Modern VSDs deliver energy, operational efficiencies 

Renewed focus on energy efficiency, process optimisation and operating cost reduction is driving interest in variable speed drive (VSD) technology across Southern Africa, owing to the operational... 

Truck-mounted unit improves water use

Aligned with the requirements of remote mining environments, where access to clean water is limited, high-pressure jetting and vacuum equipment manufacturer Werner Pumps has developed a... 

Diesel pumps remain a reliable solution despite sustainability concerns

While rising fuel costs and sustainability considerations are encouraging equipment electrification, diesel engine provider YC Diesel GM Paul Lastrucci says diesel pumps remain the most reliable... 

Pumps provider expands range offering

Pump solutions provider Pumps for Africa has been appointed as an authorised distributor and repairer of water technology developer Xylem’s Flygt pumps range, marking a significant milestone for... 

Phase 1 water scheme delivers tangible improvements

As Phase 1 of the Kokstad Water Supply Scheme programme, in the Harry Gwala district municipality, in KwaZulu-Natal, nears completion, completed works have already delivered tangible improvements... 

Restoration project advances

Following its appointment in May 2025 to assist in restoring and rehabilitating Parliament’s Old Assembly Building, in Cape Town, demolition contractor Draco Group completed its full scope of work... 

Local architectural studio joins global collective, expanding its reach

South African architectural studio dhk Architects has joined global architecture firm Egis Group’s 10N collective, marking a significant milestone in the Cape Town- and Johannesburg-based studio's... 

Steel shortage, tariffs drive up costs

The gap in local supply of lighter long steel products, following the closure of steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa’s Newcastle Works in November last year, compounded by tariffs, has... 

Inadequate enforcement limits regulation impact

While South Africa has appropriate insulation regulatory frameworks in place across thermal performance, fire safety and consumer protection, inadequate enforcement "creates gaps" in their... 

Junior prioritises fluorspar mine development

While junior explorer Altona Rare Earths is undertaking metallurgy work at its Monte Muambe rare earths and Monte Muambe fluorspar and gallium projects, in Mozambique, it is prioritising the... 

Structural challenges cloud Mozambique’s graphite potential

Although Mozambique possesses significant long-term potential in critical minerals – particularly graphite – persistent structural challenges continue to raise concerns among investors on the... 

Reform aims to effect resource sovereignty

Aligned with Mozambique’s aim of asserting resource sovereignty, its Parliament approved amendments to the Mining Law last month, including a minimum 15% State equity stake through State mining... 

S Africa is key for German expansion in Africa

German investment in South Africa is likely to continue as German companies target new markets and long-term opportunities, leveraging the country as an entry point into the African market, says... 

German-engineered solutions meet evolving local demands

Advanced technologies, sensor and measuring instrument manufacturer VEGA GRIESHABER KG brings German-engineered solutions to Southern Africa’s mining industry, improving efficiency, safety and... 

German investors remain cautiously optimistic amid challenging landscape

German companies have remained committed to developing a strong South African footprint, despite various structural challenges, and overall investor sentiment among German companies remains... 

Refurbished hardware bypasses constraints

Refurbished hardware offers a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to buying new hardware while bypassing constrained chip availability and supply chain disruptions, says refurbished... 

Global logistics company to develop new centre

Signalling its confidence in South Africa’s role as a regional logistics and distribution hub for sub‑Saharan Africa, global logistics company DHL will invest R220-million in a new multi user... 

ESD programmes enable formal supply chain integration

Amid South Africa’s evolving procurement landscape, enterprise and supplier development (ESD) programmes are assisting small suppliers in building the capability, compliance and credibility needed... 

Structural constraints leave OEMs’ supply chain exposed

Despite experiencing frequent supply chain disruptions over the last six years, suppliers remain reactive rather than proactive, owing to structural constraints within the value chain, leaving... 

Gemstone miner focuses on stabilising operation

Following a period of concurrent but transient challenges that weighed on near-term cash flow, gemstone miner Gemfields’ priority for this year is to focus resources on securing profitability... 

Zambia resurgence signals regional growth opportunities

The Zambian mining industry is resurgent and is on track to sustain double-digit growth in its production of copper, positioning the country to facilitate regional growth across Southern and East... 

Stronger action needed to realise full potential

Following a prolonged period of underperformance and strained investor relations, Zambia’s mining sector is in a phase of cautious recovery and consolidation, says specialist global risk... 

Exploration boost required to meet production goal

While Zambia’s mining sector is becoming significantly more active, with an expanding project pipeline and improved turnaround at existing operations, exploration activity must accelerate... 

Surface miners face mounting challenges post Covid survival

The small-scale surface mining and opencast sector is contending with complex challenges – including lower affiliated commodities demand and illegal mining – which are hindering the industry’s... 

Iron-ore major effects water stewardship

Through in-depth consideration and a variety of initiatives, iron-ore miner Kumba Iron Ore is effectively reducing freshwater use at its operations, as well as positively contributing to water... 

Sector’s sustainability depends on modernisation

While technically resilient, the South African metal fabrication sector is structurally constrained, with its future contingent on its embracing modernisation, sustainability and skills... 

Challenges erode industry sustainability

While South Africa’s metal fabrication and metalworking sector is diverse, resilient and robust, it faces significant constraints, compounded by competition from Asian markets, which threaten the... 

Generators continue to offer value

Amid South Africa's evolving energy landscape, generators and standby power solutions remain highly relevant, provided that they are deployed intelligently through proactive fuel and load... 

Diesel generation remains key energy source

Amid a challenging energy landscape, diesel-based power generation remains one of the predominant standby energy sources across the African continent, despite diesel generator demand slowly... 

Standby power solutions bridging the gaps

While experiencing relief from loadshedding, South Africa, alongside the rest of the African continent, is increasingly integrating generators and other standby power solutions to bridge gaps in... 

Senegal project advances ahead of formal investment

Canadian precious metals producer Fortuna Mining is advancing its Diamba Sud gold project, in Senegal, with plans to release a feasibility study in the second quarter of this year and early works... 

Solutions unlock efficiency, improved safety

Drone-based radio frequency (RF) monitoring solutions improve safety while providing efficiency and flexibility, allowing end-users to simplify RF measurement processes, says radio communications... 

Drone developments boast uptake

Drones are transitioning from specialised outsourced tools into core operational infrastructure, driven by lower drone costs, technology advances and the emergence of autonomous, dock-based drone... 

Dynamic roof support enhances deep-level underground mining 

As platinum group metal (PGM) mines in South Africa reach greater depths, often exceeding 1 000 m and at times reaching a depth of 2 000 m, traditional roof support solutions are becoming... 

PGM project advances chrome optimisation

Alongside production of platinum group metals (PGMs) – specifically platinum, palladium and rhodium – South Africa-focused PGMs miner Southern Palladium plans to improve its recovery of chrome from... 

Innovative rock-breaking solution progresses

Following delays, rock-breaking technology specialist Rock Eater is progressing with demonstrations of its low-energy rock-breaking controlled foam injection (CFI) Type One machine, with plans to... 

Rail reform puts investment on track

Recent regulatory developments and proposed reforms in South Africa’s freight rail sector are having a meaningful influence on investor confidence by unlocking new opportunities while also... 

Outdated finance frameworks, legislative asymmetry stalling rail reform

Despite progress in South Africa’s rail reform policy and regulation, outdated financial frameworks and unresolved structural legislative imbalances hamper rail infrastructure development in South... 

North America to diversify minerals supply

To diversify mineral supply chains away from China, the governments of the US and Canada are taking a more direct role in their respective mining industries, with measures, including equity... 

Convention set to increase attendee value

Alongside over 1 300 exhibitors, Canadian mining industry association Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC’s) upcoming 2026 convention has expanded networking opportunities and...