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APPO urges continent to exploit its vast gas and oil reserves, echoing Trump’s energy nationalism
25th April 2025 By: Irma Venter

The current estimates of Africa’s oil and gas reserves of 120-million barrels of crude oil and 632-trillion cubic feet of natural gas are considered “grossly conservative”, says African Petroleum... 


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Copper Mountain mine, Canada
25th April 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A copper mine south of Princeton, in British Columbia, Canada. 


Tecroveer
Tecroveer extends life of Senekal wastewater plant by 20 years
25th April 2025

Aging infrastructure continues to affect water quality in South Africa. To address this, Tecroveer recently completed the refurbishment of the Matwabeng Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) in... 


Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy & President Cyril Ramaphosa
Diplomacy and dialogue stronger than weapons, says Ramaphosa during Zelenskyy visit
24th April 2025 By: Sashnee Moodley

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy touched down in South Africa on Thursday for an official visit with President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss bilateral cooperation and peace diplomacy, just as... 


SAIMC to provide training courses, workshops at AATF 2025
23rd April 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation the Society for Automation, Instrumentation, Mechatronics and Computer Engineering (SAIMC) will deliver training sessions and technical workshops during the Africa Automation... 


At the ribbon-cutting of Boeing's new office were (from left) Boeing Africa sales and marketing VP Anbessie Yitbarek; Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority director-general Getachew Mengiste; Ethiopia Transport and Logistics Minister Dr Alemu Seme; Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central Asia president Kuljit Ghata-Aura; US Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga; Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tassew; and Boeing Africa MD Henok Teferra Shawl
Boeing opens new regional office for Africa
23rd April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

US aerospace giant Boeing has opened a new office, in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. This office is intended to be the group’s administrative hub for its activities and operations... 


Riski business - workplace safety is a universal responsibility, not just in high-risk industries
Riski business - workplace safety is a universal responsibility, not just in high-risk industries
22nd April 2025

By: Jared Kangisser - CEO at KBC Health & Safety Many people think that Operational Risk Management (ORM) is only relevant to industries with obvious hazards, like mining and construction.... 


To save lives, we must train the people who move the medicine, supply chain industry body stresses
22nd April 2025

Efficient, effective healthcare doesn’t just depend on hospitals and doctors, it depends on supply chains. From life-saving medicines to vaccines, surgical gloves and diagnostic tools, nothing... 


Gold trinkets
Rand Refinery deepens support to prior mentees in mentorship programme
22nd April 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Gold and silver refiner Rand Refinery has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive growth and enterprise development in the local jewellery sector, as its Silver and Gold Mentorship Programme enters... 


The Khoemacau project
Perenti to exit Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana
22nd April 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australian mining services group Perenti said on Tuesday that it would conclude its involvement at MMG’s Khoemacau copper mine, in Botswana, at the end of June. The company’s underground mining... 


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... 


The above image depicts CDH knowledge management practice head Retha Beerman
AI “hallucinations” increase legal obligations
18th April 2025 By: Lynne Davies

As AI becomes more embedded in legal work, the ethical obligations deepen. Law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) says lawyers must understand the tools they use and stay updated on their... 


The above image depicts the panel discussion from the Vertiv AI Solutions Roadshow
Increased demand for high-performance computing in AI
18th April 2025 By: Lynne Davies

AI is evolving at an unprecedented pace, transforming industries and reshaping technological infrastructure. However, according to global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity... 


The above image depicts a top-down view of the Innovation Hub campus
Innovation agency of Gauteng province pushes AI inclusivity
18th April 2025 By: Lynne Davies

AI is set to play a crucial role in improving efficiency and turnaround times, and in addressing key challenges in sectors such as healthcare and agriculture, particularly in underserved areas.... 


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Copper World Complex, US – update
18th April 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Base metals miner Hudbay Minerals has reached an agreement with a coalition of union building trades to support the construction of the mine. 


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Kangankunde rare earths project, Malawi – update
18th April 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Australia-based Lindian Resource has started early-stage site works. 


new RTG cranes in CTCT
Cape Town Container Terminal receives first batch of new rubber-tyred gantry cranes
17th April 2025 By: Darren Parker

The Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) has taken delivery of components of the first nine of 28 new rubber-tyred gantry cranes, which original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Liebherr Africa has... 


RES4Africa, E4Impact sign MoU to advance entrepreneurship, capacity-building in Africa’s energy sector
17th April 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Sustainable energy organisation Renewable Energy Solutions for Africa Foundation (RES4Africa) and social change organisation E4Impact Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to... 


Nhanale and Solidaridad Mozambique programmes head Humphrey Nxumalo in Boane District
Regenerative agriculture for sustainable livelihoods promotion project for Mozambique launched
16th April 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Promoting Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Livelihoods (PRASL) project, which will see €1.5-million invested over three years to support 4 000 smallholder farmers, has been launched in... 


First phase of Sanral’s E Cape Intelligent Transport System project should be ready in June
16th April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The South African National Road Agency Limited (Sanral) has issued an update on its Eastern Cape Intelligent Transport System (ITS) project. This is the first such project in the province. The ITS... 


Not all bin lifting equipment is equal
Not all bin lifting equipment is equal
16th April 2025

Truck mounted bin lifting equipment has played a critical role in South Africa’s domestic waste collection system since the introduction of the 240-litre wheelie bin in the early 1990s. The... 


Scalar International MD Hubert Gutsa
Private equity fund set up to target clean energy, digital infrastructure in Southern Africa
16th April 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A private equity fund has been launched by Scalar and Mergence Investment Managers to finance clean energy and digital infrastructure in Southern Africa. The Africa Decarbonisation Fund I has a... 


UP showcases mining VR centre
UP showcases mining VR centre
16th April 2025

The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology boasts a Kumba Mining Virtual Reality Centre, providing benefits in virtual and augmented reality... 


Future Manufacturing Africa Conference 2025: Unlocking Africa’s Industrial Potential Through AI, Automation & Sustainability
Future Manufacturing Africa Conference 2025: Unlocking Africa’s Industrial Potential Through AI, Automation & Sustainability
15th April 2025

Africa’s manufacturing sector is at a pivotal moment, where artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and sustainability are transforming industrial landscapes. The Future Manufacturing Africa... 


Safety and security crucial for the air cargo industry
15th April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global representative body for the airline industry, has highlighted the importance of safety and security to the air cargo sector. IATA is... 


Dion George welcomes rhino poaching conviction, notes collaboration with NPA, Saps
Dion George welcomes rhino poaching conviction, notes collaboration with NPA, Saps
15th April 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dr Dion George says his department is actively engaging with the National Prosecuting Authority and the South African Police Service through... 


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Akobo Minerals progresses mining operations in March, smelting temporarily halted
15th April 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Scandinavian gold producer Akobo Minerals, which owns gold operations in Ethiopia, progressed mining operations in March, starting with lower-grade ore and reaching higher-grade material toward... 


PMI sub-Saharan Africa MD George Asamani
PMI, Green Project Management establish JV to advance sustainability in project management worldwide
14th April 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Project management authority Project Management Institute (PMI) has signed an agreement to establish a new joint venture (JV) with Green Project Management (GPM), a pioneer in sustainable and... 


SAPPMA issues urgent warning against the use of recycled material in HDPE pressure pipes
14th April 2025

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) has issued an urgent warning to the plastic pipe industry, cautioning against the growing and dangerous trend of manufacturing... 


Databuild Project Lead Generation empowers construction companies with critical data
Databuild Project Lead Generation empowers construction companies with critical data
14th April 2025

With the construction industry’s reliance on timely and accurate project information, Databuild’s Project Lead Generation service is an indispensable solution. This flagship offering provides a... 


Lindian starts early works at Malawi rare earths project
11th April 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australia-listed Lindian Resources has kicked off early-stage site works at its Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi. The company said on Friday that civil and infrastructure development was... 


Vunani Securities CEO Michael Makate
Vunani Coronation Training Academy celebrates 21 years
11th April 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Vunani Coronation Training Academy celebrated 21 years as Africa’s only dedicated training academy for equity investment analysts, offering intensive on-the-job training and mentorship. The... 


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On-The-Air (11/04/2025)
11th April 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about new investor-friendly legislation, SA's new gold and JET funding for hydrogen corridor project 


The XUV 3XO
Mahindra sets new sales record for the second time this year
11th April 2025 By: Irma Venter

Sales for Mahindra bakkies and sports-utility vehicles jumped to 2 253 vehicles in March, setting a new monthly record for the Indian brand. This number is almost 40% higher than Mahindra’s... 


An image of the Bulyanhulu mine
Gold major eyes further in-country growth
11th April 2025

Gold major Barrick is leveraging its $4.25-billion investment into the Tanzania-based Twiga Minerals Corporation – a joint venture (JV) between it and the Tanzanian government – to further progress... 


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Infrastructure development key to harnessing sector’s potential
11th April 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

There is multistakeholder consensus on the need to increase investments in the infrastructure development required to improve the trajectory of South Africa’s manufacturing sector, highlights... 


A generic image of a lippia plant
Organisation outlines potential of essential, vegetable oils
11th April 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Essential and vegetable oils produced from indigenous species and destined for the cosmetic, food and health sectors are experiencing growing demand by health-conscious consumers and can contribute... 


Hoisting of a raisebore machine at Platreef
Murray & Roberts Cementation gets creative with reeve block system at Platreef
10th April 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Specialist shaft sinking and mining contractor Murray & Roberts Cementation has successfully completed a reeve block system project at Ivanplats’ Platreef project, in Limpopo. Ivanplats needed an... 


SAICE highlights repercussions of inaction in South Africa’s water infrastructure crisis
10th April 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa stands at a critical juncture in its infrastructure development, with water infrastructure at the forefront of this. The imperative to fix and renew aged and defective water... 


Lindie Fourie, Operations Manager at the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI)
Stability in civil engineering sector underpins future success
10th April 2025

South Africa looks forward to a step-change in infrastructure investment in 2025, which will build on nearly ten years of industrial relations stability in the civil engineering sector. It has been... 


PALFINGER Unveils Forward-Thinking Concept for Recycling Cranes and Showcases New Hookloaders
9th April 2025

“Combining a construction and recycling crane with a hookloader on a single truck offers huge potential for our customers. With our combined solution, we are making significant technological... 


Compact, powerful, and green - meet the Jekko MPK10 from SkyJacks
Compact, powerful, and green - meet the Jekko MPK10 from SkyJacks
9th April 2025

SkyJacks, a leader in access, lifting and material handling solutions with over 45 years of expertise, had recently introduced Jekko's MPK10 Mini Picker to the Southern African market. As the... 


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