Sungrow Southern Africa is excited to announce its participation as the principal sponsor of PowerElec Kenya 2024, marking the official opening of the event today. Sungrow, one of the world’s... 

The South African mining sector continues to play a critical role in the economy, but it faces significant challenges. While the country remains a global leader, mining companies need to grapple... 

Rooted in the 14-billion-year history of the Universe is nature’s powerhouse of producing energy from hydrogen. A revolution in the energy generation sector is quietly underway, driven by this... 

As the global mining landscape evolves, South Africa is uniquely positioned to leverage emerging trends in renewable energy, artificial intelligence (AI) and mega-computing, according to the latest... 

By Bertus Bierman South Africa faces immense challenges in developing and maintaining the infrastructure it needs to support social and economic growth. From water shortages to the energy crisis,... 

The Energy Council of South Africa has called for an overhaul of the way government procures new electricity generation and storage capacity from independent power producers (IPPs), describing the... 

Rational design is about achieving performance-driven fire safety measures through sound engineering principles. “Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise. It involves a deep understanding... 

Specialist graphite producer Tirupati Graphite, which is listed on the LSE and has assets in Mozambique and Madagascar, has secured about $225 000 in trade finance from the Middle Eastern Sovereign... 

Australia’s largest extruder and distributor of aluminium products, Capra, has successfully trialled the recycled-content billet supplied by Rio Tinto at Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL), using 50 t to... 

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber noted on Wednesday that the digital transformation of the border environment is an important priority for the Government of National Unity to be able to grow... 

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Some will argue that we now live in a Sci-Fi world where we dream of electric sheep and today’s technology – unlike HAL... 

US-based precious metals miner i-80 Gold has announced a strategic shift following the recent appointment of Richard Young as CEO, with the TSX-listed company outlining an updated development plan.... 

The civil engineering industry, known for its complex projects and large-scale operations, demands precision, cooperation and clear communication. Given the high stakes, it’s inevitable that... 

Private equity firm Sanari Capital has made an R87.5-million investment in power generation systems company Energenic to enable it to scale-up its business in Africa and South Africa. Energenic's... 

When a major South African-based board manufacturing company—operating across vast regions from Mpumalanga to the Eastern Cape—needed a robust dust extraction system for its new melamine faced... 

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable companyand leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is the power infrastructure provider for East Africa’s first... 

Global logistics service provider the Rhenus Group has strengthened its presence in Gauteng by relocating operations to a new facility in Meadowview, Johannesburg. This R440-million investment... 

Kenya Railways and UK-based power and propulsion systems group Rolls-Royce have announced that three of the former’s heavy haulage locomotives have been re-engined with the latter’s mtu Series 4000... 

Lesedi Nuclear Services have joined more than 130 companies to support the goal of tripling global nuclear energy capacity by 2050, marking their commitment to 24/7 clean energy for a sustainable... 

JSE- and NYSE-listed Harmony Gold has reported relatively flat year-on-year gold production but announced significant improvements in operational cash flow owing to enhanced recovery grades. In its... 

JSE-listed chemicals group Omnia has reported a 17% increase in operating profit to R802-million for the six months ended September 30, which CEO Seelan Gobalsamy says was driven by solid... 

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will highlight the role of nuclear energy, as a key instrument to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, during the COP29 UN Climate Summit. The summit... 

Verder Liquids has launched the Verderflex DURA 60 Hose Pump, specifically designed for applications such as metering, bulk handling and transfer duties. The Dura 60 is ideal for sludges, slurries,... 

London-listed Petra Diamonds says Varda Shine will not offer herself for re-election at the company's forthcoming AGM on November 13 and will retire from the board at the conclusion of that... 

Africa is witnessing a transformative shift in its energy landscape, with significant opportunities and investments flowing into the sector. The continent, rich in both renewable energy resources... 

Stellenbosch-based electric vehicle (EV) company MellowVans has partnered with Itemate Solutions to launch a new mobile store solution for African telecommunications companies, developed... 

The Lebombo port of entry between South Africa and Mozambique has been partially reopened as of 15:00 on Friday, to allow for the movement of people between both countries. Cargo processing will... 

An innovative new offering is set to introduce greater flexibility and improve customer service in the payments industry. Two buy now pay later (BNPL) solutions have been introduced by Altron... 

The Mpumalanga Green Cluster Agency (MGCA), in partnership with the Mpumalanga provincial government and supported by the Just Transition to a Decarbonised Economy for South Africa, Old Mutual,... 

A down-the-hole (DTH) drill rig introduced to the market in 2018 has become the preferred choice for surface mines across southern Africa, particularly in high-capacity production drilling... 

Heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) users now have access to a full suite of integration options from a single source. Engineering, integration and manufacturing company Iritron have... 

In both opencast and underground mines, unexpected water ingress can severely disrupt production unless an effective dewatering solution can be quickly applied; some forethought will go a long way... 

As COP29 unfolds in Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November, the emphasis on renewable energy and sustainability is crucial, not just in Azerbaijan but across Africa. One company leading this... 

Gauteng’s e-Government Department and technology-driven surveillance solutions provider Vumacam have highlighted the success, thus far, of their public-private partnership (PPP) of using technology... 

The GDP of sub-Saharan Africa’s mobile industry is projected to reach $170-billion by 2030 – if key connectivity barriers are addressed – with opportunities in AI, 5G and satellite connectivity set... 

Proximity detection systems (PDS) are enablers of health and safety on mine sites but can be rendered less effective should the technology fail to be adopted outright by a mining company’s... 

Split bearings offer improved performance in difficult applications, says products supplier BMG, noting that this is particularly true when the replacement of standard mounted bearings involves the... 

Through close teamwork, power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG and valve designer and manufacturer InterApp offer a comprehensive range of valve products for use in... 

Engineering consultant SKF and steel-based technology company voestalpine Wire Technology earlier this year successfully produced the first prototype bearing made from steel that contains hydrogen... 

State-owned electricity utility Eskom, with the South African government, has made significant progress in supporting battery energy storage systems (BESS), which is pivotal in ensuring energy... 

With the South African government's Integrated Resource Plan encouraging renewable-energy integration, battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a critical component in the country’s... 

Efforts to reduce alcohol and drug abuse among mining employees can help mitigate health-related issues that they could face, explains breathalyser specialist Alco-Safe. The mining sector, with its...