South Africa is set to undergo a significant transformation in its electricity market with the introduction of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM), which aims to establish a... 

State-owned power utility Eskom’s ambitious plan to expand South Africa’s transmission network, which includes the roll-out of 14 000 km of new power lines over the next decade, is expected to... 

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... 

As AI becomes more embedded in legal work, the ethical obligations deepen. Law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) says lawyers must understand the tools they use and stay updated on their... 

Aachen High Shear Reactor technology, predominantly used in the gold extraction process, has grown in popularity, as evidenced by commercial minerals processing and metallurgical testwork company... 

As part of its partnership in Germany’s Economic Affairs and Climate Action Ministry-funded  ESCO research project, heat exchange solutions developer Kelvion will develop “cutting-edge” 3D printed... 

AI is evolving at an unprecedented pace, transforming industries and reshaping technological infrastructure. However, according to global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity... 

Amid the mining drill bit market experiencing growth driven by increased mining activities and demand for minerals, price competitiveness remains a key consideration for quarrying, mining and... 

Extending the lifespan of its existing rigs, ensuring maximum uptime and delivering consistent performances in the drilling sector are key focus areas for geotechnical and exploration drilling... 

Heavy-duty slurry pump manufacturer Schurco Slurry has developed its presence in South Africa’s tailings transfer/retreatment and storage facilities (TSFs) sector owing to its expert engineering,... 

The mining industry relies on precise, durable equipment to extract resources from challenging environments. Unexpected equipment failures can lead to downtime, safety risks and increased costs. To... 

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... 

Ardagh Glass Packaging-South Africa has introduced five MAN dual-fuel trucks to its fleet. The performance-based standards (PBS) smart trucks – abnormal-load vehicles – will strengthen the... 

AI is set to play a crucial role in improving efficiency and turnaround times, and in addressing key challenges in sectors such as healthcare and agriculture, particularly in underserved areas.... 

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... 

JSE-listed coal and energy group Exxaro Resources and State-owned electricity producer Eskom have announced they will collaborate on research initiatives and projects to reduce carbon emissions and... 

Gold Candle Ltd., a Canadian exploration company, has significantly accelerated its decision-making, improved team collaboration, and brought new levels of efficiency to its geological workflows.... 

LESEDI is excited to announce a game-changing partnership with CASTLET UK, an internationally recognized leader, and specialise in the design and manufacturing of advanced power supply and control... 

South African platinum group metals (PGM) companies have been invited to become part of a programme that is targeting an initial 1.7-million-ounce increase in demand for palladium, a PGM that... 

Exploration company Premium Resources has unveiled an aggressive six-month strategy to accelerate development of its critical metals projects in Botswana, as it targets rapid growth through deep... 

Using spiral groove technology, the Upstream Pumping (USP) mechanical seals from Gauteng-based John Crane are designed to provide reliable, high-pressure seals for pump systems operating in... 

With the gold price rallying to record highs, gold explorer and miner TRX Gold is progressing its flagship Buckreef gold project, in Tanzania, by optimising the mine’s existing 2 000 t/d plant to... 

As its first deployment to Tanzania, a containerised Aachen testwork laboratory is being supplied to a mining client in the country by mineral processing technology company Maelgwyn Mineral... 

Gold major Barrick is leveraging its $4.25-billion investment into the Tanzania-based Twiga Minerals Corporation – a joint venture (JV) between it and the Tanzanian government – to further progress... 

Despite reduced loadshedding, power reliability concerns in South Africa persist. Consequently, solar solutions company Blockpower seeks to address the need for reliable, sustainable power through... 

Leading lubricants manufacturer and supplier FUCHS LUBRICANTS South Africa introduced customers to its new expanded Isando, Ekurhuleni facility during a customer day in February. FUCHS LUBRICANTS... 

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... 

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.... 

The manufacturing sector in KwaZulu-Natal is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and the need for more sustainable production methods. However, to remain competitive, businesses... 

ASX-listed Green Technology Metals has released an optimised preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for its Root lithium project in Canada's Ontario, showing improved economics and a clearer path... 

South African diversified mining and minerals company African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) has re-introduced its Technical Services division, which will be headed up by Thando Mkatshana as CEO. The... 

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... 

As part of its Decadal Plan 2022 to 2032 to support the commercialisation of intellectual property (IP) and increase collaboration in the business sector, the Department of Science, Technology and... 

Contrary to reputations as noisy and dirty, generators are a key part of modern energy supplies. There are clear signs when loadshedding resurfaces in South Africa. Complaints fill message groups,... 

Nasdaq- and TSX-V-listed enCore Energy has reported its strongest production month to date at the Alta Mesa in-situ recovery (ISR) uranium plant in Texas, as the US-based uranium company continues... 

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... 

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Today’s mineral processing companies face almost-universal challenges, efficiently managing resources and high... 

Johannesburg-based dewatering pump specialist IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) has again extended its reach into Africa, supplying equipment to a global customer in the oil and gas sector who is... 

JSE- and NYSE-listed Gold Fields has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Decarbonising Mining Awards 2025 category for ‘Excellence in Decarbonisation Strategy and Implementation by a Mining... 

Copper mining company Kamoa Copper has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with CrossBoundary Energy for the provision of baseload renewable energy to the Kamoa-Kakula Copper mining complex, in... 

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric  Buildings are by its very nature energy intensive.  Fortunately, there are well-known solutions that allow businesses and facility... 

Flowsheet technology and service provider FLS’s MissionZero strategy drives innovation to enhance mining sustainability by reducing emissions, energy use and water consumption while boosting...