Sequenced approach to achieve renewed gold ounces

With a sequenced approach to its R7.9-billion Mponeng mine expansion and life of mine (LoM) extension project, gold and copper miner Harmony is able to ensure that the project’s roll out will not... 

Ventilation, battery tech at forefront of deeper mining

As domestic mines modernise and mechanise, certain systems – such as ventilation-on-demand (VoD) technologies and battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) – are likely to see the fastest adoption in... 

Pilot plant development making headway

The development of the Kadant Autolab pilot plant is one of many paper and board recycling programmes and initiatives being introduced by paper and paper packaging sector responsibility... 

Initial costs should not be a deciding factor in pump purchases

It is imperative that industrial and mining companies in Africa “think beyond price” to life-cycle costs during the procurement of pumps used in hard water and abrasive slurry applications, says... 

Sales up owing to municipal inefficiencies

The structural and operational challenges in South Africa’s municipal water systems have contributed to the double-digit increase in pump and water-tank sales across the tank supply industry over... 

Two projects boost manufacturer’s order book

South Africa-based foundry and engineering company Thos Begbie has been awarded two significant projects, with the completion dates for both expected in the third quarter of this year. The first... 

New facility advances post processing technology

Since commissioning its Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) facility –  unveiled at its Scientia campus in Pretoria, on December 11, 2026 – national research organisation Council for Scientific and... 

Printing for health products advances

Digital printing is the preferred solution when versioning, short runs and speed of production are key factors, and has been integral to a "breakthrough" by printing solutions provider Pyrotec... 

Brownfield expansions, critical minerals are focus areas in 2026

The key opportunities likely to be pursued and leveraged by miners, explorers and developers in South Africa’s mining sector this year include brownfield project expansions and mine development, a... 

Forum host optimistic for domestic mining

Although investors are being much more selective about where they deploy capital, the fundamental conditions for a “cautiously constructive” South African mining sector in 2026 are present, says... 

Programmes driving tech development

To strengthen its role in developing a safer, greener, more competitive, people-centred, more circular and technologically advanced South African mining sector, the Mandela Mining Precinct (MMP)... 

Cluster cautiously optimistic for industry

Based on the resilience of local manufacturers, and the historical and continued importance of mining in the South African economy, domestic equipment manufacturer cluster Mining Equipment... 

Coal to remain a significant contributor

The South African coal mining sector is still a “vibrant and indispensable” component of the energy and raw material supply chain, owing to coal's continuing to play a major role in the country’s... 

Gold, PGMs expected to continue upward trajectory

For 2026, two major commodityprice trends are forecasted to stand out in the South African mining sector, says industry mining employers association Minerals Council South Africa economist André... 

Decade-first maintenance breakthrough leads to awards

Steam generation solutions company Steinmüller Africa has won two honours at State-owned power utility Eskom’s Duvha Power Station awards, held in December, for delivering a “decade-first... 

Great progress made on operational stability – utility

Although challenges remain on the path to long-term sustainability and energy security, the 2025 financial year showed meaningful progress in restoring operational stability and financial... 

Industry should leverage insight to boost investment, activity

International investment opportunities for nuclear energy development are available, but South Africa must prepare and equip its industry to capitalise on these opportunities by learning from the... 

Wholesale market bodes well for energy stability

Maturing policy frameworks, improving battery storage solutions economics, private-sector investment and the introduction of the wholesale energy market creates a powerful foundation for long-term... 

PBMR reignition represents renewed commitment to energy security

The demothballing of South Africa’s second nuclear energy solution, the Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PBMR) at the Pelindaba site, in the North West province, was formally announced by Energy and... 

Line-up drives energy transition

With a project pipeline spanning off-grid renewable power, solar PV and battery storage across various clients in numerous industries, solar asset management company Sustainable Power Solutions... 

Projects fast-tracked on back of good gold price

The elevated gold price has allowed mid-tier gold producer Pan African Resources (PAR) to bring forward capital expenditure at its Evander 8 shaft that was planned to be undertaken only in the 2027... 

Miner targets reinvigoration with Soweto project

With the first blast having taken place at gold miner West Wits’ Soweto-based Qala Shallows, in Gauteng, on October 29, the company has inked a partnership with precious metals major... 

Tailings reminer expands Gauteng projects, adds renewables

Tailings retreatment major DRDGOLD has undertaken several high-impact initiatives to stabilise operations, enhance recovery and secure energy supply. These projects include renewable-energy... 

Diagnostic technologies for failure prevention becoming the norm

Remote diagnostics and on-site interventions have become the standard for South African earthmoving equipment manufacturer and supplier Bell Equipment, as these technologies are used to predict... 

Diagnostic technology used to prevent failures

Having the necessary technologies, parts and expertise on hand has enabled industrial equipment supplier BMG to cement its long-standing partnership with a leading platinum group metals mining... 

Firm embraces tailings framework

The ever-increasing need to conform to the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) framework has been embraced by engineering and scientific consultancy SRK Consulting South Africa... 

Reminer lifts efficiencies, capitalises off scale

Through continuous investment in infrastructure and technologies, midtier gold producer Pan African Resources (PAR) ensures improved performance at its tailings storage facility (TSF) remining... 

Data-driven monitoring secures facilities

With the successful monitoring of over a dozen tailings storage facilities (TFSs) across Southern Africa in its portfolio, real-time monitoring and alerting solutions provider Insight Terra... 

Green covers optimal for tailings storage facilities

Research across various mine closure projects has found that a well-designed green covering system, deployed through specialist engineering and ecological design principles, has demonstrated the... 

Next phase of development a strategic shift for miner

Tailings retreatment company DRDGOLD is entering the next phase of its operational development – Ergo 2, ramping up tailings reprocessing and concentration of higher volumes as opposed to the... 

Event draws largest attendance to date

This year’s iteration of the country's “largest and most prestigious” wine trade show, CapeWine 2025, drew an attendance of over 1 605 delegates worldwide, cementing its reputation as the “premier... 

Brewery industry embraces sustainable practices

Brewing is not only a resource-intensive but also a water-intensive operation, and only through more sustainable practices can the South African beer-brewing sector assert itself as a sustainable... 

Facility to address energy inefficiencies

The formation of the African Energy Efficiency Facility (AEEF), a legacy project of South Africa's G20 presidency, was announced earlier this month by Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister... 

Virtual wheeling PPA a first in Africa

Although the virtual wheeling power purchase agreement (PPA) between telecommunications company Vodacom and renewable energy company SOLA Group draws inspiration from international corporate PPA... 

Company gears up for framework launch

In anticipation of the formal launch of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM) and the Balance Responsible Party (BRP) framework, engineering business and IT enabler for the... 

Sustainable solution lauded

In a water-scarce country such as South Africa environmental initiatives aimed at water management and marine ecosystem projects – such as Blue Bonds – are paramount and must be implemented, says... 

Models can optimise ‘silent hero’

New research about groundwater management models for smarter drought planning has been announced by tertiary education institution Nelson Mandela University (NMU), which notes that its... 

New framework to improve service capability

Having employed a mixed-methods approach to engage a range of South African water utilities, research conducted by tertiary education institute the University of Pretoria’s (UP’s) Graduate School... 

Companies join forces, offer water solution

A partnership formed earlier this year between prepared-water provider MANZI Water and technology-enabled refilling store SKUBU resulted in the launch of an initiative to alleviate the impact of... 

ESG adoption driven by climate change

Climate change is accelerating environmental, social and governance (ESG) adoption by pushing companies to view sustainability as a source of competitiveness, consistent with the Ecological...