reuters

China's refined copper output is set to hit a record high in 2025, analysts say, as its giant smelting sector powers through a global shortage of copper ore that is forcing some overseas... 


US President Donald Trump and Canada PM Mark Carney pictured together at a G7 meeting in June.
Trump increases tariff on Canada to 35% from 25%
1st August 2025 By: Reuters

US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order increasing tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% from 25% on all products not covered by the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement, the White... 


Valves in use on a mine site
Collaborative approach, valve innovation improving performance
1st August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As mining operations extend into harsher and more remote environments in their search for new mineral discoveries, the role of high-performance, durable and locally made valves is becoming more... 


A Mine site where the valves are used.
SA-engineered pinch valves set reliability benchmark in gold mining
1st August 2025

A set of hydraulically operated Corflex pinch valves, installed in 2018 at a major North African gold mine, has delivered seven years of uninterrupted service in one of the continent’s most... 


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Automotive components sector gearing for bumper event
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The 2025 National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) Show will for the first time be hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay, at the Boardwalk International Convention... 


a metal steel cut chair frame for a car
Manufacturer anticipates good connections
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

The 2025 iteration of the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) Show will be attended by automotive components manufacturers and suppliers from across South... 


The above image depicts a production line for AfriSam
Cement manufacturer drives durable, low-carbon solutions
1st August 2025

In South Africa’s built environment, cement is one of the “most unappreciated yet critical components” states cement manufacturer AfriSam sales and marketing executive Richard Tomes. “It is central... 


AIDC-EC CEO Thabo Shenxane
2025 venue for components show integral to area’s development
1st August 2025 By: Halima Frost

In line with its corporate mandate to facilitate collaboration between private and public entities in the automotive sector, the Automotive Industry Development Centre – Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) has... 


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Green hydrogen project, South Africa – update
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Keren Energy has made significant progress in the development of its green hydrogen production facility. 


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Titanium beneficiation complex, South Africa – update
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Plant erection is expected to start later this year. 


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Project Roadrunner, US
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is forecast to become the world’s biggest e-fuels production facility when operational. 


AMSA production plant
AMSA’s decarbonisation plans on hold while long steel crisis persists
31st July 2025 By: Darren Parker

Steelmaker ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) is effectively putting its ambitious decarbonisation plans on hiatus while it figures out how to navigate the crisis surrounding the impending closure... 


NAACAM SHOW 2025 to be held in SA’s automotive industry hub for the first time
31st July 2025

It’s all systems go for the NAACAM SHOW 2025, the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM)’s showcase of South Africa’s automotive component manufacturing... 


Carbon has become part of the cost of doing business – and, increasingly, part of the value too
31st July 2025

By Renai Moothilal, CEO, NAACAM Carbon rules are reshaping global trade, and automotive component manufacturers must adapt or risk falling behind. Interim results from a new NAACAM-led readiness... 


Mine haul truck engine rebuild at Cummins South Africa
Cummins South Africa on track to rebuild 120 engines at Midrand centre this year
31st July 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Integrated power solutions company Cummins South Africa is on track to rebuild 120 engines this year at its Master Rebuilt Centre (MRC), in Midrand. The facility has the capacity to rebuild 14... 


WearCheck Technical Bulletin: CRUDE AWAKENING Part  2
WearCheck Technical Bulletin: CRUDE AWAKENING Part 2
31st July 2025

By: Rivendren Wayne Moodley – diagnostician, WearCheck (Virtual Showroom) In a world constantly in motion, where ambition shapes empires and innovation fuels the future, there exists a silent... 


A panel of experts in a Creamer Media-hosted webinar unpacks how South Africa’s renewable energy landscape is changing
Progress and barriers as South African energy market begins to shift
31st July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's energy market is changing and becoming more diversified, but barriers and significant constraints also remain ahead on the journey to shape a reliable, inclusive, competitive and... 


Zimbabwean capital Harare
Logistical challenges, shortage of big contractors impacting construction in Africa – report
31st July 2025 By: Irma Venter

Logistical limitations and a lack of supply-chain capacity in the African construction market risk creating a barrier to investment, says a new report from global professional services firm Turner... 


AMSA's Newcastle Works
ArcelorMittal South Africa says on course to close long steel plants in September
31st July 2025 By: Reuters

ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) said on Thursday it is still on track to close its loss-making long steel operations in September, as talks with the government have not provided a solution. The... 


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Southern African Vinyls Association
31st July 2025

The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) and the Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) are pleased to announce their highly anticipated joint industry conference,... 


Egypt seeks to stimulate green hydrogen, and derivatives, production
30th July 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Egypt is seeking to position itself as a major hub for the production of green hydrogen and green ammonia (the latter being produced using the former as a feedstock; green ammonia is also much... 


A Cure for Measurement Headaches in Contract Manufacturing: A Perfect Prescription with VEGA
A Cure for Measurement Headaches in Contract Manufacturing: A Perfect Prescription with VEGA
30th July 2025

(Virtual Showroom)A contract manufacturing organisation (CMO) provides support to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in the manufacturing of medications, formulations, and substances.... 


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Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory
29th July 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

State-owned Transnet Engineering (TE) launched its South African National Accreditation System- (Sanas-) accredited material testing laboratory at its Koedoespoort plant, on July 29. Initially... 


Invincible Valves offers service excellence and flexibility,  enhancing customers’ bottom line
Invincible Valves offers service excellence and flexibility, enhancing customers’ bottom line
29th July 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Invincible Valves was established in 1982 and has since grown into a medium-sized enterprise located in Knights, Germiston. Invincible Valves prides itself on service excellence... 


Kumba Iron Ore CE Mpumi Zikalala.
Kumba Iron Ore reports R7.9bn half-year free cash flow, declares R5.3bn dividend
29th July 2025 By: Martin Creamer

In an environment characterised by global economic uncertainty and market volatility, South Africa’s high-flying Kumba Iron Ore is very well positioned to continue delivering stakeholder value amid... 


South Ocean Electric Wire installs seamless grid-to-backup switch solution at its Alrode facility
29th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed cable manufacturer South Ocean Electric Wire (SOEW) has completed a solar installation at one of its facilities that can seamlessly switch from grid to backup power instantly. The... 


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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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Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa is sole distributors for Goodwin electrically driven, submersible, abrasion resistance slurry pumps.

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We are responsible manufacturers of essential components. Manufacturing 80 million parts a week, we have over 1 billion parts in stock.

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Multotec, recognised industry leaders in metallurgy and process engineering help mining houses across the world process minerals more efficiently,...

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