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Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel
Forum set up to improve cooperation between Eskom, Transnet and domestic industrialists
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

A new forum comprising Eskom, Transnet and domestic industrialists is to be established to improve collaboration between the two large infrastructure-focused State-owned companies and domestic... 


Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan
Gordhan reports yet another sabotage incident at Hendrina power station
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

A day after Eskom confirmed incidents of sabotage at its Tutuka power station, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan alleged that another incident of sabotage had taken place at the Hendrina... 


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Water mist tech to be presented at event
20th May 2022

Multinational engineering and manufacturing company Danfoss Fire Safety – part of the Danfoss Group – will be presenting a session at the Firexpo South Africa 2022 being held from May 31 to June 02... 


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Southern Africa deemed highly prospective for diamonds
20th May 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Diamond exploration and project development company Botswana Diamonds regards Southern Africa as one of the most prospective destinations for diamonds globally. The Kalahari region of Botswana has... 


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EMVAfrica
20th May 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

EMV Africa this year celebrates 30 years of service excellence, supplying the market with top-quality industrial stainless steel and valves since 1992.  Founder Hugh Witty established Energy Metals... 


Eskom confirms sabotage incidents at Tutuka
19th May 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Power utility Eskom on May 19 confirmed an incident in which a cable was severed at the Tutuka power station this week while the power station was finalising preparations to return Unit 5 to... 


Steinmüller Africa transforms lives at Vukanini Primary School in Bethal, Mpumalanga
19th May 2022

Steinmüller Africa recently sponsored the refurbishment of Vukanini Primary School, neighbouring the company’s Bethal-based facility. The official handover, attended by one of Steinmüller Africa... 


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Ejector improves sump pumping in cardboard mill
18th May 2022

A European cardboard mill producing 240 000 t/y of cardboard from wastepaper required a solution to overcome regular pump breakdowns in the fibre line effluent sump. The main effluents from the... 


Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu
DWS commits to responsibly manage budget
13th May 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

As the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) tables its budget for the next three financial years, Minister Senzo Mchunu has committed to ensuring that the department manages its significant... 


The trusted manufacturing partner for the agricultural industry
13th May 2022

For the past 28 years, proudly South African manufacturer Fabrinox has been a trusted partner of choice for the agricultural industry. Our wide range of capabilities includes the manufacturing of... 


Multotec’s subsidiaries in Botswana, Mozambique, Zambia and Ghana employ over 200 local people
High expectations drive Multotec’s Africa journey
12th May 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Two decades of concerted investment in subsidiaries across Africa gives minerals processing equipment specialist Multotec a world class foundation from which to serve mines. Multotec MD Jaco du... 


Ghaghoo sale falls through, but Botswana Diamonds remains hopeful of a future deal
11th May 2022 By: Donna Slater

Aim- and BSE-listed diamond explorer Botswana Diamonds reports that, despite intensive advanced and ongoing discussions with interested parties, its board has been unable to secure a new joint... 


Perkoa workers still missing – Trevali
10th May 2022 By: Mariaan Webb

TSX-listed Trevali Mining said on Monday that it had not yet been able to locate any of the eight underground workers who went missing when the Perkoa mine, in Burkina Faso, flooded three weeks... 


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Underground surveying critical in mining
6th May 2022

Specialist utility services company Bosch Munitech provides specialist utility services that include underground utility detection (UUD) which is essential for providing accurate information on... 


Former Finance Minister Tito Mboweni
Forget basic income grants, fix roads and dysfunctional municipalities instead – Mboweni
4th May 2022 By: News24Wire

Without fixing dysfunctional municipalities, dangerous roads full of potholes and reducing reliance on Eskom, South Africa can forget about meaningful economic growth, says former finance minister... 


Botswana Diamonds discovers largest anomaly to date at Thorny River project
4th May 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim- and BSE-listed Botswana Diamonds’ ground geophysics survey on its Thorny River property in South Africa has led to the discovery of the largest anomaly to date on the project, consistent with... 


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Precinct pursues implementable solutions
29th April 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Public–private partnership Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP) has strengthened its focus on developing and sourcing implementable solutions for the mining industry. The precinct has shifted its focus,... 


In the tight race to market, EVs are becoming less green – research report
In the tight race to market, EVs are becoming less green – research report
21st April 2022 By: Irma Venter

Independent research into electric vehicle (EV) development has found that most automotive companies are more focused on improving range and reducing costs, than improving the carbon footprint of... 


Gem CEO Clifford Elphick
Gem Diamonds reports higher revenue despite lower prices
21st April 2022 By: Darren Parker

LSE-listed diamond producer Gem Diamonds sold 28 461 ct of diamonds during the quarter ended March 31, up from 24 790 ct sold in the quarter ended December 31. It generated revenue of $52.1-million... 


Santos sets new production records
21st April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Santos has reported record production of 26-million barrels oil equivalent during the three months ended March. Production in the first quarter of 2022 was up 14% on the December... 


Sasol drops plan to invest in pipeline in favour of LNG imports
13th April 2022 By: Bloomberg

Sasol will no longer consider gas supply from a planned pipeline stretching from fields in northern Mozambique to its South African operations because it doesn’t want to get stuck with the... 


Lucapa advancing Lulo kimberlite sampling
8th April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diamond miner Lucapa has completed construction of crushing circuit of the standalone kimberlite bulk sampling plant at its Lulo operation, in Angola. The full stand-alone plant is scheduled for... 


Improved safety, precision for bolted connections
8th April 2022

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s Fasteners, Tools & Equipment division has extended its range of wrenches to include a new generation of cordless torque wrenches from Gedore Torque Solutions,... 


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Expansion secures company’s position in growing market
1st April 2022 By: Cameron Mackay

With the global increase in the demand for dissolving pulp, paper and pulp company Sappi’s current business strategy for local growth is focused on the R7.7-billion expansion project at its Saiccor... 


BlueRock raises £2.1m to implement new mining plan at Kareevlei
31st March 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South African diamond miner BlueRock Diamonds, which is listed on the London Aim and operates the Kareevlei mine, in Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, has raised £2.1-million through the placing of... 


Our next 100 years: Helping South Africa get smart about water with Digital Twins
Our next 100 years: Helping South Africa get smart about water with Digital Twins
30th March 2022

South Africa will not be able to meet its water needs in the next eight years unless drastic action is taken. 


Plumbing is a key component of WASH
30th March 2022

A vital component of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), plumbing systems have helped to curtail outbreaks of, among other diseases, dysentery, cholera and typhoid in communities. Outbreaks of... 


Rand Water dismisses incompetence accusations
29th March 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Bulk water service provider Rand Water chairperson Advocate Matshidiso Hashatse has rubbished allegations of incompetence made by Democratic Alliance Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga. The allegations... 


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Vesconite pump parts decrease lead leaching
25th March 2022

As part of its drive to be part of a global programme to reduce lead exposure from drinking water, polymer bushing manufacturer Vesconite Bearings produces products resistant to... 


A SundWASH high pressure wash-down systems for food and beverage applications
Pump system showcased at expo
25th March 2022

International pumps and compressors designer and manufacturer Sundyne showcased its SundWASH high pressure wash-down systems for food and beverage applications at the International Production &... 


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Local skills development helps create jobs
24th March 2022

A range of courses offering practical skills development in boiler making, pipefitting and welding is now available through Hill Side artisan academy. The academy is part of the Hydra Arc Group and... 


Sector expected to grow from ICT trade
18th March 2022

Market research organisation Kenneth Research last month released a report which showed that the petrochemicals and polymers market is anticipated to grow, primarily on the growth in trade of... 


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Maintenance can reduce water pollution
18th March 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

The “callous waste and pollution of water” should be given more attention, and the necessary steps to prevent that, such as the maintenance of pipelines, should be prioritised, says Southern... 


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Inspections, solutions specialist expands in water sector
18th March 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Material testing and inspection services specialist Dekra Industrial has expanded its services to the water industry. The company saw a need for its non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection... 


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Metals sector urged to seize South Africa’s beckoning Steel Master Plan opportunity
16th March 2022 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s historic metals sector employer organisation on Wednesday urged all the sector’s employer bodies to roll up their sleeves on May 19 and 20 and get their teeth into the Steel Master... 


SAPPMA announces call for Papers for Pipes XIII Conference
16th March 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufactures Association (SAPPMA) has announced a call for papers ahead of its much-anticipated Pipes XIII Conference that will be taking place on 6 &7 September... 


Hillside Artisan Academy – Putting the art back into artisanship
15th March 2022

Hill Side Artisan Academy is positive for the future. The Hydra Arc Group is a proudly South African business that has proved through developing local skills and paying attention to quality and... 


State-of-the-art concrete repairs successfully complete at water purification plant
11th March 2022

Citi-Con continues to deploy its extensive skills and experience to help rehabilitate critical services-delivery infrastructure. This includes the rehabilitation of waste-water treatment works, the... 


Black and yellow Hyundai crawler excavator machine excavating earth
Group stays afloat amid challenges
11th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Equipment distributor Capital Equipment Group (CEG) has maintained its success in the South African construction industry despite challenging economic conditions, global supply issues and... 


An image of Zwick's TRI-SHARK Triple-Off-Set valve
Control valves offer multiple advantages
11th March 2022

Triple Eccentric Valves, also known as Triple-Off-Set valves (TOV), are gaining  popularity owing to interest in zero leakage valves for open/close functionality. German valves manufacturer Zwick... 


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Electra Battery Metals Material Park, Canada – update
11th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Electra Battery Metals Corporation announced a financial commitment of C$250 000 from the Canada government in March 2022 in support of a recently announced battery materials park study. 


Absolutely unique: measuring air gaps more accurately than ever before
9th March 2022

Output of the air gap as an absolute value with repeat accuracy in the micrometer range Accurate values at all times thanks to the pressure-compensated measuring principle All important information... 


Traffic to switch to contraflow on N3 between Cato Ridge and Dardanelles
7th March 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Traffic between Camperdown and Dardanelles on the N3 will switch to contraflow on the evening of March 9, a few days earlier than expected, the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral)... 


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