Critical minerals mine inching towards construction

The completion of a feasibility study on the Kabanga nickel project, in Tanzania, in July 2025 was a “defining moment” for the project owner, modern metals developer Lifezone Metals, and for the... 

Fund de-risks activities, supports longevity

Eligible South African junior miners can access funding through the Junior Mining Exploration Fund (JMEF) to de-risk early-stage exploration projects. Increased exploration activity will help to... 

Attracting junior- focused capital

The junior mining sector in South Africa is well equipped with resources, knowledge and skills to place the mining sector on an upward trajectory to again become a leading player in the supply of... 

Further investment needed to lift sector

Because junior mining companies are the principal drivers of mineral exploration in South Africa, junior mining lobby association the Junior Mining Council (JMC) is calling for increased investment... 

Junior mining, exploration critical to industry longevity

The junior mining and exploration sectors in South Africa provide a way forward to expand the country’s critical minerals discovery and producing capability, with various funding programmes to... 

Private sector to spur revitalisation

South Africa’s rail network infrastructure challenges continue to stifle economic competitiveness, sustainability and regional integration, and the network requires a complete revitalisation... 

Rail corridor revival will bolster service, safety

The revival of the Mitchells Plain rail corridor in the Western Cape – undertaken by South African passenger rail transport company Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA), in collaboration... 

Technology, safety programme would improve operations

Road freight operators with truck fleets should proactively seek to combat ongoing safety concerns in the country by integrating modern technologies into their fleets while implementing a safety... 

OEM promises sustainability, enhanced operationality

Light commercial vehicle original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Foton affords small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) access to electric vehicle (EV) options to mitigate the impact of high fuel... 

AI optimises logistics solutions

In fusing automation and AI with real-time operations through its latest Tower model – an innovation that leverages digital twin technology – energy solutions company Schneider Electric is enabling... 

Huawei supports growth through automation, AI

In progressing its automation and AI solutions globally, information and communications technology (ICT) company Huawei launched the ACT Pathway in Barcelona, Spain, last month.  The framework was... 

AI solution boosts farming capacity, market access

Agricultural automation and AI solutions platform Farmflex which has been shortlisted as a nominee for the 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation – created by farming solutions company Lema... 

Tanzania expands critical minerals supply, grows gold

Several key commodities mined in Tanzania – including graphite, lithium and rare-earth elements – are set to drive demand in the global energy transition this year as a global rush drives offtake... 

Bank keen to assist in growing Tanzania’s mining sector

Tanzania-based financial services provider Stanbic Bank Tanzania – a division of the Standard Bank Group – is supporting the growth and diversification of the Tanzanian mining sector by investing... 

Producers call for industry rescue through tariff renewal

The sugar industry crisis needs to be urgently addressed, as the negative impacts of increased sugar imports will cause collateral damage to the entire South African sugar industry, says brown... 

Tariff adjustment would facilitate recovery

Industry regulatory body South African Sugar Association (SASA) is advocating for the urgent implementation of the key pillars of the Sugarcane Value Chain Master Plan to 2030 – including strategic... 

Alternative for sugar industry offers revenue diversification

The ongoing sugar industry crisis in South Africa is leaving sugarcane growers, millers and refiners with little hope regarding the industry’s sustainability. However, sustainable solutions... 

Diversification, product development key to growth

South Africa’s sugar industry needs a collaborative effort aimed at diversifying its sugarcane-based product offerings, says rum distillery Sugar Baron. The company is creating value-add in the... 

Crane refurbishment project for power station

Lifting equipment supplier Condra Cranes & Hoists is working on multiple refurbishment projects, including a 10 t crane for a client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, and a 5 t crane with 19 m span for a... 

New hoist solutions improve heavy lifting 

The latest range of GEDA hoists – introduced to the Southern African market by equipment solutions provider SkyJacks this year – are capable of lifting materials and workers to heights exceeding... 

Firm outlines steps towards infrastructure renewal

Securing South Africa’s water future requires disciplined implementation, diversified supply and stronger financial governance, says financial services provider Investec Sustainable Solutions... 

Modern tech improves water infrastructure, combats scarcity

South Africa’s ongoing water challenges are exacerbated by ageing water infrastructure, owing to failing asset performance and tardy maintenance, in relation to plant efficiency and stable water... 

Reuse plants offer S Africa alternative water sources

In the lead-up to National Water Week – commemorated from next week – asset management firm Mergence Investment Managers – in collaboration with water management company South African Water Works –... 

Modern solutions improve operationality

Industrial valves supplier for the mining sector Invincible Valves' latest innovation for valve-related processes, known as the chain wheel innovation, controls valves that are installed at height.... 

Valve station for gold miner developed

High-pressure water-powered valves and mining products and services company Hydro Power Equipment (HPE) is engineering a “robust” pressure-sustaining valve station to maintain a desired vertical... 

Metal’s recyclability could facilitate improved economic development

The South African private and public sectors must implement better recycled-metal production methods and metal recycling initiatives to help foster a circular economy and improved economic... 

Fire protection systems safeguard infrastructure, workers

The adoption of fire protection systems and technologies within South African waste management and/or recycling facilities is becoming increasingly important given the risks to workers and... 

Modern demolition solutions can boost ESG performance

Environment-friendly and safe infrastructure demolition and deconstruction, delivered through turnkey solutions and ethical processes in both operational and redundant environments, is a key... 

Modern fire-fighting systems improve mine safety

Fires and potential explosions at mine sites can be averted and mitigated against with the proper use of fire-suppressing technologies, such as water-mist and aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF)... 

Shaft scanner sheds light on issues, safety

To enhance mine shaft safety, mining technology integration company Dwyka Mining Services (Dwyka), in partnership with mine shaft and mine safety solutions company Point.Laz, launched Point.Laz’s... 

Uptake of alternative fuels necessitates better medical support access

The maritime energy transition from traditional fuels and marine gas to cleaner fuels, such as ammonia, biofuels, e-fuels, hydrogen, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and methanol, is raising concern at... 

Repair service underpins company’s support of industrial sectors

Industrial equipment supplier BMG repairs Hansen industrial gear units (IGUs) in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s documented procedures, consequently preserving the design tolerances and... 

LHDA advances Phase 2

The professional body responsible for the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) operations and maintenance, the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA), is steadily progressing the... 

Solar plant success heralds Namibia’s wheeling push

Making headway in the Namibian energy sector, renewable-energy solutions provider Sustainable Power Solutions’ (SPS’s) latest project – the 10 MW Maxwell solar power plant – is a wheeling project... 

Renewables company provides key services to Namibian energy sector

Renewable energy project solutions company Harmattan Renewables is involved in the Mariental and Greenam solar PV plants, providing due diligence services, and is currently Lenders’ Technical... 

Woman engineer contributes to systemic change

The inaugural Women in Project Management Summit 2025 – held in August this year and hosted by Project Managers Africa – showcased women who contribute positively to the South African industrial... 

Tool helps address civil engineering, construction industry capacity gaps

The Global Engineering Capability Review (GECR) is a first-of-its-kind tool created by international engineering body Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE) in partnership with global safety charity... 

Association promotes zinc for infrastructure longevity

The South African engineering and construction industry should seek to increase the uptake of refined zinc and zinc coatings, resulting in the reduction of substantial capital costs and financial... 

Road upgrades promise enhanced operations

The construction works for the upgrade of the N2 and N3 freeways in KwaZulu-Natal – worth R19-billion for the N2 and R33-billion for the N3 – are on track for completion in 2032, says SANRAL... 

Education, training bolster development

It is possible to bridge South Africa’s engineering and construction sector capacity gaps through education and training initiatives that provide a strong foundation for future infrastructure...