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Africa Energy Indaba 2025 concludes with resounding success, driving Africa's Energy future forward
Africa Energy Indaba 2025 concludes with resounding success, driving Africa's Energy future forward
11th March 2025

The 17th annual Africa Energy Indaba has successfully concluded, marking a transformative moment for Africa’s energy sector. Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 4–6... 


TASEZ and NAACAM Sign Landmark Agreement to Boost Automotive Industry Growth and Skills Development
TASEZ and NAACAM Sign Landmark Agreement to Boost Automotive Industry Growth and Skills Development
11th March 2025

The National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) and the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to drive... 


Blended Finance - Catalysts for Sustainable Growth in South Africa
Blended Finance - Catalysts for Sustainable Growth in South Africa
11th March 2025

By: Alessandro Scalco Blended Finance Lead at RMB In an era where the intersection of finance and sustainability is becoming increasingly critical, blended finance stand out as innovative tools... 


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Mpact optimistic about its exposure to growth sectors
10th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed paper and plastics packaging and recycling company Mpact has reported a 4% year-on-year increase in revenue to R13.3-billion for the year ended December 31, 2024, despite a challenging... 


NCC education and advocacy head Poppy Kweyama
Regulatory bodies commemorate World Consumer Rights Day in Mpumalanga
10th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has again partnered with the Competition Commission, the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism and various regulatory bodies, under the... 


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Cesa issues reminder of its upcoming Infrastructure Indaba
10th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) will host its yearly Infrastructure Indaba at the Indaba Hotel in Fourways, north of Johannesburg, on March 18 and 19 under the theme... 


PCC deputy chairperson Dr Crispian Olver
Presidential Climate Commission calls for recommitment to global efforts on climate action
10th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) has called for a recommitment to global efforts on climate action at its seventeenth ordinary quarterly meeting on March 7. The meeting was convened to... 


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Treasury opens first window of applications for public sector megaproject financing
10th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

National Treasury has invited national, provincial and municipal spheres of government, as well as public entities, to apply for funding under the Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) that was... 


Grindrod Logistics in Partnership with Maersk Achieves Unprecedented ISO Certifications
Grindrod Logistics in Partnership with Maersk Achieves Unprecedented ISO Certifications
10th March 2025

Grindrod Logistics (GLO), in partnership with Maersk, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the South African logistics industry by securing four prestigious ISO accreditations through an... 


Empowering Africa's Green Transition: Financing Bankable Projects to Accelerate Industrialisation and Sustainability
10th March 2025

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank have jointly announced a groundbreaking initiative that promises to reshape Africa’s energy landscape and accelerate green industrialisation.... 


DMRE denies allegations that it is ignoring claims of illegal sugilite mining
10th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has denied allegations from PP Gemstones that it is ignoring illegal sugilite mining by Black Rock mine and failing to respond to legal... 


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dtic’s Digital Business Visa Recommendation System goes live
10th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) has launched the Business Visa Recommendation System (VRS), an online platform for business visa recommendation applications for all foreign... 


Forklift vibration dampers a game-changer for SA agricultural industry
Forklift vibration dampers a game-changer for SA agricultural industry
10th March 2025

Fruit is handled multiple times from the moment it is harvested until it is stored in cold rooms. As a result, farmers must continuously find ways to minimise bruising and ensure they deliver the... 


Engen awards 131 bursaries as Engen Maths & Science School matrics achieve record 98% pass rate
Engen awards 131 bursaries as Engen Maths & Science School matrics achieve record 98% pass rate
10th March 2025

Engen’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering educational excellence has once again shone brightly, with the 2024 Engen Maths & Science School (EMSS) matric class achieving a record 98%... 


How AI is advancing the solar energy market in SA
How AI is advancing the solar energy market in SA
10th March 2025

By: Franc Gray - co-founder of Glint, a solar subscription platform With Eskom tariffs having risen 182% in the last five years and set to continue to rise, many South African homeowners and... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa calls for agri growth agenda biased toward empowering black farmers
10th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While agriculture has been a mainstay of growth in South Africa’s economy over the last three decades, the industry cannot be sustainable without addressing issues of equity and inclusion in... 


Geyser manufacturer highlights local plumber shortage
Geyser manufacturer highlights local plumber shortage
10th March 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

With South Africa commemorating World Plumbing Day on March 11, local water heater manufacturer Kwikot emphasises the significant skills shortage in the country’s plumping sector amid rapid urban... 


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Local mining contractor continues to meet diverse needs
8th March 2025

South Africa-based opencast mining contractor Trollope offers a range of services, including opencast contract mining, crushing and screening, mine infrastructure development, bulk earthworks,... 


Integrals Power CEO and founder Behnam Hormozi
Integrals Power LMFP battery cathode validated by QinetiQ
7th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

A new lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP) cathode active material developed by battery material company Integrals Power could increase the real-world range of electric vehicles (EVs) by... 


Drilling under way by Arrow Minerals in the Northwest Territories.
Ottawa injects C$420 000 into Northern mining investment push
7th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

The federal government is committing up to C$420 000 to bolster mining investment across Canada’s North, aiming to attract domestic and international interest to the region’s resource sector.... 


Pele Energy Group Announces the Appointment of Brenda Martin as Board Chairperson
Pele Energy Group Announces the Appointment of Brenda Martin as Board Chairperson
7th March 2025

Pele Energy Group is proud to announce the appointment of Brenda Martin as the new Board Chairperson. With a distinguished career spanning policy advocacy, strategic advisory, and leadership in... 


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New rebar product range launched in South Africa
7th March 2025

Manufacturer of glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) products GFRP Tech has launched a range of rebar products which it says offers a sustainable alternative to traditional steel rebar used in... 


TANGIBLE RESULTS
The Maric flow control valve range has demonstrated tangible results in reducing water wastage
Advanced valve solutions enhance water, air consumption efficiency
7th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Amid growing concerns over resource conservation and operational efficiency, the mining sector is increasingly turning to advanced valve solutions to optimise water and air consumption, says... 


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Association embraces Network Statement
7th March 2025

Professional body for inland ports Multimodal Inland Port Association (MIPA) has embraced State-owned freight company Transnet’s Network Statement, which it describes as a “landmark development”... 


Alfred Challis, CEO at MANZI Water, a retailer of purified water
Alfred Challis
7th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Alfred Challis, CEO at MANZI Water, a retailer of purified water 


Provisional inquiry report outlines measures to reshape South Africa’s digital platforms market
7th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Competition Commission has published the Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) provisional report, outlining several key provisional remedies aimed at reshaping the digital... 


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New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


African Association of Automotive Manufacturers appoints new CEO
7th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

The African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM) has appointed Victoria Backhaus-Jerling as its new CEO, effective March 1. Backhaus-Jerling succeeds Dave Coffey, who is retiring, having... 


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Eva copper mine project, Australia – update
7th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Work on the feasibility study update is progressing well. 


Location map of the Minim Martap project
Minim Martap bauxite project, Cameroon – update
7th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

ASX-listed exploration and development company Canyon Resources remains on schedule to complete a definitive feasibility study during the third quarter of the year. 


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New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


Glass fibre reinforced polymer rebar
We do not want to compete with steel, we want to replace it, GFRP Tech CEO says at facility launch
6th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Structural reinforcement materials manufacturer GFRP Tech has opened a new research and development (R&D) and manufacturing facility in Linbro Park, Sandton. The facility – the result of... 


Citron Hygiene product
Bidvest advances Citron Hygiene acquisition after UK approval
6th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Trading and distribution group Bidvest has garnered approval from the UK Competition and Markets Authority to acquire Citron Hygiene. The parties are now working towards closing the deal. 


Watch expert speakers discuss sustainable practices in the transportation and logistics industry in this webinar hosted on behalf of dmg events Transport Evolution Africa
Panellists urge sustainable practices in the transportation, logistics industry
6th March 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

The transportation and logistics industry in Africa is at a pivotal crossroads. As global sustainability efforts intensify, companies across the continent must adapt to greener practices despite... 


A call to tackle South Africa’s energy crisis at the International Commodity Summit 2025
A call to tackle South Africa’s energy crisis at the International Commodity Summit 2025
6th March 2025

As South Africa grapples with the return of Stage 6 load shedding, the International Commodity Summit 2025 set to convene from July 14-17 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)... 


Lithium Americas lands $250m Orion investment to fund Thacker Pass
Lithium Americas lands $250m Orion investment to fund Thacker Pass
6th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Lithium Americas announced on Thursday a $250-million investment from Orion Resource Partners, a private equity firm focused on metals and materials, to fund the development of the first phase of... 


UHAC steering committee member Professor Alex van den Heever
Implementation of full package of HMI recommendations necessary to improve private healthcare system – UHAC
6th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The government’s proposal to implement only some recommendations of the five-year-old Health Market Inquiry (HMI) to address the high costs of private healthcare will “do nothing” to advance... 


POWERFUL FUEL EFFICIENCY
The E-Drive system enables the 944 X-Tier to consume 13% to 33% less fuel compared with traditional drive loaders in typical applications
John Deere introduces eco-conscious 944 X-Tier wheel loader to Africa
6th March 2025

Agricultural, construction and forestry equipment supplier John Deere has unveiled its latest advancement in heavy machinery for the African market: the 944 X-Tier wheel loader, which not only... 


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Air compressors for variety of drilling applications
6th March 2025

A range of air compressors specifically engineered to provide maximum air flow at any pressure setting is said to offer efficient and sustainable solutions for a range of drilling applications... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa notes Gauteng’s pivotal role, as he undertakes service delivery oversight engagement
6th March 2025 By: Sashnee Moodley

Following oversight visits to Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo, President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday met with the Johannesburg Metro Council, as part of the seventh administration’s priority... 


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AWSISA calls for measures to combat water pollution
6th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa (AWSISA) is calling for decisive action against polluters as it raises concern over the continued pollution of water sources by... 


Key considerations for incorporating sustainability into your business
Key considerations for incorporating sustainability into your business
6th March 2025

There is no one-size-fits all approach to incorporating sustainable energy into a business. Each company must assess its specific energy needs, operational constraints, and long-term goals to... 


Gauteng’s role in battery metals & green energy minerals
Gauteng’s role in battery metals & green energy minerals
6th March 2025

The global transition to green energy is fundamentally reshaping the mining and metals sector. As economies strive to reduce carbon emissions and embrace renewable energy, demand for critical... 


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