The SOLA Group has announced the successful and early commercial operations date (COD) for Springbok Solar Power Project, Africa’s first multi-buyer, flexible energy wheeling facility and the... 

South African defence acquisitions (and disposals and research and development agency) Armscor reported on Wednesday that it had recently led a South African defence industry delegation to Japan,... 

South Africa's renewable energy tax incentives have unlocked significant private investment in the commercial solar sector, with one fund manager deploying over R1 billion in less than two years –... 

As South Africa’s economy grapples with rising costs and slowing growth, small businesses are being forced to make impossible choices. From fuel and electricity hikes to supplier increases, margins... 

This year’s Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) is set to be a global celebration of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and innovation (STEMI), where... 

Aerospace and defence group Paramount South Africa has handed over the first batch of 12 new Marshall internal security vehicles to the South African Police Service (SAPS). The armoured vehicles... 

The global materials industry saw revenues decline in 2024, with metals and mining contracting by 6% to about $3-trillion, even as profitability remained strong and profit pools continued to shift... 

AI-powered financial technology (fintech) company Optasia plans to undertake an initial public offering (IPO) to raise about R1.3-billion, while also listing on the JSE. The company aims to drive... 

Energy security and affordability have become key policy considerations in many regions, particularly as the global energy transition has entered a more turbulent, complex phase, shaped by... 

Mining and infrastructure industries productivity and sustainability partner Epiroc has won a large order for mining equipment and digital solutions from Asante Gold for a gold mine in Ghana.... 

Rio-Carb, South Africa’s foremost authority in liner plate solutions, has decisively transformed the costly and time-consuming process of liner replacement with its groundbreaking Rapid Removal... 

Partners and vendors both have an equal role to play in ensuring the success of digital strategies, with on-premises solutions set to remain a strong part of the mix in South Africa. This was... 

Advanced Astec machines are setting new standards in road construction and rehabilitation, ensuring smooth, uniform roadways that last longer, while the manufacturer’s materials handling equipment... 

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Sustainability has become more than a corporate buzzword—it is now a decisive factor shaping the future of industries worldwide. For businesses across Malaysia and the... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events Australian terrestrial and space technology company Fleet Space Technologies has officially opened its new global headquarters and... 

As South Africa marks Transport Month, the country’s infrastructure challenges continue to pose serious barriers to the growth and development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). For... 

A distributor of Sandvik Rock Processing’s mining and infrastructure project equipment has delivered a hybrid tracked mobile Sandvik QA452e triple-deck screen to a greenfield dam project under... 

South Africa's mining sector is shifting gears to thrive following a year of strategic recalibration to position itself for future growth. This was among the many messages of PwC Africa energy,... 

By: Alexandra Mattisson Industries are racing into a future shaped by AI, robotics, and automation, but engineering insurance is still playing catch-up. The machines we insure today aren’t the ones... 

Grindex submersible dewatering pumps continue to gain significant traction among mining operations in Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where the demand for reliable and efficient... 

As surface mining and quarrying operations grapple with rising ambient temperatures, the way HVAC systems are specified for mobile equipment is coming under increasing scrutiny. Booyco Engineering,... 

The mining industry in South Africa finds itself at a pivotal moment. The Minerals Council of South Africa recently reported a 4.1% decrease in the sector's real GDP contribution for the first... 

Operators, engineers, supervisors, and managers from mine sites across Australia will be in the spotlight at this year’s International Mining and Resources Conference + Expo (IMARC), as organisers... 

Development finance institution the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Japanese engineering company JGC Corporation have signed an agreement to cooperate in the development of sustainable aviation... 

As Africa’s manufacturing sector accelerates its journey into the era of Industry 4.0, the benefits are becoming increasingly clear – including reduced risk, leaner supply chains and lower... 

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that social partners will be important in State-owned enterprise Eskom achieving energy security, as he noted the improvement in its financial position,... 

JSE-listed Altron on Monday said it expects to post a double-digit increase in its group headline earnings per share (HEPS) for the six months ended August 31, 2025. However, the group’s earnings... 

Datacentrix, a leading hybrid IT systems integrator and managed services provider, today announced that it has become an Expert-level partner in South Africa within Fortinet’s Engage Partner... 

Telecommunications group Telkom has donated land, valued at R3.9-million, across Gauteng and Western Cape, to the Department of Basic Education (DBE). The land donation will be used to strengthen... 

In financial year (FY) 2025, renewable and non-carbon-based electricity accounted for 31% of the total consumption of platinum group metals (PGMs) mining and refining company Implats, with market... 

Africa stands at the brink of an energy transformation, with a unique opportunity to revitalise its infrastructure and unlock sustainable growth. According to Taona Kokera, Director at Forvis... 

Property group Fairvest is positive that its township retail assets will be able to tap into its R486-million investment in Onepath Investments (OPI). OPI is the owner of digital infrastructure... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events A unique off-world prospecting gadget, world-first surface and underground electric-diesel mine vehicles, cutting-edge AI-driven software and... 

Africa’s ability to achieve inclusive economic development amid climate change, fragmented trade and a rapidly growing population will depend on decisive action in agriculture, water, education,... 

EFT Corporation, a leading payment solutions provider operating across African markets, today announced the appointment of Adri Führi as Group Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Führi... 

Equipment automation is taking centre stage in original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Astec Africa’s product offering to mining clients across Africa, says capital sales business line manager Calvin... 

It is no coincidence that the majority of the world’s mobile crushing equipment is fitted with PT Tech hydraulic power take off (HPTO) clutch units as they were essentially designed to meet the... 

The first hybrid tracked mobile Sandvik QA452e triple-deck screen ordered as stock by a South African distributor has been sold after only being in the country for a week. This sale signifies an... 

The e-Power Powertrack range of mobile crushers and screens from equipment solutions provider Athos Crushing & Screening is poised to meet the growing demand for greener mining and quarrying... 

Mobile crushing and screening service provider Eco-Match is noticing growing demand for mobile solutions across South Africa and the wider African mining industry, as clients require faster plant... 

The demand for minerals such as gold, copper and lithium is driving African mines to adopt more efficient crushing, screening and milling systems that can meet these production targets while also... 

African mining operations are placing more emphasis on efficiency, reliability and local support regarding crushing, screening and milling equipment – a shift that South African original-equipment...