Growth of the mining industry and the transformation of the economy are inextricably intertwined but need a stable, predictable regulatory environment that promotes both together, Minerals Council... 

By: Thabo Manamela - Head: Quality and Knowledge Management at Santam While South Africa’s electric vehicle market (EV) is still in its infancy, the sector has been in the spotlight recently with... 

By: Claire Bradbury - Sustainability Lead for Accenture, Africa The conversation about artificial intelligence has shifted in South Africa from curiosity to critical urgency. Generative AI, in... 

Old Mutual Private Equity (OMPE), part of Old Mutual Alternative Investments, has signed an agreement to exit Medhold, a leading supplier of world-class medical devices in Southern Africa, from... 

A new report by the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) calls for additional policy reforms to tackle the country’s “unemployment catastrophe”, which is excluding more than 12.5-million... 

The recent cyber-attack on UK’s Jaguar Land Rover (first detected at the end of August 2025) is not just an IT problem for a single OEM: it is a live demonstration of how digital contagion cascades... 

This week, President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to meet with Irish President Michael D. Higgins and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, as he undertakes a working visit to Ireland... 

By: Anton Beyl - Sales Manager of WEG EC&I Construction Construction is time-sensitive and tightly managed. No project is perfect. Delays or other problems are inevitable, so construction managers... 

A record 3 200 delegates attended the annual Smart Procurement World Indaba in Johannesburg to learn, share insights and network. Among them were 1 000 public and private sector procurement... 

Telecommunications group Telkom has donated land, valued at R3.9-million, across Gauteng and Western Cape, to the Department of Basic Education (DBE). The land donation will be used to strengthen... 

The Chemical Industries Education & Training Authority (CHIETA) is reshaping how South Africa measures and validates skills, positioning digital badges as a cornerstone of the country’s transition... 

The Automechanika Buyers and Visitors Sub-Saharan Africa Roadshow concluded its six‑nation journey with a highly successful final stop in Windhoek. The gathering provided participants with valuable... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events A unique off-world prospecting gadget, world-first surface and underground electric-diesel mine vehicles, cutting-edge AI-driven software and... 

Africa’s ability to achieve inclusive economic development amid climate change, fragmented trade and a rapidly growing population will depend on decisive action in agriculture, water, education,... 

Svendborg Brakes have been installed as original equipment in South Africa, and throughout the world, on a wide range of applications. The key to their success is extensive application knowledge,... 

It is no coincidence that the majority of the world’s mobile crushing equipment is fitted with PT Tech hydraulic power take off (HPTO) clutch units as they were essentially designed to meet the... 

The demand for minerals such as gold, copper and lithium is driving African mines to adopt more efficient crushing, screening and milling systems that can meet these production targets while also... 

The provisional stage of the 2025 National Skills Competition – a nationwide platform designed to showcase and strengthen South African youths’ technical and vocational talent – has been launched... 

Biodegradable, compostable and recyclable are terms that denote a “straightforward” understanding, but waste management company Interwaste says they actually imply “vastly different” end-of-life... 

Climate change is accelerating environmental, social and governance (ESG) adoption by pushing companies to view sustainability as a source of competitiveness, consistent with the Ecological... 

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... 

Google has announced a series of investments aimed at building Africa’s digital future, including a new subsea cable connectivity hub in South Africa, $9-million in new funding for African... 

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... 

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... 

Airline Airlink has accepted the first three of ten new Embraer E195-E2 jetliners under its lease agreement with aircraft leasing company Azorra. The newly built aircraft will bolster Airlink's... 

“Port delays, rail disruptions and infrastructure inefficiencies are costing the economy a reported R1 billion a day in lost trade. We have a disproportionate number of truck accidents contributing... 

The Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) will, on October 6, launch its digital platform for its member businesses, and all its services, including business training courses,... 

In a fitting start to transport month on October 1, event organiser Vuka Group mobility group director Ben Pullen opened the Smarter Mobility Africa conference by emphasising the importance of... 

The UK government has announced new projects to support the responsible development and use of AI across Africa, following the G20 ‘AI for Africa Initiative’, held in Cape Town. These initiatives,... 

For the first time, the Western Cape will host A-OSH EXPO — South Africa’s leading occupational health and safety trade show — alongside Securex South Africa, Facilities Management Expo, and... 

Wojciech Kulma has been announced as chemical company BASF’s new MD in South Africa with immediate effect. The multinational company said on October 1 that this strategic leadership transition was... 

The global platinum jewellery market saw growth across key regions in the second quarter of 2025, according to the latest Platinum Jewellery Business Review published by Platinum Guild... 

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... 

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... 

Canadian explorer Cornish Metals has completed an updated preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for its South Crofty tin project, in Cornwall, UK, confirming robust economics for what could become... 

The National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC) has played a critical role in supporting Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) on its journey to ISO 50001 certification. From preparing the Ports... 

In a milestone achievement for South Africa’s renewable energy sector, Concor has taken full control of the Balance of Plant (BoP) scope on the TotalEnergies Renewables De Aar 2 South Wind Energy... 

(Virtual Showroom) Immersive Technologies, the world’s most trusted and largest supplier of surface and underground mining equipment training solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its... 

By: Ajibola Akindele MFR - Country President, Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa’s urban economies are experiencing noteworthy growth. From new residential estates to modern hospitals and... 

Nonprofit organisation the Black Business Council in the Built Environment (BBCBE) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with financial services firm Access Bank to unlock significant... 

Nigeria's civil aviation authority is looking into certifying China's C919 jet for the country's carriers, its director general told Reuters, as Nigerian airlines take on more aircraft and as... 

Sandvik Rock Processing is accelerating its growth across Africa by combining an expanded product portfolio with a sharper customer focus - delivering integrated solutions from a single point of...