As the industrial sector undergoes rapid digital transformation, conveyor systems - once regarded as passive infrastructure - are emerging as intelligent data sources. Shaun Blumberg, COO of... 

Significant progress is being made on Concor’s major refurbishment project at The View, an existing section of Fourways Mall that borders Witkoppen and Cedar Roads. The project forms part of a... 

By: Nishandra Baijnath - Systems Architect, Digital Automation at Schneider Electric Industry’s very nature sees it producing significant amounts of waste, whether it’s heat from furnaces and... 

Africa's mining sector stands at a critical juncture. As operations scale up to meet global demand, the need for high-capacity, mobile equipment that combines productivity with compliance has never... 

Digital payments for overtime and meeting production targets and as safety incentives are transforming the way in which mining companies reward and engage employees, improving efficiency and... 

Diversified gold major Gold Fields has made significant progress in strengthening its safety culture through its partnership with mining technology company Hexagon, says Gold Fields Ghana asset... 

Balancing safety, productivity and profitability has always been a “defining challenge” in deep-level mining, but the mining stope – the core of underground operations – has long remained invisible... 

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s fluid technology services include solutions for fuel and industrial filtration systems, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication, hydraulic hose and fittings, as... 

A new dust collector control solution, the Contura Pulse Controller, which will be equipped with the company’s iCue Connected Technology, is being launched by Industrial filter products and... 

Aligned with  sustainability trends, South African fabricators are moving beyond commitments toward measurable implementation in applying circularity and life-cycle design principles, ensuring they... 

Following the shutdown of local refinery production, independent bulk liquid storage providers FFS Tank Terminals’ recently completed R370-million bitumen import storage facility at Maydon Wharf,... 

The Municipal Capability and Partnership Programme (MCPP) has transformed water service delivery in the municipalities where South African mining group Kumba Iron Ore operates. The MCPP was... 

With almost three centuries of combined industrial gearbox applications experience, David Brown Santasalo (DBS) designs, engineers and manufactures tailor-made mechanical power transmission... 

Surge Copper has moved its Berg project into full prefeasibility study design and cost work. 

Reko Diq will be a multigenerational mine with a life of at least 37 years. The contemplated mine plan is based on four porphyry deposits within Barrick Gold’s land package.  

The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have signed a memorandum of understanding that establishes a framework for collaboration aimed at promoting responsible production and... 

The International Mining Congress of Morocco (IMC 2025) closed its second day of high-level discussions with strong commitments to advancing African industrial sovereignty, strengthening ESG... 

(Virtual Showroom) The 2025 MineSafe Conference, held from 19–21 November 2025 at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, once again united the mining sector in a shared commitment to reducing harm,... 

By: Canninah Dladla - Cluster President for English-speaking Africa at Schneider Electric Benjamin Franklin famously said: "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest”. This could not... 

Kobold expands measurement capabilities for neutral and aggressive media in small and large process manufacturing plants. "The global market for magnetic-inductive flow meters is stable, with sales... 

Schneider Electric, the leader in energy technology, today unveiled new global research titled“Open vs. Closed: The $11.28M Question for Industrial Leaders.” The report reveals that closed... 

By Anoop Hariparsad, Offer Marketing Manager, MGRID, MEA at Schneider Electric Buildings are no longer passive consumers of power; edifices of almost every size are evolving into dynamic energy... 

The commitment of one of the largest black-empowered businesses listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) to transition towards a low-carbon future while continuing to meet current energy... 

Australia's Native Mineral Resources (NMR) has surpassed 1 000 oz of refined gold output at its Blackjack operation in Queensland, marking its transition to a steady-state gold producer. Since... 

The Mineworkers Development Agency (MDA) and its partners Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA), Sibanye-Stillwater and the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) have launched a new digital... 

Wits University has been recognised as the top-ranked university in Sub-Saharan Africa for innovation performance in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII). Published by the World Intellectual... 

A squeeze in global copper markets will tighten again next year, pushing up prices of concentrate and refined metal to new highs, the head of metals research at commodity trader Mercuria said on... 

ASX-listed Minbos Resources on Wednesday announced a shift in its development strategy for the Cabinda phosphate project in Angola, outlining a lower-capital expenditure “accelerated start” that... 

The Morocco International Mining Congress (IMC 2025) officially opened yesterday, initiating two days of strategic dialogue, ministerial engagement, and high-level collaboration under the theme... 

By: Mark Freeman, Offer Manager - Digital Buildings, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric  There’s a lot to be said about circumventing a cookie cutter approach. Yes, metrics and frameworks are... 

Facilities Management Expo 2026 will return to Gallagher Convention Centre from 2 to 4 June, once again forming part of South Africa’s leading co-located industry events. Running alongside Securex... 

Firexpo 2026 returns to Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 2 to 4 June, once again co-located with Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, and Facilities Management Expo. For the first time, the... 

A-OSH EXPO 2026 returns to Gallagher Convention Centre from 2 to 4 June 2026, bringing together Africa’s most comprehensive showcase of occupational health and safety solutions. The expo will once... 

Securex South Africa 2026 will return to Gallagher Convention Centre from 2 to 4 June 2026, bringing together the most influential brands, buyers, and thinkers in the security, safety, and built... 

With the festive season approaching, many South Africans are planning their holidays, getting ready to travel to beaches, mountains, winelands and wildlife attractions. Holiday hotspots around the... 

By: Praveen Baijnath - Rand Refinery CEO As the world reflects on the G20 in South Africa and other global challenges, it is fitting that we consider the integrity of global value chains —... 

The critical climate negotiations at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, are underscoring the urgent need to translate global ambition into tangible investment and action. This imperative resonates directly... 

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has announced the winners of the 2025 President’s Awards. The winner of the prestigious IT Personality of the Year award... 

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Enough cannot be said about both the historical and current importance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS)... 

ASX-listed Element 25 is progressing its Butcherbird Expansion Project (BBX) in Western Australia, with engineering, contracting and funding activities advancing as the company works towards... 

The outcomes of the recent G20 Leaders’ Summit have placed a spotlight on one of the most pressing challenges facing emerging markets: the high cost of capital and the urgent need to de-risk energy... 

By: Uche Nnadi - Channel & Distribution Leader, West Africa, Secure Power at Schneider Electric Nigeria and other parts of West Africa are grappling with a critical shortage of skilled...