https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/page/labour Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:21:43 +0200 FeedCreator 1.7.3 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/labour-minister-pushes-youth-jobs-agenda-tougher-stance-on-undocumented-workers-2026-06-02 Lumkile Nkomfe LABOUR Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:39:00 +0200 722603 1780379538 1780371540 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001275891_resized_employmentandlabourministernomakhosazanameth06261022.jpeg Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96703_2026-06-01__gcis_labour_minister_briefing_online.mp4129470668 Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth discusses efforts being made to improve job creation for the country's youth (Video and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson) https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/stagnating-formal-employment-but-growing-informal-work-requires-structural-changes-in-responses-uasa-2026-05-22 Schalk Burger EMPLOYMENT STATISTICS Fri, 22 May 2026 16:36:00 +0200 721947 1779462152 1779460560 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001273847_resized_easycontracts1022.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/commission-gives-its-approval-for-sactwus-proposed-acquisition-of-various-companies-2026-05-14 Schalk Burger COMPETITION POLICY Thu, 14 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200 721321 1778771080 1778770020 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/technology-safety-programme-would-improve-operations-2026-05-01 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 719321 1777014075 1777586400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265853_resized_gavinkellyapril20261022.jpeg GAVIN KELLY A system must be created to safeguard truck operators, road users, vehicles and road infrastructure 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/firm-sees-stable-growth-despite-economic-pressures-2026-05-01 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 719355 1776335428 1777586400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265953_resized_udtrucks2026mediaengagementeventapril20261022.jpeg ENGAGING EVENT Attendees of the UD Trucks 2026 Media Engagement event were able to experience the UD Quon and the Quester in real-world driving conditions 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/oem-promises-sustainability-enhanced-operationality-2026-05-01 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 719335 1777014076 1777586400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265904_resized_fotonrangevshape21022.jpeg ROBUST ROAD VEHICLES Foton's range of light commercial vehicles are suitable for numerous businesses 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/to-tap-into-tourism-potential-south-africa-must-address-airport-visa-bottlenecks-mavuso-2026-04-20 Schalk Burger TOURISM Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:52:00 +0200 719659 1776679712 1776675120 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266965_resized_businessleadershipsaceobusimavuso2303221022.jpg BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ai-solution-boosts-farming-capacity-market-access-2026-04-17 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718502 1775813835 1776376800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001263277_resized_farmflexmobileapp4march20261022.jpeg SMART FARMING AI, IoT and automation are incorporated into the Farmflex solution to improve productivity, resilience and profitability through the use of real-time information, practical recommendations and automated support 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/german-south-african-organisations-launch-project-to-support-workers-in-the-energy-transition-2026-04-15 Tasneem Bulbulia COAL, ENERGY AND LABOUR Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:46:00 +0200 719410 1776326095 1776264360 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266118_resized_fessatriswap0526tasneembulbulia1022.jpeg SWAP project team 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/eskom-and-ferrochrome-producers-strike-62ckwh-deal-with-nersa-process-to-follow-2026-04-10 Terence Creamer ELECTRICITY & FERROCHROME Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0200 719022 1775816978 1775811600 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265045_resized_lionsmelterferrochrome131014duane1022.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/diversification-product-development-key-to-growth-2026-03-26 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717428 1775035705 1775167200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260049_resized_n59sugarcanestalksmarch20261022.png SUGARCANE DIVERSIFICATION Sugar Baron is diversifying the traditional use of sugarcane by using sugar as a derivative for the company's range of rum beverages 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/alternative-for-sugar-industry-offers-revenue-diversification-2026-03-26 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717404 1775035477 1775167200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001259949_resized_tomasperssonbanagrassmarch20261022.png TOMAS PERSSON Bana grass grows and produces yields faster than sugarcane, and can be used as an alternative to sugarcane 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/role-players-call-for-industry-rescue-through-tariff-renewal-2026-04-03 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717392 1775035585 1775167200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001259926_resized_umfoloziuntitled462march20261022.png UMFOLOZI SUGAR MILL Government must review and update the dollar-based reference price tariff formula to aid industry recovery 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tariff-adjustment-would-facilitate-recovery-2026-03-26 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717398 1775035680 1775167200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001259930_resized_sasriphotos572march20261022.png INDUSTRY RESCUE Measures to rescue the local sugar industry must be implemented, as the industry supports many livelihoods 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ferroglobe-may-halt-operations-if-not-afforded-reduced-electricity-tariffs-2026-03-30 Marleny Arnoldi MANUFACTURING & LABOUR Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:48:00 +0200 718316 1774868693 1774867680 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001262654_resized_sabonferroglobe1022.jpeg Ferroglobe smelter 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/motshekga-calls-for-expanded-role-of-women-and-youth-in-defence-value-chain-2026-03-27 Schalk Burger DEFENCE INDUSTRY Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:43:00 +0200 718192 1774605663 1774600980 99999999999 Mariaan Webb 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001262283_resized_angiemotshekga3120220241022.jpeg Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/building-africas-software-developer-base-can-boost-growth-2026-03-24 Schalk Burger SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:35:00 +0200 717985 1774366138 1774362900 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/eskom-offers-65-pay-raise-in-fourth-talks-round-2026-03-18 Bloomberg Labour Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:19:00 +0200 717549 1773842933 1773836340 99999999999 Bloomberg 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260291_resized_flagswiththeeskomlogo1123bloomberg1022.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/deputy-trade-minister-underscores-importance-of-localisation-2026-03-16 Tasneem Bulbulia LOCALISATION Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:21:00 +0200 717358 1773724604 1773670860 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001259826_resized_20260316buylocalsummit.jpg Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96307_2026-03-16__buy_local_summit.mp4115865181 Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams highlights the department’s support for localisation, and the need for this. https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/water-security-projects-progress-amid-frighteningly-low-dam-levels-2026-03-13 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716139 1773062970 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001256168_resized_coctwateroutlookwinterfeb20261022.png DEVELOPMENT IMPERATIVE Wemmershoek Dam sits at lower levels than this time last year, highlighting the need for water supply diversification 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/reuse-plants-offer-s-africa-alternative-water-sources-2026-03-13 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716115 1773062969 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001256108_resized_sizawaterrecyclingplantfeb20261022.png SIZA WATER PLANT The recycling plant will continue to produce 4-million litres of water a day, standing as an example of reference for future water recycling and reuse projects 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/firm-outlines-steps-towards-infrastructure-renewal-2026-03-13 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716025 1773645486 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001255842_resized_image10wastewaterfeb20261022.png UNACCEPTABLE LOSSES Taljaard calls for the implementation of performance-based nonrevenue reduction contracts for utilities, which would compel them to enhance pressure management, leak detection and metering integrity, allowing for a prompt reduction in nonrevenue water, which is currently 47% 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/modern-tech-improves-water-infrastructure-combats-scarcity-2026-03-13 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716054 1773655305 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001255942_resized_ecostruxurewateradvisorfeb20261022.png WATER MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY Schneider Electric's technology will allow municipalities and water sector players to monitor, control and analyse water operation processes in real time 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/japan-s-africa-cooperation-visit-bolsters-water-sector-2026-03-13 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 716122 1773821412 1773352800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001256115_resized_davidmahlobodeputyministerofwaterandsanitationfeb20261022.png DAVID MAHLOBO The Deputy Minister says South Africa is taking steps to improve the nation's water future by improving service delivery and supporting municipalities 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/samancor-chrome-issues-retrenchment-consultation-notice-for-the-majority-of-its-2-403-employees-2026-03-06 Schalk Burger RETRENCHMENTS Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:26:00 +0200 716768 1772800754 1772792760 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001258120_resized_swedishstirlingatsamancortcssmeltersite1022.jpg Samancor Chrome's TC Smelter 511 272 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/what-impact-will-africas-busy-2026-election-calendar-have-on-the-economic-outlook-2026-03-06 Martin Zhuwakinyu ELECTIONS & ECONOMIC PROSPECTS Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715820 1772524336 1772748000 99999999999 Terence Creamer 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001256979_resized_africavotes.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/fire-protection-systems-safeguard-waste-management-infrastructure-workers-2026-02-27 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715069 1771917084 1772143200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001253080_resized_screenshot20260211145908feb20261022.png FUNDAMENTALS DoseTech and FireDos are offering waste management and recycling facilities efficient solutions for fire suppression and sustainability 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/green-tech-integration-strengthens-quality-innovation-sustainability-2026-02-27 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 715142 1771917084 1772143200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001253307_resized_sanitechpressreleaseimg2feb20261022.png EFFECTIVE WATER TREATMENT Green-Tech will ensure that water and waste treatmnent processes are optimised, enabling Sanitech to improve their solution offerings 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/metal-recyclability-could-facilitate-improved-economic-development-2026-02-27 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 714959 1771917084 1772143200 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001252753_resized_metalsimages20240227at1654491feb20261022.png METAL RECYCLING The recyclability of metal creates job opportunities in sorting, processing and manufacturing 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ewseta-welcomes-2m-investment-to-develop-critical-minerals-battery-skills-2026-02-17 Schalk Burger SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:02:00 +0200 715461 1771346377 1771329720 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/sustainable-infrastructure-strengthens-s-africas-future-2026-02-13 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0200 714183 1769693657 1770933600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001250474_resized_imageforusegibbjan20261022.png GEARED FOR GROWTH The Black Business Council in the Built Environment, GIBB and the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Profession discussed sustainable infrastructure practices in Africa 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tongaat-brps-apply-for-provisional-liquidation-after-collapse-of-vision-transaction-2026-02-12 Sabrina Jardim SUGAR Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:29:00 +0200 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https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/south-africa-to-raise-minimum-wage-5-exceeding-expectations-2026-02-04 Bloomberg Labour Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:26:00 +0200 714528 1770213956 1770207960 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001251528_resized_randcurrencycoinflagsouthafricaeconomy1022reuters.jpg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/uptake-of-alternative-fuels-necessitates-better-medical-support-access-2026-01-30 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0200 713206 1769434663 1769724000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001247725_resized_drjenstulsnerjan20261022.png JENS TÜLSNER It is important to ensure that seafarers and offshore workers get the medical attention that is needed to avert the risks of working with modern, alternative fuels and chemicals 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/govt-progressing-mtdp-digitalisation-but-constraints-persist-2026-01-23 Tasneem Bulbulia GOVERNMENT PERFORMANCE Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:21:00 +0200 713783 1769410479 1769178060 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001249276_resized_maropeneramokgopa1022.jpg Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/dam-raising-project-improves-water-yield-economic-growth-2025-12-12 Trent Roebeck Labour Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0200 710918 1765262545 1765490400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001241332_resized_pemmymajodinaoversightnov20251022.png PEMMY MAJODINA During her third quarterly visit to the project, the Minister expressed her satisfaction with its progress 511 287