Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reveals that manufacturing production decreased by 3.3% year-on-year in January. The petroleum, chemical, rubber and plastics division was the largest negative... 

By: Wangari Muchiri - Africa Director at Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)  and Niveshen Govender, CEO of South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) Introduction: 

South Africa will spend R1-billion to support the local production of new-energy vehicles and batteries, as well as related manufacturing projects, the National Treasury said on Wednesday. The... 

JSE-listed paper and plastics packaging and recycling company Mpact has reported a 4% year-on-year increase in revenue to R13.3-billion for the year ended December 31, 2024, despite a challenging... 

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber has said that digital transformation requires more than just technology, noting that by the time of the next national and provincial elections in 2029, the... 

After announcing a €300-million senior notes offer on March 3, JSE-listed pulp and paper producer Sappi has successfully priced the bond offering for its subsidiary Sappi Papier Holding, allowing... 

There is no one-size-fits all approach to incorporating sustainable energy into a business. Each company must assess its specific energy needs, operational constraints, and long-term goals to... 

While government has made progress in improving policies affecting the built environment, such as the Public Procurement Act, Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) CEO Chris Campbell warns that... 

As sustainability grows in importance for the packaging industry, innovation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Propak Africa, set to take place from 11-14 March at the Johannesburg Expo... 

Packaging and printing play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, supporting industries from retail to agriculture and manufacturing. Businesses are increasingly seeking smarter, more... 

South Africa produced an estimated 3.6-million tonnes of uncollected domestic waste in 2020, and at least one-million tonnes of plastics and one-million tonnes of paper are not recycled every year.... 

The majority of South African electricity is generated through fossil fuels – particularly coal – contributing to the rapid warming of the planet, extreme weather patterns, rising sea levels, and... 

Petrochemicals giant Sasol is set to face significant headwinds at its Sasolburg and Secunda operations in the coming decade, including a R30-billion-a-year carbon tax cost. Researchers, having... 

Packaging and paper group Mondi has reported a 13% year-on-year decrease in underlying earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) to €1.05-billion for the year ended... 

Chilean state-run copper giant Codelco and London-listed miner Anglo American are set to announce a deal to jointly operate neighboring copper mines in central Chile, according to a report by... 

The 2025 Budget documents show that Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana planned to add an extra R46.7-billion in funding for infrastructure projects over the next three years. In his undelivered... 

It is crucial that Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana introduce the long-promised financial incentives in his Budget speech that will accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), as well as... 

Given the current energy pricing landscape in South Africa, industrial machinery manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions is committed to partnering with South African businesses to enhance their future... 

Having integrated a strategic environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) transformation framework into its overarching strategy and business processes, logistics company Grindrod has... 

South African businesses face several challenges related to the supply of energy that powers their operations. FNB Commercial sustainability head Kyle Durham explores key challenges unpacked in... 

The Bidvest Group brings together a broad range of focussed packaging and labelling solutions under the Bidvest Packaging brand at the largest trade expo, Propak Africa 2025 at Johannesburg Expo... 

Platinum group metals (PGMs)  – which are hosted and mined overwhelmingly in South Africa – have recycling rates approaching the 100% mark in some applications, with the carbon intensity of PGM... 

Paper and plastics packaging and recycling business Mpact’s shares have become available for trade on A2X Markets from February 11. "We are delighted to welcome Mpact to our market today and look... 

Lithium-ion batteries, while highly energy-dense and efficient, can occasionally malfunction or become damaged. When this happens, a chain reaction called thermal runaway can occur, leading to a... 

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busisiwe Mavuso believes Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address (SoNA) on February 6 was “a display of unity by the Government of National Unity... 

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address (SoNA), delivered on February 6, has been met with cautious optimism. The Bureau of Economic Research (BER) commended the SoNA’s focus on the... 

Although global macroeconomic conditions were unfavourable during the first quarter of paper manufacturer Sappi’s 2025 financial year, the company reported improved year-on-year profitability... 

A new report from coloured gemstones miner Gemfields on the emerald, ruby and sapphire markets “… serves as a reminder of how far the coloured gemstone industry still has to go to reach the levels... 

The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (Amec) has welcomed the Western Australian government’s announcement of a trial aimed at streamlining the approvals process for mining projects.... 

Industry body South Africa Wine has expressed serious concerns about the potential impact on the wine industry’s sustainability and competitiveness, in response to National Treasury’s proposed... 

( Virtual Showroom ) Condra is to manufacture a second overhead crane for Tongaat Hulett’s Maidstone sugar mill, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The order is for a 23-metre-span double‑girder electric... 

Offshore projects are a key segment for engineering products and services provider BMG’s dedicated Tools & Equipment: Lifting and Rigging division, demanding specialist solutions for safe and... 

Telly Chauke has taken over the role of CEO of producer responsibility and recycling organisation Petco, with effect from January 1. Chauke, who is an experienced sustainability specialist, joined... 

You might wonder why a regular fire extinguisher, the kind you might have in your home or workplace, can't handle lithium-ion battery fires. SafeQuip,  a leading distributor of fire-related... 

The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) is proposing the use of digital badges as a way of recognising and verifying artisans' achievements, skills and competencies. The... 

The South African automotive industry, a significant contributor to South Africa’s GDP, faces critical challenges, such as a persistent decline in qualified artisans, which threatens to disrupt the... 

Driving a transition to a just and more sustainable minerals value chain in Africa can be a key catalyst towards protecting human rights and delivering a sustainable future worldwide, highlights... 

South Africa’s market-leading automotive manufacturer Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has unveiled new models of vehicles that will enter the market throughout the year, including more hybrid... 

Despite State-owned enterprises (SOEs) having come under great scrutiny in the last decade, they still have a critical industrialisation role to play. “Demand from SOEs still presents a massive... 

South Africa’s energy landscape is poised for transformation in 2025, driven by regulatory changes, advancements in technology and the urgent need to address the country’s long-standing energy... 

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says it will have business plans in place by the middle of this year to take over the management of passenger rail services in the metro. This follows the city... 

Water and wastewater treatment specialist Talbot works with water intensive industries to build their resilience in the face of rising water scarcity.  It prides itself as an organisation that...