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Aerial image of a mine in the DRC
Key infrastructure for renowned DRC mine
15th September 2023

The historic Kipushi zinc/copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is undergoing a refurbishment process led by Ivanhoe Mines. Zest WEG  is supplying electrical and energy... 


MTN South Africa makes a significant economic, social impact from its operations and investments
15th September 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Information and communications technology (ICT) giant MTN says that it has created demonstratable socioeconomic contributions to addressing the triple challenges of unemployment, poverty and... 


WEG, as part of its drive to expand the WEG footprint in East African markets, is taking significant steps to increase its presence in Uganda by partnering with company Petrok as its Value-Added Reseller
Petrok supports WEG growth in Uganda
14th September 2023

WEG, as part of its drive to expand the WEG footprint in East African markets, is taking significant steps to increase its presence in Uganda by partnering with company Petrok as its Value-Added... 


Dealership Space Optimisation: A Lifeline for South Africa’s Embattled Automotive Industry
Dealership Space Optimisation: A Lifeline for South Africa’s Embattled Automotive Industry
11th September 2023

South Africa’s automotive industry is a major source of job creation and a large contributor to the local GDP. However, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and the resulting economic... 


SKF TKBA Belt Alignment Tool accurately aligns belt and chain drives, minimising wear and costs and maximising performance and lifecycle    
SKF TKBA Belt Alignment Tool accurately aligns belt and chain drives, minimising wear and costs and maximising performance and lifecycle    
11th September 2023

Many industries operate a variety of belt-driven machinery such as HVAC equipment, milling machines, compressors and camshafts. The accurate alignment of belt and chain drives, while seemingly a... 


Southern African Vinyls Association hosts successful
Southern African Vinyls Association hosts successful "Innovation in PVC" conference
8th September 2023

The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) proudly celebrated a historic milestone as it hosted its inaugural "Innovation in PVC" conference on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at the distinguished... 


LEARNER SUCCESS
A total of 46 individuals graduated from Multotec for various 12-month learnership programmes
Programme contributes to skills upliftment
8th September 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

Mineral processing solutions provider Multotec celebrated the successful completion of its 12-month learnership programme in June, underscoring the company’s commitment to skills development,... 


ICMM CEO Rohitesh Dhawan
ICMM publishes guidance to improve the mining, metals industry’s disclosure of Scope 3 emissions
7th September 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Global metals and mining industry body ICMM has published a 'Scope 3 Emissions Accounting and Reporting Guidance', which provides a standardised framework for mining and metals companies to... 


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Key infrastructure for renowned DRC mine
1st September 2023

The historic Kipushi zinc/copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is undergoing a refurbishment process led by Ivanhoe Mines. Zest WEG  is supplying electrical and energy... 


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Fuelling success in the mining industry
1st September 2023

In the dynamic landscape of the mining industry, success is not only measured in productivity but in the ability to overcome challenges and adapt to ever-changing circumstances. Fuel company Astron... 


Aerial view of the Eland mine
Eland mine complex, South Africa – update
1st September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Northam Platinum has reported on the progress at the project. 


Image shows the Kwinana lithium hydroxide refinery
Lithium drives IGO to record heights
31st August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Critical minerals miner IGO has posted a record financial performance for the year ended June, driven by record earnings from its lithium joint venture (JV). IGO’s revenues in the full year... 


An image of a coke bottle
Coca-Cola Africa appoints Sergio Vieira as new South African Franchise Operations VP
29th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Beverage producer Coca-Cola Africa has welcomed Sergio Vieira as the new VP of Franchise Operations South Africa. He joins the Coca-Cola Africa Operating Unit in Johannesburg. 


Transition will be not only in energy, but in the economy as a whole
25th August 2023 By: Schalk Burger

The just energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy that South Africa wants to pursue will also be a transition for the whole economy and presents opportunities for South Africa to... 


Marita van den Bergh
Optimising project execution for critical infrastructure: The Eskom experience
25th August 2023

As one of South Africa's leading State-owned enterprises, Eskom plays a crucial role in supplying electricity to millions of people and supporting the nation's economic growth.  Efficient project... 


Lesedi Nuclear Services - Women in Industry
Lesedi Nuclear Services - Women in Industry
25th August 2023

Sipokazi Luzipo Khoza Lesedi Nuclear Services electrical engineer Sipokazi Luzipo Khoza is a shining example of determination and ambition. Born on October 12, 1992, in the small Eastern Cape town... 


1 in 66 Jobs was driven by beer!
1 in 66 Jobs was driven by beer!
24th August 2023

Oxford Economics has released the first local report to assess the beer industry’s local economic impact footprint in South Africa. Given its scale and its impact along value chain, a thriving beer... 


Bespoke hoist for fast pre-sink
Bespoke hoist for fast pre-sink
21st August 2023

(Virtual Showroom): Condra is to manufacture a high-lift, high-speed, heavy-duty kibble hoist of complex design as the key component of a 15-ton pre-sink portal crane. Lifting height will be 150... 


The above image depicts the PowerFlex 750 series of drives
New products garner attention
18th August 2023

To help improve efficiency, reduce downtime and save on costs within the mining sector, electrical and automation systems supplier Referro Systems provides a wide range of products, from valve... 


South Africa still mulling design for sustainable automotive industry
South Africa still mulling design for sustainable automotive industry
18th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s automotive manufacturing sector has been a real success story for the country; however, it must now bolster domestic demand and adapt its policies and initiatives as the shift... 


A man in a Unitrans Visivest in front of a fleet of Unitrans Trucks
Logistics giant training tomorrow’s truck drivers
18th August 2023

With the company’s core service being safely delivering customers’ goods, specialist transport company Unitrans’ drivers are one of the most critical links in the chain, CEO Terry Bantock... 


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South Africa still mulling design for sustainable automotive industry
18th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s automotive manufacturing sector has been a real success story for the country; however, it must now bolster domestic demand and adapt its policies and initiatives as the shift... 


Gauteng Province to Host Africa’s Integrated Smarter Mobility Summit
17th August 2023

With just under two months remaining until South Africa’s annual October Transport Month (OTM), a month full of celebration and assessing progress made in transport, the Gauteng Department of Roads... 


Getting the skills development basics right to optimise supply chains and drive bottom line improvement
15th August 2023

The supply chain is the one function in an organisation that touches all others and supply chain optimisation can drive bottom line improvement. Companies lose millions of rands in their supply... 


Image of large native copper nugget
Lift II copper project, South Africa – update
11th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Murray & Roberts Cementation achieved a milestone at the project. 


EVENT SHOWCASE
BMG will also showcase new products, including Liqui Moly oil kits and additives
Company expands agri presence through Nampo Cape Show
11th August 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

Following a successful Nampo 2023 show in Bothaville, in the Free State, in May, industrial machinery manufacturer Bearing Man Group (BMG) will exhibit at the Nampo Cape Show, in Cape Town, in... 


An infographic on how the FireDos stationary proportioning systems work
Fire protection for industry
11th August 2023

With many highly flammable substances being processed and the varying risks of fire hazards and explosive potential on chemical and petrochemical plants, fire protection has become a major... 


Toyota SA targets 2024 introduction of hybrid Hilux produced at Prospecton plant
11th August 2023 By: Irma Venter

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has confirmed that it is targeting the introduction of a mild-hybrid Hilux bakkie into the South African market next year. TSAM says the hybrid version of South... 


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De Beers Group - Women in Mining
11th August 2023

De Beers Group: Empowering women and pursuing gender parity in mining De Beers Group is deeply committed to developing women in the mining industry and achieving gender parity. The company... 


Tshepa Basadi
Tshepa Basadi - Women in Mining
11th August 2023

Put your trust in women with Tshepa Basadi THABILE NKOMO – Tshepa Basadi co-founder and MD 


Company releases new products  for cleaner air
Company releases new products for cleaner air
8th August 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Having spent 30 years researching and developing original products to reduce particulate matter (PM) from global industrial sources, air filtration solutions provider Aircure is launching three... 


Zest WEG is providing key electrical and energy infrastructure to the historic Kipushi Zinc-Copper Mine in the DRC's Katanga province
Zest WEG helps power Kipushi's new dawn
8th August 2023

As part of Ivanhoe Mines’ refurbishment of the historic Kipushi Zinc-Copper Mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zest WEG will be supplying a range of electrical and energy solutions.... 


Babcock’s ESD programme empowers communities
Babcock’s ESD programme empowers communities
7th August 2023

To make the most of the talent in the communities in which it operates, Babcock Africa is bringing authentic entrepreneurial mentorship to previously disadvantaged black-owned businesses through... 


Making a world of difference with process automation
31st July 2023

Across societies and economies, many of us take it for granted that we have reliable power at the flip of a switch, that water flows at the turn of a tap, or that goods are available at our... 


ROMPCO supports transformation and empowerment in the gas distribution industry
31st July 2023

While there have been pockets of transformation in industry, there is still a long way to go, says Bonani Malgas, Procurement Manager at the Republic of Mozambique Pipeline Investments Company... 


Youth employment initiative results in 85 placements
28th July 2023 By: Darren Parker

The South African Property Owners Association (Sapoa) and the National Business Initiative (NBI) Youth Employment Initiative, which was launched earlier this year in a bid to help unemployed... 


R216m Montrose interchange upgrade nears completion
28th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Construction of the soon-to-be completed R216-million Montrose Interchange, on the N4, has already “changed the lives of local small businesses and residents by providing much-needed jobs”, the... 


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Artificial intelligence is a big driver of global restructuring in terms of addressing shortages of critical skills, especially in the automotive industry
Distributor drives future solutions in automotive industry
28th July 2023 By: Bridget Lepere

Plastics machinery and ancillary equipment provider GreenTech Plastics Machinery says its injection-moulding machines can now incorporate recyclable materials when manufacturing various parts and... 


Automotive industry production line with car bodies
Decentralised drive tech specified for US manufacturer
28th July 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

Automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has secured an order to supply the latest decentralised drive technology in its Generation C range to automate a new storage and retrieval system being... 


Western Cape Economic Development and Tourism partners with JSE for SME development programme
25th July 2023 By: Schalk Burger

The Western Cape’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) has partnered with the JSE for a multi-year small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) development programme, which aims to... 


How automotive companies can save on training costs to optimise performance
24th July 2023

South Africa’s vehicle sector is holding its own, but companies still need to be mindful of budgets while developing employees in a difficult economic environment, says New Leaf Technologies New... 


Nickel’s at a crossroads as supply boom hits LME, Macquarie says
24th July 2023 By: Bloomberg

The nickel market is at a “turning point” with a wave of supply of the battery metal about to hit the London Metal Exchange and push down prices, according to strategists at Macquarie Group. The... 


Rising critical minerals demand could pose enviro, social risks
21st July 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The critical mineral resources that are increasingly in demand globally often pose environmental and social risks that need to be managed, the environment, social and governance (ESG) research arm... 


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