New report sets stage for evidence-led municipal planning in Gauteng

The Gauteng provincial government, in partnership with multinational professional services firm Ernst & Young, has launched a new report offering a comprehensive analysis and projection of the... 

Mobile industry must accelerate emissions cuts to meet 2050 net-zero goal – report

While the mobile industry's operational emissions are steadily declining, mobile operators must accelerate efforts to halve industry emissions by 2030 to remain on track towards net zero by 2050.... 

Egypt uses Digital Earth Africa for coastal monitoring

Egypt’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has started to leverage the capabilities of Digital Earth Africa to monitor and manage its coastal zones as the country works to strengthen... 

New regulations for electric motors come into effect

South Africa's Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) have now come into effect, marking the start of the phasing out of most three-phase, low-voltage electric motors rated IE1 in the country... 

Vodacom reaches 100% renewable electricity purchasing goal

Telecommunications giant Vodacom Group has reached a major decarbonisation milestone – it now procures 100% of its purchased electricity from renewable sources. In addition to several on-site... 

Tzaneen dam wall raising timeline revised

The raising of the Tzaneen dam wall will now be completed in March 2026, a year later than the initial completion date of March this year. Part of the Letaba river water augmentation project, the... 

High costs, rising investment hit 2024 profits of top 40 global mining companies

Globally, the mining sector – except the gold industry – had a challenging 2024, with declining revenues and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) as the industry... 

Shipping containers used as gantry support

A one-off “shipping container” crane is currently under manufacture for mine maintenance by overhead crane and hoist manufacturer Condra’s authorised agent, Lynx Supply and Services, in Tanzania.... 

Sewage spillages decline as Emfuleni infrastructure gets major overhaul

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... 

Tshwane wastewater, water infrastructure projects advancing

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... 

Students to lead water-quality monitoring

JSE-listed private education provider ADvTECH, in collaboration with the IIE MSA Centre for Water and the Environment, has launched a national, student-led citizen science project aimed at... 

Maintenance on LHWP tunnel completed

The seven-month maintenance work on the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) tunnel has been successfully completed, with water once again flowing from Lesotho into South Africa. The process of... 

MTN launches digital payment solution for informal merchants

Telecommunications group MTN South Africa’s mobile money platform, MoMo, has launched a digital payment solution designed for informal merchants. MoMo Pay offers ease, affordability and... 

Effective planning, prudent resource use critical for water delivery

Ineffective planning, poor project management and corruption are some of the factors negatively impacting the project delivery and, in effect, “standing in the way” of the provision of quality... 

Bold investment needed to secure Southern Africa’s water future

Resilient water infrastructure and cross-border collaboration are critical to Southern Africa’s economic development, environmental sustainability and long-term water security. This is according to... 

New framework aimed at streamlining PPP process takes effect

The National Treasury’s amended Regulation 16, which governs public-private partnerships (PPPs), kicks in on June 1, with the aim of attracting more private-sector investment. The amendments are... 

Cell C says it’s now a strong, capital-light challenger, following recapitalisations and turnarounds

Following years of recapitalisations and turnaround strategies, Cell C believes it has emerged as a strong, capital-light challenger – leaner, smarter and more agile than ever before. Marking a new... 

From nearly empty six months ago, Vaal dam brims after heavy rains

In less than six months, the water storage level of South Africa’s Vaal dam surged from less than 30% capacity in December to overflowing, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to... 

New water platform to bridge gap between data and decision-making

Geospatial information science company Afrigis has launched a new platform aimed at helping businesses, investors, insurers and financial institutions navigate insights and data to support water... 

Company transforming safety culture through Level 9 PDS

The integration of Level 9 Proximity Detection Systems (PDS) has positively influenced the onsite culture of mining operations over the years, says mine safety original-equipment manufacturer... 

Department invites public input on 1998 Local Government White Paper review

The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has released for public input a discussion document on the review of the 1998 White Paper on Local Government. Interested... 

South Africa, Lesotho sign water resources development project MoU

South Africa and Lesotho have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework of cooperation on the proposed construction of two weirs on the Mohokare/Caledon river and to... 

Huawei unveils AI-driven green warehouse in Joburg

Huawei South Africa has showcased its newly opened 14 000 m2 artificial intelligence- (AI-) powered, green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg. This smart facility boasts advanced technologies... 

KZN estate sets standard in sustainable water management

Simbithi Eco-Estate, a 430 ha residential community in KwaZulu-Natal, has been integrating sustainable water management practices into its everyday operations. The estate’s forward-thinking water... 

MTN launches revamped mobile application

Following the launch of the MTN App in 2019 and its refresh in 2022, telecommunications group MTN has now unveiled the next-generation version of the application. The new MTN App offers introduces... 

Manufacturers urged to embrace technological advances to be competitive, future-ready

The future of manufacturing lies in the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies and a steadfast commitment to sustainability. As smart factories become more prevalent, manufacturers must... 

Rhodes University taps research power for long-term water supply

Rhodes University is making significant progress in its efforts to reduce reliance on municipal water supply and ensure long-term water security on its campus in Makhanda, in the Eastern Cape. As... 

R35m bulk water project brings relief to Eastern Cape community

The R35-million Kirkwood bulk water project, in the Eastern Cape, has been completed, offering some relief from the area’s long-standing water shortages. Construction began in July 2023 and was... 

Telcables continues African expansion

Angola Cables’ connectivity division, Telcables, continues to expand its network capabilities as digital demand grows across Africa. Recent investments in data centre infrastructure and... 

MTN powers, connects 94 Orange Farm households

Telecommunications group MTN South Africa has launched the Orange Farm microgrid project, an initiative that connects 94 households in the township’s Tjovitso section to the Internet, while... 

Resettlement programme under way as LHWP Phase II progresses

As construction of the second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) progresses, several socioeconomic programmes are under way to mitigate the impact of the physical and economic... 

Company continues AI, automation drive

As industries increasingly embrace industrial automation and artificial intelligence, drive technology and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE is well-positioned to support its clients with a suite... 

MTN MoMo reaches 13-million users in SA

Telecommunications giant MTN Group’s Mobile Money (MoMo) has reached the milestone of 13-million registered customers in South Africa as it continues to expand financial accessibility. MTN... 

DWS wraps water infrastructure grants consultations

The public consultations for the Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS’s) proposed Water and Sanitation Services Infrastructure Grants Management Policy (WSSIGM) have now been concluded. The... 

South Africa’s telecoms growth boosted by fibre subscriptions, expanding network coverage

South Africa’s telecommunications sector experienced growth in 2024, driven by a surge in fibre subscriptions, heightened engagement on social media platforms and significant advancements in... 

New platform to support water management

Telecommunications group Vodacom Business, in partnership with Mezzanine, has launched a new platform designed to deliver, support and maintain critical water services for suppliers, municipalities... 

Summit adopts resolutions to reverse South Africa’s water-sector decline

Several resolutions emerged from the National Water and Sanitation Indaba, held from March 27 to 28, to reverse the significant deterioration in South Africa’s water sector over the past few years.... 

Weevils released into Crocodile river to fight another invasive alien aquatic plant

As the invasive hyacinth starts to retreat from the Hartbeepoort dam after years of biological mitigation, a new invasive species has emerged to essentially fill the gap, taking advantage of the... 

Vodacom Business aims to boost public safety through IoT-enabled asset management

Vodacom Business aims to enhance public safety through its Internet of Things (IoT) technology, which streamlines and digitises record-keeping, while providing real-time insights into the status,... 

LHWP II feeder roads, bridges contract awarded

Design work on the feeder roads and bridges for the second phase of Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) has started, with construction work set to start towards the end of 2026. This followed...