South Africans respond to crises. Just a few years ago, electricity blackouts threatened the country’s economic and social fabric, yet today, there has been a marked turnaround in terms of public policy and private generation. Renewed focus on local transport […]

South Africa has one of the highest levels of alcohol consumption per capita in the world, and our government has long used sin tax as a way to tackle the problem. By steadily raising the price of alcohol, the aim

The most recent collapse of Nigeria’s national power grid, which caused widespread electricity outages across the country, underscored once again the disruptive energy issues that local industries face on a regular basis.  For sectors central to Nigeria’s economy, particularly oil and

The Cape Mining Club has announced the return of its annual event, Cape Mining Mixer 2026, which will be held at Cape Town’s Cabo Beach Club on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. Now in its third year, the event stands out as

Across the mining industry, a notable trend has emerged where original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) contractors and mine operators are increasingly calling on Weba Chute Systems to assist in resolving process flow issues that impact

West Africa has long established itself as one of the continent’s most exciting regions for exploration and mining, and Sandvik Rock Processing continues to build on its strong footprint of technical support for its crushing and screening solutions. Notably the

BMG has introduced the new Rollon HGT-MG telescopic rail with synchronisation magnets for smoother, more controlled, higher-capacity extension. Rollon has expanded its HGT heavy-duty telescopic rail range, with the launch of the new HGT-MG, a design that incorporates a refined

DNV approval validates ModuSpec’s integrated Argus well control assurance platform, paving way for deployment in the Norwegian offshore market ModuSpec, MR Group’s rig and well control equipment solutions business, has received DNV Technology Qualification (TQ) for its blowout preventer (BOP)

Dust and carryback from belt conveyor discharge points are an ongoing problem for bulk handling operations.  Efficient discharge at a transfer point requires a holistic approach with several components working in tandem.  This approach aims to extend equipment life, improve

Infrastructure advisory company Osmotic Engineering Group (OEG) has announced the appointment of Dr. Tony Igboamalu as Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth into a leading African infrastructure and advisory firm. Dr Igboamalu, a professional chemical