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CONSTRUCTION WORKS UNDER WAY AT ONE OF THE THE LHWP BRIDGES
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II
8th September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Work has started on the remaining two major bridges to be built. 


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Tropicana mine renewable-energy project, Australia
8th September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Pacific Energy has been awarded the contract to integrate 62 MW of clean energy into AngloGold’s existing 54 MW gas-fired power system at the Tropicana gold mine. 


SAWEA lauds progress of another two RMIPPPP projects
1st September 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

More than two years since G7 Renewable Energies and EDF Renewables were announced as preferred bidders in the Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP), their... 


Global gas consumption to continue growth in 2023 – report
1st September 2023

Global gas consumption is expected to continuing growing in the latter half of this year, mainly driven by increasing energy demand in China, the US and some emerging countries in Asia Pacific,... 


Driefontein wastewater treatment plant
Driefontein wastewater treatment plant expansion, South Africa
1st September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Joburg Water expand the capacity of the wastewater treatment plant to 80 Mℓ. 


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More gas needed to avoid AEMO predicted shortfall - Appea
31st August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (Appea) said on Thursday there was an urgent need for more gas supply after the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) said there... 


Most newly commissioned renewables cheaper than fossil-fuel electricity in 2022 – Irena
30th August 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Intergovernmental organisation the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) has confirmed in a new report that the 187 GW of renewable energy installed last year contributed to the global... 


Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Thoko Didiza
Agriculture dept launches R1.2bn blended finance instrument for alternative energy solutions
29th August 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has, together with the Land Bank, launched a blended financing instrument to aid farmers in accessing alternative energy... 


Vedanta Resources chairperson Anil Agarwal
Vedanta aims to complete $1bn investment in South Africa soon
29th August 2023 By: Darren Parker

Globally diversified Indian-headquartered mining company Vedanta Resources chairperson Anil Agarwal has told Mining Weekly that the company aims to complete its commitment to invest $1-billion in... 


Stanlib acquires 51% of solar and battery platform
25th August 2023 By: Irma Venter

Stanlib Asset Management has acquired 51% of Solareff, through its Stanlib Infrastructure Fund II.  Stanlib Asset Management is a local investor in sustainable infrastructure. 


Marita van den Bergh
Optimising project execution for critical infrastructure: The Eskom experience
25th August 2023

As one of South Africa's leading State-owned enterprises, Eskom plays a crucial role in supplying electricity to millions of people and supporting the nation's economic growth.  Efficient project... 


Lesedi Nuclear Services - Women in Industry
Lesedi Nuclear Services - Women in Industry
25th August 2023

Sipokazi Luzipo Khoza Lesedi Nuclear Services electrical engineer Sipokazi Luzipo Khoza is a shining example of determination and ambition. Born on October 12, 1992, in the small Eastern Cape town... 


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Stewarts & Lloyds - Women in Industry
25th August 2023

Carol Lloyd - Branch Manager – Pipes & Fittings and Excom Member Your career journey – where did you start, how did you decide to work in this industry? I initially accepted a part time opportunity... 


Aerial view of the LHWP
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II – update
25th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The New Development Bank and the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority have signed a loan agreement for the implementation of Phase 2 of the project. 


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Regulation important for a successful energy transition
24th August 2023 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa has added almost 3.5 GW of private renewable power generation over 15 months between March 2022 and June 2023, but conflicting messaging from government creates uncertainty, Earth &... 


Another deadly coal accident in China threatens output growth
24th August 2023 By: Bloomberg

Fatal accidents continue to undermine China’s coal industry, with the latest incident in Shaanxi set to impede plans to raise production if authorities once again ramp up scrutiny of mine safety.... 


Construction on the Polihali dam as part of the LHWP Phase 2
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II, Lesotho – update
18th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority, consultants and contractors on the Polihali dam have marked an early construction milestone – the diversion of the Senqu river by the precofferdam. 


Exxaro Resources CEO Dr Nombasa Tsengwa.
Decarbonisation is urgent imperative, says coal mining company Exxaro
17th August 2023 By: Martin Creamer

Decarbonisation of coal mining company Exxaro’s operations and entire value chain is an urgent imperative to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, which will result in the additional benefits of... 


Sailing to the African Continent | The Journey of Heavy Machinery Across Mountains and Seas
Sailing to the African Continent | The Journey of Heavy Machinery Across Mountains and Seas
17th August 2023

Hunan Daily reporter: Cao Xian, Meng Jiaoyan, Yi Ang, Zeng Guanlin In late April, Kenya has entered the rainy season, but the rain comes and goes quickly. The Swak Dam located at where the Swak... 


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Rio to build Canada's largest solar farm
11th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Mining major Rio Tinto has announced plans to build Canada’s largest solar plant at its Diavik diamond mine. The solar plant will feature over 6 600 solar panels that will generate approximately 4... 


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Tasiast 24k project, Mauritania – update
11th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Kinross Gold has reported that the process plant is regularly reaching design throughput. 


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Tasiast solar project, Mauritania – update
11th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is on schedule for completion at the end of the year. 


ENERGYValves leaves the EMVAfrica fold and finds a new home
ENERGYValves leaves the EMVAfrica fold and finds a new home
11th August 2023

EMVAfrica stands as a prominent and trail-blazing entity in Southern Africa, proudly holding the distinction of being a leading ISO 9001:2015 accredited supplier of world-class quality industrial... 


Zimbabwe Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Monica Mutsvangwa
Minister highlights Zimbabwe mining sector’s growth potential
10th August 2023 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

By bringing previously unregulated small-scale miners into the formal fold and introducing incentives for established producers, Zimbabwe has boosted its gold output from about 20 t to 35 t a year... 


Celebrating 40 Years of Abeco Tanks: A Remarkable Journey in Water Storage Solutions
Celebrating 40 Years of Abeco Tanks: A Remarkable Journey in Water Storage Solutions
10th August 2023

In an era where sustainability and responsible water management are of paramount importance, the significance of Abeco Tanks' four-decade-long journey cannot be overstated. As the renowned... 


Zero carbon emissions aviation company announces compressor breakthrough
10th August 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

US-UK zero-greenhouse gas emission aviation company ZeroAvia announced on Friday that it had developed a high-performance compressor for hybrid-electric aircraft propulsion systems (that is,... 


Imagoes Solareff/GridCars EV charger
Stanlib Asset Management acquires Solareff, GridCars; enables PPAs
7th August 2023 By: Irma Venter

Stanlib Asset Management has acquired 51% of Solareff, through its Stanlib Infrastructure Fund II.  Stanlib Asset Management is a local investor in sustainable infrastructure. 


Nordex Energy South Africa people and culture head Zelrese Brair.
South Africa must build renewables skills pool to catch up with renewable power demands - Nordex
3rd August 2023 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa currently has a shortfall of trained and experienced wind energy technicians, after having lost much of its skilled capacity to advanced international markets and, like its... 


ABB invests R10m in local medium-voltage switchgear manufacturing capability
2nd August 2023 By: Darren Parker

Technology company ABB has invested more than R10-million to complete additional technology transfer that brings the manufacture of UniGear ZS1 medium-voltage switchgear to South Africa. This move... 


Global coal demand, supply set to remain at an all-time high in 2023
Global coal demand, supply set to remain at an all-time high in 2023
27th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Global body the International Energy Agency (IEA) expects coal demand to remain at an all-time high this year. This follows after global coal demand reached an all-time high in 2022, rising above... 


Power failures impact Sierra Rutile quarter
27th July 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

ASX-listed Sierra Rutile has closed the door on a tough quarter, with the miner forced to revise its full year production guidance. Rutile production in the three months to June dropped to 25 000... 


IFC partners with Banking Association South Africa to boost climate finance
26th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Development finance institution the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is joining forces with local body the Banking Association South Africa (BASA) to help increase climate finance in the... 


Leading researchers & students join the dialogue to unpack wind power's role in SA energy crisis
24th July 2023

Africa’s premier academic exchange platform, WindAc Africa 2023, has opened its entries, inviting leading renewable energy researchers and high potential young people from universities across the... 


Rising critical minerals demand could pose enviro, social risks
21st July 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The critical mineral resources that are increasingly in demand globally often pose environmental and social risks that need to be managed, the environment, social and governance (ESG) research arm... 


FUCHS’ Emalahleni branch is an essential partner to the coal-mining industry
20th July 2023

The Emalahleni branch of FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA in Mpumalanga offers a dedicated pump-on service to major coal-mining clients to keep essential equipment such as draglines and excavators... 


EU electricity demand expected to reach two-decade low
19th July 2023 By: Darren Parker

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has said the European Union (EU) is likely to experience a decline in electricity demand to the lowest level in two decades. However, the expansion of... 


Funding, skills and logistics remain challenges for junior coal miners
19th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Junior miners Ndalamo Resources founder and CEO Shammy Luvhengo, Morupule Coal Mine CEO Edwin Elias and energy company Shumba Energy chairperson Alan Clegg on July 18 outlined various challenges,... 


The 16th Edition of Barker’s Coalfields Map of South Africa 2023: A long journey
The 16th Edition of Barker’s Coalfields Map of South Africa 2023: A long journey
18th July 2023

In 1986, the first-ever coalfields map was printed. Now in its 16th edition, this map has gained national and international recognition as a comprehensive source of information on the South African... 


German coal plants follow steps of large miners to clean image
14th July 2023 By: Bloomberg

Germany’s coal companies are following large multinational miners in cleaning up their image, with critics concerned that restructuring plans may set the stage for emissions to rise further. The... 


Aerial view of the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex
Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
14th July 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The complex produced a record 103 786 t of copper concentrate in the second quarter, compared with the 93 603 t produced in the first quarter, representing an 11% increase quarter-on-quarter. 


Harnessing Wind Power for a Sustainable Grid Expansion
12th July 2023

By Janek Winand, Managing Director South Africa, Siemens Gamesa South Africa’s energy challenges with daily power cuts and regular load shedding have put the country at a critical juncture, with... 


Eskom Power Lines
Stalled South African power projects for 1 850 MW risk losing grid access
12th July 2023 By: Bloomberg

Companies yet to complete financing arrangements to build 1 850 MW of power-generation capacity in South Africa in terms of a government tender in 2021 may lose the right to connect to the national... 


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Local burner and boiler solutions
12th July 2023

Steinmüller Africa offers boilers and burners as a part of its engineering services and designs and manufactures coal-, oil- and gas-fired boilers and pulverised burners at its facility in... 


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