By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Industrial operations are, like the rest of world, is faced with a fundamental generational workforce change.... 

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

In boosting core logging techniques, mining technology integrator Dwyka Mining Services, in partnership with Canadian technology company Hyperspectral Intelligence Inc. (HII), is positioning the... 

Mining is a cornerstone of South Africa’s economy. For more than 100 years, it has driven industrial development, created jobs and attracted global investment. Yet structural barriers have limited... 

A five-year mining contract was awarded by multinational base metals miner MMG to underground mine construction, contract mining and related technical services company JCHX Mining Management (JCHX)... 

The International Coal Preparation Congress XXI (ICPC) 2025 aims to address the latest technological advancements, operational challenges, sustainability practices and emerging trends shaping the... 

Having identified a need for real-time situational awareness among cities, utilities and many commercial and industrial property owners, data and AI company The Awareness Company has recalibrated... 

As urbanisation drives increased demand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) in developing countries, the industry faces the challenge of balancing growth with... 

Coal producer Kangra has successfully commissioned a new continuous miner section at its Udumo shaft, equipped with three shuttle cars, with production starting early last month, two weeks ahead of... 

Industries benefit significantly from partnering with a single, integrated equipment and services provider, says energy, transport and industrial services specialist Babcock. By offering a... 

The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) is achieving “rapid progress”, despite running into considerable delays, challenges and cost increases, with notable milestones having... 

With momentum gaining on reinvigorating South Africa’s freight rail network through private-sector participation to better support economic activity, meeting growing demand for increased... 

Australian mining company Santana Minerals has proposed the construction of a combination openpit and underground mining. 

Former Public Protector and Stellenbosch University Law Trust Chair in Social Justice Professor Thuli Madonsela has challenged the popular notion that the present era is uniquely marked by... 

By: Merel van der Lei - CEO of Wyzetalk South Africa’s mining sector stands at a critical, and frankly, perplexing juncture. While celebrating a record-low 42 fatalities in 2024, the stubborn... 

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, congratulates Prospero Muheki, recipient of this year’s Schneider Electric... 

The Queensland coal sector is facing a fresh wave of job losses, with Anglo American Australia confirming on Thursday that more than 200 positions will go, just a day after BHP announced 750... 

Engen celebrated a key milestone in its Global Citizen Development Programme (EGCDP) as learners in Steelpoort, Limpopo presented the innovative ICT projects they developed during the first phase... 

The Western Cape’s economy is as varied as its landscapes — home to global shipping routes, high-rise commercial developments, vineyards, manufacturing plants, and fast-growing construction zones.... 

ASX-listed Theta Gold Mines has started earthworks and civil engineering activities at its flagship TGME gold mine project in South Africa, marking a pivotal milestone in the transition from... 

Ndolovu brings a deep passion for professional development and a well-established track record in education and training to the not-for-profit organisation. Based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, he has... 

A growing number of customers are adopting a total cost of ownership (TCO) approach, leveraging mining equipment supplier Weir’s technical studies to identify more effective ways to reduce... 

As Africa’s mining sector continues on a strong and consistent growth trajectory, the use of high performance, efficient and reliable dewatering solutions have become non-negotiable to ensure safe... 

To locate mineral resources globally and lay the groundwork to introduce the applicable solutions in Africa, mining and exploration advisory company DMT Group is using advanced technology and... 

Technologies such as AI, automation innovations and other digital tools are changing the way in which civil engineering is conducted, going beyond the concrete and steel that typically... 

In a joint venture (JV) to improve response times to incidents and to avert the impacts of increasing crime levels in the country, communications technologies and solutions company Hytera... 

This month sees the option to study laser welding – a new technology-driven training programme – being formally added to the Southern African Institute of Welding’s (SAIW’s) training portfolio.... 

As mining operations across Africa, and particularly in South Africa, continue to evolve, the role of advanced pump systems “has never been more critical”, says Pump manufacturer Pump & Abrasion... 

South Africa’s water sector investment needs to be equally matched by investment in skills and professionalisation – both within the water sector and among its external support partners, says Water... 

South Africa’s waste management sector is undergoing a major shift. Women are no longer confined to back-office or administrative roles. Today, they’re leading municipal fleet operations, managing... 

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... 

Africa’s biggest stage for the future of transport is back! The Smarter Mobility Africa Summit (SMA) returns to the Sandton Convention Centre, 1–2 October 2025, bringing together the brightest... 

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has provided a detailed breakdown of the steps being taken in preparation for the launch of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market... 

Level 9 vehicle intervention for collision avoidance has been mandatory on South African mines since 2022, yet the effective roll-out of proximity detection systems (PDS) remains slower than... 

With solar power now firmly established as a mainstream energy choice for South Africans, ASP Fire, a leading fire risk consulting company, has cautioned that poorly designed or badly installed... 

Toronto-listed Lucara Diamond, along with its shaft sinking contractor in the project, United Mining Services (UMS), on September 4 hosted a final production shaft blast ceremony and safety... 

Fifteen young people living with disabilities from Cape Flats communities - including: Crossroads, Delft, Eerste River, Khayelitsha and Mitchell’s Plain - have taken their first steps towards... 

Standard Bank and the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) have officially launched the Centre of Excellence for Hydrogen Energy, on VUT’s campus in Vanderbijlpark. The partners aim to advance... 

Zimbabwe’s emergence as “Africa’s leading lithium producer” is a signal of “deep and exciting” transformation that will see Zimbabwe take its place as a mining powerhouse, reports turnkey crushing... 

Emerging SMEs were celebrated at the Metals Innovation Hub Exhibition and Certification ceremony on August 27 at the SEIFSA Training Centre in Actonville. The event celebrated the first 15... 

Africa's largest manufacturer of prefab and modular buildings Kwikspace offers proven capability and unmatched empowerment credentials. “Kwikspace is a tried and tested company that can meet the... 

(Virtual Showroom) Diesel engine emissions remain a serious occupational health hazard, particularly in mining, construction, and industrial sectors. A major component of these emissions is Diesel...