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In an era of frequent loadshedding and voltage fluctuations, the reliability of compressors is under growing threat and lubricant distributor Atlas Oil & Chemical warns that repeated tripping of...
Several gold mines across sub-Saharan Africa have confirmed that they are saving up to 70% in costs by switching from delivered oxygen to their own on-site systems, says oxygen and nitrogen...
Crushing solutions company Gold Rock Projects is developing a new, more cost-effective and energy efficient ball mill, designed to enable gold producers, particularly entry-level and junior...
Air compressor supplier Tru Compressor Solutions has unveiled its new Africa Series screw compressor range, designed specifically for the African industrial market and comprising fixed-speed models...
This week we profile Gianni Anić, MD and CEO of Wetback Contracts, which is involved in project management and project execution in the structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation,...
Transitioning to the adoption of increasingly innovative technology is facilitating access to modern, high-performance fasteners for numerous industrial applications. Industrial products and...
New compressor control system CCS-3200 is a significant piece of equipment for managing and optimising the operation of screw and reciprocating air compressors, highlights compressed air equipment...
Despite the anticipated impact of special economic zones (SEZ) in driving industrial and regional development, several challenges, such as the existence of silos and a lack of differentiation, have...
I went to Spain many years ago and visited the impressive Red Electrica, a world-class national grid and transmission system operator (TSO) that is partially State owned. Red Electrica notes on its...
A plant in South Africa, which was losing up to 20% of output owing to frequent downtime over more than ten years, experienced a turnaround in performance owing to a range of solutions from...
Strategic investment in industrial energy ecosystems is essential to enhance cost effectiveness, global competitiveness and the resilience of South Africa’s special economic zones (SEZs), thereby...
Across Africa’s mining sector, operations face growing pressure to deliver more output, uptime and efficiency without compromising safety or sustainability. This pressure is especially acute in...
Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Malawi and Uganda have one thing in common – all are preparing for Presidential elections in the coming months, and in the running are political veterans well past...
The Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) is pursuing a new strategy to play a broader role in the country’s transport ecosystem and align to the province’s 25-year Integrated Transport Master Plan...
Newly formed Green & Clean Power plans to build a behind-the-meter solar installation and a battery energy storage system to initially power its sister company, Hybar.
The project will be one of the largest renewable-energy projects in the US, if it is built to its intended capacity.
The final stage of development has started with the release of requests for proposals to 15 shortlisted engineering, procurement and construction firms.
The project is undergoing a rescoping process to optimise capital deployment and production schedules.
Founded in 1920 and based in Germiston, South Africa, Rand Refinery stands as Africa’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery accredited precious metals refinery — a globally...
At Delba Electrical we understand that rotating machines play a vital role in modern society, powering industries, transportation and essential infrastructure. These machines, including electrical...
Exploration and development company Osino Resources has awarded a contract for the delivery of key process equipment.
The anticipated issuance date for the final environmental-impact statement and safety evaluation for the Construction Permit Application has been amended.
Ivanhoe Mines has reported that Phase 1, 2 and 3 concentrators have milled a total 3.62-million tonnes of ore.
The Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) is pursuing a new strategy to play a broader role in the country’s transport ecosystem and align to the province’s 25-year Integrated Transport Master Plan...
Despite renewables capacity having grown by more than 15.1% in 2024, the growth gap widens across regions, the ‘Renewable Energy Statistics 2025’ report released by international organisation the...
Zambia’s Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) expects to significantly expand the country’s renewable-energy capacity, by adding a projected 800-MW-plus of solar energy to the national grid, by the...
So many small businesses start up in South Africa only to face closure due to a lack of funding, skills or mentorship. The inspiring story of Marice Rooibos Skincare stands as a beacon of hope,...
Rather than adopting green innovations just for the sake of it, Africa must focus on the sustainable growth that can be achieved through the local use of green technologies and innovations across...
As we commemorate Global Energy Independence Day on 10 July 2025, SUNGROW, a global leader in renewable energy inverter and energy storage technology, emphasises the critical importance of grid...
Manufacturer ACTOM MV Switchgear has completed the final phase in the design and development of its AMV product range, which was successfully type-tested in 2022 to a rating of 17.5 kV, in under a...
South African manufacturers lag behind their mining counterparts in terms of renewable energy wheeling, presenting both opportunity and risk, writes Discovery Green Head Andre Nepgen. South Africa...
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Following the South Africa Photovoltaic Industry Association’s (SAPVIA’s) AGM on July 3, the industry body says the South African solar PV industry has recommitted itself to being an active...
US President Donald Trump is scheduled this week to meet the leaders of five African nations that will potentially offer American businesses opportunities in critical minerals and other natural...
Emirates Global Aluminium said on Wednesday that the Guinean government had wrongfully terminated an agreement with its subsidiary, Guinea Alumina Corporation, after a year-long dispute over the...
Rolls-Royce Power Systems, the Germany-based business of renowned propulsion and power systems group Rolls-Royce, sees data centres as a significant emerging market in Africa, including South...
In the heart of a village untouched by the world’s chaos, five-year-old Popina took solace in the simple joys of childhood – climbing mango trees, chasing baby baboons, and exploring the fields....
Base metals miner Taseko Mines has formally launched the environmental assessment (EA) process for its Yellowhead copper project, following the acceptance of its initial project description (IPD)...
Energy and automation company Schneider Electric launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa at its new head office in Midrand, Gauteng. The Innovation Hub now forms part of Schneider Electric’s...
Global corporate renewable energy initiative RE100 and South African sustainable growth and development coalition the National Business Initiative (NBI) on July 8 launched their joint 'South...
So many small businesses start up in South Africa only to face closure due to a lack of funding, skills or mentorship. The inspiring story of Marice Rooibos Skincare stands as a beacon of hope,...
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