Renewable energy project developer Sungrow will build a 233 MW solar PV plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for commercial and industry energy investment company CrossBoundary Energy,... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has today unveiled its world-leading portfolio of end-to-end liquid cooling solutions for... 

Canadian explorer Cornish Metals has completed an updated preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for its South Crofty tin project, in Cornwall, UK, confirming robust economics for what could become... 

Scandinavian gold producer Akobo Minerals, which is ramping up development at its Segele mine, in Ethiopia, has reported revenues of SKr9.6-million for the second quarter of this year. The company... 

A targeted 600 MW pipeline of solar and wind projects has been developed by platinum group metals (PGMs) and gold mining company Sibanye-Stillwater which, combined with other energy management... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events Experienced mining equipment executives Denis Orlov and Dominic te Wierik say many organisations are playing a long game in mining in... 

The Trump administration will expand coal mine leasing on federal lands and provide hundreds of millions of dollars to support more coal-fired power generation, officials said on Monday. The plan... 

ASX- and JSE-listed coal exploration and mining company MC Mining has reported a significantly widened after-tax loss of $36-million for the financial year ended June 30, compared with a... 

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has launched a market inquiry into the impact of fixed charges being levied by Eskom and municipal electricity distributors, which it claims... 

Unit 6 at Kusile power station has officially entered into commercial operation, which Eskom says marks the end of its multi-decade build programme – one which experienced well-publicised delays,... 

LONGi, a leading solar energy company, recently participated in the Energy Forum for Africa (EFFA) conference in Zambia, that took place in middle of September, showcasing its commitment to... 

While congestion curtailment may offer short-term relief, successful delivery of the Transmission Development Plan (TDP) will determine whether the country meets its renewable energy ambitions. In... 

Key hydrogen systems laboratories will go live next month in China, where rapid growth is reported in the platinum-catalysed proton exchange membrane (PEM) green hydrogen technology that is poised... 

South Africa’s mining industry remains a cornerstone of the economy, but it is entering a period of accelerated transition, with stakeholders urging greater policy certainty, technological... 

Global energy company bp has added to its latest ‘Energy Outlook’ publication a section on important current issues influencing the global energy system, such as geopolitical fragmentation and the... 

Australian miner Fortescue is experiencing strong interest in its decarbonisation-related offerings, executive chairman Andrew Forrest said in an interview, as he challenged US President Donald... 

Eskom and its generation and grid dynamics will likely be a key talking point at this year's Joburg Indaba, says professional services and auditing firm PwC Africa energy, utilities and resources... 

Embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies in a comprehensive business framework has enabled platinum group metals (PGMs) producer Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) to... 

The Joburg Indaba provides a vital platform for “frank and necessary” conversations about the future of South Africa’s mining industry, says Minerals Council South Africa CEO Mzila Mthenjane. The... 

Having been established in late 2022 at the height of South Africa’s electricity crisis, the Energy Council of South Africa’s initial focus was almost singular: partner with government and Eskom to... 

The most urgent challenge for the wind industry is unlocking grid capacity, but the complete unbundling of State-owned transmission company the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA)... 

This week we profile Alistair Bennett, MD of SkyJacks, a specialist in the hire, sales and service of a comprehensive range of access, lifting and handling equipment.  

With wind energy becoming a key pillar in the transition to renewable energy, Midrand-based crane rental agency Concord Cranes regional director Richard Reid notes that, while wind turbines appear... 

A stable, affordable and sustainable electricity supply remains South Africa’s most urgent priority. This urgency is sharply felt by the wind industry where there is a need to unlock grid capacity,... 

The Minerals Council South Africa, whose 70 member companies and associations represent more than 90% of South African yearly mineral production by value, is at the forefront of advocating for an... 

Having been established in late 2022 at the height of South Africa’s electricity crisis, the Energy Council of South Africa’s initial focus was almost singular: partner with government and Eskom to... 

Engineering News & Mining Weekly has canvassed business leaders for their opinions on the priorities for South Africa’s electricity sector, as well as what role the Energy Council of South Africa... 

Accelerating the expansion and modernisation of South Africa’s national transmission grid is a critical priority and we fully support the collaborative work being driven by the Energy Council of... 

The last few years have seen a phenomenal growth of utility-scale, renewable energy (RE) solutions being implemented for mines in South Africa. While no specific values have been published, it is... 

Energy reform is no longer a theoretical debate. With the mounting threats on South Africa’s commercial and industrial energy users, it is a matter of national competitiveness, industrial growth... 

South Africa's mining sector has always been central to the country's economic story, and today, it is equally central to its energy future. The mining industry's heavy reliance on electricity, its... 

 Company earnings could fall by as much as 25% over five years due to nature degradation, Barclays said, as rising input costs and operational disruptions driven by policy changes and worsening... 

The rapid rise of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) services is driving increased demand for cloud computing — and by extension, data centres. As AI workloads expand globally, Africa is... 

We are thrilled to share that the Energy Intensive Users Group of Southern Africa (EIUG) and VUKA Group are continuing their dynamic partnership to co-host the EIUG Conference and C&I Energy +... 

VUKA Group has unveiled the comprehensive programme for the C&I Energy + Storage Summit, set to take place on 4-5 November 2025 at The Maslow Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg. The summit aims to... 

The North West province of South Africa sits on a bedrock of riches. From platinum to chrome, vanadium to gold, the region is among the most mineral-endowed in the world. Yet its communities remain... 

Through the layout optimisation intervention support provided by the National Foundry Technology Network (NFTN), a Boksburg foundry, with a legacy spanning over seven decades, will continue... 

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has announced the East African availability of its motor control technology, the... 

Through the GIBB and Knight Piésold Joint Venture (GKP JV) appointed for the water conveyance infrastructure component of Phase 1 of the uMkhomazi Water Project (uMWP-1), the member firms have... 

By: Richard Roberts - Editorial Director, Beacon Events “We operate at the intersection of geology, engineering and geopolitics,” says one of the six tech firms chosen by London-based Founders... 

A stable and reliable transmission network is the backbone of any modern energy system, connecting producers to consumers, balancing supply and demand, and enabling the integration of new... 

Fourteen young people living with disabilities from Witbank have taken their first steps towards running their own businesses thanks to Engen’s New Venture Creation Learnership. Launched in...