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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.

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... 


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... 


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... 


Disclosure Clauses: A Cornerstone of Risk Integrity in Insurance
Disclosure Clauses: A Cornerstone of Risk Integrity in Insurance
3rd March 2026

Virtually every short-term insurance policy contains a Disclosure Notice or Disclosure Clause. This principle is equally applicable   in the Life Insurance Industry, although the wording and... 


Fidelity SecureFire rolls out in George to strengthen Fire Response across South Africa
2nd March 2026

Fidelity Services Group is proud to announce that as part of its national roll out, Fidelity SecureFire, South Africa’s leading subscription-based private fire response network, is now live in... 


Repeat or Evolve: A Strategic Imperative for Industrial Leaders
Repeat or Evolve: A Strategic Imperative for Industrial Leaders
2nd March 2026

In business, as in life, organisations face a constant choice: repeat or evolve. Most default to what feels familiar - established processes, legacy systems, historical reporting structures. Yet... 


Dube TradePort backs annual SAPICS Conference as a Silver sponsor
Dube TradePort backs annual SAPICS Conference as a Silver sponsor
2nd March 2026

The 2026 SAPICS Conference, which takes place in Cape Town from 19 to 22 July 2026, is a milestone gathering as it also marks SAPICS’s 60th anniversary. The conference has attracted strong industry... 


Linking the golden thread of education – Prisma strengthens pathways from training to higher learning
2nd March 2026

Prisma Training Solutions has taken a significant step toward strengthening South Africa’s mining skills pipeline by formalising the link between Further Education and Training (FET) and Higher... 


ALCO-Safe becomes the first privately owned laboratory SANAS-Accredited for breathalyser calibration
ALCO-Safe becomes the first privately owned laboratory SANAS-Accredited for breathalyser calibration
2nd March 2026

In South Africa’s safety-critical industries, a single breathalyser reading can carry serious consequences - from removing a worker from a site to defending a dismissal at the CCMA. Yet workplace... 


Discarded glass bottles are converted into marketable cullet, generating income while significantly reducing the volume of waste sent to landfill
Turning glass waste into sustainable value
2nd March 2026

Glass is one of the most recyclable materials in the world, yet in South Africa too much of it still ends up in landfill. Every discarded bottle or jar represents not just waste but a missed... 


David Claassen, Managing Director of Trafo Power Solutions, continues to drive the company’s growth in supplying customised dry-type transformer solutions
Trafo Power Solutions delivers future-ready electrical infrastructure for evolving mine needs
2nd March 2026

The ability to design and scale electrical infrastructure for mines’ changing needs has become a critical competitive advantage for Trafo Power Solutions, allowing customers to avoid costly... 


 AFSA International Aluminium Conference 2026 Concludes with Groundbreaking Insights and Global Collaboration
AFSA International Aluminium Conference 2026 Concludes with Groundbreaking Insights and Global Collaboration
2nd March 2026

The Aluminium Federation of South Africa (AFSA) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the AFSA International Aluminium Conference 2026, held on 25–26 February at The Maslow Hotel, Sandton.... 


Innovation, Automation and Sustainability to take centre stage in West Africa
Innovation, Automation and Sustainability to take centre stage in West Africa
2nd March 2026

Nigeria remains one of Africa’s most dynamic economic hubs, with a large and youthful consumer base driving demand across food and beverage, personal care, pharmaceuticals and e-commerce. That... 


Strategic transformation to new brand brings focus on systems back to centre stage
Strategic transformation to new brand brings focus on systems back to centre stage
27th February 2026

The HELUKABEL Group takes an important step in its strategic development: the specialists in electrical connection technology may now be found on the market under a new brand name—HELU. Giving... 


Menstrual Care Campaign supports Missionvale Primary learners in Gqeberha
Menstrual Care Campaign supports Missionvale Primary learners in Gqeberha
27th February 2026

100 learners at Missionvale Primary School in Gqeberha are now better equipped to manage their menstrual health with dignity and confidence, following Engen’s 2026 Menstrual Care Campaign... 


SEEPEX BN Pumps with Smart Joint Access Enhance Efficiency in Rock Blasting Operations
SEEPEX BN Pumps with Smart Joint Access Enhance Efficiency in Rock Blasting Operations
27th February 2026

SEEPEX has introduced BN pumps with Smart Joint Access (SJA), engineered for the reliable and precise transfer of abrasive, corrosive, and chemical media in mining and construction. Designed for... 


Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026 Charts a Course from Vision to Viability
27th February 2026

The Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026 has opened its doors in Cape Town, marking a pivotal moment in the continent's economic trajectory. Convening a powerful coalition of policymakers,... 


AARTO delays aside, traffic enforcement is tightening
AARTO delays aside, traffic enforcement is tightening
27th February 2026

While uncertainty remains around AARTO’s implementation timeline, South African motorists are being warned that unpaid traffic fines are becoming harder to ignore due to advances in enforcement... 


Standard Bank Invites Media to Launch of Africa Trade Barometer
26th February 2026

In a macroeconomic environment that continues to be shaped by shifting geopolitical dynamics, new tariff regimes and the reconfiguration of established trade routes - Africa’s role in the global... 


SACCI Media Statement: Budget Speech 2026
26th February 2026

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) notes the budget presentation by the Minister of Finance.  Under the difficult economic circumstances, the Minister tried to find balance... 


National budget review
26th February 2026

Despite the complexities of governing under a nascent Government of National Unity (GNU) and fresh off last year's dramatic fiscal hiccup, when coalition tensions over a proposed value-added tax... 


BUDGET 2026: Things have changed, even if it feels like nothing has – now is the time to act
26th February 2026

Therese Grobler, Head of Wealth Management at Momentum Financial Planning, cautions that Budget 2026 demands informed action, not passive optimism Budget 2026 may feel uneventful. Proposed tax... 


BUDGET 2026: Things have changed, even if it feels like nothing has – now is the time to act
BUDGET 2026: Things have changed, even if it feels like nothing has – now is the time to act
26th February 2026

Therese Grobler, Head of Wealth Management at Momentum Financial Planning, cautions that Budget 2026 demands informed action, not passive optimism Budget 2026 may feel uneventful. Proposed tax... 


South African Telescopes to Follow-Up Rubin Observatory Alerts This Week
26th February 2026

The Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) is about to begin observing selected astronomical alerts issued by the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, marking an important step in South Africa’s... 


Schneider Electric to Advance Energy Technology to Power Intelligence at Innovation Summit Middle East & Africa
Schneider Electric to Advance Energy Technology to Power Intelligence at Innovation Summit Middle East & Africa
26th February 2026

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today announced that the second edition of the Innovation Summit Middle East & Africa will be held in Abu Dhabi from April 28–29, 2026. The... 


SARS welcomes the revised revenue estimate for the 2025/26 fiscal year
26th February 2026

The Commissioner for the South African Revenue Service (SARS), Edward Kieswetter, welcomes the revised revenue estimate presented by the Honourable Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana. SARS will... 


Mineral price gains boost tax collections and reinforce mining’s economic role
26th February 2026

The Minerals Council South Africa notes that the National Budget presented by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday was delivered on the back of key milestones achieved for the South... 


BLSA welcomes credible 2026 Budget as growth returns, debt stabilises and reform momentum builds
26th February 2026

BLSA congratulates Minister Godongwana on delivering a credible and pragmatic budget that tackles the country’s core challenges and reiterates the government's commitment to structural reforms.... 


Budget 2026 Delivers SME Relief as VAT Threshold Increases to R2.3 Million
Budget 2026 Delivers SME Relief as VAT Threshold Increases to R2.3 Million
26th February 2026

South Africa’s 2026 National Budget has delivered targeted relief for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including a significant increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) registration... 


SEIFSA members briefing note on budget 2026
26th February 2026

The purpose of this briefing note is to provide SEIFSA members with a focused assessment of Budget 2026, concentrating on those elements most relevant to the metals and engineering sector. Rather... 


SAPVIA welcomes infrastructure focus in 2026 Budget; Calls for accelerated support for solar PV and grid expansion
SAPVIA welcomes infrastructure focus in 2026 Budget; Calls for accelerated support for solar PV and grid expansion
26th February 2026

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) welcomes the strong focus on infrastructure investment, energy reform and private sector participation in the 2026 Budget Speech... 


The budget, road freight logistics and the consumer – what does it really mean?
The budget, road freight logistics and the consumer – what does it really mean?
26th February 2026

1.        Taxpayers The Road Freight Association (RFA) notes that the planned additional R20 billion to be taken from individual taxpayers has been dropped – thank goodness for that. This is only... 


Engen’s ‘We Care Campaign’ brings dignity and confidence to Wittedrift Primary learners
Engen’s ‘We Care Campaign’ brings dignity and confidence to Wittedrift Primary learners
26th February 2026

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape – 24 February 2026 – 100 learners at Wittedrift Primary School in Plettenberg Bay are now better equipped to manage their health with dignity and confidence, following... 


Toronto to host global mineral sector for PDAC 2026, March 1–4
26th February 2026

Toronto, Ontario (Feb. 24, 2026) – The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) will bring together the mineral exploration and mining community in Toronto for its 94th annual... 


2026 National Budget Signals Path to Growth, Fiscal Stability and Effective Delivery, says DCG Chief Economist
26th February 2026

Don Consultancy Group has welcomed the 2026 National Budget presented by Enoch Godongwana, describing it as a balanced and reform-driven framework that strengthens fiscal stability, promotes... 


Operation Phumelela Welcomes Landmark Budget Reforms to Restore South Africa's Financial Centre Competitiveness
26th February 2026

National Treasury announces Synthetic Financial Centre and capital markets reforms to bring financial activity back onshore Operation Phumelela welcomes today's Budget announcement of a Synthetic... 


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