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Solar users should focus on monitoring, managing and maximising assets
Updated 7 hours ago By: Marleny Arnoldi

The solar industry experienced a boom between 2020 and 2023 when loadshedding was rife; however, the rush to install solar panels left monitoring and maximising these power systems as an... 


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FLS completes major upgrade of Delmas polyurethane facility
Updated 7 hours ago By: Darren Parker

Full flowsheet minerals processing supplier FLS has completed a significant upgrade to its polyurethane manufacturing facility in Delmas, Mpumalanga, to position the site as a key global hub for... 


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Design of technology demonstrator aircraft for 6th-generation stealth fighter released by UK
18th July 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

UK-based global major aerospace and defence group BAE Systems has, in conjunction with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), UK-based power and propulsion group Rolls-Royce, and pan-European missile... 


Vertiv to acquire custom rack solutions manufacturer
Vertiv to acquire custom rack solutions manufacturer
18th July 2025

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Great Lakes Data Racks & Cabinets family of companies... 


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Tailored drive solution meets performance, reliability and scheduling challenges
18th July 2025

Designed for maximum flexibility, efficiency and adaptability, SEW-EURODRIVE’s TrueDNA solution is aimed at addressing the challenges faced by industry when mixing components from multiple... 


Automechanika Johannesburg Forges Vital Connections at Zimbabwe and Zambia Roadshows
Automechanika Johannesburg Forges Vital Connections at Zimbabwe and Zambia Roadshows
18th July 2025

The recent Automechanika Buyers and Visitors Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) Roadshows in Zimbabwe and Zambia, under the theme "Forging the African Connection", have set the stage for what promises to be... 


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McClean Lake uranium production resumes with SABRE method
18th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Uranium miners Orano Canada and Denison Mines have kicked off commercial production using their patented Surface Access Borehole Resource Extraction (SABRE) method at the McClean Lake joint venture... 


China spy agency accuses foreign agents of stealing rare earths
China spy agency accuses foreign agents of stealing rare earths
18th July 2025 By: Bloomberg

China’s spy agency has accused overseas intelligence agencies of stealing controlled rare earth materials, reiterating its intent to curb smuggling even as Beijing agrees to review applications to... 


The Jansen potash mine in Canada
BHP hit by potash cost blowout; iron-ore and copper set records
18th July 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Commodities major BHP on Friday warned of rising costs and possible delays at its flagship Canadian potash project and confirmed it is considering selling its suspended nickel business, as part of... 


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Spain's Zelestra aims to power Peru mines with $1 billion renewables investment
18th July 2025 By: Reuters

Spain's Zelestra plans to invest at least $1-billion in renewable energy plants over the next five years powering mines in copper-rich southern Peru, the company's CEO for Latin America told... 


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Celebrating a 50-year legacy in construction, built on quality and performance
18th July 2025

From small beginnings in 1975 as Wetback Erection, South African mechanical and piping contractor Wetback Contracts has grown to become known for its quality and performance, celebrating a 50-year... 


Vodacom, MTN spending big to boost network coverage in KwaZulu-Natal
18th July 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications groups MTN and Vodacom are both injecting millions of rands into KwaZulu-Natal to enhance network coverage and expand rural access in the province. Vodacom plans to invest... 


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Strong foundation enables growth, collaboration
18th July 2025

Automotive components manufacturer Malben Engineering believes that a strong tool and die-making (TDM) foundation equips the organisation to collaborate with original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs)... 


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Association encourages road-rail integration
18th July 2025 By: Lynne Davies

South Africa’s over-reliance on road transport is unsustainable, particularly for long-haul, high-volume freight, says trucking industry trade association Road Freight Association (RFA) CEO Gavin... 


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Firm introduces third waterjet machine
18th July 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Germiston-based waterjet cutting and computer numerical control (CNC) machining company MAXJET last month announced the commissioning of its third waterjet machine to help enhance its operations.... 


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Supplier highlights safety component of gas detectors
18th July 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Portable gas detectors are crucial for safety in various industries, as they provide real-time monitoring of hazardous gases. This, in turn, allows for the timely detection of leaks, the prevention... 


Infrastructure gaps hinder mineral supply chains
18th July 2025 By: Lynne Davies

While initiatives to modernise Southern Africa’s mineral logistics corridors and improve cross-border cooperation are gaining traction, the pace of reform is still too slow to match the rising... 


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Performance vehicles paying off for services provider
18th July 2025 By: Lynne Davies

Driven by a foundational need to address the inherent complexities of bulk materials handling in the mining sector, end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions provider Unitrans has adopted... 


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Company spotlights systems cleanliness for longevity
18th July 2025 By: Halima Frost

Preventing dirt and moisture infiltration into mining hydraulic systems is more cost-effective than the expenses associated with cleaning and repairing contaminated hydraulic components, reported... 


ChatGPT’s human toll
18th July 2025 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

Generative AI tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT are hailed as some of the most disruptive innovations in recent memory, promising – or already delivering – sweeping gains across countless fields. But... 


Establishment of national water agency draws closer
18th July 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s ambitions of establishing a new State-owned water entity, set to be responsible for financing, developing and managing the country’s water infrastructure, is progressing steadily.... 


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Rincon lithium expansion project, Argentina – update
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Final system testing and commissioning have been completed on the starter plant. 


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Victoria Island power plant project, Nigeria
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Victoria Island Power plans to build a power plant that will run on natural gas. 


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Fit-for-purpose air cargo infrastructure seen as key growth driver
18th July 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global representative body for the airline (including air cargo) sector, while air cargo accounted for less than 1% of the... 


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Root lithium project, Canada
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

An updated preliminary economic assessment has outlined a robust development pathway, featuring a combination of openpit mine and underground mining methods. 


TATA Africa Holdings CEO Jacques Taylor
Thoughts on 40 years of successful operations on the African continent
18th July 2025

Doing business in Africa is challenging for any company in any industry sector, but with 40 years of experience in the field, TATA has established itself as a company that is both commercially... 


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Fit-for-purpose air cargo infrastructure seen as key growth driver
18th July 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global representative body for the airline (including air cargo) sector, while air cargo accounted for less than 1% of the... 


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Seymour and Root – mine and concentrator projects, Canada – update
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Green Technology Metals has been forced to defer the release of its definitive feasibility study for the Seymour project.  


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Virginia gas project, South Africa – update
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Renergen has achieved significant operational milestones at the project in the past financial year. 


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Sishen Ultrahigh Dense-Media Separation Project, South Africa – update
18th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction is progressing according to plan. 


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US Commerce Dept sets 93.5% anti-dumping tariff on Chinese anode graphite
17th July 2025 By: Reuters

The US Commerce Department said on Thursday it will impose preliminary anti-dumping duties of 93.5% on anode-grade graphite imported from China after concluding that the materials, which are a key... 


Marked increase in companies using GenAI, but market still maturing – study
17th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

'The South African Generative AI Roadmap 2025' report shows that the number of medium-sized and large companies experimenting with generative AI (GenAI) technologies in their environments has... 


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Panel pleads for more targeted govt support to boost production and reduce African food imports
17th July 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Africa spends about $109-billion on food imports every year, including vegetable oils, sugar and grain, despite having ample arable land and other resources to produce these food staples itself,... 


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Thermo Fisher Scientific, SAMRC, DSTI launch new scientific training facility
17th July 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Life-science and clinical research company Thermo Fisher Scientific, Department of Health entity the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the Department of Science, Technology and... 


Ford South Africa's PHEV battery assembly plant
Automotive sector decarbonisation opportunities numerous – panel
17th July 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With the implementation of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism looming, new energy vehicle (NEV) policies intensifying and the responsible sourcing imperative intenifiying, automotive... 


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A multi-tool on tracks, built for site work – powered by John Deere
17th July 2025

African construction, mining and municipal operations contend with unforgiving terrain and budget constraints. Compact machines need more than muscle—they must be flexible, efficient, and built to... 


Africa’s Readiness to Take Action: Climate Modalities, ESG Impact Investment & Inclusive Growth at B Lab Africa Summit 2025
Africa’s Readiness to Take Action: Climate Modalities, ESG Impact Investment & Inclusive Growth at B Lab Africa Summit 2025
17th July 2025

The 4th Annual B Lab Africa Summit 2025 on Climate Modalities, ESG Impact Investment & Inclusive Growth: Africa's Readiness to Take Action is now officially open for ticket sales. This landmark... 


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Govt commits to restoring public confidence in State security
17th July 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Inspector-General of Intelligence Imtiaz Fazel has welcomed Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni’s release of the National Security Strategy 2024-29 and National Intelligence Estimate... 


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Panel outlines ways to ensure manufacturing sustainability in a turbulent global landscape
17th July 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With growing supply chain disruption, climate impacts and political instability globally, African manufacturers need to devise resilient strategies and embrace regional integration to ensure... 


Even as quantum threats to cybersecurity loom, going back to basics is where battles are won
Even as quantum threats to cybersecurity loom, going back to basics is where battles are won
17th July 2025

By: Richard Ford - Chief Technology Officer at Integrity360 Despite the escalating sophistication of AI-generated threats and the looming specter of quantum computing capable of shattering current... 


C&I Energy & Storage Summit Zambia 2025: Connection solution providers with C&I owners
C&I Energy & Storage Summit Zambia 2025: Connection solution providers with C&I owners
17th July 2025

As a proud media partner of the C&I Energy & Storage Summit Zambia 2025, we’re excited to share a key message with the market: this summit is designed to connect solution providers directly with... 


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On-site oxygen boosts gold recovery
17th July 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Several gold mines across sub-Saharan Africa have confirmed that they are saving up to 70% in costs by switching from delivered oxygen to their own on-site systems, says oxygen and nitrogen... 


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