Woodlands Dairy water recovery plant saves 217 000m3 water

South African dairy manufacturer Woodlands Dairy has successfully commissioned a water recovery plant which has saved about 217 m3 of water. The plant, commissioned in March 2017, has recovered... 

Global smartphone shipments rebound expected only in 2024

On the back of a slower market recovery than previously expected, market intelligence and advisory services firm International Data Corporation (IDC) has revised its worldwide smartphone forecast... 

Drone academy opens its doors

A new drone academy has been opened in Midrand, Johannesburg, to provide relevant training for a futureproof career in the drone space. The Rectron Drone Academy was launched in partnership between... 

Fujifilm’s new SA head office emphasises its ongoing commitment to the country

As Fujifilm South Africa celebrates its tenth anniversary in the country, the technology group has unveiled a new head office in Sandton. Marking a new chapter for the company’s presence in South... 

Classification system to define water developed

A global water classification system to define water as reserves and resources to put on the balance sheet has been developed to ensure this increasingly scarce resource can be measured and... 

Telkom embarks on cost-saving programmes as loadshedding, other challenges shrink earnings

JSE-listed Telkom has embarked on cost saving programmes to ensure its sustainability moving forward as it continues to face challenges dragging its earnings. The company is feeling the pressure... 

Last year’s spectrum auction bodes well for telecoms sector in 2023

Despite the dual headwinds of loadshedding and consumer inflation, 2023 has the potential to be a watershed year for telecommunications in South Africa, says cloud-based, business telephone service... 

5G drives growth for communications service providers

A new report has revealed a correlation between fifth-generation (5G) uptake and revenue growth for communications service providers (CSPs). A special Ericsson Mobility Report, the Business Review... 

Rand Water unveils largest-of-its-type reservoir in Ekurhuleni

Rand Water has unveiled a new 210 Mℓ post-tensioned concrete reservoir in Benoni, Ekurhuleni, deemed to be the largest of its type in South Africa. The next largest reservoir of its type is a 200... 

SA delegation to scout out Tanzania oil and gas investment opportunities next month

Research and consulting company Africa House and industry body South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) are preparing to lead a delegation to Tanzania in March to help South African firms establish... 

Telcos feeling pressure of sustained levels of loadshedding

As South Africa’s persistent loadshedding shows no signs of abating, the country’s telecommunications companies are having to ramp up mitigation measures in an effort to keep consumers connected.... 

Preparatory work under way on commercial centre that will serve LHWP Phase II project area

Preparatory stages of construction of the Polihali commercial centre at Masakong are under way after the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) awarded the M11.3-million contract to Unik... 

Construction to start on Tzaneen dam wall raising

Construction to raise the Tzaneen dam wall by 3 m is set to start, following the issuing of the safety licence on February 10. The construction will start in March, with an estimated project... 

Consolidation ‘likely to happen’ in SA telecoms sector

Consolidation within South Africa’s telecommunications industry is likely and in line with global trends, predicts Montegray Capital founder and CEO Michael Jordaan. Speaking during a financial... 

Reconfiguration of South Africa’s water boards ‘moving with speed’ – Mchunu

The efforts of the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to reconfigure South Africa’s water boards, and ensure the provision of water and sanitation services for all, is “moving with speed”,... 

Cloud spending to accelerate across Africa in 2023 – report

Companies across Africa are planning to increase their spending on cloud computing over the next year, a new study reveals. According to the Cloud in Africa 2023 study, more than two-thirds of... 

SA mining sector can play key role in saving water – AECI

The South African mining sector can play a significant role in water savings, says water treatment chemicals, equipment and services group AECI Water executive Dean Mulqueeny. With about 200 mines... 

Interest in fully automated cranes increasing in Africa – Condra MD

There is increased interest in automated cranes, amid the growing awareness of the benefits of full crane automation, says crane manufacturer Condra MD Marc Kleiner. It is currently the most... 

Smartphone shipments record largest decline in a single quarter

Worldwide smartphone shipments experienced the largest decline in a single quarter during the last three months of 2022, preliminary data from market intelligence and advisory services firm... 

Africa needs modern, harmonised regulations for universal broadband coverage – MTN CEO

Telecommunications giant MTN Group president and CEO Ralph Mupita has called for the modernisation and harmonisation of regulatory frameworks across Africa as well as the collective effort of all... 

Africa House, SAOGA to lead delegation to showcase opportunities in Tanzania

Research and consulting company Africa House and industry body South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) are preparing to lead a delegation to Tanzania in March to help South African firms establish... 

Accelerated action needed to ensure safe drinking water, sanitation, hygiene for all

The latest findings from a World Health Organisation (WHO) and United Nations (UN) Water report show an urgent need to accelerate action in many countries to achieve safe and sustainably managed... 

Three 2Africa subsea cables now landed in South Africa

The 2Africa subsea cable has landed at the Vodacom network facility in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape, marking the third landing on the coast of South Africa of the world’s largest submarine cable... 

Online retail passed R50bn mark in 2022 as post-Covid trend continued

Online retail in South Africa surpassed the R50-billion milestone in 2022, a new study by World Wide Worx and Mastercard shows. Amid an ongoing boom in demand for home deliveries, online retail... 

ICT sector can help sub-Saharan Africa slash emissions by 15% by 2030 – Ericsson

The information and communications technology (ICT) sector has a significant role to play in helping sub-Saharan Africa achieve its various climate targets, says Ericsson head of sustainability and... 

Samsung launches Solve for Tomorrow programme in South Africa

Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow programme, designed to increase youth interest and proficiency in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, has reached South African shores.... 

AM adapter gets an upgrade

Automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has introduced its AMS adapter, an upgrade of the company’s well-known AM adapter, into the South African market. The AMS adapter, which enables SEW-EURODRIVE’s... 

Company develops low-cost, low-maintenance water treatment system

Water treatment company GAST Clearwater has developed a water treatment system to improve water quality globally without the use of obnoxious chemicals, biological components or membranes. The... 

South African coal mine equipped with 5G

Canyon Coal’s Phalanndwa Colliery is set to become a fifth-generation (5G) connected coal mine operation after it partnered with Huawei, MTN and Minetec Smart Mining to enable guaranteed... 

Global 5G growth continues despite macroeconomic challenges

Despite economic challenges in many regions worldwide, fifth-generation (5G) technology continues to scale faster than any previous mobile generation. By the end of 2028, global 5G subscriptions... 

Microsoft, Viasat partner to deliver Internet access to underserved communities

Multinational technology corporation Microsoft and global communications company Viasat have partnered to increase access to the Internet for ten-million people worldwide – including five-million... 

MTN named South Africa’s best mobile network for 2022

Telecommunications giant MTN has secured the title of South Africa’s best mobile network for 2022 in MyBroadband Insights’ Mobile Network Quality Report. The yearly report, released on January 16,... 

Digitalisation can optimise South Africa’s water and wastewater infrastructure – Schneider Electric

Digital transformation can play a significant role in reshaping the water and wastewater sector, particularly across ageing infrastructure, which continues to face challenges such as water leaks... 

BCX delivers 5G solutions to Mpumalanga mine to improve safety, productivity

Information and communication technology group BCX has partnered with Huawei and MPI to deliver innovative fifth-generation (5G) solutions to the Nungu mine, in Witbank, bringing about enhancements... 

Condra completes 32 t yard crane for Mpumalanga refinery

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has completed a 32 t, 30-metre-span container handling crane for Mbombela-based metals refinery Manganese Metal Company (MMC). MMC’s gantry was delivered on... 

Cape Town calls for reduced water use on the back of this year’s below-average rainfall

The City of Cape Town has set a proactive water savings target, based on this year’s below average rainfall, until the next rainy season. Despite there being no immediate cause for concern about... 

Microsoft hosts meetup for startup founders and upcoming entrepreneurs

As Microsoft continues its ambitions of accelerating the growth of 10 000 African startups and fast-tracking investment in Africa’s startup ecosystem over the next five years, it hosted, through... 

Global smartphone shipments continue to decelerate

Global smartphone shipments continue to be impacted on by slowed demand and setbacks in China, with an updated forecast for the worldwide smartphone market from the International Data Corporation... 

Orange launches its commercial 5G network in Botswana

Telecommunications group Orange Botswana has become the first Orange affiliate in Africa to launch fifth-generation (5G) commercially. Since November, 5G connectivity has been available in greater... 

Mteto Nyati takes 40% stake in Business Systems Group

Former Altron CEO and prominent businessperson Mteto Nyati has invested in South African business and technology consulting firm Business Systems Group (BSG), taking a significant 40% ownership,...