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Creamer Media’s Mining Weekly presents Announcements. This page offers a platform for unsolicited media announcements, made by companies and organisations, that have implications for the South African economy and the business environment. Creamer Media retains the right not to publish unsolicited media statements, as well as to remove such articles from the platform. Any opinions expressed are not those of Creamer Media and no warranty is made regarding the accuracy of the content.

Ink Fades, but Process Precision Leaves a Mark
6th March 2026

(Virtual Showroom) Paper manufacturing is a demanding process that relies on consistency, precision, and control at every stage. From the preparation of raw pulp to the continuous operation of... 


Vodacom Launches Third Cohort of the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator
Vodacom Launches Third Cohort of the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator
6th March 2026

Today, Vodacom launched the 2026 cohort of the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator at Vodacom World in Johannesburg, welcoming 98 young professionals from across Africa to develop... 


NRF Maintains B-BBEE Level 1 Status
6th March 2026

The National Research Foundation (NRF) is delighted to announce that it has maintained a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Level 1 rating. This achievement symbolises the NRF’s... 


Four Ways SA's Top Employers Are Reversing the Brain Drain
6th March 2026

More than one million South Africans now live abroad, and 43% say they do not plan to return permanently, according to the South African Diaspora Report for 2026. For decades, skilled professionals... 


Prescient expands global fund services offering with acquisition of Guernsey-based Obsidian
6th March 2026

The Prescient Group (Prescient) has acquired Obsidian Fund Services Limited in Guernsey, strengthening its global fund services offering for its South African and international fund management... 


Integrated Pump Technology continues to strengthen its support to South Africa’s mining sector by providing world class dewatering solutions through a highly skilled national distributor network
Integrated pump technology continues to strengthen South African mining support
6th March 2026

While Integrated Pump Technology has achieved remarkable growth across Africa, the company continues to place strong emphasis on supporting South Africa’s mining sector with world class dewatering... 


Weir to supply ENDURON® HPGR for the Phase 2 expansion of Ivanhoe Mines’ Platreef Mine
Weir to supply ENDURON® HPGR for the Phase 2 expansion of Ivanhoe Mines’ Platreef Mine
6th March 2026

Weir has secured a contract to supply ENDURON® high pressure grinding rolls (HPGR) to Ivanhoe Mines’ Platreef Mine as part of its upcoming Phase 2 expansion. A HPGR circuit is planned to be... 


Invitation for Open Access Data Centres' and Vertiv's executive session AI Unlocked in Johannesburg: registration is now open
6th March 2026

AI is transforming infrastructure expectations faster than most organisations planned for. GPU-driven workloads now demand new thinking around density, cooling, power and long-term scalability -... 


PDAC 2026 reflects growing global momentum for mineral exploration and development
6th March 2026

The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention brought together the global mineral exploration and mining community this week, continuing a 94-year tradition of connecting... 


Expanded test laboratory provides polymer users with more data
5th March 2026

Motion plastics manufacturer igus has expanded its international testing facilities to a total test laboratory footprint of more than 5500 m² of dedicated research space in order to accommodate its... 


Executive AI literacy, AI governance crucial for the future of automation in SA
5th March 2026

AI and automation in South Africa are characterised by fragmentation and a lack of cohesive governance. To drive progress towards a future of advanced, integrated AI-enabled automated systems... 


Cosmetic & Personal Care Coding: Turn Wellness Products into Trusted Experiences
Cosmetic & Personal Care Coding: Turn Wellness Products into Trusted Experiences
5th March 2026

Shoppers are no longer grabbing whatever is nearest to them. They are carefully comparing skincare essentials, personal hygiene products, and health and wellness products that support a more... 


NetScout reveals qualitative shifts in DDoS attack sophistication, infrastructure capacity, and threat actor capabilities
NetScout reveals qualitative shifts in DDoS attack sophistication, infrastructure capacity, and threat actor capabilities
5th March 2026

NETSCOUT® SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT), today released its second half of the year 2025 Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Threat Intelligence Report, revealing sophisticated attacker... 


Anything is possible: from a Spur waitress to a design engineer
Anything is possible: from a Spur waitress to a design engineer
5th March 2026

Sometimes all it takes is one person to buy into your dream. Tania Seeger learned this valuable lesson 23 years ago when a GIBB team member took her under her wing and helped her fly. Born and bred... 


Supply Chain Industry Body SAPICS Reflects on Collaboration and Reform After SONA and Budget 2026Supply Chain Industry Body SAPICS Reflects on Collaboration and Reform After SONA and Budget 2026
Supply Chain Industry Body SAPICS Reflects on Collaboration and Reform After SONA and Budget 2026Supply Chain Industry Body SAPICS Reflects on Collaboration and Reform After SONA and Budget 2026
5th March 2026

That’s the message from leading supply chain industry body SAPICS amid mixed reactions in the wake of SONA 2026. SAPICS president Thato Moloi comments: “There is no doubt that the country faces... 


How Batteries Can Help SA Avoid a Grid in Crisis
5th March 2026

Last year, Spain and Portugal lost up to 60% of their electrical power in mere seconds. The underlying issues exposed tensions between traditional grid infrastructure and the future of energy. It's... 


Coega Champions Strategic Energy Partnerships at the 18th Africa Energy Indaba 2026
5th March 2026

The Coega Development Corporation (Coega) is proud to participate in the 18th Africa Energy Indaba 2026, currently underway in Cape Town, where President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered an impactful... 


Handling saturated material requires an understanding of moisture-driven flowability and Weba Chute Systems engineers these reclaimer chutes to prevent cohesive buildup in high humidity environments
Understanding of material and flow underpins Weba Chute Design
5th March 2026

The success of a custom engineered transfer chute begins with understanding how a specific material will behave at the transfer point - and then applying both scientific principles and practical... 


Bellville’s Award-Winning Buy-Back Centre is a New Model for South Africa’s Unemployment Crisis
4th March 2026

In a country where nearly 32% of people remain unemployed, a pioneering initiative in Bellville, Cape Town, is proving that innovation and inclusion can create real economic and environmental... 


Africa Positions Regeneration at the Heart of the Global Blue Economy Agenda
Africa Positions Regeneration at the Heart of the Global Blue Economy Agenda
4th March 2026

Ocean Innovation Africa (OIA), in partnership with eThekwini Municipality as host city, will hold its 2026 summit in Durban, from 23 to 25 March at the International Convention Centre. The Summit... 


Axis Communications 2026 Perspectives Report shows intelligent video shifting from surveillance to strategic business infrastructure
Axis Communications 2026 Perspectives Report shows intelligent video shifting from surveillance to strategic business infrastructure
4th March 2026

Axis Communications, the leading manufacturer of network security and surveillance solutions, has released its first annual Axis Perspectives Report. The publication brings together global... 


Stablecoin-powered card to unlock the economy for Africa’s unbanked
Stablecoin-powered card to unlock the economy for Africa’s unbanked
4th March 2026

 Lipaworld has launched a new stablecoin-powered payment card that allows Africans without traditional bank accounts to transact anywhere Visa cards are accepted, either virtually or in-store. This... 


AXIAN Telecom and AST SpaceMobile Partner to Deliver Direct-to-Device Space-Based Mobile Broadband Across Africa
4th March 2026

AXIAN Telecom, the parent company of a leading pan-African telecom group (Yas), today announced a partnership with AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS). AST SpaceMobile is building the first and... 


Africa Food Show 2026 returns amid Africa’s expanding $ 1 trillion food and beverage market
4th March 2026

Africa’s food and beverage sector is entering a defining growth phase. Valued at approximately $346 billion in 2024, the continent’s F&B market is projected to reach approximately $567 billion (R9... 


Schneider Electric Solidifies Employer of Choice Status Across Africa, Achieving Prestigious Top Employer 2026 Accolade with Outstanding Results
Schneider Electric Solidifies Employer of Choice Status Across Africa, Achieving Prestigious Top Employer 2026 Accolade with Outstanding Results
4th March 2026

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, proudly announces its recognition as a Top Employer 2026 in South Africa and its securing of the esteemed Blue Top Employer Seal for Africa.... 


Concor’s Socio-Economic Development programmes focus on building long-term capability by strengthening education, skills development and access to STEM learning
Concor’s SED strategy builds skills, strengthens communities and delivers lasting impact
4th March 2026

Through its well-considered Socio-Economic Development (SED) programmes, Concor helps deliver measurable long-term change - within the construction industry, across broader society and in the... 


Structured assessments of exciter gearboxes are conducted on arrival at the Sandvik Rock Processing Exciter Repair Facility to ensure accurate diagnosis and OEM-compliant refurbishment before work begins
In-house exciter repair underpins Sandvik’s screen lifecycle support
4th March 2026

Keeping screens productive and reliable is vital to mineral processing. To support this, Sandvik Rock Processing operates a dedicated Exciter Repair and Refurbishment Facility that ensures the... 


The Vertiv™ PowerBar Track double stack configuration delivers flexible overhead power distribution for modern compute environments
The Vertiv™ PowerBar Track double stack configuration delivers flexible overhead power distribution for modern compute environments
4th March 2026

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced the expansion of the Vertiv™ PowerBar Track busway family with the introduction of a compact, high-capacity... 


Rosond champions innovation and sustainability on World Engineering Day
Rosond champions innovation and sustainability on World Engineering Day
4th March 2026

(Virtual Showroom) As the world marks World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development on 4 March, leading drilling and exploration specialist Rosond reaffirms its commitment to engineering... 


CIPS Warns of Immediate Supply-Chain Shock for Southern Africa as Gulf Conflict Escalates
4th March 2026

South African businesses are facing an immediate supply-chain shock following military strikes on Iran and escalating instability in the Gulf region, according to the Chartered Institute of... 


CESA calls on industry to join the ‘Pioneering for Growth’ movement at Infrastructure Indaba
3rd March 2026

As South Africa faces mounting infrastructure challenges, from chronic maintenance backlogs and underinvestment to the increasing impacts of climate change, Consulting Engineers South Africa’s... 


Multi-million Rand Serenity Gardens Investment Signals a New Chapter for the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands
3rd March 2026

KwaZulu-Natal has always had the raw ingredients. Mountains. Coastline. Rolling hills. Game reserves. Zulu heritage. Battlefields. Warm water. Warm people. What it has not always had at scale are... 


Global Pioneer: Takealot's Groundbreaking ISO Achievement Sets New International Standard for Online Retail
3rd March 2026

Takealot today announced its groundbreaking achievement as one of the first retailers globally to simultaneously hold four major ISO certifications through an innovative Integrated Management... 


Hope Comes Closer to Home as Vedanta Zinc International and Northern Cape Provincial Government Open JF “Boeboe” van Wyk Oncology Centre
Hope Comes Closer to Home as Vedanta Zinc International and Northern Cape Provincial Government Open JF “Boeboe” van Wyk Oncology Centre
3rd March 2026

A new chapter in accessible healthcare has begun for the Northern Cape’s Namakwa District as Vedanta Zinc International (VZI), in partnership with the Northern Cape Provincial Government,... 


Don't miss the 5th annual Mine Security Conference
Don't miss the 5th annual Mine Security Conference
3rd March 2026

The explosion of illegal mining and its immeasurable economic and social effects have been at a critical point for many years. The annual Mine Security conference, hosted in Johannesburg, is one of... 


Global VC shifts beyond traditional tech hubs to emerging markets
3rd March 2026

A structural shift is underway in global venture capital, with investors increasingly turning to emerging markets as performance in traditional tech hubs moderates. According to Alison Collier, CEO... 


Western Cape Fruit Processors invests in Schneider Electric’s RM AirSeT to modernise and decarbonise power infrastructure
Western Cape Fruit Processors invests in Schneider Electric’s RM AirSeT to modernise and decarbonise power infrastructure
3rd March 2026

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, and trusted partner, Technoserve Medium Voltage have installed the award-winning RM AirSeT SF₆-free pure air medium voltage (MV) switchgear at... 


MacLean Engineering Secures $2.5 Million NRCan Investment for Battery-Electric Surface Mining Vehicle Innovation
MacLean Engineering Secures $2.5 Million NRCan Investment for Battery-Electric Surface Mining Vehicle Innovation
3rd March 2026

MacLean Engineering (“MacLean”) today announced that Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) has committed $2.5 million in funding to support the company’s battery-electric vehicle (BEV) research and... 


Guy Fitt, National Sales Manager at Tru-Trac
Tru-Trac targets hidden costs of misalignment and slippage
3rd March 2026

Conveyor belt misalignment and roller slippage remain among the most persistent and costly problems in mining and bulk materials handling operations. While these issues are often treated as... 


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