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CSIR launches Energy Industry Support Programme for small businesses
CSIR launches Energy Industry Support Programme for small businesses
18th November 2022 By: Darren Parker

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has launched a five-year Energy Industry Support Programme (EISP), which is being co-funded by the Electricity and Water Sector Education... 


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Mining automation accelerates across Africa
18th November 2022

A marked rise in demand for digital solutions and automation in mining has led to increased impetus to accelerate this drive across Africa. Sedna Industrial IT Solutions recently affirmed its... 


AfDB invests $20m in fund targeting renewables projects in sub-Saharan Africa
16th November 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Finance organisation the African Development Bank Group has approved an equity investment of $20-million in Evolution Fund III, a pan-African clean and sustainable energy private equity fund that... 


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New technologies improve production and reduce environmental impact
12th November 2022

Global mineral processing company FLSmidth says that it is leveraging digital technology to move closer to the goal of enabling net zero emissions from mining operations – referred to as... 


New research shows mobile finance can increase national GDP
11th November 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Mobile financial services are critical drivers of financial inclusion and its successful deployment and adoption can have a positive impact on gross domestic product (GDP) in developing countries.... 


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Nokia says partnerships are key to improving continental connectivity
10th November 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As many telecommunications and technologies companies work to connect the 200-million people without mobile broadband coverage in sub-Saharan Africa and improve the affordability of data, Finnish... 


AgMerchant launched as new agriculture sector lender in South Africa
9th November 2022 By: Schalk Burger

A new financial services firm AgMerchant Capital was launched on November 9 and aims to be a keen participant in the agricultural financing services industry in South Africa through the provision... 


LG embraces digital transformation with AI validation platform for automotive parts
9th November 2022

LG and Altair Jointly Develop Data Analytics Algorithm for Simulating Vehicle Components’ Performance and Reliability LG Electronics (LG) in collaboration with Altair, a global provider of... 


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M&R Cementation appoints MD following incumbent's 2023 retirement
7th November 2022 By: Donna Slater

Underground mining contractor Murray & Roberts (M&R) Cementation has appointed Japie du Plessis MD designate, effective March 1, 2023, following the retirement of incumbent Mike Wells, who will... 


Cloud is the way to digitise commercial construction industry 
7th November 2022

There is a significant increase in investment in cloud computing within the commercial construction industry because the technology is recognised as the best way to facilitate digital... 


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First 65t electric truck showcased at Electra
4th November 2022

Engineering company Sandvik showcased a glimpse of the ‘Future of Mining’ with its mining breakthrough in battery technology at its stand at this year’s Electra Mining Africa. The focus of Sandvik... 


MTN Group, Microsoft sign strategic alliance agreement
3rd November 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications giant MTN Group and Microsoft have partnered to accelerate digital and cloud transformation across Africa. The new strategic alliance, centred on transforming and modernising... 


IATA has released the results of its 2022 air passenger survey
2nd November 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

Around the world, airline passengers in the post-Covid-19 pandemic era were concerned with convenience and the simplification of processes for air travel, the International Air Transport... 


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Sustainable solutions for quarries and recyclers
28th October 2022

A range of mobile crushing and screening plants were on show at the recent Bauma construction machinery trade fair held in Germany. Kleemann showcased its range of new innovations, including its... 


European Investment Bank backs MTN Nigeria
28th October 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has secured €100-million backing from the European Investment Bank (EIB) in the largest EIB financing deal for high-speed telecommunications expansion in... 


Cellular connectivity key to meeting surging electricity demand – report
28th October 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Cellular technology will be critical to accelerate the digital transformation of utilities, a new report by information and communication technology provider Ericsson has revealed. The Connected... 


Brics cooperation raised at CGS Summit
27th October 2022 By: Nadine James

The Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (Brics) countries are “richly endowed in mineral resources” and as such, are in a relatively good position to cater for the demands of the global... 


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The current water crisis facing South Africa has created new opportunities and there is plenty of room to adopt and embrace new technologies
S Africa can ease effect of natural disasters through technology
21st October 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Deploying “cutting-edge” solutions at South Africa’s water treatment plants will assist the country in mitigating the severe impact of natural disasters, such as the drought in Nelson Mandela Bay,... 


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Yaskawa diversifying markets as demand for welding, materials handling, logistics robots picks up
18th October 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Industrial robotics multinational Yaskawa is using its foundational market in the automotive industry in South Africa to drive a diversification in its markets, with demand for general industrial... 


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World’s first 65t electric truck showcased
14th October 2022

Sandvik’s pioneering 65 t battery electric truck was recently on display at Electra Mining Africa. The 65 t TH665B battery electric vehicle (BEV) was introduced to the African market before being... 


Expansion paves way for facility to play globally
7th October 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

The extensive expansion – and leveraging of the latest technologies – of minerals processing equipment and solutions provider FLSmidth Delmas’ “supercentre” has positioned the company well to serve... 


Airbus forecasts that aviation services will more than double in value over next 20 years
6th October 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

Global major aerospace group Airbus on Thursday released its latest Global Services Forecast (GSF), which covers the aviation services sector. The GSF covers the next 20 years and predicts that the... 


Africa needs to use all its energy sources to develop, says AU Commissioner
5th October 2022 By: Rebecca Campbell

Africa must make use of all its energy resources, as it needs to achieve development. So affirmed African Union (AU) Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy Amani Abou-Zeid in her keynote... 


Ecommerce reshaping logistics industry, facilities
28th September 2022 By: Schalk Burger

The factors contributing to growth in logistics facilities are primarily centred around ecommerce, as smaller companies continue adopting ecommerce and delivery in addition to larger companies and,... 


SAR CEO Dr Sifiso Falala
Africa’s first credit ratings agency launched
26th September 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

A group of entrepreneurs on September 23 launched Africa’s first credit ratings agency, Sovereign Africa Ratings (SAR), based in Centurion. The agency also published its first credit rating... 


Post-pandemic resurgence holds opportunities, challenges for different industries
22nd September 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

As the world is moving beyond the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns, a resurgence is occurring, with higher levels of consumption and trade in most sectors. This presents opportunities, but also... 


Royal Haskoning's Sheilla de Carvalho appointed to IWA digital water steering committee
20th September 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Engineering multinational firm Royal HaskoningDHV Southern Africa leading markets and Mozambique director Sheilla de Carvalho has been appointed to the International Water Association (IWA) Digital... 


Festo develops high-pressure pneumatics for digitalisation
16th September 2022

Thanks to high-pressure pneumatics, stretch blow moulding machines achieve an output per blow moulding station of between 1,000 and nearly 3,000 PET bottles per hour. The key to this success is... 


MacLean Engineering Africa GM John-Paul Theunissen
MacLean Engineering advancing fleet electrification in Africa
13th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Mining equipment provider MacLean Engineering intends to build the next 50 years of Maclean mining vehicle innovation on the three pillars of electrification, automation and digitalisation. The... 


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Webinar highlights importance of MPC
9th September 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Information technology company Rockwell Automation and mining publication Mining Review Africa hosted a webinar on June 22 on the benefits of model predictive control (MPC) for mining operations.... 


Sandvik Southern Africa marketing manager Natalie Santiero
Sandvik to showcase ‘Future of Mining’ at Electra Mining
8th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Global engineering company Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions will have a major presence at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, with its 385 m2 indoor stand introducing a ground-breaking... 


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TOMRA Mining demonstrates final recovery sorter’s advantages at Electra Mining
8th September 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Sensor-based sorting solutions provider  TOMRA Mining is enjoying much success from its new diamond final recovery sorter, the COM XRT 300 /FR. The company is conducting live demonstrations of this... 


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FLSmidth focusing on ‘MissionZero’ at Electra Mining
7th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Global leader in the supply of equipment and solutions to the minerals processing industry FLSmidth will be using this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition to demonstrate the progress it is... 


Jendamark wins African tech company of the year
6th September 2022

Gqeberha-based Jendamark Automation has been named African technology company of the year at the Africa Tech Week awards ceremony in Cape Town on Wednesday evening. The company, which develops... 


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Kwatani casts spotlight on innovation, digitalisation
6th September 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

In response to the innovation imperative in the mining sector, mining equipment manufacturer Kwatani will use Electra Mining Africa 2022 as the platform to cast the spotlight on its modern... 


Department strives to ensure it renders e-services to Gauteng residents
2nd September 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Gauteng Department of e-Government is working to better position itself on how to create smarter solutions to deliver public services to the citizens of Gauteng. The department, the first South... 


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Crucial link
2nd September 2022 By: Terence Creamer

South Africans won’t agree with all the analysis and recommendations contained in the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD’s) latest report on South Africa. There is likely... 


Smarter Mobility Africa Summit to showcase latest start-ups in the mobility industry
26th August 2022

A partnership with the Gauteng Provincial Department of Roads and Transport and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research is driving the Smarter Mobility Africa Summit's (SMA) mission of... 


 	DIGITAL ADVANCES Kwatani will showcase its advances in the digital space at Electra Mining Africa
Kwatani puts spotlight on new multi-slope screen designs
26th August 2022

In response to the innovation imperative in the mining sector, Kwatani will use Electra Mining Africa as a platform to cast the spotlight on its modern multi-slope screen design and the company’s... 


PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE BMG’s NORD predictive maintenance solutions a comprehensive evaluation of analogue and digital data, to enhance the operational efficiency and safety of machines.
Drives company to exhibit at EMA
26th August 2022

NORD Drive Systems, in partnership with BMG, will be exhibiting at Electra Mining Africa. Getriebebau NORD, a global manufacturer of drive technology for mechanical and electronic solutions, is... 


The OECD says South Africa's road infrastructure financing is insufficient
OECD report links South Africa’s falling productivity to insufficient infrastructure investment
25th August 2022 By: Terence Creamer

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is forecasting that South Africa’s growth will slow to 1.8% in 2022 and dip to 1.3% in 2023 and says that a swift implementation of... 


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FLSmidth
25th August 2022

FLSmidth provides sustainable productivity to the global mining and cement industries. We deliver market-leading engineering, equipment and service solutions that enable our customers to improve... 


SNEAK PEAK Sandvik will introduce its latest battery electric vehicle (BEV) to the African market. The new TH665B, with a 65-t payload, is the flagship of the company's expanding fleet of BEVs
Sandvik introduces its battery EV to African miners
22nd August 2022

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions will have a major presence at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, with its 385 m2 indoor stand introducing a ground-breaking battery electric vehicle... 


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