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South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of the African continent, bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Eswatini, with Lesotho as an enclave within its territory. The capital cities are Pretoria (executive), Cape Town (legislative) and Bloemfontein (judicial). With a population of about 60-million people, South Africa has the most industrialised and diversified economy on the continent, historically built on mining—particularly gold, platinum and diamonds—but also encompassing manufacturing, finance, agriculture and services. The country's currency is the rand. South Africa operates as a parliamentary republic with a president serving as both head of state and head of government. It is a member of the Southern African Development Community, the African Union, BRICS Plus and the Commonwealth. The economy is characterised by significant infrastructure, including extensive rail and port networks, but faces challenges including high unemployment, inequality and intermittent electricity supply constraints. Key exports include minerals, metals, vehicles and machinery. Since the end of apartheid in 1994, South Africa has pursued economic liberalisation and regional integration whilst grappling with the legacy of racial segregation and uneven development.

South Africa News


Ascenso and Royal Tyres launch next-generation radial OTR mining tyre range at Electra Mining Africa
Ascenso and Royal Tyres launch next-generation radial OTR mining tyre range at Electra Mining Africa
Updated 2 hours 33 minutes ago

Ascenso Tyres has entered South African mining market with the launch of its next-generation All-Steel Radial Off-The-Road (R-OTR) giants at Electra Mining Africa 2026 through its strategic... 


AECOM highlights need for science-based PFAS regulation in South Africa
Updated 3 hours ago

Global infrastructure leader AECOM is urging the introduction of enforceable regulatory limits for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in South Africa, as a growing body of evidence... 


Zutari celebrates engineering excellence with major CESA Aon awards
Updated 3 hours ago

It was a standout evening for Zutari at the 2026 CESA Aon Engineering Excellence Awards on 20 August, with its people and projects recognised for technical excellence, innovation, leadership and... 


 Frankly, the grid needs to become more intelligent
Frankly, the grid needs to become more intelligent
Updated 5 hours ago

By: Nishandra Bajinath - Digital Grid, Head of Sales in Sub-Saharan Africa at Schneider Electric South Africa’s power grid is entering a new era, and it is remarkable. In just a few short years,... 


 Site competence isn’t developed in a classroom
Site competence isn’t developed in a classroom
Updated 5 hours ago

Tjeka Training Matters has responded to the persistent shortage of site-level leadership capability in South African construction by launching TJEKA GO, a facilitator-supported distance learning... 


Top artisans celebrated at the South African National Artisan Awards (SANAA) 2026
Top artisans celebrated at the South African National Artisan Awards (SANAA) 2026
Updated 7 hours ago

The country’s brightest technical talents took centre stage at the South African Artisan Awards (SANAA) 2026, which brought together 14 winners who were celebrated and honoured for their... 


A South African mine
Manufacturing, mining weigh on second-quarter economic growth; GDP contracts by 0.2% q/q
Updated 7 hours ago By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) contracted by 0.2% quarter-on-quarter for the second quarter, following growth of 0.4% in the first quarter of the year, Statistics South Africa (Stats... 


The real reason why alcohol-related disciplinary decisions are being put to the test in court
The real reason why alcohol-related disciplinary decisions are being put to the test in court
Updated 7 hours ago

By: Rhys Evans - Managing Director at ALCO-Safe For many South African businesses, workplace alcohol policies are designed with the best intentions: to protect safety, maintain productivity, and... 


Corporate PPAs to outpace public procurement in South Africa for first time in 2026 – BNEF
Corporate PPAs to outpace public procurement in South Africa for first time in 2026 – BNEF
8th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs) are set to drive more utility-scale renewable additions in South Africa than government auctions for the first time in 2026, a new publication by... 


Sibanye-Stillwater's Rustenburg PGM operation
Sibanye-Stillwater proposes restructure of South African PGM shaft; 1 114 jobs on the line
8th September 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Global mining and metals processing group Sibanye-Stillwater will start consultations with organised labour and non-unionised employees regarding the proposed restructuring of the Kwezi shaft – an... 


Rossi Southern Africa MD Kyle Dick spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from September 7 to 11, 2026.
Rossi combines Italian engineering with reliable power transmission solutions
8th September 2026

As industrial operations across Africa face growing demands for productivity, efficiency and reliability, the performance of power transmission equipment has become increasingly important. Italian... 


The Tenke Fungurume mine in the DRC
Congo extends State control over mining with bid to lock down geological data
8th September 2026 By: Reuters

Democratic Republic of Congo plans to tighten control over geological data that guides billions of dollars in mining exploration, potentially extending state influence over the development of... 


Western Cape Manufacturing Opportunity Takes Centre Stage as Province Targets Growth, Exports and Jobs
Western Cape Manufacturing Opportunity Takes Centre Stage as Province Targets Growth, Exports and Jobs
8th September 2026

The Western Cape’s manufacturing sector is emerging as an increasingly important driver of the province’s ambitions for economic growth, exports, investment and job creation, creating significant... 


New Multotec chairperson Thomas Holtz handing CEO baton to Johan Robbertse at Electra Mining Africa.
Multotec highlights global success as it hands over CEO baton at Electra Mining Africa
7th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s Multotec, whose equipment is now used to optimise recoveries and reduce cost of ownership in mineral processing plants in 100 countries on six continents, highlighted its global... 


Redpath Africa Limited delivers critical infrastructure for Northam Platinum’s Zondereinde expansion
Redpath Africa Limited delivers critical infrastructure for Northam Platinum’s Zondereinde expansion
7th September 2026

Contributing to the development of critical infrastructure at one of the world’s deepest platinum mines, Redpath Africa Limited has completed its component of Northam Platinum’s Zondereinde Western... 


BBF Safety Group MD Ndlela Mazibuko spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
BBF Safety Group strengthens workplace protection
7th September 2026

BBF Safety Group is a leading African manufacturer and supplier of safety footwear and personal protective equipment, providing fit-for-purpose safety solutions to industries across South Africa... 


End-2027 timeline outlined for independent Transmission System Operator
End-2027 timeline outlined for independent Transmission System Operator
7th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The request for proposals (RFP) issued for the appointment of a transaction adviser to support the establishment of a fully independent Transmission System Operator (TSO) confirms that the adviser... 



FLS capital sales director for Africa PCV business line Derek Lane spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
FLS strengthens mining reliability and lifecycle support across Africa
7th September 2026

For mining operations across Africa, reliability means more than equipment performance. Remote locations, extended supply chains and logistical challenges mean that fast access to technical... 


Kropz to restructure Elandsfontein as Middle East conflict dents phosphate rock demand
Kropz to restructure Elandsfontein as Middle East conflict dents phosphate rock demand
7th September 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed Kropz has begun an urgent operational review and restructuring process at Kropz Elandsfontein, in South Africa. The company says the operation has continued to face significant financial... 


Booyco Electronics CEO Anton Lourens spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
Booyco Electronics advances smarter mine safety
7th September 2026

As mining operations become increasingly connected and technology-driven, Booyco Electronics is helping mines strengthen safety through intelligent Proximity Detection Systems (PDS) and Collision... 


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