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        <description><![CDATA[Latest news on materials and equipment in the construction sector, including, construction materials, green building, infrastructure and property development.]]></description>
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            <title>New industrial  hose helping meet  uptick in demand</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[To strengthen its integrated hose solutions for industrial applications, industrial solutions provider BMG has expanded its hose and fittings portfolio, introducing the Boston industrial hose range by engineering solutions company Danfoss. “The launch of the Boston by Danfoss hose range marks a significant development for BMG’s hose and fittings division, which has built a strong reputation for supplying hydraulic hose systems and related components to many industries, including mining, manufacturing, agriculture, energy and infrastructure,” says BMG Fluid Technology division product manager Kobie Albrecht.]]></description>
            <author>Trent Roebeck</author>
            <category>Materials &amp; Equipment</category>
            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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The range of Boston by Danfoss industrial hoses on offer from BMG is the ideal solution for key industrial transfer applications</image_title>
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            <title>Steel pipe solutions boost industry operationality </title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The durability and reliability of piping systems is important in the realm of industrial infrastructure, says steel pipe solutions company Euro Steel Pipe, adding that it is “at the forefront of providing top-tier stainless and carbon steel pipes, fittings and associated services across South Africa”.  Euro Steel Pipe supplies industries ranging from petrochemicals to power generation, offering a range of pipes, fittings and flanges that can be custom-fabricated in line with the client’s requirements.]]></description>
            <author>Trent Roebeck</author>
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Euro Steel Pipe has in-house capabilities to supply various industries with pipes up to 1 700 mm and a wall thickness of up to 16 mm</image_title>
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            <title>New framework could  boost pipe standards </title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The EU Drinking Water Directive introduces harmonised rules for materials and products that come into contact with drinking water, and is set to come into effect on December 31, 2026, plastic pipe expert Peter Sejersen noted during the Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association’s (SAPPMA’s) third industry webinar, held last month. The webinar was themed: Preparing the Industry for the Upcoming Harmonised Rules for Products in Contact with Drinking Water. This represented “one of the most significant shifts in the European plastic pipe industry in decades” and local plastic pipe engineers, manufacturers and industry stakeholders received valuable insights on the adoption and implementation of the Drinking Water Directive, he added.]]></description>
            <author>Trent Roebeck</author>
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The Europe Water Tap symbol is a sign of trustworthiness and quality assurance </image_title>
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            <title>Complex projects undermined by fragmented processes</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[As South Africa ramps up infrastructure investment and increases private sector participation, projects are becoming more complex, multi-stakeholder dependent and time sensitive, says multidisciplinary engineering and construction partnership, Khewija GIBB Alliance (KGA) MD Carl Pretorius. Moreover, project outcomes are too often undermined by fragmented processes, misaligned incentives and persistent delays.]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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An IPD approach will drive clearer alignment among all stakeholders significantly improving the projects chances of coming to fruition</image_title>
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            <title>Networking platform successfully connects graduates to recruiters</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Since its launch in June 2022, civil engineering professional body South African Institution of Civil Engineering’s (SAICE’s) newest engineering community platform SAICE Connect has proven to be a successfully targeted networking and recruitment portal for South Africa's civil engineering sector. SAICE Connect was created to solve employment and mentorship issues in a practical way by allowing engineers and employers with vacancies to use a “dedicated space” to find each other. ]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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The SAICE Connect portal is a proven targeted networking and recruitment tool for South Africa's civil engineering sector</image_title>
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            <title>More action, less talk – consulting engineers﻿’ body</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action rather than words, says industry body Consulting Engineers South Africa CEO Chris Campbell. The initial enthusiasm regarding a drive to increase the number of construction projects is beginning to diminish, with many projects across the country seemingly delayed, owing to extended administrative and paperwork processes.]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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The introduction of stronger maths and science education to early childhood development phases is imperative to the survival of the consulting engineers sector in South Africa</image_title>
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            <title>Afrimat Construction Index records marginal growth in Q1</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The latest Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) shows a marginal year-on-year increase of 0.3%. The first-quarter index was boosted by year-on-year increases of more than 5% in the value of both construction works and buildings completed, with employment and sales of building materials also improving.]]></description>
            <author>Irma Venter</author>
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            <title>Steel shortage, tariffs drive up costs</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[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 significantly affected infrastructure projects and stakeholders in the steel value chain, says industry association Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) CEO Amanuel Gebremeskel. Several infrastructure project categories have been affected by the steel shortage, including transmission lines, renewable-energy installations, bridges, logistics infrastructure, municipal services and commercial developments.]]></description>
            <author>Nadine Ramdass</author>
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            <description><![CDATA[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 last month, significantly ahead of the new projected timeline, says Draco Group CEO Teddy Habib. The project forms part of the broader Parliament Infrastructure Programme, with the Development Bank of Southern Africa acting as the implementing agent.]]></description>
            <author>Nadine Ramdass</author>
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            <title>Effective insulation ensures stable temperature, reduces energy consumption</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Effective insulation helps to stabilise indoor temperatures, ensuring comfortable temperatures while minimising the need for mechanical heating and cooling, says sustainability-focused sector body Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) technical head Dash Coville. “One of the clearest indicators of a comfortable building is stable indoor temperature. During winter, indoor spaces should remain warm and welcoming, while in summer they should stay cool and comfortable,” he says.]]></description>
            <author>Nadine Ramdass</author>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <image_title>GREEN CERTIFIED GBCSA’s Green Star New Build framework rewards passive design principles that deliver measurable operational and environmental benefits, providing assurance that sustainability claims are backed by credible performance outcomes</image_title>
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            <description><![CDATA[While South Africa has appropriate insulation regulatory frameworks in place across thermal performance, fire safety and consumer protection, inadequate enforcement "creates gaps" in their effectiveness, says industry association Thermal Insulation Products and Systems Association South Africa (TIPSASA) executive director Des Schnetler. Compliance frequently fails when building plans are approved with insufficient or no insulation detail, products are specified without valid test evidence, substitutions occur onsite without professional review and completed installations are rarely inspected for thermal or fire compliance.]]></description>
            <author>Nadine Ramdass</author>
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            <title>Global EIFS market set to grow as green building demand accelerates</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The global exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate  of 10.30% from 2025 to 2032, reaching a valuation of about $240.3-billion by 2032, up from $109-billion in 2024, aligned with global sustainability mandates and increasing urbanisation, according to market intelligence firm Verified Market Research’s April report. The EIFS report highlights three key drivers including increasing demand for energy-efficient construction, technological advancements in EIFS materials and growth in urban infrastructure and commercial real estate.]]></description>
            <author>Nadine Ramdass</author>
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        <image_title>BUILDING ADVANTAGES Advancements in exterior insulation and finish systems are reducing long-term maintenance risks and improving life-cycle cost efficiency</image_title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) – a product of recycled old asphalt roads – is moving from a supplementary option to a core component of modern road construction, as sustainability, cost-efficiency and resource security shape infrastructure agendas worldwide, says asphalt and concrete solutions provider Lintec & Linnhoff. It points out that governments, road authorities and contractors are increasingly recognising RAP as a practical pathway to circularity, reducing reliance on virgin materials while lowering emissions and production costs. ]]></description>
            <author>Trent Roebeck</author>
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            <title>Road, bridge projects would mitigate challenges for local commuters</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Roads entity Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is taking steps to progress several projects to mitigate challenges for South African road users, with the latest development the appointment of contractors to upgrade and rehabilitate the Modderfontein bridge, in Johannesburg. The agency notes that the demolition, construction and upgrade of the bridge will be completed by two separate civil engineering and construction firms: KiT Solutions – formerly known as RMD Kwikform Systems, and Mvhevhe Civils, with the companies considered the employer’s agent and contractor respectively.]]></description>
            <author>Trent Roebeck</author>
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            <title>Afrimat completes disposal, meets obligations of Lafarge acquisition</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[JSE-listed mining and construction materials company Afrimat has disposed of certain general aggregates quarries and readymix concrete plants across South Africa to investment vehicle Saturc. The disposal price was R215-million, which includes a cash amount of R160-million and the balance of R55-million being payable over three years, subject to the fulfilment of certain financial and operational conditions.]]></description>
            <author>Schalk Burger</author>
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            <title>Alternative fuels  can reduce costs</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Converting hazardous waste and high-calorific materials into alternative fuels has enabled cement manufacturing facilities to partially or fully replace the coal used to fire cement kilns. Replacing coal has helped cement manufacturers to reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources for one of the most energy-intensive industrial operations, says waste management company Oricol Environmental Services. Its blending technology produces alternative fuels to help cement manufacturers reduce costs.]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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Oricol Environmental converts hazardous waste and high-calorific materials into alternative fuels for cement kilns</image_title>
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            <title>Coating prolongs  floor life</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[An improved post-initial set applied colloidal silica – a liquid densifier that strengthens concrete from within – distributed by concrete protection supplier SprayLock Africa is strengthening the floors of numerous mining, industrial and commercial sites. The Spray-Lock Concrete Protection (SCP) Post-Placement Pozzolan (P3) silica “actively interacts with the concrete matrix, as it is designed to permanently waterproof and protect new or existing concrete by sealing capillary voids, reducing moisture migration and improving durability,” says SprayLock Africa MD Carl White.]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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            <description><![CDATA[The successful installation of industrial machine manufacturer OST-Africa’s Visam vibrating equipment a year ago has “greatly improved” output for precast manufacturer Vula Concrete, leading to the acquisition of four more cement moulds, to be delivered later this year. “Since the installation of OST’s Visam vibrating equipment a year ago, Vula Concrete has recorded immediate operational improvements. Production cycles have been shortened, product finish quality has markedly improved and maintenance requirements are minimal,” says OST-Africa marketing manager Chantelle Scheepers.]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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The vibrating equipment supplied by OST-Africa to Vula Concrete has greatly improved the quality and output for Vula
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            <description><![CDATA[International cement association and representative body the World Cement Association (WCA), celebrated its tenth anniversary on May 18, 2026, adding that this milestone was achieved during a decade of "profound transformation" for both the global cement industry and the wider economy. Founded in 2016 to provide an "independent international platform" for cement producers and industry stakeholders, the WCA has grown into a global network promoting cooperation, innovation, sustainability and operational excellence across the sector.]]></description>
            <author>Halima Frost</author>
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            <description><![CDATA[At an industrial plant, lubrication is not always top of mind – until something breaks. By then the damage is done, says industrial lubricant supplier Lubrication Engineers (LE) South Africa technical sales representative Sam Kekana.
 
“Lubrication is critical for most types of machinery across an industrial plant. It directly supports machine reliability; but only when the right product is chosen, stored correctly, applied properly and backed up with planned maintenance and condition monitoring. When any one of those elements fails, you start to see problems,” he adds.]]></description>
            <author>Keabetswe Shilakwe</author>
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            <description><![CDATA[Zambia's State-owned mineral and energy investment holding company ZCCM Investment Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has entered into a joint venture (JV) with the Wonderful Group of Companies to develop and operate an integrated lime and cement production facility. The two companies will invest $30-million in the JV vehicle, Ndola Lime, in which ZCCM-IH will hold a 45% interest and Wonderful Group the balance.]]></description>
            <author>Creamer Media Reporter  </author>
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            <description><![CDATA[JSE-listed cement producer PPC has issued a positive trading update ahead of its full-year financial results in June, attributing the improvement to its ongoing turnaround strategy. The statement indicates that earnings per share (EPS) for the full-year period could be between 63% and 81% higher, while headline earnings per share (HEPS) are expected to be between 20% and 33% higher when compared with the prior period.]]></description>
            <author>Terence Creamer</author>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <description><![CDATA[Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa will be supported by green building network World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) to develop or advance national climate action roadmaps for the building sector. The initiative will be led by national green building councils (GBCs) and delivered through multi-stakeholder coalitions. It aims to set out practical steps to cut emissions and improve resilience in the built environment to 2050.]]></description>
            <author>Devina Haripersad</author>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate>
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Each participating  country’s green building douncil will lead a nationally driven process to coordinate stakeholders across the building and construction value chain
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            <description><![CDATA[Green-certified office buildings continue to outperform non-certified assets across several key investment metrics, says sustainability-focused property sector body Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) CEO Georgina Smit. Citing findings from the MSCI South Africa Green Annual Property Index and the Guide to Costs and Trends, she adds that these metrics include total return, income per square metre and vacancy rates.]]></description>
            <author>Devina Haripersad</author>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <title>Airtight buildings heighten moisture control challenges</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Increasing airtightness in modern buildings is creating a growing moisture management risk that is not always addressed in design, says air treatment technology specialist Solenco. Buildings are becoming more energy efficient and tightly sealed to reduce energy loss and improve climate control. However, this limits natural airflow, which has historically assisted with moisture management, notes Solenco commercial sales manager Wynand Deyzel.]]></description>
            <author>Devina Haripersad</author>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <description><![CDATA[Although it remains profitable, is able to service its debt and posted good results for the financial year ended February 28, JSE-listed construction materials and industrial minerals mining company Afrimat is focused on increasing its cash generation and reducing its debt. The company posted a net profit of R157.07-million for the financial year under review, compared with a net profit of R113.51-million reported for the 2025 financial year. Headline earnings increased to R145.72-million, from R109.69-million in the prior year.]]></description>
            <author>Schalk Burger</author>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <link>https://newsletter-en.creamermedia.com/article/ppc-sinoma-overseas-to-increase-cement-clinker-production-capacity-in-zimbabwe-2026-05-19</link>
            <description><![CDATA[JSE-listed construction materials company PPC has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with international engineering company Sinoma Overseas to cooperate on various initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiencies and expanding production capacity at PPC’s operations in Zimbabwe. This further aligns PPC Zimbabwe (PPCZ) and the PPC Group’s strategic intent and their Awaken the Giant turnaround strategy, which is based on unlocking internal value and pursuing value-accretive strategic projects to deliver sustainable profitable growth for the benefit of all stakeholders.]]></description>
            <author>Lumkile Nkomfe </author>
            <category>CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS</category>
            <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <updated>1779201628</updated>
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            <description><![CDATA[Construction group Raubex has shown healthy gains in its order book and operating profit for the financial year ended February 28, despite a setback at its Australian business. The JSE-listed company grew its order book by 11.6%, to R31.46-billion, compared with the previous financial year.]]></description>
            <author>Irma Venter</author>
            <category>CONSTRUCTION</category>
            <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <title>Heidelberg weighs bid to acquire South African cement firm PPC</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Heidelberg Materials is in talks with banks to appoint financial advisers as it considers a bid for top South African cement maker PPC, according to people familiar with the matter. The German building-materials firm already has a presence especially in West Africa and wants to expand on the continent, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the information is private. Heidelberg is weighing a complete acquisition of the 134-year-old Africa-focused cement maker, they said.]]></description>
            <author>  Bloomberg</author>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <description><![CDATA[JSE-listed construction materials company PPC has completed the R26-million major structural rehabilitation of one of the reinforced concrete duo-cell silos at its Hercules plant, in Tshwane, Gauteng. The project restored the structural integrity and long-term performance of a critical cement storage facility. The plant remained fully operational throughout the construction period.]]></description>
            <author>Schalk Burger</author>
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            <description><![CDATA[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 sector’s longevity, says industry organisation Southern African Institute of Steel Construction chairperson Nicolette Skjoldhammer. Significant opportunities were forecasted in the mining and construction sectors at the end of 2025, yet almost midway through the second quarter of 2026, many of those projects have not progressed to execution.]]></description>
            <author>Nadine Ramdass</author>
            <category>Materials &amp; Equipment</category>
            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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            <description><![CDATA[Following a number of fatal construction site accidents in the past 20 months, Master Builders Association (MBA) North has called for urgent measures to improve oversight and accountability in the construction sector. The incidents include the George building collapse in which 34 people died in May 2024; the death of two people in a structural collapse in Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal, in March 2025; the collapse of a temple under construction in Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal, that left five people dead and several injured in December last year; and last month’s building collapse in Ormonde, Gauteng, in which nine people died and three were injured.]]></description>
            <author>Irma Venter</author>
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            <description><![CDATA[Tharisa Minerals’ Tharisa mine has marked the start of its new underground mining era with its inaugural underground blast in April. Natasha Odendaal has the story.]]></description>
            <author>Creamer Media Reporter  </author>
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            <description><![CDATA[Integrated aerial security company Sky Robots is positioning integrated drone systems as a core layer of operational security for mines and other high-value assets. The company, on April 10, held a presentation and demonstration at its offices in Centurion, Gauteng, to highlight advances in sensors, automation, training and in-house research and development (R&D) to improve aerial surveillance, rapid response and operational continuity.]]></description>
            <author>Lumkile Nkomfe </author>
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