As Africa’s energy demand continues to rise, regional power pools have become a cornerstone for ensuring energy security, driving economic growth, and fostering cross-border electricity trade.... 

When Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told a group of executives that President Donald Trump wasn’t kidding about annexing Canada, he offered one reason: critical minerals. Canada is rich in... 

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... 

Engen is proud to announce the successful launch of a cutting-edge solar power system at its Engen Maths and Science School (EMSS) at Hillview Secondary School in South Durban. This initiative... 

The numerous and imminent innovations and trends in the African logistics sector, while presenting challenges, could result in several benefits for businesses and industry, particularly mining,... 

In an effort to strengthen the US silicon metal supply chain and meet forecasted demand in growing industries, such as electric vehicles (EVs), silicon metal and silicon-based alloys producer,... 

In the wake of South Africa adjusting to the prolonged impact of the now-eased loadshedding, water-shedding has emerged as another significant risk, threatening to the sustainability of businesses... 

Giyani Metals has started with advanced commissioning at its demonstration plant in Johannesburg. 

Omico Mining Corp has submitted the relevant assessments, as part of the Environmental Clearance Certificate Application, to build and operate the mine.  

Scatec and Toyota Tsusho – Aeolus are building two solar PV plants Sidi Bouzid and Tozeur provinces. 

With power utility Eskom breaching 300 days without loadshedding, the national energy debate is likely to shift from availability to affordability, says Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis.... 

Recent developments in South Africa’s electricity market point to there being growing, albeit still nascent, momentum behind the country’s energy transition. They also suggest that the transition... 

Construction of the power plant has been completed. 

Nine turbines, including 27 blades and other components, are being transported on the N2, from Richards Bay to the facility. 

The definitive feasibility study is being independently reviewed by an independent technical expert. 

JSE-listed DRDGOLD says it expects to report earnings per share (EPS) and headline earnings per share (HEPS) of between 109.2c and 116c for the six months ended December 31. That compares with the... 

A new compact utility vehicle designed to meet the needs of a range of industries, including construction, logistics, and trades such as electrical and solar companies, has been launched. The DFSK... 

Newly appointed Nordex Energy South Africa MD Robert Timmers says that South Africa is poised to be one of the multinational’s largest markets outside of North America and Europe in 2025. This,... 

Sanlam Investments is proud to sponsor Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2025, scheduled to take place from 19-21 February 2025 at the Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. AGES is a... 

Africa50, a pan-continental infrastructure investor, is setting up the first region-wide investment vehicle dedicated to off-grid power companies and plans a $500-million fund to invest in... 

Global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies WEG was founded in 1961 and has grown into one of the largest electric motor manufacturers in the world, producing more than... 

China said on Tuesday it would restrict exports of five metals used in defence, clean energy and other industries in response to fresh US tariffs, refraining from the outright export bans Beijing... 

While the signing of the 150% tax incentive for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers from 2026 is a step forward, South Africa needs a comprehensive strategy to build a thriving EV ecosystem that... 

Key minerals such as copper, nickel, rare earths and lithium are on the brink of an unprecedented demand surge, projected to nearly triple by 2030 and quadruple by 2040, according to accounting... 

Aim-listed Zanaga Iron Ore Company (ZIOC) and its 100% subsidiary MPD Congo have  signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Centrale Électrique du Congo (CEC) to evaluate potential solutions... 

Botswana’s government will develop new industries, dismantle the State power utility to foster private investment and increase concessional borrowing as part of a plan to diversify the... 

The Queensland government has moved to balance the regulatory requirements for the mineral resources and renewable-energy industries, announcing new planning policies that will subject wind farm... 

Local manufacturer Metalen produces heat exchanger tubes in various alloy inner tubes with copper or aluminium fins in lengths of up to 15 m. An ISO9001 certification ensures controlled processes... 

State-owned port and rail operator Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has achieved a major milestone in its journey to recovery with the on-time and seamless berthing of the world’s largest... 

District heating is currently underused in Europe but has the potential to assist Europe in meeting its near-term decarbonisation goals affordably, highlights a study released by technology group... 

In a significant step towards sustainable mining in Africa, French multinational mining and metals company Eramet subsidiary Eramet Grande Côte, and South African renewable-energy company JUWI... 

Telecommunications giant Vodacom and Orange have teamed up to form a first-of-its-kind rural towerco (tower company?) partnership aimed at expanding network coverage to underserved areas in the... 

Cement group PPC has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with cement equipment and engineering company Sinoma Overseas Development Company for the construction of a new R3-billion low-carbon... 

Construction solutions provider M&D Construction Group’s (M&D’s) decision to offer full-service dewatering solutions via M&D-CTS further positions the group as a single point of contact for... 

While market conditions and certain geopolitical shifts may influence the short-term outlook for some of its initiatives, ASX-listed Jupiter Mine’s five-year strategy remains solid and well-aligned... 

Citrus producer G3 Citrus Estates, in Weipe, Limpopo, has added 812 kW of solar PV and 2.28 MWh of battery storage to its existing solar-powered renewable electricity system, with commissioning set... 

LSE- and TSX-listed gold producer Endeavour Mining has reported its highest-ever dividend to shareholders for the second half of 2024, amounting to $140-million or $0.57 a share. This brings the... 

Existing economic reforms now in motion have the potential to lift South Africa’s economic growth rate to 3.5% a year by 2029, South Africa Presidency Project Management Office director Sikhulekile... 

Manganese producer and exporter Manganese Metal Company (MMC) has entered into an energy supply agreement with integrated energy utility NOA Group to secure an estimated 70% of its electricity from... 

Heavy mineral sands producer Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) has signed a third power purchase agreement (PPA) which brings its total agreed renewable energy power arrangements to 500 MW. The latest... 

Following the soft launch of JSE-listed real investment trust Growthpoint Properties’ R2-billion Olympus mixed-use residential and retail development, in Sandton, Gauteng, in December, CEO Estienne... 

Renewable energy projects span a diverse array of categories such as onshore wind energy, solar energy, hydrogen (long-term storage and transport), hydropower and bioenergy (biomass, biogas and...