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Moretele North (Klipvoor) Bulk Water Supply Scheme, South Africa
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The planned bulk water scheme aims to develop a regional bulk supply. 


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Tashkent Riverside project, Uzbekistan
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Developer, investor  and operator of power generation and desalination water plants ACWA Power plans to install 25 GW of renewables by 2030. 


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Prieska Copper Zinc Mine, South Africa – update
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Diversified metals explorer and developer Orion Minerals has highlighted significant progress on the project. 


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Pollution threatens to overwhelm the country’s water supply systems
14th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As many regions across South Africa, including the City of Johannesburg and eThekwini, continue to grapple with significant water supply challenges and extended outages, the growing threat of water... 


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Clearwater lithium project, Canada – update
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canadian lithium brine developer E3 Lithium has secured conditional approval for a nonrepayable investment from the government of Canada’s Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund. 


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The Udumo shaft is set for a significant production ramp-up by mid-2026
Coal miner eyes underground expansion ramp-up
14th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Coal miner Kangra’s Udumo shaft, in Mpumalanga, is set for a significant production ramp-up, with output expected to rise from the current 40 000 t a month to about 105 000 t a month by mid-2026.... 


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Local supply chains crucial to promoting food security
14th March 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Strengthening local supply chains is critical to ensuring food security and economic resilience, and sourcing materials and services locally not only reduces supply chain disruptions but also... 


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Firm addresses legal, export risks attributed to bud rot spread
14th March 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The potential spread of phytophtora palmovira (bud rot) from infested areas through host material to other areas may negatively affect South Africa’s domestic and international trade, says law firm... 


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Chemical development centre enhances innovation, customer service
14th March 2025

Germany-based specialty chemicals company LANXESS is making headway in enhancing its innovation and customer service capabilities, having inaugurated its India Application Development Centre (IADC)... 


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Governance, stability prerequisites for water security
14th March 2025

Given upcoming commemorations of Water Week – which takes place between March 20 and 26 – water and sanitation organisation the Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa... 


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Government meets to rectify supply disruptions in eThekwini
14th March 2025

Following ongoing water supply disruptions in eThekwini, in KwaZulu-Natal, Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina and Deputy Minister David Mahlobo convened an urgent meeting with eThekwini... 


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Pollution threatens to overwhelm the country’s water supply systems
14th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As many regions across South Africa, including the City of Johannesburg and eThekwini, continue to grapple with significant water supply challenges and extended outages, the growing threat of water... 


LHWP, an intricate symphony of ‘maths and music’, continues steady advance
14th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) continues to advance steadily, maintaining its momentum after overcoming a range of challenges. The LHWP Phase II had experienced... 


AGRT or AGTR?
14th March 2025 By: Riaan de Lange

 


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Lubrication firm launches sustainable oil buy-back initiative
14th March 2025

Leader in lubrication solutions Atlas Oil in February announced the launch of its Sustainable Oil Buy-Back Program, in partnership with the nonprofit organisation Rose Foundation. This initiative... 


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Bailong Phase I nuclear power plant, China – update
14th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Nine major contracts have been signed for the construction of units 1 and 2 of the project. 


Acting Exxaro CEO Riaan Koppeschaar.
Exxaro boosting small business, education, post-mining economies, farming ventures
13th March 2025 By: Martin Creamer

As at the end of December, the social investments of Exxaro Resources amounted to R2.1-billion amid the bettering of lives and livelihoods being declared core by this black-controlled Johannesburg... 


enCore doubles uranium extraction capacity at Alta Mesa
13th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Nasdaq- and TSX-V-listed enCore Energy announced on Thursday the successful startup of its second ion exchange (IX) circut at the South Texas Alta Mesa in-situ recovery (ISR) uranium central... 


South Africa's Water Week: A call for urgent action on water conservation and infrastructure investment
South Africa's Water Week: A call for urgent action on water conservation and infrastructure investment
13th March 2025

As South Africa marks National Water Week (20 - 26 March 2025) and World Water Day (22 March 2025), citizens are urged to use water sparingly and support initiatives aimed at conserving the... 


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Translating intentions in Budget into infrastructure development reliant on a concrete plan - Cesa
13th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) has highlighted the need for a concrete plan of action to translate the intentions set out in the Budget tabled by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, on... 


 Balancing Energy Demands and Sustainability: South Africa’s Hydrogen Revolution
Balancing Energy Demands and Sustainability: South Africa’s Hydrogen Revolution
13th March 2025

(Virtual Showroom ) By: Dr Darija Susac, 2nd Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Conference Committee Member and Acting Director of HySA Catalysis Centre of Competence Economic growth and socioeconomic... 


Hyprop CEO Morné Wilken
Favourable trade metrics boost Hyprop’s interim distributable income growth by 14.5%
13th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

JSE- and A2X-listed specialist property retail fund Hyprop Investments has achieved double-digit growth of 14.5% year-on-year in its distributable income to R765-million for the six months ended... 


South Africa’s Wind Energy: Gaining Momentum and Scaling New Heights
South Africa’s Wind Energy: Gaining Momentum and Scaling New Heights
13th March 2025

By: Wangari Muchiri - Africa Director at Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)  and Niveshen Govender, CEO of South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) Introduction: 


Integrated Pump Technology provides reliable dewatering solutions to combat groundwater ingress in both surface and underground mining operations
Integrated Pump Technology Pumps effective mine dewatering across Africa
13th March 2025

Integrated Pump Technology has been at the forefront of helping mining operations deal with the persistent challenges posed by groundwater ingress, both at surface and underground. Groundwater can... 


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Joburg Water's new Erand tower set to boost Midrand water supply
13th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new two-megalitre water tower set to bolster water supply to the Midrand area, in Gauteng, is 60% complete. The R92-million Erand tower and pump station project, currently being constructed by... 


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Lesotho Tunnel reopening delayed by three weeks amid technical challenges
13th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The reopening of the Lesotho Highlands tunnel has been delayed by three weeks, owing to maintenance work delays experienced in the Delivery Tunnel South, in Lesotho. The critical tunnel, which... 


WearCheck Water wins accreditation for microbiological testing
WearCheck Water wins accreditation for microbiological testing
12th March 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) WearCheck Water’s Johannesburg laboratory was recently awarded ISO/IEC17025 Accreditation for Total Coliforms and E.coli Testing, after a rigorous audit process, adding to the... 


Minerals Council South Africa chief economist Hugo Pienaar
Budget adds strain to mining employees, but other aspects support economy
12th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Following Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s delivery of the national Budget speech on March 12, Minerals Council South Africa says the mining sector’s employees will be impacted on in various... 


Accidents at giant Rio Tinto project kill more than a dozen workers, prompting inquiry
Accidents at giant Rio Tinto project kill more than a dozen workers, prompting inquiry
12th March 2025 By: Reuters

A routine night shift ended in tragedy for Alseny Camara. The 32-year-old was working for a Chinese subcontractor building a railway to reach Simandou - the world's largest new iron mining... 


Standard Bank secures $250m loan from IFC to boost green financing initiatives
12th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Financial services firm Standard Bank has successfully closed a $250-million, seven-year unsecured loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), which will significantly bolster the bank's... 


Element 25 secures final approval for WA manganese mine expansion
Element 25 secures final approval for WA manganese mine expansion
12th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australian manganese producer Element 25 has received final approval for the expansion of its Butcherbird mine in Western Australia, with the company now cleared to increase the mine's production... 


More work needed to ensure pollution in dams eliminated
More work needed to ensure pollution in dams eliminated
12th March 2025

An increase in intergovernmental commitment and stakeholder coordination is required to mitigate the ongoing pollution that plagues the Hartbeespoort dam and other polluted dams and rivers across... 


How climate change puts SA’s water at risk, and why PPPs can help
12th March 2025

The impacts of climate change on South Africa’s fresh water resources are becoming increasingly apparent, and without urgent interventions, new infrastructure models and private participation, the... 


South Offshore’s partnership with TotalEnergies for RSLIP Deployment in Angola is welcomed by the International Commodity Summit 2025
South Offshore’s partnership with TotalEnergies for RSLIP Deployment in Angola is welcomed by the International Commodity Summit 2025
11th March 2025

The International Commodity Summit 2025 has embraced the partnership between Congo’s South Offshore and TotalEnergies to implement the Rigless Subsea Light Intervention Package (RSLIP) in Angola.... 


KPMG Germany, AHK Southern Africa survey highlights business challenges, opportunities
11th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

About nine months after South Africa’s national elections, German companies in South Africa and the Southern African region are optimistic about their business prospects for the current year,... 


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Orion’s interim performance reflects continued focus on exploration of key projects
11th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE- and ASX-listed Orion Minerals' work programmes during the interim period to December 31, 2024, focused on the progression of definitive feasibility studies (DFS) for the company’s flagship... 


Buildings in Africa’s urban evolution
Buildings in Africa’s urban evolution
11th March 2025

By: Mark Freeman - Offer Manager, Digital Buildings, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric  Africa is now an urban continent.  In fact, it’s urbanisation is being heralded a global megatrend,... 


A heartfelt congratulations to all our 2024 award winners!
A heartfelt congratulations to all our 2024 award winners!
11th March 2025

 Artisan Training Institute proudly hosted an outstanding Awards Ceremony, celebrating the remarkable achievements within the skilled trades. This event not only honoured the top performers but... 


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Attacq delivers strong half-year results on the back of Waterfall City success
11th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Attacq, a strategic development partner of Waterfall City in Midrand, Gauteng, has announced a strong set of financial results for the six months... 


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Joburg Water disconnects customers owing over R2.7m
11th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Following the start of a Level 1 Disconnections Drive on Monday, Johannesburg Water has disconnected 15 customers that collectively owe the utility more than R2.7-million. The customers reside in... 


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Vaal dam reaches full capacity, DWS slows outflow
11th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As the water levels of the Vaal dam reach 101.51%, the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reduced the outflow of water from 61.2 cubic metres a second (mᵌ/s) to 40 mᵌ/s as inflows... 


Air Products specialty gas sales manager Pregie Maistry talks to Engineering News at Propak Africa 2025 in Johannesburg about the use of the company’s Freshline gases in the food and beverage industry.
Discover Air Products Freshline gases for MAP at Propak 2025
11th March 2025

Air Products is among the largest suppliers of specialty gases in the Southern African region, serving customers across a number of industries and locations. Air Products’ trademark for food-grade... 


Chevron CEO urges lasting US energy policy, not extreme swings
Chevron CEO urges lasting US energy policy, not extreme swings
11th March 2025 By: Reuters

Chevron would like to see durability in US energy policy rather than swings from one extreme to another, CEO Mike Wirth said on Monday. US President Donald Trump's first weeks in office during his... 


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