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Partnership brings dredging technology to African mines
20th March 2024

A recently announced strategic partnership aims to address challenges faced by the mining sector in Africa through the implementation of innovative dredging technology. Tri-Pump, a provider of... 


Hummingbird, Corica in dispute over Kouroussa contract
20th March 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Mining services provider Corica Mining Services says the restart of work at Hummingbird Resources’ Kouroussa mine, in Guinea, is conditional on the payment of certain funds it believes it is due... 


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Cape Town’s MyCiTi Spine Road depot construction 65% complete
20th March 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says construction work on two new MyCiTi depots, located on the corner of Spine Road and Mew Way between Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain, is now 65% complete. City... 


Bearings International fosters a segment strategy to keep customers ‘in motion’
Bearings International fosters a segment strategy to keep customers ‘in motion’
20th March 2024

Bearings International’s (BI) segment approach to the market places an intentional focus on key industries in South and Sub-Saharan Africa in a bid to optimise operations, enhance uptime and drive... 


Jonathan McKey, the company’s National Sales and Marketing Manager
SEW-EURODRIVE builds support, trust into Africa
20th March 2024

Companies in various sectors across Africa are wanting to harness the power of modern advancements in drive technology – and SEW-EURODRIVE is there with the solutions and the support. “Many... 


The ROSE Foundation celebrates 30years of success in used oil recycling
The ROSE Foundation celebrates 30years of success in used oil recycling
19th March 2024

More than 1.5 billion litres of hazardous used motor oil has been kept out of the environment, thanks to the efforts of the ROSE Foundation (Recycling Oil Saves the Environment) which celebrates 30... 


eWASA signs operation clean Sweep® pledge
eWASA signs operation clean Sweep® pledge
19th March 2024

The EPR Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA) has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to environmental stewardship by signing the Operation Clean Sweep® (OCS) pledge. Operation... 


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Murray & Roberts Cementation raises the bar on mechanised mine training
18th March 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Mining contractor Murray & Roberts Cementation on March 14 hosted a media tour of the mock-up mine and training facilities at its Bentley Park Training Academy, in Carletonville. The site is... 


Schneider Electric’s Solution Expert Club comes to South Africa to upskill and assist partners drive value for end customers
Schneider Electric’s Solution Expert Club comes to South Africa to upskill and assist partners drive value for end customers
15th March 2024

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, recently hosted the South African leg of its Secure Power Academy, as part of its Solution Expert... 


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Taxi Relief Fund extended to enable remaining claimants to secure payment
15th March 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The Department of Transport (DoT) has obtained Cabinet approval to extend the Taxi Relief Fund (TRF) to November 30. The request to extend the TRF was made to afford as many taxi operators as... 


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cidb, Deputy Minister launch programme to accelerate construction industry transformation
15th March 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Bernice Swart and industry regulator the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) on March 14 officially launched the B.U.I.L.D Programme,... 


Promoting access through collaboration
15th March 2024

Global water solutions and technology company Xylem is undertaking a strategic collaboration partnership with the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) to help increase access to safe... 


INTELLIGENT DRILLING
The Sandvik DD422iE drill offers intelligent and electric fully automated, top hammer longhole drilling performance
Intelligent drilling solutions advance underground capabilities
15th March 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The adoption of intelligent drilling technologies represents a critical step towards more efficient, safe and sustainable underground mining operations, though eco-efficient rock processing... 


AMRITESH ANAND
A digital twin model integrates real-time data from various sources to simulate, monitor and enhance the mining environment, operations and equipment for enhanced safety, efficiency and sustainability
Digital twins paving way to safer underground mining
15th March 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Digital twins represent a “pivotal technological advancement” in underground mining, offering innovative solutions for safety, operational efficiency and environmental sustainability, says business... 


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Solutions provider helps improve production efficiency, enhance sustainability
15th March 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Process solutions provider, Bühler Johannesburg, offers Southern African and global food industry players equipment solutions and services to improve food production efficiency, meet consumers’... 


EASY INTEGRATION
VUMA Live integrates with existing supervisory control and data acquisition systems, streamlining its adoption for mine operators that are already familiar with such platforms
Software enhances underground mining safety
15th March 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

In its continuous endeavour to achieve operational excellence and uphold safety standards in the underground mining industry, global independent consultancy BBE has set a new benchmark with the... 


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Specialised energy, water management programmes to be implemented
15th March 2024

Skills development authority, the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (Ewseta) says that it is developing and implementing specialised renewable-energy and water management... 


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Empowering South Africa’s water future: A strategic vision by EWSETA
15th March 2024

In the dynamic landscape of South Africa’s water sector, the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA) stands at the forefront of transformative initiatives to fortify the... 


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New service centre opened to back Normet Africa’s growth
15th March 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

To support the continued success of its African expansion, underground mining technology company Normet Africa has officially opened its custom-built 4 800 m2 service centre at the Equites... 


Ceta invests R180m in training initiatives
14th March 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Construction Education and Training Authority (Ceta) has allocated about R180-million to fund various training initiatives, which is set to benefit 2 267 learners across all nine provinces.... 


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MineShift highlights the importance of advancing African beneficiation
14th March 2024 By: Tracy Hancock

The need to ensure that Africa realises the vast potential for socioeconomic upliftment presented by the on-continent beneficiation of its abundant endowment of precious-metals and stones was... 


UK to fund new joint Anglo-South African scientific cooperation initiative
12th March 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF) and the UK’s Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) have announced a joint programme to institute an international research network that... 


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Built Environment Indaba to address substandard project delivery, other challenges
12th March 2024 By: Darren Parker

Poor-quality projects, site invasions and inadequate transformation are some of the key issues that will be addressed at the inaugural Built Environment Indaba, which will be held at the Gallagher... 


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Construction sector mafia targeting executives as well
12th March 2024 By: Darren Parker

The impact of the construction mafia is starting to be felt higher up the food chain, with Black Building Council in the Built Environment (BBCBE) president Danny Masimene noting that executives... 


Qala Shallows
West Wits ready for rapid development of Qala Shallows once funding agreements conclude
12th March 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed West Wits Mining has reported a cash and cash equivalent position of $1.4-million as at December 31, which, coupled with a proposed $15.8-million debt facility with the Industrial... 


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Rectron partners with drone startup NTSU to grow skills, capacity
12th March 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Information and communications technology equipment distributor Rectron has partnered with remotely piloted or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) service provider NTSU Aviation Solutions to enable it... 


African Rainbow Minerals Executive Chairperson Dr Patrice Motsepe.
Right things are being done with Transnet, right things will be done with Eskom – Motsepe
12th March 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Dr Patrice Motsepe, the founder and chairperson of diversified mining company African Rainbow Minerals (ARM), has expressed confidence in the direction being taken by South Africa’s State transport... 


Schneider Electric launches Pro-Retailer Channel Programme in South Africa as a boost for indirect partners
Schneider Electric launches Pro-Retailer Channel Programme in South Africa as a boost for indirect partners
12th March 2024

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is launching its Pro-Retailer Channel Programme in the South African market aimed at supporting the... 


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Underground drilling revolution underway
8th March 2024

Underground drilling technology is said to be undergoing a significant transformation, with the  adoption of intelligent drilling and a growing interest in battery electric models for the future.... 


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Proximity detection systems adopted by mines
8th March 2024

There is an increased focus on rolling out proximity detection systems (PDS) as surface mines seek to comply with gazetted regulations, notes PDS specialist Booyco Electronics. Company CEO Anton... 


African Rainbow Minerals Executive Chairperson Dr Patrice Motsepe.
We are committed to confronting climate change – ARM
8th March 2024 By: Martin Creamer

African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) executive chairperson Dr Patrice Motsepe said during Friday’s presentation of dividend-yielding results that his diversified mining company is committed to... 


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Huawei launches three AI-focused data storage solutions
8th March 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Information and communications technology giant Huawei has launched three new data storage solutions aimed at tackling the challenges experienced, amid the rapid development of large artificial... 


Precision investment castings
New owners of precision casting company drive technology, skills investment
8th March 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Following a takeover of Rely Precision Castings by a new group of shareholders, the company is undergoing a renewed market expansion drive with investment into technology, and development of a... 


Water technology firm, association ink MoU
8th March 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Water technology company Xylem and the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) have embarked on an innovative partnership, formalising their strategic and cooperative collaboration... 


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SWASAP railway axle manufacturer
8th March 2024

Manufacturer and supplier of railway axles Swasap is a proudly South African-owned broad-based Black Economic Empowered company that is committed to expanding education and skills to develop... 


Wilkinson announces C$15m to support Canada’s mining sector
7th March 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson has announced federal investments of more than C$15-million in projects to increase Indigenous participation and support the development of... 


Property transformation programme launched
6th March 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Industry regulator the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) on March 6 launched the Transformation Property Partnership programme, which is aimed at enabling meaningful youth... 


Gen AI, sustainability, monetisation key themes of 2024 TMT predictions
6th March 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Generative artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability and monetisation have emerged as three key themes in the 2024 edition of advisory firm Deloitte’s 'Technology, Media and Telecommunications... 


The Jeffreys Bay wind farm
World Bank is supporting the rollout of distributed renewable energy in Africa, globally
6th March 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Distributed renewable energy (DRE) is going to be essential to achieve the goal of universal access to energy by 2030, both in Africa and globally. So highlighted World Bank Energy Sector... 


Martin Engineering empowers couple’s dreams through education
Martin Engineering empowers couple’s dreams through education
6th March 2024

In a heartwarming tale of serendipity and generosity, Sharon du Plessis, the Financial Manager of Martin Engineering Africa stumbled upon an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives... 


Wild animals in the Kalahari
SADC Tourism Alliance disaster risk management workshop to help businesses recover faster
6th March 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Regional tourism organisation the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Business Council Tourism Alliance has completed a two-day train-the-trainer workshop on tourism disaster risk... 


Carol Koech
Bridging the talent shortage in modern data centres
5th March 2024

By Carol Koech, Strategy Director, Sustainability & Thought Leadership – Schneider Electric International Operations  The rapid expansion of data centres has created a high demand for skilled... 


Chieta CE Yershen Pillay
Chieta announces new green hydrogen qualifications, skills programmes
4th March 2024 By: Darren Parker

The Chemical Industries Training and Education Authority (Chieta) will be registering new qualifications on green hydrogen and offering specialised skills programmes relevant to growing the green... 


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