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Schneider Electric new MasterPacT MTZ Active sets the benchmark for safe and sustainable power distribution
Schneider Electric new MasterPacT MTZ Active sets the benchmark for safe and sustainable power distribution
19th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has launched MasterPacT MTZ Active, a new circuit breaker designed to improve... 


Schneider Electric launches the new generation Altivar Soft Starter ATS430 and ATS490 ranges in Anglophone Africa
Schneider Electric launches the new generation Altivar Soft Starter ATS430 and ATS490 ranges in Anglophone Africa
19th June 2025

Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has launched its new generation Altivar Soft Starter ATS430 and ATS490 ranges in Anglophone Africa –... 


Industry calls for 'faster execution' and 'effective PPPs' at the opening of Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
19th June 2025

Aligned with South Africa’s development agenda and the National Infrastructure Plan 2050, the 12thedition of Big 5 Construct South Africa and the inaugural South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo... 


Koryx reports encouraging metallurgical results at Namibia project
18th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

TSX-listed Koryx Copper has reported that the metallurgical testwork programme for its wholly-owned Haib copper project, in Namibia, has shown encouraging preliminary results. Haib is an... 


SRK Consulting Congo chairperson Dominique Sambwa.
Positive infrastructure advancement on way in DRC, SRK Consulting Congo reports
18th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Positive infrastructure advancement is on the way in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), SRK Consulting Congo chairperson Dominique Sambwa has pointed out. Speaking to Mining Weekly during a... 


The lube kitchen part 4: foam inhibitor additives – bursting your bubble
The lube kitchen part 4: foam inhibitor additives – bursting your bubble
17th June 2025

(Virtual showrrom) The journey through the world of additives with condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, continues. This time, we dive into the bubbly world of foam inhibitors. Steven... 


 United Manganese of Kalahari CEO Malcolm Curror
Collaborative CSR is a national strategic imperative – UMK
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

As South Africa faces mounting economic pressure, exacerbated most recently by the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF’s) latest downgrade, corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategic... 


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Mashatile undertakes working visit to Russia to strengthen bilateral economic, trade ties
13th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will from June 17 till 21, undertake a working visit to the Russian Federation, aimed at strengthening bilateral economic and trade ties between South Africa and... 


Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
13th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Business Chamber says it is deeply saddened at the proposed closure of the Goodyear tyre plant in Kariega. CEO Denise van Huyssteen says a section189A process has been... 


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City Power calls on poor households to register for free basic electricity
13th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

The City of Johannesburg’s (CoJ’s) electricity utility City Power has called on all qualifying indigent households across Johannesburg to register for the free basic electricity (FBE) programme –... 


Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo open next week in Johannesburg, advancing national delivery goals
13th June 2025

 Big 5 Construct South Africa is gearing up to open next week at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, marking the start of its 12th edition and the launch of South Africa Infrastructure... 


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Clean hydraulic fluids emerging as a key efficiency enabler
13th June 2025

Advanced lubricants are playing an increasingly important role in supporting industrial efficiency and enhancing equipment reliability, lubricant distributor Atlas Oil reports. The South African... 


Formula for ammonia
Coega green ammonia project, South Africa – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project has reached another milestone. 


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Association outlines upside to using zinc-based materials for roads, bridges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

More civil and design engineers should specify the use of galvanised steel structures and hot-dip galvanised reinforcing steel for road and bridge infrastructure, says industry organisation... 


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Huasco Water project, Chile – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project has been formally registered with Chile’s Office for Sustainable Project Management. 


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Akkuyu nuclear power plant project, Türkiye – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Akkuyu Nuclear is installing an automatic water monitoring system at the plant. 


Sewage spillages decline as Emfuleni infrastructure gets major overhaul
13th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS’s) interventions to mitigate the significant water and sanitation challenges in Emfuleni local municipality are starting to reduce incidents of sewage... 


A generic image of an asphalt production plant
Holistic mixing strategies required for road, bridge durability
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The need for asphalt manufacturers to ensure high-quality asphalt mix production, adhere to performance-based specifications, and incorporate sustainable practices to minimise environmental impacts... 


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Grand Inga hydropower project, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The World Bank board of executive directors has approved a $250-million credit from the International Development Association as the first phase of a $1-billion Inga 3 Development Program is set to... 


Tshwane wastewater, water infrastructure projects advancing
13th June 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Progress is steadily being made on the refurbishment and repair of the Rooiwaal wastewater treatment works (WWTW) and the construction of the package plant at the existing Klipdrift water treatment... 


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Kayelekera uranium restart project, Malawi – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project's environmental- and social-impact assessment has been approved by the Malawi Environment Protection Authority. 


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K.Hill battery-grade manganese project, Botswana – update
13th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Battery metal development company Giyani Metals Corporation has completed the first shipment of high-purity manganese oxide samples. 


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Life-saving, cost-effective water purification
12th June 2025

A range of chlorine-free water disinfectant products provide a non-toxic, environment-friendly method of water purification without the formation of adverse disinfection by-products (DBPs). Water... 


Westfalia Fruit avo farm
Avocado giant Westfalia Fruit champions value chain sustainability for 76 years
12th June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Having grown to produce and distribute more than 50% of South Africa’s avocado exports every year, vertically integrated agriculture company Westfalia Fruit remains dedicated to its founding legacy... 


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Exposed aggregate concrete finishes increase in popularity
12th June 2025

Offering both visual appeal and functional benefits, exposed aggregate concrete finishes are used across a wide range of applications, noted for their non-slip texture and attractive natural stone... 


South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa flanked by CFM Green Hydrogen executive Sebastiaan Surie (left) and Hive Hydrogen chairperson Thulani Gcabashe.
South Africa’s green hydrogen sector boosted by big-ticket funding commitments
12th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

In a step to accelerate South Africa’s just energy transition and establish the country as a global green hydrogen leader, R656-million has been committed to a green hydrogen fund. South Africa’s... 


SAPICS director Jonathan Mphake and Deborah Dull (winner of The Most Innovative Presentation award)
Medicine accessibility, SA ports crisis, urban mining, AI and gamification in the spotlight as Cape Town hosts Africa’s top supply chain conference
12th June 2025

More than 700 supply chain managers from across Africa and around the world convened in Cape Town this week for the 47th annual SAPICS Conference, Africa’s leading event for the profession. The... 


Schneider Electric launches its first Innovation Hub in Africa
Schneider Electric launches its first Innovation Hub in Africa
12th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, officially launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa, marking a significant... 


One of the two shaft locations that will be used for the Stage 2 dewatering of the deepest area of the Kakula mine.
Ivanhoe cuts 2025 guidance, withdraws 2026 forecast as DRC copper mine restarts
12th June 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Toronto-listed Ivanhoe Mines has revised down its 2025 copper production guidance for the Kamoa-Kakula complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), following a temporary suspension of... 


Schneider Electric Middle East and Africa zone president Walid Sheta
Schneider Electric launches its first Innovation Hub in Africa
11th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Energy and automation company Schneider Electric launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa at its new head office in Midrand, Gauteng. The Innovation Hub now forms part of Schneider Electric’s... 


Image of TE manufacturing and ports GM Tshwanelo Tswai.
Transnet Engineering sets R1bn turnover goal for burgeoning maritime division
11th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

Transnet operating division Transnet Engineering (TE) aims for its relatively new maritime business to reach R1-billion in turnover in the next eight to ten years, says TE manufacturing and ports... 


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Shoprite gives tour of distribution centre built to meet new store growth
11th June 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed supermarket retail group Shoprite this week held a media tour of its Riverfields distribution centre, in Kempton Park, Gauteng, which is one of two new campuses built over the past 18... 


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ActionSA accuses DA of insecurity, desperation with motion against Tshwane Speaker
11th June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

ActionSA on Wednesday accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of acting in desperation to destabilise the Tshwane government with its plan to bring a motion of no confidence against Tshwane Speaker of... 


A gold mining operation in Zimbabwe
Gold rally brings riches to rural Zimbabwe
11th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

In Filabusi, in south-eastern Zimbabwe the streets are packed with BMW X5s and Land Rover Defenders, modern houses paid for in cash are springing up and whisky is only sold by the bottle in the... 


Nevada Copper project draws $896m US financing interest
Nevada Copper project draws $896m US financing interest
11th June 2025 By: Reuters

A Nevada mining project has attracted the attention of the Export-Import Bank of the United States, which is showing interest in offering $896-million to support a company seeking to build a copper... 


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Cape Town asks Constitutional Court to invalidate Public Procurement Bill
10th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the city has approached the Constitutional Court to invalidate the Public Procurement Act. The city previously warned that the Bill would slow down local... 


Powered by Supercharged H₂O! Engen’s “Magic Water” Helps Tete Clinch Third Comrades Title
Powered by Supercharged H₂O! Engen’s “Magic Water” Helps Tete Clinch Third Comrades Title
9th June 2025

As Tete Dijana surged down Masabalala Yengwa Avenue to claim his third Comrades Marathon title on Sunday, some are crediting it to more than just his incredible stamina. With just 9km to go, Dijana... 


Thulani Gcabashe (right) and Donald McGillivray.
South Africa's green hydrogen project backed by 1 430 MW fully permitted solar cluster
9th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The Coega Green Ammonia project in Nelson Mandela Bay has reached another milestone – the permitting of a 1 430 MW solar PV cluster development phase that will supply 40% of the power required by... 


Infrastructure South Africa, Department of Water & Sanitation, South African Institution of Civil Engineering headline Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo
9th June 2025

The South African construction market is valued at around $125 billion and the broader infrastructure market at $193 billion (source: AbiQ). As the country gains momentum, showing measurable gains... 


Fairvest CEO Darren Wilder
Fairvest delivers another strong performance, announces retail acquisitions
6th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Fairvest has announced its financial results for the six months to March 31, with an interim distribution of 69.66c per A share and 23.10c per B... 


Schneider Electric achieves level 1 B-BBEE status for 2025
Schneider Electric achieves level 1 B-BBEE status for 2025
6th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, proudly announces its certification as a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment... 


Tivan awarded NT exploration grants for Sandover fluorite project
6th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Tivan said on Friday that it had secured exploration grant funding from the Northern Territory government for its Sandover fluorite project. The firm was awarded a total of A$150 000... 


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Company highlights consequences of poor boiler maintenance
6th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

An inability to properly manage boilers, especially neglecting water treatment can lead to extensive operational issues, including decreased efficiency, increased energy consumption, safety hazards... 


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