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New wireless broadband solution for SA homes
9th January 2026

A broadband solution that offers uncapped, unshaped and unthrottled connectivity without any trenching, cabling, or fair-use limits has been launched in South Africa. Designed for households that... 


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Energy-saving tech for large residential developments in SA
9th January 2026

A solar farm geyser management system built for large-scale residential developments has been introduced by smart home and energy-management technology company Sensor Networks.  The upgraded system... 


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Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Stage 1 delivery remains on schedule. 


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Black Pine oxide gold project, US – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Liberty Gold has reached a major permitting milestone for the project. 


A view over the casting wheels during the first batch of anodes produced by the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Smelter on December 29, 2025
Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Ivanhoe Mines has produced the first copper anodes at its direct-to-blister copper smelter at the Kamoa-Kakula complex. 


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Kanyika niobium project, Malawi – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The updated bankable feasibility study is on track for completion by March 31, 2026. 


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Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project, South Africa – update
9th January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Phalaborwa is now expected to produce about 213 t/y of yttrium oxide as part of its mixed heavy-rare-earth output.  


AI-generated tools being used across cyberattack chains, requires systematic approach to training and internal policies – Kaspersky
8th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The rapid development of AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in 2026 for individual users and for businesses. Large language models (LLMs) are influencing defensive capabilities while... 


Chariot signs MoU for offtake at Nigerian projects
8th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

ASX-listed Chariot Resources has entered into a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Fujian Jinjianqiao New Energy Technology to explore cooperation opportunities. The collaboration... 


Green Technology Metals secures extended C$100m financing interest for Seymour lithium project
8th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

ASX-listed Green Technology Metals has received an extended letter of interest (LOI) from Export Development Canada (EDC) for potential financing support of up to C$100-million for the development... 


Lego adds electronic elements to its building blocks, enabling motion detection, sound tracks
Lego adds electronic elements to its building blocks, enabling motion detection, sound tracks
8th January 2026 By: Irma Venter

Danish toymaker Lego this week unveiled three new electronic additions to its classic building blocks at the Consumer Electronics Show 2026, in Las Vegas, that can see some of its creations come to... 


Unlocking Investment to Close Africa’s Energy Gap
Unlocking Investment to Close Africa’s Energy Gap
8th January 2026

Africa stands at a critical crossroads in its energy journey. Despite being home to some of the world’s fastest-growing economies and richest energy resources, more than 600 million people across... 


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NextSource receives initial equipment for first battery anode facility
8th January 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Emerging Canadian miner NextSource Materials has received the first shipment of equipment for its inaugural battery anode facility in Abu Dhabi. The equipment delivery marks a significant... 


 From Cables to Clouds: Revolutionising DCS with Edge I/O and AI for Industry 4.0
From Cables to Clouds: Revolutionising DCS with Edge I/O and AI for Industry 4.0
8th January 2026

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric For decades, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) have been the backbone of industrial automation, integral to... 


M2i, Volato, Titanium X sign collaboration agreement to advance US critical mineral development
M2i, Volato, Titanium X sign collaboration agreement to advance US critical mineral development
8th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

M2i Global, a company specialising in the development and execution of a complete global value supply chain for critical minerals, along with Volato Group, a technology-driven company, have... 


ASP Isotopes chairperson Paul Mann
ASP Isotopes completes buyout of Renergen
7th January 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASP Isotopes has successfully closed its acquisition of South African firm Renergen, creating a combined company that is focused on the production of critical isotopes and helium. This strategic... 


Summit Minerals to rebrand as Western Ridge Resources following Keystone project acquisition
7th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

ASX-listed Summit Minerals will seek shareholder approval at its upcoming general meeting to change its name to Western Ridge Resources, with trading on the ASX to follow under the ticker WRX,... 


Impofu wind farm becomes a canvas for community connection through Enel’s Blowing Art Initiative
Impofu wind farm becomes a canvas for community connection through Enel’s Blowing Art Initiative
7th January 2026

Enel Green Power South Africa has introduced the Blowing Art Initiative at the Impofu Wind Farm, a creative community project that turns renewable energy infrastructure into a living gallery. Local... 


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Miners drive Australian shares higher; inflation comes under forecasts
7th January 2026 By: Reuters

Australian shares rose on Wednesday, with miners leading gains on strong commodity prices, while consumer prices increased by less than forecast in November in a sign that inflation may be cooling... 


AI in SA logistics: where it helps, where it hurts
AI in SA logistics: where it helps, where it hurts
7th January 2026

In the sector generally, artificial intelligence is increasingly part of everyday logistics work — not as “autonomous logistics”, but as decision support: checking documents, spotting anomalies,... 


Gold refining
Gold miner aims to retake Venezuela assets after Maduro’s fall
6th January 2026 By: Bloomberg

Gold Reserve has spent years fighting with Nicolas Maduro’s government over two gold deposits seized by Venezuela. Now, after the US captured the country’s leader on Saturday, the tiny mining... 


Lithium ore in hand
Lithium Universe finds suitable US site for second lithium refinery
6th January 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Senior members of ASX-listed Lithium Universe’s executive team have completed a detailed site visit to assess a proposed second lithium refinery location for the company in Brownsville, Texas, in... 


 Mastering Measurement Challenges in Chemical Storage: Precision Solutions for Extreme Conditions
Mastering Measurement Challenges in Chemical Storage: Precision Solutions for Extreme Conditions
6th January 2026

(Virtual Showroom) From corrosive acids to volatile hydrocarbons, VEGA's advanced instruments—VEGAPULS, VEGABAR, and VEGASWING—ensure dependable performance, even in the most challenging... 


 Safe chemical logistics and two million litres under precise control, Impossible? VEGA says it can be done!
Safe chemical logistics and two million litres under precise control, Impossible? VEGA says it can be done!
6th January 2026

(Virtual Showroom) With a storage capacity of 2 million litres, distributed across 40 tank chambers in 22 above-ground tanks, the new tank farm at Friedrich Scharr KG is a high-performance... 


Process headaches? Let VEGA’s smart sensors do the thinking
Process headaches? Let VEGA’s smart sensors do the thinking
6th January 2026

(Virtual showroom) A petroleum wholesaler based in south-central Michigan has been steadily expanding its operations for over 80 years. Now in its fourth generation, the company provides heating... 


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Kawasaki signs deal to build world's largest liquefied hydrogen carrier
6th January 2026 By: Reuters

Japan's Kawasaki Heavy Industries said on Tuesday it has signed a contract with Japan Suiso Energy to build the world's largest liquefied hydrogen carrier with a capacity of 40 000 cubic metres.... 


Nord to acquire Gowganda Silver Camp mining licences from Battery Mineral Resources
6th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

TSX-V-listed Nord Precious Metals has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement with fellow TSX-V-listed Battery Mineral Resources to acquire four mining leases in the Gowganda Silver Camp... 


Schneider Electric Accelerates Adoption of SF₆-Free SM AirSeT Switchgear Across East Africa
Schneider Electric Accelerates Adoption of SF₆-Free SM AirSeT Switchgear Across East Africa
6th January 2026

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is driving the transition to sustainable medium-voltage solutions across East Africa with its award-winning  SM AirSeT... 


Uranium
US awards $2.7bn worth of orders to boost uranium enrichment
6th January 2026 By: Reuters

The US Energy Department announced on Monday it was awarding orders totaling $2.7-billion to three companies to boost domestic uranium enrichment over the next ten years in a broader effort to... 


Potash in hand
Buffalo Potash lists successfully on TSX-V
5th January 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Buffalo Potash Corporation has successfully listed on the TSX-V with its shares due to start trading on January 6. The listing follows a successful financing of about $7.7-million last month,... 


Kenya’s Industrial Sectors – how embracing digital transformation and AI can contribute to sustainable growth
Kenya’s Industrial Sectors – how embracing digital transformation and AI can contribute to sustainable growth
5th January 2026

By: Ifeanyi Odoh - Country President: East Africa at Schneider Electric Kenya’s industrial and building sectors are entering an exciting phase, undoubtedly driven, in part, of the advent of digital... 


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EcoGraf receives Australian tax incentive for proprietary graphite purification tech
5th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

ASX-listed EcoGraf has reported that it has received a research and development tax incentive of $1.7-million from the Australian Taxation Office. The company explains that the tax incentive... 


Schneider Electric and Enactus celebrate the success of their mentorship programme in English-Speaking Africa
5th January 2026

Schneider Electric and international Non‑Profit Company (NPC), Enactus are celebrating the success of their collaborative mentorship programme, which is fostering purpose-driven leadership among... 


Lithium ore on a conveyor
Energy storage boom strengthens demand outlook for beaten-down lithium
5th January 2026 By: Reuters

A boom in battery storage has bolstered the demand outlook for lithium in 2026, driving hopes for an accelerated turnaround for an industry struggling with oversupply. The lithium market has been... 


DSV celebrates the addition of six electric trucks to its road fleet in South Africa
DSV celebrates the addition of six electric trucks to its road fleet in South Africa
5th January 2026

DSV is proud to announce another major milestone in its sustainability journey with the addition of six Volvo FM 4x2 electric trucks to its fleet in South Africa. This announcement follows the... 


Aluminium smelting is electricity intensive.
South32, Eskom jointly exploring post-2031 power options for Hillside Aluminium
19th December 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Studies being undertaken on the future power source for South32’s Hillside Aluminium beyond 2031 are taking place amid awareness of the different energy levers that can potentially be pulled. The... 


Airtel invests $107m to upgrade more than 400 network sites across Zambia
19th December 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mobile network operator Airtel Zambia is investing $107-million in nationwide network upgrades aimed at improving quality of service, expanding coverage and strengthening the resilience of its... 


Samsung Celebrated for Transformative Tech by Consumer Technology Association
Samsung Celebrated for Transformative Tech by Consumer Technology Association
19th December 2025

Samsung Electronics has announced that its latest line-up of products and services have been recognised by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® with multiple CES® 2026 Innovation Awards. This... 


Astronomy to support socioeconomic development under Royal Bafokeng-IAU agreement
19th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The International Astronomical Union’s Office of Astronomy for Development (IAU–OAD) and the Royal Bafokeng Nation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate using astronomy as... 


GridCars is powering South Africa’s electromobility journey
GridCars is powering South Africa’s electromobility journey
18th December 2025

This year has been a defining year for GridCars, marking significant progress in South Africa’s electromobility journey. From expanding the national charging network to signing strategic... 


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Wärtsila renews power plant services agreement at Kinross’ Tasiast mine
18th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Technology group Wärtsilä has renewed its operation and maintenance (O&M) agreement with Tasiast Mauritanie, a subsidiary of Canada’s Kinross Gold for a further three years. The agreement will... 


Meg O'Neill
How BP’s new boss became the most powerful woman in fossil fuels
18th December 2025 By: Bloomberg

Meg O’Neill’s rapid rise to the top of one of the world’s biggest fossil-fuel companies has been unencumbered by doubt. At a moment when oil executives are still being pressed to move away from... 


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First Quantum introduces automated drilling technology to Zambian operation
18th December 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Metals and mining company First Quantum Minerals is introducing new automated drilling technology at its Sentinel mine, in Kalumbila, marking the deployment of this advanced system in Zambia. The... 


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