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Daimler Truck signs letter of intent on truck assembly plant in Senegal
Daimler Truck signs letter of intent on truck assembly plant in Senegal
Updated 2 hours 40 minutes ago By: Irma Venter

Daimler Truck has signed a letter of intent on the establishment of a local truck assembly plant together with the government of the Republic of Senegal and private sector company Global Truck... 


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Long-lasting valves support tough mining water conditions
1st August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

The reliability provided by control valves plays a critical role in water treatment processes across the mining sector, where durability and efficiency can directly impact on plant performance and... 


Valves in use on a mine site
Collaborative approach, valve innovation improving performance
1st August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As mining operations extend into harsher and more remote environments in their search for new mineral discoveries, the role of high-performance, durable and locally made valves is becoming more... 


A Mine site where the valves are used.
SA-engineered pinch valves set reliability benchmark in gold mining
1st August 2025

A set of hydraulically operated Corflex pinch valves, installed in 2018 at a major North African gold mine, has delivered seven years of uninterrupted service in one of the continent’s most... 


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Smarter valve design cuts downtime, reduces costs
1st August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Smarter design and better materials used to manufacture valves used in mining applications can make a significant difference in not only plant performance but also in overall mine operating costs... 


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Onsite crushing helps tackle embodied carbon
1st August 2025 By: Lynne Davies

Although the construction industry has traditionally focused on reducing operational energy use through improvements in lighting and insulation, embodied carbon has long “flown under the radar”,... 


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Smarter, efficient pumps drive futureproof operations
1st August 2025

Managing water treatment and wastewater responsibly requires targeted investment in smarter, more efficient treatment technologies, reports pumps manufacturer Verder Pumps. In the mining sector,... 


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Ecological solutions enable adaptable, long-term value
1st August 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Ecologically engineered wetlands and algae-based systems can play a significant role in managing acid mine drainage and sulphate-rich waters at active and legacy mining sites, while enabling... 


An image of Thungela's purpose-built fish breeding facility
Initiatives target improved water quality
1st August 2025

Coal miner Thungela Resources is progressing its extensive R380-million Kromdraai Water Management Project – an environmental response initiative to restore natural water systems and improve water... 


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Climate change adds impetus for strengthened systems
1st August 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Climate change-related impacts on water resources require strengthened water conservation efforts and long-term planning, says water sector association Water Institute of Southern Africa mine water... 


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Work begins on ambitious ‘whole-of-government’ services digitalisation plan
1st August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The South African government is embarking on a new five-year roadmap to deliver a unified and modernised ‘One Person, One Government, One Touch’ system that reshapes how citizens access essential... 


Happytalism
1st August 2025 By: Riaan de Lange

How happy are you? You might rightly question the means of measurement to provide a coherent response. In case you need reminding, ‘happiness’ is defined as a sense of wellbeing, joy or contentment... 


62 dams built in South Africa since 1994
1st August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and various municipalities across South Africa have built dozens of dams since the dawn of democracy, and continue to build the infrastructure required... 


Intelligent technologies reshaping South Africa’s future
1st August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and smart platforms are reshaping industries, moving beyond connectivity to building a truly intelligent and sustainable future, enabling industry... 


Kyalami in multimillion-rand upgrade in effort to host F1 race
1st August 2025 By: Irma Venter

Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit boss Toby Venter says he has received confirmation that the Federation International de l'Automobile (FIA) has accepted the final design proposals to upgrade the... 


Nebo Jovanovic 
University of Western Cape associate professor
Rural communities and local government have a critical role to play in anchoring rural water innovation
1st August 2025

Innovative, decentralised water technologies are transforming access to water in rural South Africa. But without an institutional home in local government, these solutions risk fading once project... 


Magazine cover image
Work begins on ambitious ‘whole-of-government’ services digitalisation plan
1st August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The South African government is embarking on a new five-year roadmap to deliver a unified and modernised ‘One Person, One Government, One Touch’ system that reshapes how citizens access essential... 


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Hiryo coal-to-fertiliser and methanol project, South Africa – update
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The African Export-Import Bank Advisory and Capital Markets department has been appointed and mandated as the exclusive financial adviser to raise capital for the project. 


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Jwaneng underground project, Botswana – update
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Development work is progressing on schedule. 


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Project Pele, US – update
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Work has started on the fabrication of the reactor core. 


Construction equipment on the way to the Reko Diq project
Reko Diq copper/gold project, Pakistan – update
1st August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Fluor Corporation has received the final notice to proceed from Barrick Mining Corporation. 


Dr Rethabile Melamu
SAPVIA welcomes new solar PV projects under Bid Window 7
31st July 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) celebrates a significant milestone following the Department of Electricity and Energy’s (DEE’s) allocation of six new solar PV projects... 


Packaging that performs: Nitrogen flushing the smart way
Packaging that performs: Nitrogen flushing the smart way
31st July 2025

In the fast-paced world of food packaging, freshness is everything. Whether it is the satisfying crunch of crisps, the tender chew of biltong, or the soft wrap of a ready-made meal, consumers... 


NAACAM SHOW 2025 to be held in SA’s automotive industry hub for the first time
31st July 2025

It’s all systems go for the NAACAM SHOW 2025, the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM)’s showcase of South Africa’s automotive component manufacturing... 


Carbon has become part of the cost of doing business – and, increasingly, part of the value too
31st July 2025

By Renai Moothilal, CEO, NAACAM Carbon rules are reshaping global trade, and automotive component manufacturers must adapt or risk falling behind. Interim results from a new NAACAM-led readiness... 


Five-year solar power deal comes with zero investment, immediate saving, free upkeep
Five-year solar power deal comes with zero investment, immediate saving, free upkeep
31st July 2025

Lower-cost, free-maintenance, zero-investment rooftop solar electricity is the enticing five-year power purchase agreement (PPA) offer from Sosimple Energy - a diligent entrepreneurial company... 


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Wheel loaders offer efficiency and productivity for a range of applications
31st July 2025

Designed to adapt to perform in diverse conditions, Wacker Neuson wheel loaders offer a number of innovations such as all-wheel steering (AWS) and a range of attachments designed to optimise... 


Basement construction well underway at 3 Parks Boulevard with Concor managing the complex excavation and foundation work required for the two below-ground parking levels despite the site’s tight footprint
Concor to constructing tenth building for Intaprop in Oxford Parks Precinct
31st July 2025

Leading construction specialist Concor secured the contract to construct 3 Parks Boulevard for prominent property developer Intaprop in the prestigious Oxford Parks Precinct, marking the latest... 


WearCheck Technical Bulletin: CRUDE AWAKENING Part  2
WearCheck Technical Bulletin: CRUDE AWAKENING Part 2
31st July 2025

By: Rivendren Wayne Moodley – diagnostician, WearCheck (Virtual Showroom) In a world constantly in motion, where ambition shapes empires and innovation fuels the future, there exists a silent... 


Image of the Powertrack PT PRO C-20ES mobile cone crusher from  Athos Crushing & Screening
Electric mobile crushers and screens help lower costs in Southern African market
31st July 2025

A range of four fully electric mobile crushers and screens has been launched in response to the growing need by local customers in Southern Africa to lower both operating costs and capital outlay.... 


A panel of experts in a Creamer Media-hosted webinar unpacks how South Africa’s renewable energy landscape is changing
Progress and barriers as South African energy market begins to shift
31st July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's energy market is changing and becoming more diversified, but barriers and significant constraints also remain ahead on the journey to shape a reliable, inclusive, competitive and... 


Southern African Vinyls Association
Southern African Vinyls Association
31st July 2025

The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) and the Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) are pleased to announce their highly anticipated joint industry conference,... 


Valterra Platinum CEO Craig Miller.
Valterra Platinum upping flood defence, envisaging underground trucking, hailing IRMA
30th July 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Platinum group metals (PGM) mining company Valterra Platinum, which experienced severe flooding in the first half of this year at its Amandelbult mine owing to extremely abnormal rainfall, is... 


food groceries in spaza shop
B20 task force warns of global food system collapse without urgent action
30th July 2025 By: Darren Parker

The looming global food crisis is not hypothetical but a reality that needs to be urgently addressed, B20 Sustainable Food Systems and Agriculture Task Force chairperson Debra Mallowah has said.... 


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Firm and uncompromising action the DWS’s warning on water infrastructure sabotage, criminal syndicates
30th July 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) will not hesitate to act and will intensify its collaboration with law enforcement agencies and all levels of government to ensure that those behind the... 


Datacentrix wins Huawei IT Services Partner of the Year for the second consecutive year
Datacentrix wins Huawei IT Services Partner of the Year for the second consecutive year
30th July 2025

Datacentrix, a leading provider of high-performing and secure ICT solutions, has once again been recognised by Huawei as IT Services Partner of the Year, marking the second consecutive year the... 


How modern safety tech is saving lives on South African roads
How modern safety tech is saving lives on South African roads
30th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Trailer tracking is rapidly becoming one of the most crucial advancements in South Africa's transport industry, significantly enhancing road safety by providing transparency and monitoring... 


 NETSCOUT Delivers Double-Digit Energy Savings for Data Centre Observability Solutions
NETSCOUT Delivers Double-Digit Energy Savings for Data Centre Observability Solutions
30th July 2025

NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT), a leading provider of observability, AIOps, cybersecurity, and DDoS attack protection solutions, has announced how the intentionally efficient design and... 


Top ten finalists selected for 2025 FNF GreenPitch Challenge
30th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The top ten finalists for the 2025 FNF GreenPitch Challenge have been selected from more than 200 entries representing various green economy investment opportunity sectors, including the circular... 


Mergence announces additional R60m mezzanine funding for Solarise Africa
30th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Asset management firm Mergence Investment Managers has announced an additional R60-million investment in renewable energy company Solarise Africa. The latest funding, structured as a mezzanine... 


Renewables to overtake coal as largest electricity source, as demand grows in 2026 – IEA
30th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Global electricity demand is expected to expand at one of the fastest sustained paces in more than a decade despite ongoing economic pressures, with renewables, natural gas and nuclear all... 


JAE and Ferrit introduce utility vehicle for underground mining
JAE and Ferrit introduce utility vehicle for underground mining
30th July 2025

South African original-equipment manufacturer JA Engineering has, in partnership with Czech Republic OEM Ferrit, launched a new heavy-duty utility vehicle for use in underground mining. Darren... 


Creamer Media publishing editor Martin Creamer interviews TAKRAF South Africa MD Richard Späth about the group’s deep roots and forward-looking strategy
TAKRAF marks 300 years with renewed focus on sustainable mining solutions
30th July 2025

Global mining technology company TAKRAF, which celebrates an extraordinary 300 years of industrial history in August, is marking the milestone by reaffirming its commitment to innovation,... 


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The SAIMM started as a learned society in 1894 after the invention of the cyanide process that saved the South African gold mining industry of the...

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Rooted in the hearts of South Africans, combining technology and a quest for perfection to bring you a battery of peerless standing. Willard...

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