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Global air cargo demand again saw strong growth in April
30th May 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

The global representative body for the airline industry, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), has reported that the air cargo sector showed good growth in April. Total air cargo... 


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From geological data to policy, Africa still has big critical-minerals gaps to close
30th May 2025 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

As the world shifts towards a low-carbon future in response to unrelenting climate change, demand is surging for minerals essential to this transition, many of which are found in abundance across... 


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From geological data to policy, Africa still has big critical-minerals gaps to close
30th May 2025 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

As the world shifts towards a low-carbon future in response to unrelenting climate change, demand is surging for minerals essential to this transition, many of which are found in abundance across... 


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Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Environmental authorisation has been issued by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources. 


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Agrico to install largest UPVC and mPVC extrusion line in Southern Africa
29th May 2025

Irrigation solutions supplier Agrico is proud to announce that it is expanding its manufacturing capacity with the installation of a new extrusion line capable of producing rigid PVC pipe up to 800... 


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RAF CEO placed on special leave, widespread welcome for 'overdue' development
28th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

RISE Mzansi is calling for urgency in a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigation into Road Accident Fund (RAF) CEO Collins Letsoalo, who has been placed on special leave, with immediate... 


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Paruk group signs letter of intent to buy 100 made-in-SA electric MAN buses
28th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Paruk group of companies has signed a letter of intent to buy 100 made-in-South Africa MAN Lion’s Explorer E electric buses. The Paruk group is linked to Stabus and Gauteng Coaches. 


Aviation’s IT group launches satellite communications service for airports
28th May 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Global aviation industry specialist ICT company SITA has launched a new service – SITA Managed Satellites. Making use of low Earth orbit satellites, it provides airports with communications that... 


Addressing the skills gap and supporting young supply chain leaders
Addressing the skills gap and supporting young supply chain leaders
27th May 2025

South Africa’s supply chain sector is vital to the country’s economy but faces a skills gap that is threatening growth, says supply chain industry body SAPICS. Recognising the imperative to address... 


Infrastructure SA unveils its seven priority projects for 2025/26
Infrastructure SA unveils its seven priority projects for 2025/26
27th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has unveiled the seven projects it has selected under Bid Window 1 for priority project preparation. The list was announced at the Sustainable Infrastructure... 


Africa’s Manufacturing Sector: Overcoming Challenges to Unlock a $1 Trillion Growth Opportunity
Africa’s Manufacturing Sector: Overcoming Challenges to Unlock a $1 Trillion Growth Opportunity
27th May 2025

As Africa seeks to chart a course toward industrial transformation, its manufacturing sector faces a pivotal moment. The continent’s economic future hinges on its ability to overcome longstanding... 


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Infrastructure SA preparing 34 projects to come to the market before end-2026
26th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) is currently preparing and packaging 34 projects with an estimated capital value of R259-billion, says ISA acting head Mameetse Masemola, with these projects... 


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City of Joburg launches Orlando eKhaya, Power Park Housing projects
26th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The City of Johannesburg’s Economic Development MMC Nomoya Mnisi unveiled the Orlando eKhaya and Power Park Housing projects, in Soweto, on May 23. Originally launched in 2001 under then-Mayor Amos... 


Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busi Mavuso
Mavuso says third Budget’s expenditure reviews, grant reform bodes well
26th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

While it did take three months and three revisions for South Africa’s national Budget to be passed, Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busi Mavuso deems it positive that this budget has the... 


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Transnet ends long-drawn Sasol Oil dispute through R4.3bn settlement
26th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Petrochemicals giant Sasol’s Oil division has confirmed it has reached an agreement with State-owned freight utility Transnet, which will make a net payment to Sasol Oil of R4.3-billion before June... 


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Fiat launches a new half-tonner in Africa – but it may not be what you imagined
23rd May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Fiat Professional has introduced its first-ever three-wheeled electric vehicle – the Tris – in Africa and the Middle East. Focused on tasks such as micro-transport and last-mile delivery – think... 


Transport Evolution Africa 2025 to highlight critical investment opportunities shaping the future of Africa’s transport and logistics industry
23rd May 2025

With Africa’s population set to double by 2050 and intra-African trade to surge by an estimated 50% through the AfCFTA, investment in transport infrastructure has become both a strategic and... 


Measuring Impact and Managing Change: CILTSA Conference to Explore ESG Transformation in Transport, Logistics and the Supply Chain
Measuring Impact and Managing Change: CILTSA Conference to Explore ESG Transformation in Transport, Logistics and the Supply Chain
23rd May 2025

Under the theme “Measuring Impact and Managing Change,” the 2025 Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport South Africa (CILTSA) ESG Conference provides a crucial platform to assess and... 


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Heavy lifting solutions progress agricultural project
23rd May 2025

Leading heavy lifting solutions provider Sarens continues its involvement in the Zambian Fertiliser Project – which aims to further develop the Zambian agricultural industry – by contributing its... 


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Crane solutions improve efficiency at cement plant
23rd May 2025

The efficient and safe installation of heavy objects for a world-first, large-scale carbon capture and utilisation plant for building material manufacturer Heidelberg Materials, is under way with... 


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Tyre improves crane, heavy lifting operationality
23rd May 2025

The M-CRANE tyre, a “next-generation” tyre for mobile cranes, has been introduced to the market by industrial tyre manufacturer Magna Tyres. The M-CRANE enhances crane efficiency, endurance and... 


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Construction waste repurposed into building blocks
23rd May 2025

Construction waste is being repurposed into eco-friendly building blocks for low-cost Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) housing through a Department of Science, Technology and... 


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Mobile cranes seamlessly transported for harbour operations
23rd May 2025

The transport of three fully-assembled Gottwald ESP 10 mobile port cranes – which are produced by crane manufacturer Konecrane – from Schiedam and Westdorpe, in the Netherlands, to ports in Chile... 


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Efforts to improve infrastructure could spur investment
23rd May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While many Germany-headquartered companies view South Africa comparatively positively, key concerns, such as logistical challenges, should be addressed to further enhance the country’s... 


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Bilateral communication alleviates operating concerns
23rd May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While medium-sized German companies investing and operating in South Africa often face unique challenges, bilateral communication ensures hurdles can be addressed, further supporting the... 


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Consultant proffers organised council for logistics in South Africa
22nd May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

After two years of reforms driven through the National Logistics Crisis Committee (NLCC), Integrated Supply Chains executive consultant Ian Bird and various other stakeholders have advocated for a... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy
Transnet welcomes R51bn guarantee facility
22nd May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

State-owned Transnet has welcomed Transport Minister Barbara Creecy’s announcement of a R51-billion government guarantee facility to support its sustainability and long-term growth. Creecy this... 


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Electric truck take-off requires two concessions from govt – Volvo Trucks SA MD
22nd May 2025 By: Irma Venter

South African truck assemblers are lobbying for two concessions from government as the world increasingly moves to electric mobility, says Volvo Trucks South Africa (Volvo Trucks SA) MD Waldemar... 


Macpherson calls for ISA formalisation to coordinate planned R1tr infrastructure investment
22nd May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has called for the formalisation of coordination agency Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) through legislation to effectively lead the... 


Water Under Pressure: The Battle for Reliable Supply in South Africa’s Biggest Cities
Water Under Pressure: The Battle for Reliable Supply in South Africa’s Biggest Cities
22nd May 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Water is the lifeblood of any major city. It fuels industries, sustains households, and is integral to sanitation and public health. In South Africa’s large metropolitan... 


RFA CEO Gavin Kelly
Fuel levy hike to place heavier burden on South African consumers – RFA
22nd May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Transport will become more expensive and consumers will pay more after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on May 21 announced a 4% increase in the fuel levy, of 16c/ℓ for petrol and 15c/ℓ for... 


Cesa president David Leukes
Cesa, ISA discuss infrastructure development imperatives
21st May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With Gauteng accounting for 60% of South Africa’s national trade, 40% of foreign direct investment, 50% of small- and medium-sized enterprises and 34% of the country’s GDP, it is imperative that... 


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South Africa arbiter proposes more pay to avoid logistics strike
21st May 2025 By: Bloomberg

A third-party arbiter proposed a higher wage offer to South Africa’s State-owned ports and rail company and its unions in a bid to stave off a potential strike by thousands of logistics workers.... 


The crushing and screening circuit at Blackjack.
Native Minerals targets first gold from Blackjack in Q3
21st May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Native Mineral Resources advancing towards first gold production at its Blackjack project in Queensland, with site commissioning set to begin in late May and mining activities scheduled... 


US President Donald Trump has ordered a probe into potential new tariffs on imports of copper.
Trump's copper tariff threat still a lucrative bet for traders
21st May 2025 By: Reuters

Unusually large shipments of copper to the United States are unlikely to abate as long as the threat of tariffs hangs over the market and price premiums for the metal on US-based COMEX make deals... 


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Mashatile confident in SA-France cooperation as he meets French business federation
20th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Deputy President Paul Mashatile on Tuesday expressed confidence in South Africa and France strengthening their economic links and encouraging closer cooperation, as his trip to the European country... 


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Astec showcases benefits of modular plants
20th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

As a local manufacturer of modular solutions, including screens, jaw crushers and cone crushers, multinational original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) group Astec Industries notes that there are... 


More than 60 minerals and metals are produced at almost 200 mines across Canada. Pictured is the Brucejack mine.
Canada’s mining sector holds steady despite global strains, domestic challenges
20th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canada’s mining industry delivered solid growth in 2023, contributing C$117-billion, or 4% of GDP, and directly employing 430 000 people. However, the sector faces pressure from regulatory... 


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SA Harvest adds new trucks to boost food rescue logistics
20th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

SA Harvest, the food rescue and hunger relief organisation driving systemic solutions to food insecurity, has expanded its national fleet with the addition of several new trucks, including a... 


Leading Cities to Share Strategies for Scaling NEV Charging Infrastructure at Enlit Africa Breakfast Session
Leading Cities to Share Strategies for Scaling NEV Charging Infrastructure at Enlit Africa Breakfast Session
19th May 2025

As cities worldwide race to adapt to the rapid growth of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), Enlit Africa will host an exclusive breakfast session bringing together global urban mobility leaders to address... 


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Gwede Mantashe is Acting President as Ramaphosa meets with Trump
19th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa has designated Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe as the Acting President of South Africa from May 18 to 22. Ramaphosa and Deputy President Paul... 


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Hydrox nearing commercialisation of hydrogen technology, opportunities abound for saving curtailed energy
19th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Hydrogen technology company Hydrox Holdings is progressing the development of its pioneer Divergent-Electrode-Flow-Through (DEFT) hydrogen technology, a membrane-less electrolyser, with the company... 


Future Batteries moves to full ownership of Miriam project
19th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Future Battery Minerals (FBM) has moved to acquire 100% ownership of all mineral interests in the Miriam project, in the Western Australian Goldfields, from fellow-listed Corazon... 


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