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Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson
Macpherson says property investment vehicle will unlock value from R155bn State portfolio
18th February 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has provided some more high-level details on a plan to use a ringfenced property investment vehicle to begin to unlock value from the... 


City Lodge Hotels, SATSA and Sigma mark SMME partnership milestone
City Lodge Hotels, SATSA and Sigma mark SMME partnership milestone
17th February 2026

The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA), in partnership with City Lodge Hotels and implementation partner Sigma International celebrated a powerful milestone in South Africa’s... 


Practical steps to building a data foundation for business AI
Practical steps to building a data foundation for business AI
16th February 2026

By: Wayne Meisel - Chief of Staff & Senior Business Manager at SAP Africa As more South African organisations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, they are confronted by a... 


After SONA 2026: Turning Reform into Delivery Will Define South Africa’s Next Decade
16th February 2026

By: Shameela Soobramoney - CEO, National Business Initiative (NBI)  The global economy has moved into a far more demanding phase of competition. Countries are no longer judged primarily on... 


Water webinar to focus on strengthening supply infrastructure and services
Water webinar to focus on strengthening supply infrastructure and services
16th February 2026

Water security has become one of South Africa’s most pressing infrastructure and economic challenges. Aging municipal systems, rising demand and climate variability are increasingly affecting... 


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Key interventions under way to stabilise Gauteng’s water supply, assures GPG
13th February 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Coordinated efforts are under way to address ongoing water supply challenges affecting parts of the metropolitans of Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane and Mogale City local municipality, says... 


Despite poor Q4, air, rail and sea freight subsectors on the mend as road freight loses ground – Ctrack index shows
13th February 2026 By: Irma Venter

After gains in seven of the nine months to September last year, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (Ctrack TFI) lost momentum in the fourth quarter (Q4), ending the year at an index level of... 


Precision Instruments Drive Africa’s Mining Future
Precision Instruments Drive Africa’s Mining Future
12th February 2026

(Virtual Showroom) As Africa’s mining sector is moving forward to meet the demands of a greener, more connected world, the need for smart, resilient, and precise process control has never been... 


Raymond Obermeyer, Managing Director of SEW-EURODRIVE
Sustainability is more than solar panels: it is about future-proofing Africa’s economy
12th February 2026

Across Africa, we find ourselves in a familiar and frustrating situation. Large global corporations are eager to access our markets and benefit from our resources yet many show little commitment to... 


Leadership Continuity: The Crucial Caveat in South Africa’s Transformation Agenda
11th February 2026

By: Kgomotso Lebele - Country Managing Director, Accenture South Africa Kgomotso Lebele, Country Managing Director for Accenture in South Africa, believes progress is built on resilience, not only... 


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Virginia gas project, South Africa – update
6th February 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

ASP Isotopes has reported material operational progress since April 2025, following bridge loan funding provided before completing its acquisition of Renergen.  


South Africa’s water crisis may be severe, but the tools to fix it are already in place – Xylem
6th February 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa has the means to address water issues through minor and major actions that can be undertaken at the national, local, business and individual levels – similar to the response to its... 


South Africa’s water wake-up call: ignored warnings, failing infrastructure and the cost of inaction
5th February 2026

The widespread water disruptions experienced across Gauteng this past week are not an isolated incident, nor can they be blamed solely on routine maintenance by Rand Water. They are the inevitable... 


Transnet group COO Solly Letsoalo, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, Transnet group CE Michelle Pillips, Transnet Pipelines CE Sibongiseni Khathi and Transnet chairperson Andile Sangqu
Transnet Pipelines celebrates 60 years of service
5th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Transnet Pipelines (TPL) celebrated its sixtieth year of service to South Africa’s fuel and energy sector on February 5 and hosted a high-level business and stakeholder engagement session to... 


Minerals Council South Africa CEO Mzila Mthenjane.
South Africa at pivotal point in evolution of its mining industry, says Minerals Council
4th February 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Mining built South Africa once. With clarity, confidence, and coherent policy, mining can help to build South Africa’s future again – and do so inclusively. A successful and growing mining industry... 


Despite poor Q4, air, rail and sea freight on the mend as road freight loses ground – Ctrack index
Despite poor Q4, air, rail and sea freight on the mend as road freight loses ground – Ctrack index
3rd February 2026 By: Irma Venter

After gains in seven of the nine months to September last year, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (Ctrack TFI) lost momentum in the fourth quarter (Q4), ending the year at an index level of... 


Infrastructure Africa 2026: Unlocking Africa's Multi-Trillion Dollar Infrastructure Pipeline
Infrastructure Africa 2026: Unlocking Africa's Multi-Trillion Dollar Infrastructure Pipeline
3rd February 2026

Africa's infrastructure sector stands at a transformative crossroads, with massive opportunities to bridge critical gaps, drive economic growth, and foster continental connectivity. The... 


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Quality risks erode plastic pipe performance
30th January 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

While advancements in polymer science and extrusion technology have improved plastic pipe performance, various industry challenges have resulted in rising quality risks that can precipitate... 


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HDPE pipes experiencing growing demand
30th January 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

Growing urbanisation and infrastructure development are driving increased demand for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes in water, sewerage and industrial pipeline systems, owing to its... 


Infrastructure Africa 2026 to Tackle the Projects, Capital and Partnerships Driving Africa’s Infrastructure Pipeline
29th January 2026

As Africa accelerates efforts to close its infrastructure gap, Infrastructure Africa 2026 will convene the continent’s most influential infrastructure stakeholders at the Cape Town International... 


M&A activity to continue, with technology disruption a strong influence – Bain & Co
27th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity is set to maintain momentum this year, with 80% of M&A executives expecting to sustain or increase deal activity, management consulting firm Bain &... 


Engineering Water Resilience: The Critical Role of Plastic Pipes
23rd January 2026

By: Jan Venter, CEO - Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) As South Africa prepares for Water Month taking place in March, the national conversation rightly focuses on... 


Major water infrastructure commissioned in North West, Limpopo municipalities
23rd January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Upgraded critical water infrastructure has been commissioned to significantly improve water security for residents of the Rustenburg local municipality, in the North West, and the Thabazimbi local... 


2026 can be South Africa’s year of water resilience, Xylem says
20th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa has the means to address water issues through minor and major actions that can happen on national, local, business and individual levels – in a manner similar to how the country... 


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Al-Belushi welcomes Saudi Arabia’s initiatives to streamline mining development across 'Super Region'
19th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Saudi Arabia Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources Mining Development Deputy Minister Abdulrahman Al-Belushi has hailed the diversity, reach and impact of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF), with... 


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Municipal failures undermine water supply
16th January 2026

South Africa’s extensive water management capabilities continue to underpin the country’s major urban and industrial centres. Large river systems are managed to provide reliable and predictable... 


Urgent safety alert over high-risk dams in Limpopo
15th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on Thursday issued an urgent public notice regarding the critically high-water levels across multiple dams in Limpopo. This followed persistent rainfall... 


Tzaneen dam structure not at immediate risk amid heavy rains
15th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on Thursday assured that Tzaneen dam wall is not at risk despite the recent heavy rains in the Tzaneen dam catchment. The rainfall has led to the dam... 


A shift to strategic procurement is key to driving South Africa’s reindustrialisation efforts
A shift to strategic procurement is key to driving South Africa’s reindustrialisation efforts
13th January 2026

By: Mervyn Naidoo - CEO of ACTOM South Africa’s procurement mindset must urgently evolve from transactional buying to strategic, long-term procurement if we are to achieve meaningful... 


Major water infrastructure commissioned to secure supply for Rustenburg, Thabazimbi
9th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Critical upgraded water infrastructure has been commissioned to significantly improve water security for the residents of the Rustenburg local municipality, in the North West, and the Thabazimbi... 


Unlocking Investment to Close Africa’s Energy Gap
Unlocking Investment to Close Africa’s Energy Gap
8th January 2026

Africa stands at a critical crossroads in its energy journey. Despite being home to some of the world’s fastest-growing economies and richest energy resources, more than 600 million people across... 


Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking deal lead for structured capital business Kagiso Rantloane
Standard Bank backs BlueCore Gas InfraCo with $285m structured acquisition funding solution
7th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Financial services provider Standard Bank has reported that it has delivered a comprehensive $285-million debt and equity financing solution, which it says will “alter the landscape” of Nigerian... 


Precision Without Compromise: Radiometric Density Measurement in Petrochemical Applications
Precision Without Compromise: Radiometric Density Measurement in Petrochemical Applications
6th January 2026

(Virtual Showroom) From high-pressure reactors to bitumen tanks and slurry pipelines, petrochemical plants face some of the most challenging measurement tasks in the industry. When conditions like... 


Heidrick and Struggles partner Mark Watt
Leadership bottleneck risk grows as succession slows – exec search firm
15th December 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

As executive mobility between roles and organisations accelerates globally, CEO succession in South Africa has slowed significantly since the Covid-19 pandemic, placing renewed pressure on... 


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Hyphen green hydrogen project, Namibia – update
12th December 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The African Development Bank has approved a $10-million loan to support the development of the project. 


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S Africa targets strategic, efficient builds for new transmission lines
12th December 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

For the national grid to facilitate increased renewable power generation, the Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) has affirmed that about 14 000 km of new transmission lines are required... 


Australia offers first oil and gas acreage in years
11th December 2025 By: Reuters

The Australian government on Thursday released its first package of offshore oil and gas acreage for bidding since 2022. All five areas are in the Otway Basin offshore Victoria state in... 


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AfDB approves $10m loan to support Hyphen's Namibian green ammonia project
10th December 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $10-million loan to support the development of Hyphen Hydrogen Energy's $10-billion green ammonia project, in Namibia. The loan, sourced from the... 


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Infrastructure focus could spark long-awaited construction revival but obstacles persist
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector enters 2026 with a rare window of opportunity. The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana... 


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Infrastructure focus could spark long-awaited construction revival but obstacles persist
5th December 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector enters 2026 with a rare window of opportunity. The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana... 


Automotive market races to 11-year high as Chinese brands boom in ‘structural reset’ – TransUnion
Automotive market races to 11-year high as Chinese brands boom in ‘structural reset’ – TransUnion
3rd December 2025 By: Irma Venter

South Africa’s automotive market in the third quarter posted its strongest sales in more than a decade as greater macro-economic stability, easing interest rates and a firmer rand supported renewed... 


Fuel Association underscores importance of Durban’s Island View Precinct
1st December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Industry organisation the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa on November 28 briefed the Joint Meeting of the Portfolio Committees on Trade, Industry and Competition; Transport; Minerals and... 


Duplex Coated Steel- A superior anti-corrosion solution for mining steel structures that are submerged
1st December 2025

The mining industry, reliant on robust infrastructure to transport valuable resources, faces a significant challenge in protecting its wharves and submerged structures from the relentless forces of... 


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