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TASEZ and NAACAM Sign Landmark Agreement to Boost Automotive Industry Growth and Skills Development
TASEZ and NAACAM Sign Landmark Agreement to Boost Automotive Industry Growth and Skills Development
11th March 2025

The National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) and the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to drive... 


AxFlow AQS Liquid Transfer MD Leon Fourie speaks to Engineering News at Propak Africa 2025 in Johannesburg about how the company is helping companies in the packaging, processing, printing, labelling and recycling industries to prepare for the future.
AxFlow AQS Liquid Transfer speaks to Engineering News at Propak Africa
11th March 2025

Pumps importer and distributor AxFlow AQS Liquid Transfer is focused on supplying the Southern African market with ideal pumping solutions that exceed expectations.  The company carries several... 


Google Hustle Academy applications for SMEs in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa open
10th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Internet services company Google has opened applications for the 2025 edition of its Hustle Academy programme, which will emphasise AI-powered business training to small and medium-sized... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa calls for agri growth agenda biased toward empowering black farmers
10th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While agriculture has been a mainstay of growth in South Africa’s economy over the last three decades, the industry cannot be sustainable without addressing issues of equity and inclusion in... 


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Local mining contractor continues to meet diverse needs
8th March 2025

South Africa-based opencast mining contractor Trollope offers a range of services, including opencast contract mining, crushing and screening, mine infrastructure development, bulk earthworks,... 


Western Cape, National Business Initiative, sign MoU on climate change and growth
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Western Cape provincial government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Business Initiative (NBi) on Thursday afternoon, to establish a new climate and economic... 


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Lubricant range meets evolving die-casting needs
7th March 2025

The evolving demands of the South African die-casting sector necessitate that lubricants manufacturer FUCHS Lubricants South Africa undertake continuous product innovation and development to... 


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New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


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Crawford nickel sulphide project, Canada – update
7th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Nickel-focused exploration company Canada Nickel Company has signed a significant agreement with the Mattagami, Matachewan and Flying Post First Nations, members of the Wabun Tribal Council, to... 


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New defence review needed to tackle widening SANDF funding and capacity gaps
7th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

In late January, in fighting in the city of Goma and surrounding districts, in North Kivu province, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), 14 South African soldiers were killed. The... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Microsoft announces a further R5.4bn investment in South Africa
6th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Information technology and software company Microsoft has announced that it will invest a further R5.4-billion to build out more data centre infrastructure in South Africa. This is in addition to... 


Glass fibre reinforced polymer rebar
We do not want to compete with steel, we want to replace it, GFRP Tech CEO says at facility launch
6th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Structural reinforcement materials manufacturer GFRP Tech has opened a new research and development (R&D) and manufacturing facility in Linbro Park, Sandton. The facility – the result of... 


Industry, academia, govt launch renewable energy skills platform
6th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

South Africa’s renewable-energy sector takes a significant leap forward with the launch of PowerUp, a South African first, online platform designed to equip the country’s workforce with the skills... 


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Google Cloud, Nemisa launch cybersecurity training in South Africa
6th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Google Cloud and the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (Nemisa) have launched the Google Cybersecurity Upskilling Initiative. Google Cloud would provide the opportunity for up to... 


Boeing Co CEO Kelly Ortberg
Boeing CEO urges workers to speak up, expects ‘brutal’ feedback
6th March 2025 By: Bloomberg

 Boeing Co CEO Kelly Ortberg is inviting employees to help expose deep-seated problems — even if the response is “brutal” to the planemaker’s leaders. “I want to hear what the employees have to... 


CHIETA CEO Yershen Pillay
CHIETA to submit three new green hydrogen career roles to QCTO for approval
6th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has developed and verified three new green hydrogen practitioner roles, and the proposals are being prepared for submission to... 


Merle Denson, Manager of the BCCEI’s Dispute Resolution Centre.
The vital role of BCCEI in ensuring fairness through dispute resolution in civil engineering
6th March 2025

The civil engineering industry, known for its complex projects and large-scale operations, demands precision, cooperation and clear communication. Given the high stakes, it’s inevitable that... 


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Transitioning to clean energy of great importance to African women – Graham-Maré
5th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Transitioning to the use of clean energy, and in particular clean energy for cooking, is especially important for women in Africa. So highlighted South African Electricity and Energy Deputy... 


Copper cathode produced in the DRC
Congo courts Trump for strategic minerals tie-up as war looms
5th March 2025 By: Bloomberg

The Democratic Republic of Congo has offered the US exclusive access to critical minerals and infrastructure projects in exchange for security assistance as it battles a rebellion backed by... 


Construction Sector Charter Council executive member Gregory Mofokeng
We want more investment but we will not relax BBBEE, Construction Sector Charter Council says
4th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

In response to the World Bank’s recent recommendation that South Africa relax its increasingly stringent and highly prescriptive broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) laws to attract... 


Canada Nickel signs landmark agreement with First Nations for Crawford project
4th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-V-listed Canada Nickel Company has signed a significant agreement with the Mattagami, Matachewan, and Flying Post First Nations, members of the Wabun Tribal Council, to advance the Crawford... 


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Education system must equip learners for tech-driven global economy – Ramaphosa
3rd March 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that better educational outcomes in basic education are linked to broader social and economic development, and pointed out that investing in science,... 


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Capable, ethical State essential for success of MTDP – ANC
28th February 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The African National Congress says the rapid finalisation and adoption of the Medium-Term Development Plan within a short period after the establishment of the Government of National Unity is a... 


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ANC declares over R12m in donations in its quarterly party funding disclosure
28th February 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

For the second consecutive quarter, the African National Congress declared the most donations, more than R12-million, with the Independent Electoral Commission Political Funding’s Third Quarter... 


Engen launches Aquaponics Project in Cala, Empowering Learners and Community with Sustainable Food Solutions
Engen launches Aquaponics Project in Cala, Empowering Learners and Community with Sustainable Food Solutions
28th February 2025

Engen is proud to announce the launch of an innovative Aquaponics project at Khanyisa Special School, in collaboration with Green Arch Innovations Pty Ltd.  Spearheaded by entrepreneur Luvo... 


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Sizeable upturn in automation, digitalisation of SSA’s industries
28th February 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

With its roots in Europe, which is leading the Fourth Industrial Revolution, drive technology and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has the necessary experience to meet the growing demand for... 


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Rental market improving amid construction malaise – distributor
28th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The slowdown in the construction sector has reduced the demand for new equipment, adversely impacting on sales figures, says construction equipment distributor Develon SA. However, there is often... 


The team from Mine Rescue Services that was involved in the rescue and recovery operation at the Buffelfontein gold mine in Stillfontein, in front of the Mobile rescue winder that extricated the illegal miners
Equipment, training behind Stilfontein rescue success
28th February 2025 By: Halima Frost

The highly specialised equipment of  emergency preparedness and response organisation Mines Rescue Services South Africa played a key role in the success of the significant and multifaceted rescue... 


A gold bar
Database developed to bolster transparency
28th February 2025 By: Lynne Davies

For too long, gaps in supply chain visibility owing to porous regulatory scrutiny have made the gold market vulnerable to illicit trade and reputational risks, thereby making it prudent for... 


Fall of the Kivus
28th February 2025 By: Tara O’Connor

I wrote last month that US President Donald Trump’s neoi-mperialism could significantly destabilise the African continent – especially where colonial boundaries sit uncomfortably on language lines... 


Online learning, AI set to redefine education in 2025
28th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

This year is likely to mark a pivotal shift in online learning as traditional education models face mounting challenges – from rising costs to inflexible structures. Online learning platforms are... 


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Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is being reviewed to optimise cost, capital and production. 


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King Salman Stadium, Saudi Arabia
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City is building one of the world’s largest sports venues and Saudi Arabia’s largest-capacity stadium. 


The evolving landscape of data centres in the age of AI
The evolving landscape of data centres in the age of AI
26th February 2025

By: Ben Selier - VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The data centre industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven primarily by the explosive growth of... 


PALFINGER’s innovation, growth to be on display at Bauma 2025
26th February 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Global leader in lifting solutions PALFINGER continues to expand its presence worldwide, with a strong focus on digitalisation, service excellence and market-specific product development. As a... 


Public Works and Infrastructure deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala
Only through partnerships can built environment adapt to climate change - Zikalala
26th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As the local and international macroeconomic landscape becomes more volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous owing to climate change and increasing instances of extreme heat and flooding, it... 


SkyJacks brings high-performance ALR lifting equipment to Southern Africa
SkyJacks brings high-performance ALR lifting equipment to Southern Africa
26th February 2025

SkyJacks, a trusted leader in access, lifting, and handling solutions, has penned an exclusive distribution agreement with Atlas Lifting and Rigging (ALR) across Southern Africa. The strategic... 


EWSETA, CSIR empower energy SMEs through innovation
26th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

South Africa’s energy sector is undergoing a pivotal transformation, with small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) playing a crucial role in driving innovation, job creation and economic growth.... 


Tariffs alone won't be enough to entice Alcoa to restart some of its idled US facilities.
Alcoa warns Trump's aluminum tariff could cost 100 000 US jobs
26th February 2025 By: Reuters

Aluminum producer Alcoa said on Tuesday that US President Donald Trump's plan to impose a tariff on aluminum imports could cost about 100 000 US jobs and would itself not be enough to entice it to... 


Mahindra South Africa CEO Rajesh Gupta and IDC industry planning unit head Rian Coetzee
Mahindra, IDC sign MoU to explore potential for local manufacturing in South Africa
26th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

India-headquartered vehicle manufacturer Mahindra Group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South African development finance institution the Industrial Development Corporation... 


Cisco's Fady Younes, Smangele Nkosi and Colin McMillan
Cisco opens cybersecurity point of presence in South Africa
25th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Networking and cybersecurity company Cisco has, in partnership with cloud services company Amazon Web Services, opened a cybersecurity point of presence (PoP) in South Africa to enable customers in... 


Dr Jessica Hutchings, Head: RMA Prevention Programme.
RMA to showcase prevention programme at SA National OHS Conference
25th February 2025

Specialised insurer Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) will participate in the upcoming South African National Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Conference, hosted by the Department of Employment and... 


Stability in governance the linchpin of South Africa’s water security
24th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Stable governance is essential for ensuring water security, and the success of bulk water provision is premised on stable accounting authorities, specifically boards of directors. “The consequences... 


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