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Creamer Media’s Mining Weekly presents Business Thought Leadership. This is a platform for unsolicited opinion articles written by various thought leaders on topical issues affecting the South African economy and the business environment. Creamer Media retains the right not to publish unsolicited opinion articles, as well as to remove articles from the platform. The opinions expressed are not those of Creamer Media.

The future of African banking runs on clean, reliable and efficient power
16th September 2025

By: Evershree Mathadeen - Channel Director, Secure Power at Schneider Electric Africa’s banking landscape continues to undergo some exciting change, fuelled by regulatory reform, population growth... 


The Importance of ‘Mining’ Facts and Data in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Arena
The Importance of ‘Mining’ Facts and Data in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Arena
15th September 2025

By: Gary Chomse - regional director, Central-Southern Africa at Vertiv As with all modern industries, the oil and gas sector globally is under pressure to embrace the critical convergence of... 


Decarbonisation and South Africa as we move further into the 21st Century
15th September 2025

By: Prof. Gordon Smith (Pr Eng, PhD) - Past President of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Advisor/Non Executive Director (Virtual Showroom) The SAIMM International PGM... 


Unlocking CPG growth with strategic, digital transformation
Unlocking CPG growth with strategic, digital transformation
10th September 2025

By: Allaster Sibanda - Digital Transformation Consultant, Industrial Software at Schneider Electric  There is a race to capture the most value from digital and AI.  And whilst many industries are... 


South Africa needs to inspire the next generation of engineers to nurture a vibrant and sustainable engineering workforce
South Africa needs to inspire the next generation of engineers to nurture a vibrant and sustainable engineering workforce
10th September 2025

By: Janine James - Organisational Development and Learning Manager at Multotec In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the engineering field faces the critical challenge of a... 


The problem with South Africa’s draft Mineral Resources Development Bill
8th September 2025

By: Shahil Singh - Legal Advisor at The Green Connection As the world turned its eyes to Addis Ababa for the Africa Climate Summit and with South Africa in the process of formulating its Nationally... 


Simplicity, scalability, and sustainability – SaaS energy management for small business
Simplicity, scalability, and sustainability – SaaS energy management for small business
4th September 2025

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric Retail and franchising are fast paced; a world where margins are tight and expectations sky-high. For those small-format retail... 


The best of both – hybrid DCS for an evolving industrial landscape
The best of both – hybrid DCS for an evolving industrial landscape
3rd September 2025

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Today’s industrial automation continues to evolve at a blistering speed which means traditional Distributed Control... 


Tanzania’s energy future is built on stable growth and digital innovation
Tanzania’s energy future is built on stable growth and digital innovation
1st September 2025

By: Josiah Habwe - General Manager for Tanzania & Uganda, Energy Business at Schneider Electric                     Tanzania is entering a new energy era, and an exciting one at that. With the full... 


South Africa’s journey to smart, greener transport
26th August 2025

By: Andrés Diaz - Vice President, Power Systems, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric South Africa like it peers across the globe is making some noteworthy stride in establishing an economy... 


Africa’s mineral wealth and digital transformation – Schneider Electric drives a new era for mining, metals, and minerals
Africa’s mineral wealth and digital transformation – Schneider Electric drives a new era for mining, metals, and minerals
21st August 2025

By: Paul Steyn, Project Manager Lead – Field Services, Schneider Electric Africa, often dubbed the ‘world’s mineral hub,’ holds 30% of the globe’s mineral resources and 19% of the reserves of... 


 Humanoid robots - the ex machina is alive and working
Humanoid robots - the ex machina is alive and working
20th August 2025

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric  What is a humanoid?  It is something that has a human-like appearance, therefore, a head, torso, arms, legs, thus... 


Tackling Non-Revenue Water with digital precision
Tackling Non-Revenue Water with digital precision
18th August 2025

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric In a recent report by eThekwini Water and Sanitation (EWS), non-revenue water (NRW) accounts for 238,172... 


GenAI – reimagining the factory floor, today and tomorrow
GenAI – reimagining the factory floor, today and tomorrow
12th August 2025

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric The world of manufacturing is driven by automation, efficiency and digitisation.  And now we have Generative AI (GenAI)... 


Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
8th August 2025

By; Lebo Ntsane - MMM Segment Service Sales Lead – Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa Industries are facing a critical shortage of skilled technicians, especially for maintaining ageing... 


BMS – the heartbeat of West Africa’s rapid and intelligent buildings growth
BMS – the heartbeat of West Africa’s rapid and intelligent buildings growth
4th August 2025

By: Ajibola Akindele - Country President, Nigeria, Schneider Electric West Africa West Africa continues to experience phenomenal growth; in fact, in according to research and visualisation mapping... 


The secret to mining contractor management success in Africa’s emerging markets
The secret to mining contractor management success in Africa’s emerging markets
21st July 2025

By: Claudene Ahnoop - Chief Operating Officer at KBC Health and Safety and Roscoe Bremer, Business Development Executive International companies expanding into Africa’s emerging markets often... 


Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
21st July 2025

By: Kshitij Batra - Senior Vice President, International Hub, Power Products at Schneider Electric If good intentions were enough to decarbonise the planet, our climate goals might not be slipping... 


Not an afterthought – integrating healthcare technology at the very beginning
Not an afterthought – integrating healthcare technology at the very beginning
16th July 2025

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric Today’s modern healthcare facilities have, respectfully, moved beyond bricks, mortar and medical equipment to now include... 


Unearthing Africa's mining potential: the case for South African training companies as local partners
Unearthing Africa's mining potential: the case for South African training companies as local partners
10th July 2025

By: Jacques Farmer - Managing Director at PRISMA Training  The current geopolitical landscape, marked by increasing unpredictability in US foreign policy and shifting global trade dynamics in 2025,... 


Skills gaps threaten sustainable growth and progress in Namibia’s mining sector
Skills gaps threaten sustainable growth and progress in Namibia’s mining sector
9th July 2025

By: Julien Karambua - Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia is poised to become a key supplier in the global energy transition with discoveries of critical minerals like lithium,... 


Africa’s pragmatic approach to AI and how data centres are enabling it
Africa’s pragmatic approach to AI and how data centres are enabling it
2nd July 2025

By: Ben Selier - Vice President, Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric As with all things in life, there’s initial fanfare which eventually tapers into a more realistic, even... 


Machine vision, now in 4D
Machine vision, now in 4D
26th June 2025

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric What is machine vision? By definition, it allows automated systems to “see” the real world; an ocular implant for... 


Prefabricated data centres for an AI-focused future at the edge
20th June 2025

By Ben Selier, Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric As AI technologies continue to advance, data centres are being pushed to the edge, literally and figuratively,... 


Reinventing data centre design: critical changes to meet surging demand
Reinventing data centre design: critical changes to meet surging demand
11th June 2025

By: Faith Waithaka - Cloud and Service Provider Segment Sales Lead: Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric AI technologies are pushing the boundaries of what is possible which, in turn, is... 


Prioritising air quality, is prioritising health
Prioritising air quality, is prioritising health
9th June 2025

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric When we think about ‘healthy buildings’, healthcare facilities need to be to the healthiest of them all. Today, hospital operators... 


No one should be left behind – why utilities must prioritise maintenance of SA’s remote data centres
No one should be left behind – why utilities must prioritise maintenance of SA’s remote data centres
3rd June 2025

By: Ben Selier - Vice President, Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The story of power generation is more than meets the eye. Beyond energy distribution and the infrastructure... 


Schneider Electric’s Five-Pillar Strategy takes the guesswork out of equipment lifecycle management
Schneider Electric’s Five-Pillar Strategy takes the guesswork out of equipment lifecycle management
26th May 2025

By: Nontu Mkhize - Offer Marketing Manager: Power Services and Industry - Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric Schneider Electric’s Field Service Cycle, otherwise known as the Five-Pillar... 


The APC of the IRP
The APC of the IRP
20th May 2025

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric South Africa’s newest iteration of its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP 2023) serves as a strategic blueprint to... 


Why asset tracking is key to driving operational excellence and sustainable growth
Why asset tracking is key to driving operational excellence and sustainable growth
19th May 2025

By: Sarika Andhee - Marketing Leader: Field Service at Schneider Electric Asset tracking plays a critical role in the success of industrial businesses. By effectively managing and monitoring... 


Ben Selier, VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
As load shedding looms, UPS systems are key to keeping SA’s automotive industry up and running
15th May 2025

By Ben Selier, VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric With the persistent threat of load shedding, South Africa’s automotive sector could face new disruptions, as production... 


Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Johan Potgieter,
Digital twins in manufacturing – design, optimise and expand
14th May 2025

By Johan Potgieter, Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Digital twin technology can help create better products, fast.  It can transform the work of product development too.  A... 


The invaluable role of process automation in West Africa’s mining industry
The invaluable role of process automation in West Africa’s mining industry
9th May 2025

By: Belema Koleoso - Territory Technical Lead, Process Automation at Schneider Electric West Africa Today, the West African mining industry serves as an all-important driver in the region’s... 


A skills revolution is needed to drive a cleaner, greener mining industry in South Africa
A skills revolution is needed to drive a cleaner, greener mining industry in South Africa
9th May 2025

By: Jacques Farmer - Managing Director of PRISMA Training Solutions Historically, mining has always had a big impact on the environment. But now, with new technology and a global push for... 


Condition-based maintenance can revolutionise business continuity in the digital age
Condition-based maintenance can revolutionise business continuity in the digital age
29th April 2025

By: Nontu Mkhize - Offer Marketing Manager: Power Services and Industry - Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric As businesses experience growing pressure to enhance operational efficiency and... 


As load shedding remains a reality in SA, microgrids can manage backup energy systems effectively and efficiently
As load shedding remains a reality in SA, microgrids can manage backup energy systems effectively and efficiently
23rd April 2025

By: Anoop Hariparsad - Digital Energy Business Unit Leader at Schneider Electric Load shedding remains a significant challenge in South Africa, making backup systems such as solar panels,... 


Driving a new design: Addressing the cooling needs of the modern data centre
Driving a new design: Addressing the cooling needs of the modern data centre
15th April 2025

By: Ben Selier - VP of Secure Power for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The rise in hardware density in data centres is gaining speed and is largely driven by the demands of Artificial... 


Doubling down on sustainability commitments: six practical solutions to meet the AI challenge
Doubling down on sustainability commitments: six practical solutions to meet the AI challenge
9th April 2025 By: Dimpho Madiba

By: Ben Selier - Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The best time to plant a tree, the old saying goes, was 20 years ago, and the second-best time is today. The... 


Automation, is it 2049 already?
Automation, is it 2049 already?
8th April 2025

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric Renowned trend forecaster and designer, Li Edelkoort said: "We will design out of hope and not out of fear.” A quote... 


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