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South African National Space Agency outlines ambitious five-year plan
3rd October 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

This year is proving to be a red-letter year for the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), with the climax arguably being its hosting of the Sixth Space Economy Leaders Meeting (SELM6), at... 


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Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update
3rd October 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Unit 6 has officially entered into commercial operation. 


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Okiep copper project, South Africa – update
3rd October 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Orion Minerals has received firm commitments for a placement to sophisticated and professional investors and chairperson Denis Waddell. 


uYilo eMobility Programme programme manager Edem Foli
Africa must build its own e-mobility research, manufacturing ecosystem, uYilo says
2nd October 2025 By: Darren Parker

Africa cannot rely solely on knowledge transfer from Europe, Asia or the US and must develop its own research and innovation ecosystem to drive the growth of electric micro-mobility across the... 


Air Products’ ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation accentuates commitment to high laboratory standards
Air Products’ ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation accentuates commitment to high laboratory standards
1st October 2025

Air Products is known for maintaining high safety and quality standards, and the latest ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation obtained from the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), is... 


DMPR Minister Gwede Mantashe
New window for Junior Mining Exploration Fund opens
30th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Following the success of the first window for the Junior Mining Exploration Fund (JMEF), the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR), the Council for Geoscience (CGS) and the... 


Etango uranium project
Bannerman reports solid progress for Etango early works
30th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

ASX-listed Bannerman Energy has reported that early works construction activities at its Etango uranium project, in Namibia, are tracking in line with budget and on schedule. The company reports... 


Schneider Electric Unveils Liquid Cooling Portfolio with Motivair Featuring Dedicated Solutions and Services for HPC and AI Workloads
Schneider Electric Unveils Liquid Cooling Portfolio with Motivair Featuring Dedicated Solutions and Services for HPC and AI Workloads
30th September 2025

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has today unveiled its world-leading portfolio of end-to-end liquid cooling solutions for... 


Asante starts up sulphide plant at Bibiani gold mine
30th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Precious metals miner Asante Gold has begun operating its sulphide plant at the Bibiani gold mine, in Ghana, marking the completion of construction and commissioning of the facility.... 


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Cape Town’s Potsdam wastewater plant upgrade reaches 60% completion mark
29th September 2025 By: Irma Venter

Construction of the Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) in Cape Town, currently one of the Western Cape’s largest infrastructure projects at a cost of R5.2-billion, has reached 60%... 


Eskom group executive for generation Bheki Nxumalo
Fraught Eskom build programme completed as Kusile Unit 6 enters commercial operation
29th September 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Unit 6 at Kusile power station has officially entered into commercial operation, which Eskom says marks the end of its multi-decade build programme – one which experienced well-publicised delays,... 


Heraeus Business Line Hydrogen Systems head Dr Philipp Walter with Shanghai laboratory professionals Weiwen Dong and Mike Li.
Key platinum-boosting hydrogen labs will go live in China next month, Heraeus reports
26th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Key hydrogen systems laboratories will go live next month in China, where rapid growth is reported in the platinum-catalysed proton exchange membrane (PEM) green hydrogen technology that is poised... 


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Yellowhead copper project, Canada
26th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A technical report update has revised the project’s economics to incorporate updated metal prices, and revised capital and operating costs. 


Adhila Mayet head of project development at Pele Energy Group
How renewable energy must adapt to sustain growth
26th September 2025

The last few years have seen a phenomenal growth of utility-scale, renewable energy (RE) solutions being implemented for mines in South Africa. While no specific values have been published, it is... 


 	Cummins South Africa showcases Master Rebuild Centre
Cummins South Africa showcases Master Rebuild Centre
23rd September 2025

Integrated power solutions company Cummins South Africa is on track to rebuild 120 engines this year at its Master Rebuild Centre, in Midrand. The facility is a key part of the global Cummins... 


Duketon secures option on Boodanoo gold project
23rd September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Duketon Mining has entered into an option agreement to acquire the Boodanoo gold project, located about 80 km south-south-east of Mount Magnet in Western Australia. The company said on... 


How to farm smarter: precision farming tackles yield, cost, sustainability and ESG
22nd September 2025

By: Louis Strydom - Marketing Director, Omnia Most South African farmers are faced with the dual challenge of producing optimal yields while managing rising input costs. Add to this the imperative... 


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Alcohol Breathalysers (Pty) Ltd
19th September 2025

Digital breathalyser supplier Alcohol Breathalysers was established in 2004 with the aim to make available reliable, affordable and accurate digital breathalysers to ensure that all businesses and... 


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IMT promotes its Ultrasonic Broken Rail Detection system at SARA expo
19th September 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

With momentum gaining on reinvigorating South Africa’s freight rail network through private-sector participation to better support economic activity, meeting growing demand for increased... 


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ATNS signs contract with Embraer Group company to modernise air traffic flow management in South Africa
18th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa's State-owned Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has signed a contract with Embraer Group company Atech to replace the current air traffic flow management (ATFM) system. The... 


Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory
Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory
17th September 2025

State-owned Transnet Engineering has launched its South African National Accreditation System-accredited material testing laboratory at its Koedoespoort plant, in Johannesburg. Sabrina Jardim tells... 


Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana
Treasury holds first round of workshops on fiscal anchors, broad public engagement to follow
15th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

The National Treasury has reported back on the first round of consultative stakeholder workshops on its Fiscal Anchors discussion document, which was published on March 12. The workshops marked the... 


IMT promotes its Ultrasonic Broken Rail Detection system at SARA expo
IMT promotes its Ultrasonic Broken Rail Detection system at SARA expo
15th September 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

With momentum gaining on reinvigorating South Africa’s freight rail network through private-sector participation to better support economic activity, meeting growing demand for increased... 


Mine workers on site conducting exploration processes
Exploration finesse ensures improved project viability
12th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Operational shortcuts during the exploration phase of a mining project’s development can lead to serious problems later in the development phases of a mine, says mining consultancy firm SRK... 


South African battery innovator secures safety certification for underground mining use
12th September 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa-based battery design and manufacturing company Mega Titan Power’s new vehicle starting battery technology has been certified by certification and test laboratory accreditation body... 


Canadian Chrome signs consent deal to advance Northern Road Link geotechnical work
Canadian Chrome signs consent deal to advance Northern Road Link geotechnical work
11th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian Chrome Company, formerly KWG Resources, signed a supplementary agreement that will allow contractors working for two First Nations to conduct geotechnical investigations along part of the... 


World Wide Worx CEO Arthur Goldstuck
South Africa's online retail sales set to exceed R130bn this year
11th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Online retail sales in South Africa grew by 35% in 2024 to R96-billion, representing 8% of total retail sales in the country during that year. Growth has continued so far this year at an annualised... 


Akobo surpasses August gold target amid operational upgrades
11th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Scandinavian gold producer Akobo Minerals has produced about 7 kg of doré gold at its Ethiopian operations in August, exceeding its minimum target of 5 kg, despite heavy rain and challenging site... 


City of Ekurhuleni Development, Planning and Real Estate MMC Nomadlozi Nkosi and Schréder CEO Philippe Felten
Beka Schréder launches new head office
11th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Luminaire manufacturer Beka Schréder has opened its new head office, in Olifantsfontein, Gauteng, with the aim to streamline workflows, reduce production bottlenecks and enable quicker turnaround... 


Cheap pipes come at a high cost
Cheap pipes come at a high cost
11th September 2025

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) is urging engineers, municipalities, contractors and procurement officers to exercise greater care when sourcing plastic piping... 


Uncertified imports are undermining South Africa’s electrical sector, exec says
10th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Recent raids by the South African Police Service’s Anti-Counterfeit and Illicit Trade Unit and the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) have uncovered thousands of rands worth of... 


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Big few months ahead in countdown to South African Wholesale Electricity Market
9th September 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has provided a detailed breakdown of the steps being taken in preparation for the launch of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market... 


 TOMRA Mining breaks new ground in underground rock salt sorting pilot project at K+S Zielitz mine
TOMRA Mining breaks new ground in underground rock salt sorting pilot project at K+S Zielitz mine
9th September 2025

The underground X-ray Transmission (XRT) sorting pilot plant at the Zielitz mine, developed by TOMRA in collaboration with K+S, sets a new benchmark for efficient, sustainable potash mining. The... 


Four essential actions to safeguard AI adoption in South Africa
Four essential actions to safeguard AI adoption in South Africa
9th September 2025

By: Boland Lithebe - Security Lead for Accenture, Africa Artificial intelligence has become one of the most transformative forces shaping business today. From banks rolling out AI-driven fraud... 


Women Driving Performance in Material Handling Industry
Women Driving Performance in Material Handling Industry
9th September 2025

At Toyota Material Handling, a division of CFAO Equipment, leadership transcends traditional management, it’s about pioneering excellence and redefining industry standards. Bianca Smit, National... 


URU reports positive results from AEM survey at Zeb, concludes fundraise
8th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed URU Metals has reported positive results from the independent interpretation of its high-power SpectremPlus airborne electromagnetic (AEM) survey over the Zeb nickel project, in... 


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SVI introduces first Ford-approved B6 armouring package for the Ranger Raptor
8th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

South African armoured products manufacturer SVI Engineering has announced the availability of a new Ford-backed B6 discreet armouring package for the Ranger Raptor, a derivative previously... 


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Lucara, UMS commemorate final production shaft blast, safety milestones at Karowe Mine
5th September 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Toronto-listed Lucara Diamond, along with its shaft sinking contractor in the project, United Mining Services (UMS), on September 4 hosted a final production shaft blast ceremony and safety... 


Concord Access Solutions technical director Neil Kendrick
Concord opens new remanufacturing facility on the Gauteng East Rand
5th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Lifting and access solutions provider Concord Access Solutions (CAS) has officially opened its new remanufacturing facility in Chloorkop, Kempton Park, as part of its after-sales support and... 


Joburg to rehabilitate Kya Sands landfill site
5th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, through its Waste Management and Regulation Unit, will rehabilitate the decommissioned Kya Sands landfill site.... 


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Acoustic camera tech boosts refinery safety
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Provider of non-destructive testing equipment, accessories and consumables GammaTec has partnered with global acoustic technology company Sorama to drive innovation in refinery safety with its... 


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Supplier grows capacity to meet increased demand
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Local supplier of stainless steel and special alloy products, EMVAfrica is expanding its capacity to meet rising demand for refinery infrastructure projects across Africa. The company says its... 


Seifsa-Sponsored metals innovation hub honours successful SMEs
Seifsa-Sponsored metals innovation hub honours successful SMEs
4th September 2025

Emerging SMEs were celebrated at the Metals Innovation Hub Exhibition and Certification ceremony on August 27 at the SEIFSA Training Centre in Actonville. The event celebrated the first 15... 


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