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China adviser warns chipmaking export curbs are 'just a start', ahead of Yellen's visit
5th July 2023 By: Reuters

China's export controls on metals used in making semiconductors are "just a start", an influential Chinese trade policy adviser said on Wednesday, as it ramps up a tech fight with the US days... 


New system launched for large hose guidance
30th June 2023

In March, high-performance plastic products manufacturer igus launched its new E4Q e-chain with extender crossbars for the safe guidance of large hoses. The E4Q e-chain with extender crossbars is a... 


Pylon-spire construction advancing steadily at Msikaba bridge project
30th June 2023 By: Irma Venter

The pylon spires of South Africa’s Msikaba Bridge megaproject are soon to tower almost 130 m high at each side of the 197-m-deep Msikaba river gorge.  The bridge forms part of the South African... 


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International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor project, France – update
30th June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The ITER Council has reported that component manufacturing and delivery, as well as system installation and commissioning, have continued at a steady pace. 


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Fortis HD Champions Superior Performance with Premium Tracks
22nd June 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Premium rubber tracks are the cost-effective long-term choice for your piece of heavy equipment when it comes to improving performance and productivity. Premium-grade rubber, enhanced tensile... 


Fortescue Future Industries and Fortescue Metals Group executive chairperson and founder Dr Andrew Forrest
Apt investment in green hydrogen can provide full employment, FT Hydrogen Summit hears
19th June 2023 By: Martin Creamer

Proper investment in green hydrogen generation has the potential to provide full employment and economic growth for decades to come as well as protect the planet from devastating climate change,... 


Liquid’s new subsea cable enhances connectivity between Mauritius and South Africa
19th June 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

The successful deployment of the Mauritius Telecom T3 subsea cable is set to enhance connectivity between Mauritius and South Africa. The subsea cable, deployed at pan-African technology group... 


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Copper is as strategic as gold is precious, says Barrick’s Bristow
19th June 2023 By: Bloomberg

For a company with “gold” in its name, Barrick Gold Corp. has become noticeably fixated on copper. The world’s second-largest bullion producer recently approached First Quantum Minerals to discuss... 


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N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge projects, South Africa – update
16th June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The pylon spires of the Msikaba bridge megaproject will soon tower almost 130 m high at each side of the 197-m-deep Msikaba river gorge.  


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Equiano subsea cable, Europe and Africa – update
16th June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The Equiano cable has been activated in Namibia. 


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South Africa extends ban on scrap-metal exports by six months as it seeks to curb theft
15th June 2023 By: Bloomberg

South Africa extended a ban on scrap-metal exports by six months as the government tries to combat theft and vandalism of public infrastructure. Trade and Industry Minister Ebrahim Patel also... 


Equiano cable activated in Namibia
13th June 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Google’s 12 fibre pair, 144 Tb/s Equiano cable has been activated in Namibia, marking a milestone in the delivery of enhanced connectivity to Namibia and the broader Southern African Development... 


Image of construction of the pylon spires for the 580-m-wide Msikaba Bridge
Pylon-spire construction advancing steadily at the Msikaba bridge project
9th June 2023 By: Irma Venter

The pylon spires of South Africa’s Msikaba Bridge megaproject are soon to tower almost 130 m high at each side of the 197-m-deep Msikaba river gorge.  The bridge forms part of the South African... 


Spires shoot skyward as Msikaba Bridge advances
9th June 2023

The pylon spires of South Africa’s Msikaba Bridge mega project are on their way up, soon to tower almost 130 metres high at each side of the near 200m deep river gorge. For Laurence Savage,... 


Six arrested for allegedly stealing Eskom copper cables near Coligny substation
7th June 2023 By: News24Wire

Six suspects were arrested on Monday after Eskom copper cables were found in their vehicle on the N14 between Coligny and Ventersdorp. Police spokesperson Colonel Adéle Myburgh said 13 rolled... 


Sanral to partially close N1 in Midrand for two days for powerline construction
2nd June 2023 By: Schalk Burger

The N1 highway between the Kosmosdal Samrand interchange and the Rooihuiskraal interchange, in Midrand, will experience partial road closures on June 10 and 11 to allow State-owned Eskom to perform... 


Peru sees copper projects on track, to stay ahead of Congo on output
Peru sees copper projects on track, to stay ahead of Congo on output
2nd June 2023 By: Reuters

Peru's key copper projects are moving forward and the country is optimistic about remaining the world's second-largest copper producer, its mining minister said on Thursday, fending off a rise in... 


Telecoms body concerned about prospect of worsening loadshedding in colder months
2nd June 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Association of Comms and Technology (ACT) is calling for urgent regulatory and government action on the loadshedding crisis in South Africa, fearing that the impact on an already hard-hit... 


City Power contractor arrested for 'sabotaging substation, nearly killing technicians working nearby'
1st June 2023 By: News24Wire

A City Power contractor has been arrested for allegedly sabotaging a substation in Johannesburg and nearly killing technicians working on the same network nearby. According to City Power CEO... 


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Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update
26th May 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

South African State-owned power utility Eskom is uncertain about the cost of permanent repairs needed at the Kusile coal-fired power station. 


Power Up with Peace of Mind
24th May 2023

From the smallest component through to building a Freedom Won (“FW”) containerised solution - with each step of the way, safety is paramount. FW, an original equipment manufacturer, is compliant... 


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PRASA New Rolling Stock Acquisition Programme, South Africa – update
19th May 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Siemens Mobility has successfully completed the Gauteng resignalling project, which it has described as “the biggest signalling project in South African history”.  


Telecommunications towers
ACT calls for action on loadshedding, mobile operators battle to stay connected
18th May 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Association of Comms and Technology (ACT) is calling for urgent regulatory and government action on the loadshedding crisis in South Africa, fearing that the impact on an already hard-hit... 


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Early detection system for overheating of cables now available in SA
12th May 2023

Energy management and automation specialists Schneider Electric has unveiled its PowerLogic HeatTag, described as a smart sensor for early detection of overheating of wire connections or cables... 


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We can't compensate, 'but we empathise': Eskom says it's not to blame for power outages in Mahikeng
9th May 2023 By: News24Wire

Eskom says it can't commit to compensating businesses affected by power cuts in Mahikeng.  The power utility's customer relations manager, Ezekiel Baruti, told News24 that the power outages, which... 


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Rampant corruption at Eskom drags down South Africa
8th May 2023 By: Bloomberg

On a late Thursday afternoon last November, in the midst of rolling blackouts implemented by South Africa’s state-owned electricity company, a contractor at a power station in the eastern... 


Prysmian Group showcases first green-certified optical cables in the cable industry
18th April 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Energy and telecommunications cable systems company Prysmian Group has launched the first optical cables certified green and Eco Cable-labelled. The Eco Cable label is said to be the first... 


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Ramaphosa says digital economic investments will propel SA into new era of innovation
17th April 2023 By: Thabi Shomolekae

While all investments contribute to economic growth and job creation, investments in the digital economy will also propel the country into a new era of innovation and progress, said President Cyril... 


The Port of Durban
Investment in expanding economic activity most important – BLSA
17th April 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Business lobby organisation Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busi Mavuso says much of the investment commitments made during the South Africa Investment Conference are effectively... 


MTN ‘hardening’ its sites as vandalism, theft shift from opportunistic incidents to organised criminality
14th April 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

MTN South Africa has accelerated its drive to ensure a resilient network as many of its towers are, in some cases, completely stripped, with the company spending over R1.5-billion this year. Teams... 


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Concrete blocks anchor new bridge
11th April 2023

The Msikaba Bridge which forms part of the South African National Roads Agency Limited’s N2 Wild Coast project, is being built by the Concor-Mota Engil Joint Venture, or CME JV.  The bridge is... 


Anchor block construction on Msikaba bridge nears completion
7th April 2023 By: Irma Venter

The Concor-Mota Engil Joint Venture has almost completed the four massive concrete blocks that will anchor the Msikaba bridge in place. Concor project director Laurence Savage says the blocks... 


Offshore wind could solve future power requirements and boost employment
4th April 2023

By Viren Sookhun, Managing Director at Oxyon People Solutions Globally, offshore wind is a technology that is seeing significant growth as the world strives toward more renewable energy solutions.... 


Plastics SA appoints Nkululeko Skepe as Learning Material Developer.
3rd April 2023

Plastics SA, the umbrella body representing the South African plastics industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nkululeko Skepe as its new Learning Material Developer. Based at the... 


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Vandalism, theft weigh on MTN’s operations
31st March 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

MTN South Africa has accelerated its drive to ensure a resilient network as many of its towers are, in some cases, completely stripped, with the company spending over R1.5-billion this year. Teams... 


Image of Kusile power station
Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update
31st March 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has granted Eskom an exemption from certain requirements in terms of its application to build temporary stacks at Kusile. 


City of Joburg vows to raid all scrapyards trading its stolen infrastructure
30th March 2023 By: News24Wire

The City of Johannesburg and its entity, City Power, have threatened to raid all scrapyards dealing with their stolen copper cables and infrastructure. Member of Mayoral Committee for Environment... 


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Water challenges a consequence of a multitude of external issues
30th March 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

While South Africa’s water sector challenges are vast, and longstanding, many external factors are impacting on the country’s ability to provide reliable clean quality water to all its citizens.... 


Image of Msikaba bridge anchor block
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge projects, South Africa – update
24th March 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The four massive concrete blocks that will anchor the Msikaba bridge in place are almost completed.  


Tips to extend the life of your load-shedding gadgets and appliances
22nd March 2023

Nearly all South Africans (who are fortunate enough) now own load-shedding gadgets and appliances of various kinds – whether it is rechargeable lighting and light bulbs, gas cookers, heaters and... 


BBE commissioned another surface refrigeration plant at Loulo mine in Mali
20th March 2023

Bluhm Burton Engineering (BBE) Projects has commissioned another turnkey surface refrigeration plant at Société des Mines de Loulo (SOMILO) SA gold mine in Mali, West Africa. The Loulo gold field,... 


An image of an anchor block of the Msikaba bridge under construction
Anchor block construction on the Msikaba bridge nears completion
17th March 2023 By: Irma Venter

The Concor-Mota Engil Joint Venture (CME JV) has almost completed the four massive concrete blocks that will anchor the Msikaba bridge in place. Concor project director Laurence Savage says the... 


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Condition monitoring ensures regional water supply in South Africa
15th March 2023

Although about two-thirds of the earth’s surface is covered by water, there is an equally large proportion of the world’s population living in areas that suffer water scarcity. The groundwater is... 


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