Hemp, a plant that, along with bamboo, is the world’s fastest-growing, falls within the botanical class of cannabis sativa cultivars, which are cultivated for industrial and consumable use.... 

Truck manufacturer Hino South Africa has launched a six-year drive-train warranty, applicable to all trucks sold since January 1, 2025. There is no cost to the consumer for this original equipment... 

Phase II of the LHWP is advancing after earlier delays. 

Pump supplier Integrated Pump Technology has been at the forefront of helping mining operations manage the persistent challenge of groundwater ingress, both on surface and underground. Groundwater... 

As South Africa accelerates its renewable energy transition, the challenge of balancing large-scale wind power with biodiversity protection is becoming more urgent. With industries demanding... 

Several years ago, Total Rockbreaking Solutions (TRS) transformed the market with the launch of BoomSafe®, a purpose-built control system that optimises the performance and safety of fixed pedestal... 

A major automotive manufacturer in Gauteng has boosted its operational efficiency, safety and energy savings with the installation of SEW-EURODRIVE’s advanced MOVIGEAR® mechatronic drive system in... 

The rapid rise of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) services is driving increased demand for cloud computing — and by extension, data centres. As AI workloads expand globally, Africa is... 

As South African businesses continue to face energy uncertainty and escalating electricity costs, solar energy has become more than a sustainability initiative – it is a strategic business... 

Mining is one of the most demanding industries on earth. From South Africa’s deep-level shafts to Zambia’s rugged Copperbelt, every operation depends on reliable equipment to keep materials moving... 

A boom in artisanal gold mining in Ghana has driven mercury contamination to dangerous levels in host communities, with soil readings in some areas reaching 134 times amounts deemed to be safe, a... 

Through the GIBB and Knight Piésold Joint Venture (GKP JV) appointed for the water conveyance infrastructure component of Phase 1 of the uMkhomazi Water Project (uMWP-1), the member firms have... 

The newly launched Konecranes S series hoist from crane component design specialist Konecranes offers a range of smart features designed to increase lifting device safety and improve operator... 

Gold miner Caledonia Mining reports that a person has died following an accident related to secondary blasting at its Blanket mine, in Zimbabwe, on September 22. The company says its immediate... 

A range of circuit breakers is said to establish new benchmarks for safety, efficiency, and sustainability, helping to meet challenges such as 24/7 uptime demands and managing increasing energy... 

On September 14, the Durban Car Terminal safely offloaded the first batch of automotive manufacturer Geely vehicles from the Vessel MV MOL Cattleya Ace, which ferried a total of 147 plug-in... 

Digistics, a leader in supply chain and logistics solutions, has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing four simultaneous certifications: ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) ISO 14001... 

Platinum group metals (PGM) mining group Valterra Platinum’s vertically integrated processing value chain – with processing assets that are “the largest and most technologically advanced” in the... 

JSE-listed residential property developer Balwin Properties has launched a dedicated vocational training centre at its Mooikloof Smart City estate, in Pretoria. The centre will train and skill... 

Fourteen young people living with disabilities from Witbank have taken their first steps towards running their own businesses thanks to Engen’s New Venture Creation Learnership. Launched in... 

Digital breathalyser supplier Alcohol Breathalysers was established in 2004 with the aim to make available reliable, affordable and accurate digital breathalysers to ensure that all businesses and... 

Mining operations in South Africa require major investment in valuable equipment. Purchasing permanent storage facilities can be expensive and time-consuming, especially in remote mining areas.... 

Pilbara Ports has completed Stage 5 of the Utah road pavement rehabilitation project, delivering a key upgrade to one of Western Australia’s busiest freight corridors. The A$11.8-million works,... 

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Industrial operations are, like the rest of world, is faced with a fundamental generational workforce change.... 

Specialty heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems manufacturer Booyco Engineering is experiencing an uptick in enquiries to supply units for mining vehicles, specifically for the... 

To maintain critical safety standards and adhere to current legislation, industrial equipment supplier BMG works closely with engineers in the coal mining sector to select products suited to their... 

The installation of a new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system has begun at the Bedford Centre shopping mall, in Johannesburg, Gauteng, to meet the operational needs of a new... 

As urbanisation drives increased demand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) in developing countries, the industry faces the challenge of balancing growth with... 

Coal producer Kangra has successfully commissioned a new continuous miner section at its Udumo shaft, equipped with three shuttle cars, with production starting early last month, two weeks ahead of... 

Vibrating mineral processing equipment manufacturer Vibramech has 48 years of design and manufacture experience and is Southern Africa’s predominant supplier of vibratory equipment for the mineral... 

With momentum gaining on reinvigorating South Africa’s freight rail network through private-sector participation to better support economic activity, meeting growing demand for increased... 

Paladin Energy has unveiled plans for a fully underwritten equity raising of A$300-million to support the development of the project. 

Former Public Protector and Stellenbosch University Law Trust Chair in Social Justice Professor Thuli Madonsela has challenged the popular notion that the present era is uniquely marked by... 

As requirements for environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting become increasingly more stringent, companies in South Africa are urged to better understand the importance of ESG... 

South Africa's State-owned Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has signed a contract with Embraer Group company Atech to replace the current air traffic flow management (ATFM) system. The... 

As digital adoption accelerates and customer preferences shift, Standard Bank is transforming its branch and ATM network to meet the moment. The bank, which has more than 4,100 points of... 

One of the challenges faced by rock and mineral mining operations is that the extraction and processing of these materials often involve rigorous demands on equipment, particularly in the screening... 

The Western Cape’s varied landscapes and rapid urban development bring with them a range of fire safety challenges. From densely populated city centres to remote industrial sites, and from heritage... 

Unreliable electricity affects everything from a child’s safety and medical care to a warm meal. This is no longer a daily reality at African Blessings Children’s Village. An impactful... 

Precious metals refinery Rand Refinery has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, which showed a 24% reduction in total energy consumption since 2021 to 24.5 GWh in 2024 and a 13 500 kilotons... 

he report covers new benchmarks for ethical sourcing, digital traceability, and building a deep sense of shared responsibility within communities and its people 

Inner Mongolia, China’s largest coal-producing region, has ordered 15 mines to halt production after they were found to have exceeded their approved output plans, a document from the Inner Mongolia...