The manufacturing, petrochemical, and mining industries have long been pillars of South Africa’s economy. However, their operations have also left a significant environmental footprint, particularly in terms of soil and groundwater contamination. Despite the presence of a strong regulatory framework […]

The mining industry, a cornerstone of South Africa’s and Africa’s economies, is undergoing a technological revolution driven by the integration of Information and Communications Technology (ICT). The convergence of cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), security technologies, and the Internet of

 RS, a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, has launched its latest Transportation Sector Report. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the evolving transportation landscape, offering insights into industry challenges and the opportunities available for businesses

The demand for fast and affordable accommodation in Africa’s mining sector is increasing, especially for temporary workforce housing often referred to as “man camps” in remote locations. To meet these accommodation needs, modular construction is thus emerging as a cost-effective

An interactive AI advisor from German manufacturer, igus, uses application databases and shortens the time spent on looking for components when building cost-effective robot systems. Igus’ new AI chatbot has been added to the online platform RBTX.com. The interactive consultant

Despite the geopolitical uncertainties affecting the global economy, Africa’s mining sector remains well placed to expand its economic and social contribution. Speaking from the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, SRK Consulting managing director Andrew van Zyl highlighted

ABB and Epiroc have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) based on underground trolley equipment to collaborate on joint, comprehensive and integrated solutions for the mining industry to increase productivity and safety, and achieve decarbonization targets. The MoU builds on

As rapid evolution and change remains the only constant in mining, Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe spoke strongly of the need for African countries to collaborate to maximise the returns from the extractive industry by realising the value

The transport and logistics industry is on the brink of a significant transformation, driven by advancements in sustainable vehicles, autonomous technologies, and intelligent mobility solutions. From electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles to drones and AI-driven logistics, these innovations promise to reshape

As of January 2025, Microsoft’s market cap of £2.6 trillion made it the third most valuable company in the world. Introducing Copilot, investing in ChatGPT, prioritising the cloud; and ongoing acquisitions across gaming, artificial intelligence (AI), and technology, are innovations