Petrol products, automotive dragged first-quarter manufacturing output lower

Manufacturing production decreased by 0.8% in March compared with March last year, with the largest negative contributions having been made by the petroleum, chemical products, rubber and plastic... 

TNPA selects preferred bidders for liquid bulk terminal contracts at Richards Bay

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has announced five preferred bidders for the development of liquid bulk and green fuel terminals in the South Dunes precinct at the Port of Richards Bay.... 

Global nut trade relations now need diplomacy, shared interest focus

With trade policy and tariffs earmarked to be a key point of discussion at the International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC) Congress in Spain this week, South African macadamia growers are... 

TPT reflects on progress made with turnaround strategy

State-owned Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has made progress in improving its operational performance and investment into new assets since it announced a turnaround strategy in October 2023.... 

Growers, producers experience well-rounded, successful wine grape season

Industry body South Africa Wine says the 2025 wine grape harvest has been characterised by exceptional fruit quality, owing to sustained mild and dry conditions that delivered grapes of superb... 

Emerging markets have an opportunity to grow their share of global copper trade

Intergovernmental organisation UN Trade and Development (Unctad) says the global copper industry is entering a pivotal phase of requiring more production but also smarter and more inclusive... 

Tracit recommends South Africa employ a PPP initiative to curb illegal trade

The Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (Tracit) has launched a second edition of South Africa’s ‘Fight Against Illicit Trade’ report, which recommends a public-private partnership (PPP)... 

ICMM publishes new handbook on community-led mine closure practices

Mining and metals advocacy group ICMM provides in its latest “Handbook on Multistakeholder Approaches to Socioeconomic Transitions in Mining” publication a practical guide for mining companies to... 

Gold consumption dips on back of latest price rallies

Refining services provider Heraeus Precious Metals finds in its latest appraisal publication that fabrication demand for gold fell significantly in the first quarter of the year, largely owing to... 

Syrah finally regains access to Balama mine

ASX-listed Syrah Resources has restored site access at its Balama graphite mine, in Mozambique, following disruptions from protest action and lack of government intervention since mid-2024.  Syrah... 

Lower prices, higher costs to lead to lower earnings for Astral

JSE-listed poultry producer Astral Foods expects its earnings per share (EPS) for the six months ended March 31 to decrease by between 45% and 55% year-on-year following a cybersecurity incident,... 

Only way forward for Budget is to cut spending – BLSA

With Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana set to table South Africa’s third iteration of the 2025 national Budget to Parliament on May 21, Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busi Mavuso says the... 

Alternative building technology the way to go for quicker housing delivery, Indaba hears

As Gauteng’s housing backlog continues to widen beyond the current 1.2-million units and amid lacking security of tender, which impacts on economic empowerment and employment, human settlements... 

African Dawn partners with Singapore-based Watercloud to drive green development

Sustainable energy systems and digital infrastructure company Watercloud International has entered into a strategic partnership with African Dawn Investment Holdings to form a new joint venture... 

DFFE makes strides in preserving penguin biodiversity

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) on April 25 observed World Penguin Day to celebrate the African penguin as a beloved symbol of the country’s rich biodiversity.... 

URU subsidiary issues equity to employees in efforts to secure mining right

Critical metals developer URU Metals’ subsidiary Lesego Platinum Uitloop (LPU) has started a share issuance process to comply with South Africa’s Mining Charter empowerment regulations. The share... 

Red Rocket starts operations at two 144 MW wind farms

Independent power producer Red Rocket has achieved commercial operation of the Rietkloof Wind Farm, on the border of the Western and Northern Cape provinces. Red Rocket was awarded two preferred... 

Mining contractor gets creative with reeve block system at Platreef

Specialist shaft sinking and mining contractor Murray & Roberts Cementation has successfully completed a reeve block system project at Ivanplats’ Platreef project, in Limpopo. Ivanplats needed an... 

Eastplats appoints Liu chairperson

TSX- and JSE-listed Eastern Platinum (Eastplats) has appointed director Changyu Liu as nonexecutive chairperson effective April 22, succeeding George Dorin who passed away in March. Liu is also... 

Portfolio committee concerned about Department of Defence’s strategy, budget constraints

The Portfolio Committee on Defence and Military Veterans has raised concerns that the ongoing budgetary constraints experienced by the Department of Defence (DoD) will result in the ongoing decline... 

Kumba’s sales volumes rise on the back of rail improvements

A 5% uplift in Transnet’s rail performance supported a 6% increase in sales volumes for iron-ore miner Kumba Iron Ore in the quarter ended March 31. The company sold nine-million tonnes of... 

World Bank Group expands members, priorities for Private Sector Investment Lab

The World Bank Group has launched the next phase of its Private Sector Investment Lab, which will include an expanded membership of industry leaders with experience in generating jobs in developing... 

Gem Resources sells first emeralds from revamped Gravelotte mine

London-listed Gem Resources has sold 8 130 ct in its first sales tender for emeralds produced from the Gravelotte mine, in South Africa’s Limpopo province. Having generated $43 000 from the... 

Gold Fields secures extension to continue mining at Damang

JSE-listed Gold Fields will continue operations at its Damang mine, in Ghana, following extensive engagements with the Ghanaian government, which had initially rejected the company’s application to... 

GirlCode Summit to focus on more women-in-tech enablement

The GirlCode Summit this year aims to create more supportive communities where networking and collaboration are possible, says GirlCode founder and CEO Zandile Mkwazani. “In an era where... 

Askari appoints CPS strategic capital markets adviser to aid African prospects

ASX-listed battery metals-focused company Askari Metals has appointed CPS Capital Group as a strategic capital markets adviser to the company for 12 months. CPS has experience in the global... 

PIC agrees to sell its Barloworld shares to Zahid consortium

JSE-listed industrial group Barloworld has advised that the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has delivered to a Saudi Arabian group associated with Barloworld CEO Dominic Sewela an undertaking... 

Paladin achieves highest quarterly production since restart of Langer Heinrich mine

Western Australia-based uranium producer Paladin Energy has produced 745 484 lb of yellowcake, or triuranium octoxide (U3O8), in the quarter ended March 31, despite weather disruptions at its... 

Capital foresees revenue gains this year despite lower first-quarter results

London-listed mining services company Capital has signed four new contracts for diamond and reverse circulation drilling in Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire and Tanzania, which will help meet its revenue... 

Agbiz appoints Chetty second deputy chairperson

Industry body the Agricultural Business Chamber (Agbiz) has appointed Dr Lukeshni Chetty as second deputy chairperson. She is also GM of the South African National Seed Organisation.  

Traka enters into 75% earn-in agreement in Guinea

ASX-listed Traka Resources has signed an exclusive agreement with Guinea-based Alamako Corporation International to earn a 75% interest in the Didi gold project, which is highly prospective for... 

Rand Refinery deepens support to prior mentees in mentorship programme

Gold and silver refiner Rand Refinery has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive growth and enterprise development in the local jewellery sector, as its Silver and Gold Mentorship Programme enters... 

Mavuso calls for overhaul of auto masterplan as world dynamics change

Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busi Mavuso has expressed concern in her latest newsletter about South Africa’s automotive exports to the US, saying that, to forestall the impact of tariffs on... 

Experimental SEZ exempt from strict labour laws could demonstrate mass employment model – CDE

In a society with catastrophic levels of unemployment, special economic zones (SEZs) could move South Africa beyond its current economic paralysis, says independent policy analysis and advocacy... 

Expert panel aims to champion African-centric green industry vision

In efforts to help the African continent champion its green industrialisation, the newly formed Green Industrial Development Expert Panel (GIDEP) highlighted during its inaugural meeting last month... 

Expert panel aims to champion African-centric green industry vision

In efforts to help the African continent champion its green industrialisation, the newly formed Green Industrial Development Expert Panel (GIDEP) highlighted during its inaugural meeting last month... 

Summit aims to strike ‘new deal’ between public, private sectors as Africa navigates global changes

As protectionism rises and global trade dynamics shift, Africa CEO Forum director Adrien Fielding asserts that a “new deal” must be struck between the public and private sectors in Africa. Speaking... 

TPT installs new ship-to-shore crane at Port Elizabeth Container Terminal

The Port Elizabeth Container Terminal has acquired a new ship-to-shore crane valued at R240-million to increase its container throughput and its capacity to handle larger vessels efficiently. The... 

dtic gathers organisations to celebrate World Intellectual Property Day

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) will celebrate World Intellectual Property Day in KwaZulu-Natal this year. The department will host a media launch on April 16 at the... 

Gold Fields ordered to vacate Damang mine area by April 18

The Minerals Commission of Ghana has rejected JSE-listed Gold Fields’ application for an extension of the Damang main mining lease for another 30 years and instructed the company to cease...