Africa has established the continent’s first space agency to boost Earth observation and data sharing at a time when a more hostile global context is limiting the availability of climate and... 

Energy and chemicals group Sasol has announced a dramatic 70% cut to the capital expenditure (capex) budget associated with its greenhouse-gas emission reduction roadmap to 2030, while still... 

Diversified mining company Rio Tinto Group is deepening its presence in the battery metals space, announcing on Monday an agreement with Chile’s State-owned Codelco to jointly develop a major... 

Stellenbosch University (SU) has announced the opening of the LaunchLab CERIBIO, a biotechnology laboratory for biotechnology startups. The initiative aims to accelerate the local biotechnology... 

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) can now provide the local additive manufacturing (AM – popularly called 3D printing) sector with 316L stainless steel powder on a pilot... 

Branded food services franchisor Famous Brands has achieved a 14.2% increase in its total dividend to R3.45 for the financial year ended February 28. This compares with a dividend of R3.02... 

By: Sarika Andhee - Marketing Leader: Field Service at Schneider Electric Asset tracking plays a critical role in the success of industrial businesses. By effectively managing and monitoring... 

Hydrogen technology company Hydrox Holdings is progressing the development of its pioneer Divergent-Electrode-Flow-Through (DEFT) hydrogen technology, a membrane-less electrolyser, with the company... 

The increasing trade turmoil globally has emphasised the need and urgency to capture the intra-Africa trade opportunity that is the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Standard Bank... 

Fireplace manufacturer Beauty Fires has introduced the Forge Fires Collection of locally made fireplaces, delivering an affordable yet robust alternative to costly high-end European brands and... 

Wind turbine manufacturers installed a record 127 GW of new wind power capacity in 2024, with 29 different wind turbine suppliers mechanically installing 23 098 units, despite challenging... 

The integrated transport sector is set to face some of the most stringent broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) requirements in the country, following proposals unveiled by Integrated... 

Billionaire mining magnate Gina Rinehart poured hundreds of millions of dollars into broad market-tracking funds during the first three months of the year, boosting holdings of US equities as... 

The rapid advancements in technology pose both challenges and opportunities for employment and the labour market and it is crucial that organised labour adapts accordingly to ensure it plays a role... 

The thirty-first World Customs Organisation East and Southern Africa (WCO ESA) regional governing council meeting was held, in Pretoria, on May 15, with WCO chairperson Professor Edward Kieswetter... 

A 200 ℓ integrated heat pump (IHP) geyser, developed by alternative and renewable power solutions company Power4Less, uses 600 W of power an hour. It uses nano heat pumping technology and uses only... 

The transition from diesel to electric equipment at ports and container depots has become increasingly evident as efforts to minimise greenhouse-gas emissions and reduce carbon footprints gain... 

Cyber resilience and data protection solutions provider Commvault have extended the announced capabilities of its advanced Cleanroom Recovery technology. The advancements are designed to further... 

An advanced contactor solution designed to revolutionise motor management by offering improved efficiency, reliability, simplicity and sustainability has been unveiled by energy management and... 

ASX-listed Hastings Technology Metals has announced a binding agreement with Wyloo Consolidated Investments to form a joint venture (JV) over the Yangibana rare earths and niobium project, giving... 

As World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28 highlighted the theme of ‘The Impacts of Digitalisation and AI on Workers’ Safety and Health’, occupational injury insurance provider... 

Industrial solutions provider BMG’s Fluid Technology division supplies and supports an extensive range of components for fluid technology systems and general industrial applications. BMG’s strategy... 

Marking a decade of operating in Zambia’s mining sector, global asset integrity management and industrial solutions firm Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC) is gearing up to launch its DGC... 

Equipment reliability is paramount in the mining industry, where operations face constant wear and extreme conditions. From gold extraction in Zimbabwe to copper mining in Zambia and diamond... 

Effective stakeholder engagement, consensus aimed at outlining key strategies for alleviating pressing industry challenges and the promotion of profitable and sustainable operations are effective... 

Driven by a current strong demand from copper, South African mining services company and technology integrator Dwyka Mining Services is supporting Zambian mines through the deployment of drones and... 

A request for proposal (RFP) process has been launched to inform the front-end engineering design (FEED) study for a fully integrated green hydrogen project at the East London Industrial... 

The South African manufacturing sector continues to face pressures associated with weak domestic growth and infrastructure backlogs, which are being exacerbated by intensifying global headwinds... 

Distribution group Jameel Motors will launch China’s Changan vehicles in the local market towards the end of the year. Technically, Changan Automobile is not an entirely new face in South Africa,... 

The South African manufacturing sector continues to face pressures associated with weak domestic growth and infrastructure backlogs, which are being exacerbated by intensifying global headwinds... 

The integration of Level 9 Proximity Detection Systems (PDS) has positively influenced the onsite culture of mining operations over the years, says mine safety original-equipment manufacturer... 

Africa’s fast-growing young population and enthusiastic adoption of digital technology could pave the way for the continent to fast-track science innovation and become a world leader in... 

By Ben Selier, VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric With the persistent threat of load shedding, South Africa’s automotive sector could face new disruptions, as production... 

Africa’s fast-growing young population and enthusiastic adoption of digital technology could pave the way for the continent to fast-track science innovation and become a world leader in... 

Midtier mining and materials company Afrimat has reported a significant decline in operating profit for the 12 months ended February 28. Group revenue increased by 36.7% from R6.1-billion in the... 

Diversified miner Rio Tinto is betting on the Lithium Triangle of South America to play a central role in meeting the world’s rising lithium demand, with CEO Jakob Stausholm describing the region... 

Regulatory compliance has become an unavoidable reality in the intricate web of global manufacturing. Stringent requirements span environmental laws, safety regulations, financial reporting and... 

While South Africa’s latest green hydrogen development is a request for information (RFI) involving the East London Industrial Development Zone becoming the site for a greenfield green hydrogen... 

Amid technological transformation and evolving business, fleet management is a more complex and, consequently, critical sector to prioritise. This was the topic of discussion at the inaugural... 

Cyber security in the age of AI is a key topic for the forthcoming ITWeb Security Summit, to be held in Cape Town and Johannesburg. As AI transforms both the digital threat landscape and the tools... 

By Johan Potgieter, Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Digital twin technology can help create better products, fast.  It can transform the work of product development too.  A... 

Schneider Electric , the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has been awarded the Gender Leader Award at this year’s Africa CEO Forum, held in...