The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) has approved African Chemical’s (AfriChem’s) application for the creation of a rebate facility on caustic soda. Itac notes... 

The high performance cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) material is the most common insulation used in medium voltage (MV) cables between 6.6kV to 33kV mainly because of its impressive mechanical and... 

By: Meluleki Nzimande & Megan Jarvis - Partners at Webber Wentzel The hostile disposition of the United States' (US) President Donald Trump towards South Africa raises serious concerns about the... 

Several speakers participating in the Gauteng Investment Conference, last week, said clear, measurable objectives for public, private and public-private projects are necessary to hold all parties... 

The Competition Tribunal has unconditionally approved the proposed merger whereby Mpact Operations intends to increase its shareholding in Seyfert Corrugated Western Cape. Mpact Operations is... 

South Africa’s rejigged green hydrogen corridor project, Project Rhynbow, has been shortlisted for just energy transition (JET) investment project funding, this week’s Platinum Group Metals (PGM)... 

Small and medium-sized digital business tools company Yoco has added a range of new features to its platform. The tools connect and share data to provide business owners with real-time insight into... 

Recognising the strategic importance of diversified major Rio Tinto’s multi-stakeholder development of its Guinea-based Simandou project, logistics and transportation services provider MSC Guinea... 

Crane manufacturer Condra is set to manufacture a second overhead crane for sugar producer Tongaat Hulett’s Maidstone sugar mill, in KwaZulu-Natal, to enhance operational capacity, resulting in... 

Off-grid sanitation technology is now operational at two pilot sites in Strandfontein and Macassar, with three new sites to be added by the end of June, says the City of Cape Town (CoCT). The city... 

As a division of EMVAfrica, Multi Alloys has been at the forefront of the special alloys industry for over 32 years. We are more than just suppliers—we are solution providers committed to... 

Coated materials play a pivotal role in shaping, refining and perfecting a vast array of materials. From aerospace engineering to furniture craftsmanship, these high-performing abrasives have... 

By: Erick Wessels - Sales Director, RS South Africa The transport sector is responsible for an increasing share of the world’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and, from 2010 to 2019, it was the... 

JSE-listed packaging and paper producer Mondi has completed the acquisition of the Western Europe packaging assets of Schumacher Packaging. The deal effectively expands Mondi’s footprint and... 

The South African pulp and paper sector continues to play a vital role in the country’s economy, providing essential materials for packaging, printing and hygiene products, as well as innovative... 

South Africa’s paper and pulp industry is a vital economic sector, with the adoption of sustainable practices, such as improved energy efficiency, having bolstered its resilience despite challenges... 

The demand for sustainable solutions in packaging has “never been higher”, according to recycling industry automated sorting system and machine specialist, Stadler. This increase in demand for... 

Offering a variety of services for the pulp drying process, including workshop reconditioning services, rolls, roll covers as well as roll maintenance and upgrade services, industrial equipment... 

By offering a comprehensive range of IKO Nippon Thompson’s linear guides, runner blocks and associated products, industrial equipment and services supplier BMG’s bearings division helps the paper,... 

In this opinion article, Dr Wikus Kruger outlines the key reforms needed to address the current problems with South Africa’s once highly-respected programme for the public procurement of... 

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, launched the Women Technology and Innovation Programme (WTIP) on March 26, an initiative... 

Glencore’s Hail Creek coal mine in Australia emits between three and eight times more methane than it reports, according to a new study, calling into question the accuracy of conventional... 

Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber on Tuesday called technology “our greatest ally” in the fight against fraud and corruption, as he addressed the launch of the Border Management and... 

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement could play a crucial role in addressing key sustainable development challenges in Africa, the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) 2025... 

When public and private resources are mobilised, they must be directed to projects that result in sustainable change, says Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busisiwe Mavuso. In her latest... 

South Africa must establish a diversified energy mix, which entails responsibly leveraging its regional endowments, such as coal and gas, while scaling up cleaner energy sources in a phased... 

Off-grid sanitation technology is now operational at two pilot sites in Strandfontein and Macassar, with three new sites to be added by the end of June, says the City of Cape Town (CoCT). The city... 

In an effort to integrate South Africa’s informal businesses into the formal economy, an app has been created to help connect skilled informal workers such as electricians, plumbers, and... 

Anglo American is planning more job cuts at its corporate office, as it restructures its business by selling assets and spinning off its platinum unit. The company has sent notices to employees who... 

As many regions across South Africa, including the City of Johannesburg and eThekwini, continue to grapple with significant water supply challenges and extended outages, the growing threat of water... 

As many regions across South Africa, including the City of Johannesburg and eThekwini, continue to grapple with significant water supply challenges and extended outages, the growing threat of water... 

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....