South African authorities said they are investigating how electronic equipment made in the country ended up in Russian drones used to attack Ukraine. The part in question is a laser range finder... 

Toronto-listed Gunnison Copper has announced the promotion of Robert Winton to COO, recognising his role in transforming the Johnson Camp mine from care-and-maintenance into the US's newest... 

South African regulations on premium efficiency IE3 motors open a door of opportunity for geared motor users, says SEW-EURODRIVE, but forward planning and the considered advice of established and... 

This year’s Transport Month should firmly spotlight collaborative projects between the private and public sectors that are strengthening the country’s freight network, says advocacy body Road... 

To better support operations in West Africa’s rapidly expanding mining sector, Gauteng pumps supplier Integrated Pump Technology was officially appointed an authorised distributor of the Grindex... 

Transport Month is a timely opportunity to reflect on how the country’s forecourt network is adapting to shifting travel patterns, consumer expectations and the global energy transition, says... 

The Caledon Maltings plant was originally designed with rail intake in mind, says beer producer South African Breweries (SAB) CEO Richard Rivett-Carnac. The facility is one of the largest malting... 

Following a successful debut as a first-time exhibitor at Electra Mining Africa 2024 – where the company showcased its Hexagon Partner Solutions – software solutions provider Chempute Software is... 

This week we profile Marius Wessels, senior VP at SYSPRO, a global enterprise resource planning (ERP) software provider specialising in simplifying business complexity for manufacturers and... 

Electric motors are central to South Africa’s mining operations – powering fans, pumps, conveyors and other essential equipment – making developments in motor and drive technology increasingly more... 

Leveraging Electra Mining Africa’s reach to showcase the next generation of rugged handhelds and tablets that are “designed for industries where reliability and performance are non-negotiable” is... 

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) mandates, sustainability worries, and the “very real impacts of climate change and water scarcity in South Africa”, have resulted in a noticeable increase... 

Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 3 certification from the International Electrical Commission (IEC) has been achieved for electric motors and large drive systems company Innomotics and mechanical... 

Less than a year out from Electra Mining Africa 2026 (EMA26), the exhibition is already 90% sold demonstrating the strong industry support for the show, says event organiser Montgomery Group Africa... 

Industrial solutions provider BMG will participate in Electra Mining Africa 2026 (EMA26), once again presenting its “extensive engineering solutions and technical services that have been refined... 

In the wake of separating its assets from former parent company Anglo American, platinum group metals (PGMs) mining company Valterra Platinum is setting the stage to further develop one of its most... 

Technology and collaboration is key to solving one of South Africa’s most pressing water challenges: the loss of nearly half the country’s clean treated water. South Africa’s national nonrevenue... 

The twin crises of surging municipal arrear debt owing to Eskom and rising electricity theft have been lurking for years, and with all efforts to combat the problems having failed. In fact Eskom’s... 

Having participated in Electra Mining Africa 2024 (EMA24), energy equipment and solutions provider CHINT, will be returning to the trade show in 2026, to connect with industry stakeholders,... 

A new era of precision welding has arrived. Gas, welding and safety supplier EWN&S is proud to announce its official partnership with global welding pioneer INE, bringing world-class... 

In the wake of separating its assets from former parent company Anglo American, platinum group metals (PGMs) mining company Valterra Platinum is setting the stage to further develop one of its most... 

Southern Palladium has lodged an environmental guarantee with South Africa’s Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources. 

Smelter startup is scheduled to start in early November. 

Diamond producer De Beers Consolidated Mines (DBCM) chairperson Barend Petersen has urged the South African diamond industry to support the Luanda Accord, a new initiative requiring diamond... 

Reflecting on his return as CEO of Exxaro Resources, Ben Magara discussed the group’s diversification strategy at this year’s Joburg Indaba, highlighting the “next dawn” at the company. In a... 

Watch this compelling video and find out more about the way in which Vedanta is positioning itself in critical minerals, how the South African zinc business fits in, the steps being taken to... 

While State-owned Eskom has historically faced systemic challenges such as unreliability of its generation fleet and a weak balance sheet, chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati has said the utility is... 

Navitha Ramsunker is a trailblazer in CFAO Equipment’s Heavy Lift division, making her mark in the historically male-dominated heavy industrial equipment industry - and feeling empowered doing so.... 

Next Engineers, a global college- and career-readiness programme working to increase the opportunities for young people in engineering, celebrated the graduation of 43 learners from the Engineering... 

The inaugural International Space Summit Africa (ISSA) – set to be held in South Africa from June 2 to 4, 2026 – will focus on the upstream and downstream space sector linkages between African... 

National Treasury has launched the MzansiXchange pilot, the data exchange pillar of South Africa’s Roadmap for the Digital Transformation of Government, which was officially launched in May 2025.... 

As the world transitions from traditional, centralised power generation to more decentralised, digitally integrated systems – driven by decarbonisation imperatives – South Africa’s energy sector is... 

The Infrastructure Fund, a blended finance platform created through a partnership between the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), the National Treasury and Infrastructure South Africa, has... 

Low-cost Southern African airline FlySafair is increasingly turning to technology to maintain operational efficiencies, enhance customer experience and ensure its low-cost operational profile. From... 

The JSE has appointed capital markets director Valdene Reddy to succeed Dr Leila Fourie as CEO with effect from April 1, 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Fourie, who was appointed CEO of the... 

Dust generation has long been a critical challenge in bulk materials handling, with significant implications for safety, health and environmental compliance. Weba Chute Systems, a leading... 

China tightened its rare earth export controls on Thursday, expanding restrictions on processing technology and spelling out its intention to limit exports to overseas defence and semiconductor... 

There have been considerable changes in the approach to tailings management over the past 30 years or so, with learnings from previous global disasters informing new legislation, engendering... 

Leading supplier of petroleum production in Southern Africa, Astron Energy, is proud to present its new Quartech Fuel, a revolutionary petrol and diesel formulation enhanced with premium additives,... 

By SYSPRO Africa Senior Vice President: International Sales Johan du Toit “There is no such thing as a smart factory, just automated factories supported by smart systems.” – Pieter van Schalkwyk... 

The world economy has proven more resilient than expected despite acute strains from multiple shocks, the head of the International Monetary Fund said on Wednesday, forecasting only a slight... 

Norway-based independent risk management and assurance group DNV reports, in the ninth edition of its “Energy Transition Outlook”, that the policy reversals in the US regarding clean energy are...