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Green industrialisation debate highlights building blocks for local manufacturing

A Creamer Media webinar hosted for UNIDO and GreenCape heard that South Africa's shift to a lower-carbon economy could boost local manufacturing of cables, transformers, battery components and mounting structures, but this depends on predictable demand, suitable industrial infrastructure, finance and skills. Speakers pointed to the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan, special economic zones and blended finance, including a possible $250-million World Bank facility, as tools to unlock this potential.

Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II advances key structures

Construction on the Polihali dam and transfer tunnel continues, with the Khubelu and Mabunyaneng bridges nearing completion alongside the already-opened Senqu bridge, keeping the A1 road open once the Polihali reservoir fills. The dam remains on track for impoundment in the 2027/28 rainy season, with commissioning targeted for 2029.

Redpath stresses skills and technology in building Africa's mining capability

Speaking after Electra Mining Africa 2026, Redpath Africa operations executive Pieter Oosthuysen said Africa's mining future depends on building local skills, adopting fit-for-purpose technology and embedding capability into client teams, citing the Mogalakwena project as an example of combining international expertise with local execution.

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African Youth Put Their Mars Rovers to the Test at the Cars4Mars African Rover Challenge 2026!
Updated 5 hours ago

South African and other African students and learners put their Mars rover prototypes to the test on 19 September 2026, taking part in a simulated mission to Mars at South African National Space... 


New report shows housing, energy stalled despite GNU’s upward trajectory, but no promises broken
New report shows housing, energy stalled despite GNU’s upward trajectory, but no promises broken
Updated 6 hours ago By: Thabi Shomolekae

As South Africa’s Government of National Unity enters its third year, its central challenge has fundamentally shifted, with the initial phase of articulating new policies over and the focus now... 


Tharisa founder Loucas Pouroulis
Tharisa appoints new chair, as Loucas Pouroulis becomes founding chairperson emeritus
Updated 6 hours ago By: Creamer Media Reporter

Loucas Pouroulis, the founder of Johannesburg- and London-listed mining and metals group Tharisa will, from October 1, become founding chairperson emeritus of the company, while Carol Bell will... 


Electric Vehicles and Insurance
30th September 2026

South Africa's electric vehicle (EV) market is surging in 2026, driven by a wave of affordable new models and buyer interest. According to data from the Automotive Business Council (Naamsa), South... 


Hertha Metals pure iron production
High-purity iron producer Hertha secures $133m in venture capital funding for single-step production scaling
30th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

US-based high-purity iron producer Hertha Metals has closed a $133-million Series A venture capital funding round, which includes a $65-million equity investment from the US government through the... 


IITPSA names finalists for 2026 President’s Awards
30th September 2026

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has announced the finalists for this year’s IITPSA President’s Awards - among the highest accolades in South Africa’s ICT... 


From boardroom to show floor: Automechanika Johannesburg 2026 is where South Africa's automotive conversation turns into business
From boardroom to show floor: Automechanika Johannesburg 2026 is where South Africa's automotive conversation turns into business
30th September 2026

After industry leaders set the agenda in Cape Town, the aftermarket meets in Johannesburg from 27 to 29 October 2026 to make it happen. Investment, policy and affordability dominated the discussion... 


Preparing SA’s Automotive Aftermarket for the Electromobility Era
Preparing SA’s Automotive Aftermarket for the Electromobility Era
29th September 2026

It is tempting to look at the measured pace of fully electric vehicle adoption on South African roads and conclude that the automotive aftermarket still has time to adapt. That perspective is... 


114 MW SunCentral 1 reaches commercial operation
29th September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Renewable energy company SolarAfrica's 114 MW SunCentral 1 plant, in the Northern Cape, has reached commercial operation. This is an important step for the company's move to delivery and operation... 


Wits Cultural Precinct to breathe new life into Jozi
29th September 2026

Major gift from Wits alumnus Chris Seabrooke will help fund R341 million arts, culture and lifestyle precinct that will connect Wits to the City.  Wits University is proud to announce the... 


Molybdenum ore
US-based M2i partners with Polish companies to explore tungsten, molybdenum potential
29th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Polish mineral resource companies Permia 1, Permia 2 and Permia 3 have signed a strategic collaboration and technical cooperation agreement valid for two years with US-based critical minerals... 


Vodacom South Africa delivers compact dual-band Massive MIMO solution
29th September 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Vodacom South Africa has successfully tested what it said is the world’s first integrated passive-active Massive Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) solution, unlocking greater flexibility for... 


Mission-critical technology has to understand the industry
Mission-critical technology has to understand the industry
29th September 2026

On paper, two customers may appear to need the same technology. Once you look at how they operate, the requirements can vary widely. That is why Sentiv starts with the working environment and the... 


Engineering faculties turn to AI detection to protect graduate skill standards
Engineering faculties turn to AI detection to protect graduate skill standards
29th September 2026

South Africa’s industrial sector relies on a steady flow of skilled graduates coming out of the nation’s engineering and technical universities. As digital systems change manufacturing, building... 


Why Critical Circular Supply Chain Initiatives Stall
Why Critical Circular Supply Chain Initiatives Stall
29th September 2026

Supply chain leaders are integral to the transition to a circular economy. From sourcing and production to logistics, recovery and reuse, supply chains play a key role in determining whether... 


Building the skills behind the skills
Building the skills behind the skills
29th September 2026

Employers are investing in digital skills, artisan development, occupational training and new technologies. But what happens when the people expected to use those skills lack the foundational... 


Schneider Electric South Africa Celebrates 55 Years of Driving Energy Innovation, Industrial Growth and Transformation
Schneider Electric South Africa Celebrates 55 Years of Driving Energy Innovation, Industrial Growth and Transformation
29th September 2026

Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is celebrating 55 years of operations in South Africa, marking more than five decades of... 


SARB governor Lesetja Kganyago
Kganyago outlines challenges, opportunities for South Africa in current climate
29th September 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The world needs to contend with a new, “fragile”, reality – while the world economy and trade continue to grow, debt levels and geopolitical stresses are undeniable and risks are increasing, which... 


Paul Voigt
Minerals processing startup Valor hires former Redwood Materials VP of engineering
29th September 2026 By: Reuters

US minerals processing startup Valor has hired the former vice president of engineering at recycler Redwood Materials as part of its push to commercialize its technology. Valor is among a wave of... 


People shaking hands
Miners bound to megadeal playbook in pursuit of global scale
29th September 2026 By: Reuters

Mining companies are set on building scale through M&A and partnerships to tackle financial and geopolitical hurdles, despite several thwarted megadeals over the past year. Gold Fields, whose... 


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