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From the ground up: how soil health unlocks greater yields for small-scale farmers
16th May 2025

By: Dr Margaretha Brand - R&D Manager at Omnia In South Africa, over two million smallholder farming households form the backbone of the nation’s food system. These small-scale farmers, cultivating... 


Cannabis leaved with a bottle of oil and a dropper lid
Cannabis law misconceptions demystified
16th May 2025 By: Halima Frost

Many cannabis users in South Africa have misconstrued the new Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, gazetted in June last year, believing they may openly use cannabis before entering the workplace.... 


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Firm’s industrial valves improve operationality, efficiency
16th May 2025

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... 


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Penetration testing service grows with rising security demands
16th May 2025 By: Lynne Davies

As the volume and complexity of cyberthreats continue to grow, many organisations are now adopting Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) – a model that supports more frequent, flexible and... 


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SA manufacturers mull ways to navigate fast-changing global trade environment
16th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

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... 


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SA manufacturers mull ways to navigate fast-changing global trade environment
16th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

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... 


Tapping into the lab economy - Africa’s big opportunities in medical research and diagnostics
15th May 2025

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... 


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Motsoaledi confident US aid cuts won't collapse HIV programmes
15th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi stated on Thursday that government would not allow its decades-long work in the fight against HIV/Aids and TB to collapse because US President Donald Trump decided... 


Tapping into the lab economy - Africa’s big opportunities in medical research and diagnostics
15th May 2025

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... 


Ford South Africa unpacks new procedures to produce battery packs
Ford South Africa unpacks new procedures to produce battery packs
15th May 2025

Ford South Africa in April shipped its first batch of locally produced plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) Rangers for the European, New Zealand and Australian markets. Marleny Arnoldi visited... 


Platinum cathode needed in PEM fuel cells.
Platinum uplift likely as particularly China, California gear for green hydrogen mobility
14th May 2025 By: Martin Creamer

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... 


Ramaco appoints VP for Brook mine
13th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Nasdaq-listed Ramaco Resources has appointed critical minerals expert Michael Woloschuk as executive vice president for critical mineral operations, tasking him with leading the development of the... 


Mega-projects are capable of fuelling a quantum leap for the local economy
AfriSam geared up for more mega-projects in SA
13th May 2025

Mega-projects in the construction sector typically demand an intense level of inputs over short periods, which can put significant pressure on supply chains that may be underdeveloped or... 


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Astron Energy introduces new solution for varnish
12th May 2025

At Astron Energy, we don’t accept the status quo, particularly when challenges are industry-wide and costly. We sat down with Astron Energy Technical Specialist Faiz Regal to find out which big... 


The invaluable role of process automation in West Africa’s mining industry
The invaluable role of process automation in West Africa’s mining industry
9th May 2025

By: Belema Koleoso - Territory Technical Lead, Process Automation at Schneider Electric West Africa Today, the West African mining industry serves as an all-important driver in the region’s... 


KZN estate sets standard in sustainable water management
9th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Simbithi Eco-Estate, a 430 ha residential community in KwaZulu-Natal, has been integrating sustainable water management practices into its everyday operations. The estate’s forward-thinking water... 


A lady with a clipboard in front of the integrated solar inverter and transformer developed by Actom in conjunction with Sungrow
Platinum sponsor to awe Enlit attendees
9th May 2025 By: Halima Frost

In the build-up to this year’s Enlit Africa 2025, electromechanical equipment manufacturer and distributor Actom announced a slew of activities taking place at its stand. “As a platinum sponsor to... 


Colliery Training College
Colliery Training College celebrates 60 years
9th May 2025

The Colliery Training College (CTC) has been a cornerstone of the South African skills development landscape since its establishment in 1965. For six decades, CTC has been renowned as a premier... 


Volt to undertake gold exploration programme at Kouroussa
8th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

ASX-listed Volt Resources is planning to undertake an initial drilling programme on the northeast section of the Kouroussa prospect, following a review of the results of the previous sampling and... 


Wetility co-founder and chief product officer Ikenna Oguguo
Wetility launches AI energy management solution to automatically boost solar use without harming supply resilience
7th May 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Solar as a service provider Wetility has launched an AI-enabled solution for its customers to automatically optimise their solar and battery usage to improve electricity account savings, while... 


First Atlantic Nickel secures provincial grant to advance exploration in Newfoundland
7th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exploration company First Atlantic Nickel has received a C$150 000 grant under Newfoundland and Labrador’s Junior Exploration Assistance (JEA) programme to support its Phase 2 exploration campaign... 


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Prefeasibility work progressing smoothly on Harena’s Madagascar rare earths project
6th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

The prefeasibility study (PFS) work on London-listed Harena Resources’ 75%-owned Ampasindava rare earths project, in Madagascar, is progressing at pace. The company added on May 6 that initial work... 


Schneider Electric launches new TeSys Deca Advanced contactor solution to revolutionise motor management
Schneider Electric launches new TeSys Deca Advanced contactor solution to revolutionise motor management
5th May 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, a leader in digital transformation for energy management and automation, has launched the TeSys Deca Advanced, an advanced contactor solution designed to... 


Unreliable readings, costly consequences: why breathalyser accuracy is essential
Unreliable readings, costly consequences: why breathalyser accuracy is essential
5th May 2025

By: Rhys Evans - Managing Director at ALCO-Safe (Virtual Showroom) In safety-critical sectors, the reliability of breathalyser testing must be unquestionable. The potential for miscalibration... 


Panellists highlight challenges, opportunities in localising manufacturing
Panellists highlight challenges, opportunities in localising manufacturing
4th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Import tariffs announced and, in some instances implemented, by US President Donald Trump have contributed to significant changes to global trade and pose significant challenges for the South... 


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Bulk emulsion developed for dynamic water
2nd May 2025

In line with its continuous innovation of blasting solutions, blasting solutions and explosives company BME has developed Innovex 300D – a high-strength bulk emulsion explosive for challenging... 


Manufacturers urged to embrace technological advances to be competitive, future-ready
2nd May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The future of manufacturing lies in the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies and a steadfast commitment to sustainability. As smart factories become more prevalent, manufacturers must... 


A forest conservation project in Zimbabwe
New forest-focused Earth observation satellite, built by Airbus, successfully launched
30th April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Airbus Space Systems, part of the global major aerospace group Airbus, announced on Tuesday that the Biomass forest-monitoring satellite had been successfully launched into space, on a Vega-C... 


TMC seeks US approval for first commercial deep-sea mining project
TMC seeks US approval for first commercial deep-sea mining project
30th April 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Undersea explorer The Metals Company (TMC) has submitted the first-ever application for a commercial recovery permit to mine the deep ocean under the US seabed mining code. The application, filed... 


Big 5 South Africa Impact Awards announce 51 finalists highlighting construction industry expertise, leadership and progression
24th April 2025

Amid great anticipation, the 51 finalists for the 3rd edition of Big 5 South Africa Impact Awards have officially been revealed.  Celebrating excellence across the built environment, Big 5 South... 


A group of expert speakers unpack the inputs, support and incentives required to grow a competitive manufacturing sector in South Africa in a Creamer Media Webinars-hosted event.
Panellists highlight challenges, opportunities in localising manufacturing
24th April 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Import tariffs announced and, in some instances implemented, by US President Donald Trump have contributed to significant changes to global trade and pose significant challenges for the South... 


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Cyber recovery range arms against cyberattacks
24th April 2025

A hands-on cyber range that integrates realistic attack simulations with essential cyber recovery exercises has been developed to enable companies to defend systems against cyberthreats while... 


Teck profit jumps on higher copper prices, volumes
Teck profit jumps on higher copper prices, volumes
24th April 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Vancouver-headquartered Teck Resources has reported a significant year-on-year improvement in profitability for the first quarter of 2025, driven by stronger copper and zinc prices and increased... 


A handful of ferrochrome.
Working group has been established to extend ferrochrome's horizon, Minister reports
22nd April 2025 By: Martin Creamer

A working group with industry has been established to improve the operating environment for long-term sustainability of South Africa’s ferrochrome industry, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister... 


Botala to raise A$1.25m through new share placement
22nd April 2025 By: Darren Parker

ASX- and BSE-listed coal exploration and development company Botala Energy has secured firm investment commitments from institutional, sophisticated and professional investors to raise... 


The Warman MC range of pumps is engineered for optimal performance and reliability in challenging milling environments
J221 overlay extends life of Warman pump shaft sleeves at Mogalakwena
22nd April 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) When Anglo American Platinum’s Mogalakwena mine in South Africa’s Limpopo province wanted to extend the wear life of shaft sleeves in its Warman® pumps, Weir suggested the... 


Engen and DEET Empower Persons with Disabilities through life-changing Skills Programme
Engen and DEET Empower Persons with Disabilities through life-changing Skills Programme
22nd April 2025

In a powerful move to advance inclusion, mobility, and employability for persons with disabilities, Engen, in partnership with the Disability Economic Empowerment Trust (DEET), has successfully... 


DEON DE KOCK
Reunert sees growth opportunities in South Africa’s broader energy infrastructure sector
Transmission roll-out drives local solutions demand
18th April 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

State-owned power utility Eskom’s ambitious plan to expand South Africa’s transmission network, which includes the roll-out of 14 000 km of new power lines over the next decade, is expected to... 


Copper cathode produced in the DRC
Trump supporter Prince reaches deal with Congo to help secure mineral wealth
17th April 2025 By: Reuters

Prominent Trump supporter Erik Prince has agreed to help Democratic Republic of Congo secure and tax its vast mineral wealth, according to two sources close to the private security executive, a... 


Asian coal prices fall to fresh four-year low on trade war fears
Asian coal prices fall to fresh four-year low on trade war fears
17th April 2025 By: Bloomberg

Asia’s coal price benchmark fell to a four-year low as trade tensions threaten to sap demand, testing levels where miners shut more production. Australian Newcastle futures declined to $94.25 a... 


MTN maintains title of South Africa’s best network, Cell C overtakes Vodacom in second place
16th April 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications group MTN has maintained its title of South Africa’s best mobile network during the first quarter of 2025, with a Network Quality Score of 9.92. According to MyBroadband... 


Genuine large parts like gears ensure optimal performance, reliability and minimal downtime, keeping crushers operating optimally
Fake parts put crusher and screen owners and staff at risk
16th April 2025

Genuine parts for crushers and screens are an essential part of the promise that OEMs make to the market – to keep their customers’ projects profitable and their businesses sustainable. On the... 


US copper industry seeks export curbs instead of import tariffs
US copper industry seeks export curbs instead of import tariffs
15th April 2025 By: Bloomberg

Major players in the US copper industry have called on President Donald Trump to restrict exports of ore and scrap metal rather than imposing tariffs on imports, in his efforts to boost domestic... 


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