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Experimental SEZ exempt from strict labour laws can demonstrate mass employment model – CDE
2nd April 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In a society with catastrophic levels of unemployment, special economic zones (SEZs) could move South Africa beyond its current economic paralysis, says independent policy analysis and advocacy... 


Solar Savings Not Adding Up? Here’s Why
Solar Savings Not Adding Up? Here’s Why
2nd April 2025

Many businesses investing in solar energy assume that once their system is installed, savings and efficiency will follow automatically. But what happens when your solar installation isn't... 


Paul Miller.
To reclaim global mining status, South Africa must restore trust – Paul Miller
2nd April 2025 By: Martin Creamer

If South Africa wants to reclaim its position in the global mining industry, half-measures just won’t cut it. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) needs to go beyond admitting... 


How a local and international collaborative effort aims to increase water supply and improve water quality in Buffalo City
How a local and international collaborative effort aims to increase water supply and improve water quality in Buffalo City
2nd April 2025

A comprehensive pre-feasibility study is underway to enhance the water supply system for the residents of Buffalo City, East London, aimed at improving their water quality. Spearheaded by the... 


Dynapac and Leica Geosystems launch automated steering and screed edge control for asphalt pavers
Dynapac and Leica Geosystems launch automated steering and screed edge control for asphalt pavers
2nd April 2025

Dynapac and Leica Geosystems are introducing a new integrated interface for auto-steering and screed edge control for the Dynapac SD25 and XD25 Highway Paver series.   (Munich, Germany, 2 April... 


An insurer’s guide to off-the-grid alternatives
An insurer’s guide to off-the-grid alternatives
2nd April 2025

Essential Strategies for Adapting to South Africa's Water and Energy Challenges Johannesburg’s ongoing water crisis now mirrors the country’s energy challenges. Some areas have gone without water... 


In mining and quarrying environments, reliable HVAC systems are essential for ensuring both operator safety and consistent equipment performance
Hidden link between HVAC performance and heavy-duty equipment uptime
2nd April 2025

In the demanding environments of mining and quarrying, equipment reliability is non-negotiable. Often overlooked, however, is the critical contribution that heating, ventilation and air... 


Sars Commissioner Edward Kieswetter
Sars collects R1.86tr during year to end March
1st April 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Tax authority the South African Revenue Service (Sars) collected a net amount of R1.86-trillion during the fiscal year to end March 2025, and which is R8.8-billion higher than the revised estimate,... 


Infrastructure maintenance just as critical as new infrastructure delivery, Ngoma says
1st April 2025 By: Darren Parker

While “turning South Africa into a construction site” is a noble goal, Auditor-General of South Africa national executive head of audit Bongi Ngoma has questioned Public Works and Infrastructure... 


New sun-tracking system.
New sun-track system could uplift South Africa’s concentrated solar plant performance
1st April 2025 By: Martin Creamer

A new sun-tracking system, which could uplift the performance of South Africa’s concentrated solar power (CSP) plants, is attracting attention. CSPs, which use mirrors to convert sunlight into... 


Regent Business School’s Head of Innovation and Student Experience, Hoosen Essof and Raeesa Bayat, the Director of Startup Grind Durban
Regent Business School Partners with Startup Grind to Strengthen South Africa’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
1st April 2025

Regent Business School has formalised a strategic partnership with Startup Grind, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing South Africa’s next generation of entrepreneurs. This collaboration will... 


Image of section of Vaal dam wall in Deneysville
Third sluice gate opened at Vaal
1st April 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on Tuesday opened a third sluice gate at the Vaal dam to increase water outflows and manage inflows. The Vaal dam water level is currently at 107.30%,... 


Rethinking water:From crisis to resource recovery
Rethinking water:From crisis to resource recovery
1st April 2025

By: Dr. Palesa Diale, Ph.D - Research Engineer at Nafasi Water It is widely reported that various regions of the world are experiencing a water crisis, highlighting that people remain largely... 


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Volvo Car SA cuts dealerships; aims for 20% premium market share
1st April 2025 By: Irma Venter

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) is rolling out a five-year programme to “Restart” the Swedish premium brand in South Africa. Part of this process is to whittle down its 19 Volvo Car dealerships... 


An image showing Heraeus Precious Metals and Freudenberg e-Power Systems partnering on PEM fuel cell technology solutions
Heraeus Precious Metals, Freudenberg e-Power Systems announce partnership
1st April 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Precious metals business Heraeus Precious Metals and Freudenberg Group business unit Freudenberg e-Power Systems have announced a technology partnership in the field of catalyst-coated membranes... 


Pratley reflects on a thriving 2024 despite economic climate
Pratley reflects on a thriving 2024 despite economic climate
1st April 2025

Local manufacturer Pratley continues to grow well despite weaker economic conditions last year, comments CEO Andrew Pratley. The company aims to launch at least two or three new products every... 


Workers on power lines
Pilot procurement of 1 164 km of powerlines from private investors to be launched in Nov
1st April 2025 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa intends launching a pilot programme for the procurement of 1 164 km of 400-kV powerlines, involving seven corridors in three provinces, in November as part of an initiative to mobilise... 


Lotus' Kayelekera project
Lotus progresses Kayelekera grid connection arrangement ahead of production restart
1st April 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed Lotus Resources has signed two agreements with the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (Escom) to facilitate connection of the Kayelekera uranium project to the national grid. The... 


A recent webinar hosted by Donaldson Filtration explores the critical topic of fuel cleanliness in mining
Ensuring fuel cleanliness in mining with Donaldson filters
1st April 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Mining operations rely heavily on the efficiency and reliability of their equipment, and fuel cleanliness plays a crucial role in minimising downtime and reducing costs. A recent webinar hosted by... 


Regent Business School’s Head of Innovation and Student Experience, Hoosen Essof and Raeesa Bayat, the Director of Startup Grind Durban
Regent Business School Partners with Startup Grind to Strengthen South Africa’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
1st April 2025

Regent Business School has formalised a strategic partnership with Startup Grind, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing South Africa’s next generation of entrepreneurs. This collaboration will... 


Speed in automation – it’s a dealbreaker
Speed in automation – it’s a dealbreaker
1st April 2025

Today’s industry landscape is fast paced, undoubtedly. And automation is the machine of industry, the epitome of today’s on-the-cusp-of-Industry 5.0 and with it, agility, offering a competitive... 


Schneider Electric’s SpaceLogic and EasyLogic ball valves and actuators optimise HVAC performance and ensure energy efficiency
Schneider Electric’s SpaceLogic and EasyLogic ball valves and actuators optimise HVAC performance and ensure energy efficiency
1st April 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, offers the full range of innovative SpaceLogic and EasyLogic ball valves and... 


Insights into South Africa's renewable energy future
Insights into South Africa's renewable energy future
1st April 2025

The renewable energy industry, particularly in South Africa, is undergoing a rapid transformation, with both opportunities and challenges. This year, several key trends will shape the sector,... 


Newcrest mining
As US cuts HIV assistance, South Africa turns to miners, insurer
1st April 2025 By: Bloomberg

Weeks after the administration of US President Donald Trump gutted the country’s aid programs, cancelling billions of dollars of funding used to fight HIV in Africa, mining companies and South... 


Long steel production
AMSA defers longs business closure as it receives R1.68bn in IDC support
31st March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) has announced that the wind down of its long steel business will be deferred for an initial period of at least six months, to August 31, after... 


FPT Industrial expands its presence in Northern Europe: The brand's sales and service network in Sweden is growing with new distributor Power House AB
31st March 2025

FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand dedicated to the design, production, and sale of powertrains and solutions for on- and off-road vehicles, as well as marine and power generation applications,... 


Kazera poised to begin receiving operational cash flows in the coming weeks
31st March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Aim-listed investment company Kazera Global is poised to begin receiving operational cash flows from both its heavy mineral sands (HMS) and diamond projects in the coming weeks, the company said on... 


AI’s role in reshaping Higher Education in South Africa
AI’s role in reshaping Higher Education in South Africa
31st March 2025

By understanding the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on Higher Education, South Africa will be in a stronger position to take advantage of the potential benefits of the technology... 


The Vaal dam
Water Indaba delivers resolutions to resolve water challenges
31st March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Following the Water and Sanitation Indaba held last week, clear resolutions have emerged to reverse the significant decline seen in South Africa’s water sector in the past few years. From... 


An artist’s impression of the ExoMars lander touching down on Mars
Airbus to build lander to carry European Space Agency’s rover to the Martian surface
31st March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Airbus Defence and Space has been chosen by the European Space Agency (ESA) and mission prime industrial contractor Thales Alenia Space (TAS – a JV between Thales and Leonardo) to design and build... 


Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George
George insists new air-pollution exemptions for eight Eskom coal stations not a ‘blanket reprieve’
31st March 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George has granted Eskom air-pollution exemptions for eight power stations that would otherwise have been forced to close on April 1. He... 


South Africa should work to broaden trade relations
31st March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa must build trade relationships more widely owing to the risks to the economy from the tariffs imposed by the US administration under President Donald Trump, says business lobby... 


Image of President Cyril Ramaphosa and Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina at the Water and Sanitation Indaba on March 27, 2025
New path charted for water sector, says Ramaphosa
31st March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new course will be charted for South Africa’s water sector following the landmark Water and Sanitation Indaba held last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday. In his weekly ‘From the... 


Food industry operations – not as simple as flipping a switch
Food industry operations – not as simple as flipping a switch
31st March 2025

By: Ben Selier - Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The food industry represents a huge portion of the global economy, expected to reach $9.68 trillion in 2025... 


Vertiv Launches New Free Cooling Evaporative Solution with Low-GWP Refrigerant to Boost Efficiency and Reduce Carbon Footprint for Data Centres in EMEA
Vertiv Launches New Free Cooling Evaporative Solution with Low-GWP Refrigerant to Boost Efficiency and Reduce Carbon Footprint for Data Centres in EMEA
31st March 2025

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, has announced a significant upgrade of its thermal management product portfolio with the... 


Why you can't miss SAPHILA 2025: Exclusive access to SAP experts, cutting-edge insights and hands-on experiences
Why you can't miss SAPHILA 2025: Exclusive access to SAP experts, cutting-edge insights and hands-on experiences
31st March 2025

SAPHILA 2025 is set to be the must-attend event for SAP customers, partners and enthusiasts across Africa. Hosted by the African SAP User Group (AFSUG), this premier SAP conference, taking place... 


AngloGold completes Australia’s largest hybrid power system at Tropicana
AngloGold completes Australia’s largest hybrid power system at Tropicana
31st March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Johannesburg-based AngloGold Ashanti has advanced its decarbonisation strategy with the completion of the Tropicana renewables project, establishing the largest hybrid power system in Australia’s... 


Enlit Africa 2025 to Challenge the Status Quo and Redefine Africa’s Power Sector
31st March 2025

Enlit Africa, the continent’s foremost gathering for the power, energy and water sectors, is to Cape Town from 20-22 May 2025, under the bold theme Challenge the Status Quo. Convening industry... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Ramakgopa, SAWEA welcome Cabinet’s approval of SAREM
28th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) have welcomed Cabinet’s decision this week to approve the South African Renewable... 


Gautrain expansion set to boost Gauteng’s economy and transport network
Gautrain expansion set to boost Gauteng’s economy and transport network
28th March 2025

By: Calvin Nchabeleng - Partner & Tshepang Mphela, Associate from Webber Wentzel The Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for Roads and Transport in Gauteng issued a Notice of Route Determination... 


Enlit Africa 2025 to Challenge the Status Quo and Redefine Africa’s Power Sector
Enlit Africa 2025 to Challenge the Status Quo and Redefine Africa’s Power Sector
28th March 2025

Enlit Africa, the continent’s foremost gathering for the power, energy and water sectors, is to Cape Town from 20-22 May 2025, under the bold theme Challenge the Status Quo. Convening industry... 


US President Donald Trump
Targeted by Trump, South Africa seeks to reset trade relations
28th March 2025 By: Bloomberg

South Africa is working to reset US relations that have been under assault by Donald Trump since his return to the White House. Pretoria is preparing a bilateral trade agreement as a backstop in... 


Steel firms run ‘collateral damage’ risk if they fail to respond to big Itac tariff review
Steel firms run ‘collateral damage’ risk if they fail to respond to big Itac tariff review
28th March 2025 By: Terence Creamer

A leading trade adviser is urging companies and individuals with interests in South Africa’s steel value chain to respond to the International Trade Administration Commission’s (Itac’s) call for... 


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