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Northam finalises PPA for solar plant at Limpopo mine
4th October 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed Northam Platinum has finalised a power purchase agreement (PPA) with an independent power producer (IPP) for an 80 MW solar power plant to service its Zondereinde operation, near the... 


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PVC packaging becoming preferred choice
4th October 2024

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is considered to be the most versatile thermoplastic, having established itself as an essential material in the packaging industry. Its unique properties offer a variety of... 


An image of a wellhead at Sasol's Temane operations in Mozambique
Depleting gas reserves threaten future gas security
4th October 2024

Future security of supply is of major concern to pipeline operator Republic of Mozambique Pipeline Investments Company’s (Rompco’s) as gas supply from the Pande and Temane gasfields, operated by... 


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Mandela Day outreach gives back to Sasolburg communities
4th October 2024

Integrated energy and chemicals company Sasol and crude oil refinery National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (Natref) employees in Sasolburg marked Nelson Mandela International Day, on July 18... 


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South African electricity sector’s migration to multimarket structure under way
4th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's energy market was liberalising and evolving, with State efforts to establish a stable and effective framework and moving at pace on energy transition matters, along with... 


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South African electricity sector’s migration to multimarket structure under way
4th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa's energy market was liberalising and evolving, with State efforts to establish a stable and effective framework and moving at pace on energy transition matters, along with... 


Coca-Cola, bottling partners to invest $25m in water initiatives in Africa
4th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Coca-Cola Company in Africa and its bottling partners – Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) and Coca-Cola HBC – plan to invest nearly $25-million to... 


COSATU Nationwide Socio-Economic Protest: Employers Preparedness Crucial
COSATU Nationwide Socio-Economic Protest: Employers Preparedness Crucial
3rd October 2024

By: John Botha - Joint-CEO Global Business Solutions The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has formally notified the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) of its... 


Opinion: Danish-South African energy cooperation to unleash just energy transition in grid-ready regions
Opinion: Danish-South African energy cooperation to unleash just energy transition in grid-ready regions
3rd October 2024

South Africa has some of the best resources for wind and solar energy in the world. However, the country battles with grid constraints in areas with higher wind speeds, and little renewable-energy... 


Africa: A Rising Global Economic Powerhouse with Lucrative Investment Opportunities Across Key Sectors
Africa: A Rising Global Economic Powerhouse with Lucrative Investment Opportunities Across Key Sectors
3rd October 2024

As Africa rapidly emerges as a key player in the global economy, the continent presents a wealth of lucrative investment opportunities across a range of high-growth sectors.   From agriculture to... 


Curnance Unleashes the Power of AI with Microsoft Azure to Transform Fintech Experience
Curnance Unleashes the Power of AI with Microsoft Azure to Transform Fintech Experience
3rd October 2024

Curnance is thrilled to announce the integration of cutting-edge AI technologies, powered by Microsoft Azure, to revolutionize the user experience on its fintech platform. Our commitment to... 


TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne
TotalEnergies CEO to meet Mozambique president to move forward with project in country
3rd October 2024 By: Reuters

TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne said he planned to go to Mozambique later this month to meet the country's new president about the company's planned Mozambique LNG project. "The project remains... 


ED Platform’s Socially Responsible Green Electrons concept ensures that energy development is intrinsically linked to core socio-economic development and progress in Africa.
Tapping into Africa’s new energy frontier: Socially responsible green electrons
3rd October 2024

Access to affordable and reliable energy across Africa is a crucial driver of economic and social development. Without it, agricultural productivity, food security and industrial development are... 


Goscor Lift Trucks Helps Access World Reduce Carbon Footprint by 3,079.5 Tons with New Electric Forklift Fleet
2nd October 2024

Goscor Lift Trucks (GLT), a leading provider of forklifts and materials handling solutions since 1984, proudly announces the supply of a fleet of 44 Bobcat Li-ion forklifts to Access World for... 


Paladin gets security review notice from Canada on Fission Uranium deal
Paladin gets security review notice from Canada on Fission Uranium deal
2nd October 2024 By: Reuters

Australia's Paladin Energy said it has received a notice from a Canadian ministry ordering a national security review of its acquisition of Canadian uranium explorer Fission Uranium for... 


A mine near the town of Rubaya in the DRC
UN says Congo rebels generating $300 000 monthly in seized mining area
1st October 2024 By: Reuters

Rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have consolidated control over the Rubaya coltan mining region, imposing a production tax estimated to generate around $300 000 in monthly... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Grid and regulatory hurdles stand in way of Ramokgopa’s ‘ultra-aggressive’ renewables vision
30th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says that government would like to be “ultra-aggressive” in the roll-out of new renewable energy, which he describes as the “future”.... 


Cyprium cements commercial partnership with Glencore
Cyprium cements commercial partnership with Glencore
30th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

ASX-listed Cyprium Metals has closed a senior secured loan facility and executed an offtake agreement with Glencore, cementing its commercial partnership with the commodities major. Glencore will... 


Nedbank, Standard Bank to be Land Bank AEF technical partners
30th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned agricultural development finance institution Land Bank has partnered with financial firms Avo Solar from Nedbank and Standard Bank Power Pulse as technical partners to support its Agro... 


 Penflex CEO Sean Stuttaford
Hybrid solar PV, battery system to halve Penflex' reliance on grid power
30th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South African stationery and plastic products manufacturer Penflex will install a hybrid solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS), which will halve its demand for electricity generated by... 


Lesotho Highlands Water Project tunnel set for six-month closure
30th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) tunnel is set to be closed on Tuesday for a period of six months for critical maintenance. The closure of the LHWP tunnel will affect the Phase I Water... 


India, US likely to sign pact on critical minerals, sources say
30th September 2024 By: Reuters

India and the United States are likely to sign an initial pact for cooperation on critical minerals this week, two government sources said, as the two countries try to bolster trade ties despite... 


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Schreiber unveils Home Affairs’ plans to 'restore integrity' to SA's national security
30th September 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

In marking 100 days in office for the Government of National Unity, Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber highlighted that over the next five years all the department’s services must become fully... 


Panama Finance Minister Felipe Chapman
Panama sees exports of stockpiled First Quantum copper as viable
30th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Panama’s finance chief said he sees no good reason why First Quantum Minerals shouldn’t export the large volume of copper stockpiled at its shuttered mine in the country. The government is working... 


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First Egg Master Plan project hatched in Gauteng West Rand
27th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Gauteng Agriculture and Rural Development MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa has launched the first Egg Master Plan project, the Shumbaset egg packing station, in the Gauteng West Rand. The project will involve... 


Prasheen Maharaj and Vard Marine's Derek Buxton
SAS partners with Fincantieri, Vard Marine to build offshore patrol vessels in SA
27th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Sandock Austral Shipyards (SAS) in Durban has signed a technology partnership agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and its Canadian subsidiary Vard Marine to construct the Afrika class... 


Unidentified solar engineers at the Steelpoort array
Provest Group goes solar for energy at its Steelpoort plant
27th September 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African mining, industrial and construction industries services provider Provest Group has successfully established a solar energy system at its Steelpoort plant, in Limpopo province.... 


Russia's USM threatens legal action over confiscation of its iron-ore in Ukraine
27th September 2024 By: Reuters

MOSCOW – Russia's USM said on Friday it will take legal action against any party seeking to buy iron-ore expropriated from the conglomerate by Ukrainian authorities. It rejected a ruling by... 


The above image depicts the 275 W solar panels designed by Ener-G-Africa
New local hub to produce advanced solar panels for African market
27th September 2024

Manufacturing energy company Ener-G-Africa (EGA) has significantly expanded its operations by relocating to a new, larger manufacturing hub in Paarl, in the Western Cape, as it launches larger... 


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Localisation key to unlocking potential
27th September 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Efforts to catalyse the localisation of the automotive component manufacturing sector are critical to economic development, says financial services company Nedbank Commercial Banking manufacturing... 


The above image depicts the panelists from the PespsiCo South Africa's Linkden Live Event
Closing gender gap key to economic growth
27th September 2024

Addressing the gender-diversity gap in South Africa’s agricultural sector is crucial for its future growth. This was the central message from Agriculture and Rural Development MEC Vuyiswa... 


An image of a truck enhanced with Internet of Things
Solutions boost verification efficiency, combat theft
27th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Declining coal prices globally have prompted coal producers to optimise costs and improve efficiencies across their value chain, with an increased focus on combating coal theft and quality... 


  	Christopher Edyegu, China expert at Africa Risk Consulting
China-Africa chill just hype
27th September 2024

The recently concluded Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing, China, demonstrated that the Asian country’s relations with Africa are stronger and more robust than many had framed... 


Jackpot or jinx?
27th September 2024 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

The race for Africa’s critical minerals has sparked a mixed reaction. On one hand, there is excitement that these minerals – key to the transition to a low-carbon future – could herald a new age of... 


An image of Mark Tanton
Wind energy investment to be increased for future grid stability
27th September 2024

South Africa recorded a landmark 160 days with no loadshedding, the longest period in over four years. However, maintaining future grid stability will require a doubling down on wind investment as... 


Image of fertiliser in hand
Amufert fertiliser plant, Angola
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Amufert plans to build a plant that will boost industrialisation, provide increased food security and position Angola as the food basket of the region. 


Concor was honoured by the Master Builders Association (MBA) North, winning in the regional category for projects under R15 million, for the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, along with the reconfiguration of an underground parking area into a taxi holding facility
Concor's mastery in fast track project implementation underscored by safety award
26th September 2024

Concor once again showcased its remarkable ability to execute complex, fast track projects with exceptional efficiency and safety during the construction of the new drop-off and pick-up facility,... 


Kamala Harris
Harris vows to create US critical minerals stockpile, incentives
26th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Vice President Kamala Harris vowed to create a national stockpile of critical minerals, saying a cache of the materials used in everything from batteries to defense systems is needed for economic... 


The evolution of cybersecurity in the construction industry
The evolution of cybersecurity in the construction industry
25th September 2024

By: Morag Evans - CEO of Databuild The increasing connectedness of the world means cyber threats have become a daily occurrence. No sector is safe as cybercriminals look to exploit any weakness to... 


The intake options being investigated for the proposed desalination site
Cape Town to wrap up desalination plant feasibility study in 2025, first water possible in 2030
25th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) has started the feasibility study on the proposed Paarden Island desalination plant, says CoCT Water and Sanitation MMC Zahid Badroodien. The study is being undertaken... 


TNPA headoffice
TNPA puts out tender for LNG terminal environmental-impact assessment
25th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

State-owned Transnet subsidiary Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA), in collaboration with Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) and the Industrial Development Corporation, has approached the... 


Jose Fernandez
US-led group weighs funding more mineral projects to counter China dominance
25th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

A US-led coalition of countries is looking at funding more minerals projects using a financing network aimed at combating China’s dominance of metal supply chains. The Minerals Security... 


Australia clears coal mine expansions in hit to green goals
Australia clears coal mine expansions in hit to green goals
25th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Australia approved the expansion of three coal mines, sparking criticism of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s administration and its efforts to keep emissions in check. The government cleared an... 


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