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Entities will be required to report cybercrime within 72 hours – law firm

By: Simone Liedtke 19th July 2024 In a move to bolster cybersecurity and enhance the reporting of cybercrime incidents, it is expected that Section 54 of the Cybercrimes Act will be enacted soon. This enactment of this provision will impact electronic communication service providers (ECSPs) such as Internet service providers,... →

Cape Town’s Atlantis SEZ aiming to become green-industry heartland

By: Rebecca Campbell 19th July 2024 This month, July, will see the Greentech-focused Atlantis Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) mark two milestones, namely the breaking of ground for the first new factory to be built there, and the start of refurbishment of the site’s one pre-existing factory (which is owned by the ASEZ company). Civil... →

Vulindlela 2.0, green industrialisation, infrastructure at centre of GNU’s growth vision

By: Terence Creamer 18th July 2024 A second round of economic reforms under Operation Vulindlela, together with green industrialisation and scaled-up infrastructure development have been placed at the centre of the Government of National Unity’s (GNU’s) agenda for driving inclusive growth and job creation, which President Cyril... →

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivering his opening of Parliament address

Eskom makes shock objection to issuance of trading licences

By: Terence Creamer 18th July 2024 Eskom has lodged a surprise objection to the issuance of licences to private traders in areas where its distribution entity currently holds a licence, arguing that the current rules of the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) prohibit two or more licensees supplying the same area.... →

Macpherson highlights the work of Infrastructure South Africa

By: Rebecca Campbell 17th July 2024 The work of Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has been hailed by Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson. He was delivering the keynote address, on Tuesday, at the Infrastructure Africa 2024 Conference, being held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. ISA is an agency... →

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson

Treasury to sign agreements in transport and water sectors aimed at fast-tracking private investment

By: Terence Creamer 17th July 2024 Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reports that the National Treasury is working on signing memoranda of agreement in the transport and water sectors with the goal of fast-tracking private sector participation. Delivering his Budget Vote, the Minister said that the agreements would be similar to... →

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana

Localisation to be used to create early-stage demand in targeted sectors - Tau

By: Terence Creamer 16th July 2024 While proclaiming industrial policy to be the “centre piece” of the government of national unity’s economic development strategy, new Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau indicated he would be leaning on local procurement to create early-stage demand in targeted sectors. In his... →

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau

Zambian Minister stresses importance of infrastructure development and the role of PPPs

By: Rebecca Campbell 16th July 2024 Zambian Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development Minister Charles Lubasi Milupi, himself an engineer, has highlighted the importance of infrastructure development for his country and for the Southern African Development Community (SADC). He was speaking at the Infrastructure Africa 2024... →

Public Works Minister determined to accelerate South African infrastructure development

By: Rebecca Campbell 16th July 2024 National Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson announced on Tuesday that he was establishing an Infrastructure Advisory Committee, in his office, to help drive forward infrastructure development in the country, which was urgently needed. He was delivering the keynote address at... →

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson

Nuclear Regulator grants Eskom permission to extend life of Koeberg Unit 1 to July 2044

By: Terence Creamer 15th July 2024 South Africa’s National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) board has approved a 20-year life extension for Koeberg Unit 1, but has deferred a decision on the nuclear power station’s Unit 2 until late 2025, owing to the fact that an assessment of the second reactor’s safety case is still ongoing. The... →

Koeberg nuclear power station

Carbon intensity of our economy has become unsustainable - Ramaphosa

By: Terence Creamer 15th July 2024 The carbon intensity of our economy has become unsustainable, President Cyril Ramaphosa writes in his latest weekly newsletter, published ahead of his address to a climate finance symposium being hosted jointly by the National Treasury and the Presidential Climate Commission. Ramaphosa notes that... →

President Cyril Ramaphosa

Cesa, Aon state need for infrastructure resilience as Engineering Excellence Award finalists are announced

By: Schalk Burger 12th July 2024 Industry organisations Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) and professional services and management consulting firm Aon South Africa have announced the finalists for the Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards 2024. The organisations also highlight the critical importance of engineering... →

An infrastructure project under construction

CE marked washer range offered by distributor

12th July 2024 The Swedish wedge-locking solutions manufacturer Nord-Lock range of securing washers, distributed and supported by industrial equipment supplier BMG, is reportedly the only brand on the market that currently displays the European CE quality mark of approval. “The prestigious CE marking is... →

A gloved hand holding a securing washer made by Nord-Lock

QUALITY AT HAND BMG distributes CE certified wedge-locking solutions manufactured by Nord-Lock to its South African and sub-Saharan African clients

Railway functionality hinges on fasteners

12th July 2024 Railway infrastructure stands as a testament to human ingenuity, connecting cities, nations and continents, says local fastener manufacturer and distributor Swagefast, adding that beneath the seemingly simple tracks lies a complex network of components that ensure the safety and efficiency of... →

STAYING ON TRACK The bolts and fasteners supplied by Swagefast to teh rail sector are specially designed for the rigours of continuous use

New concrete fastener meets high-load demand

12th July 2024 Global fastener solutions manufacturer fischer India announced the launch of its pre-positioned undercut anchor, or FSU, which is a “ground-breaking addition” to fischer's line-up designed to meet the demands of high-load applications in concrete. “This innovative anchor not only delivers... →

A building with metal beams bolted to the cement holding a platform up

UNDER PRESSURE The pre-positioned undercut anchor designed by fischer meets the demands of high-load applications in concrete

Fastener provider expands portfolio

12th July 2024 Solar system fastening solutions provider Ejot has announced the launch of its EJOFAST JF3-2-6.0, a 6 mm self-drilling screw that expands on Ejot’s already vast portfolio of fasteners for solar systems on various roof types and substructures. The company notes that the established EJOFAST... →

An Ejot EJOFAST JF3-2-6.0, a 6 mm self-drilling screw designed for solar installations on a solar panel

SHINING LIGHT Solar installations need a reliable and sturdy fastener to hold the panels and frame together while outside in the elements

Cape Town consultancy launches community engagement platform for large-scale projects

By: Marleny Arnoldi 9th July 2024 Cape Town-based sustainability consultancy Cultiver Group has launched a community engagement platform called ENGAGE!, which is aimed at helping ensure inclusivity and lower social risk for infrastructure projects. The company had been undertaking pilot implementations for one year to test the... →

Leasehold model at Dube TradePort provides consistent revenue, helps property developers

By: Schalk Burger 9th July 2024 Special economic zone (SEZ) Dube TradePort says its long-term leasehold model allows investors to access land over long periods without the need to buy it outright and ensures that it has a stable revenue stream over the lease period. The SEZ has noted a growing awareness and interest in the... →

Ivory Park capital development on track following oversight visit, CoJ says

By: Darren Parker 8th July 2024 City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Development Planning councillor Eunice Mgcina, along with Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) CEO Themba Mathibe, conducted an oversight visit to two capital infrastructure projects in Ivory Park, Region A, last week. The aim... →

Saice to work with Cabinet to address South Africa's infrastructure challenges

By: Schalk Burger 5th July 2024 Industry organisation the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) says it is committed to collaborating with government to address the nation's infrastructure challenges and foster economic growth by so doing. Saice acknowledges the vital role that infrastructure plays in advancing... →

Provider expands international footprint

By: Simone Liedtke 5th July 2024 Water storage solutions provider and manufacturer Damsak Reservoirs has expanded into international markets, the move underscoring the company’s commitment to addressing global water scarcity and infrastructure challenges, particularly in the manufacturing, mining and engineering sectors. Central... →

FOCUSED ENGINEERING Damsak’s water storage bladders are engineered with a focus on reliability, durability, and ease of installation and transportation

Onus on sector to optimise steel capacity – SAISI

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 5th July 2024 Amid the mounting challenges of slow economic growth and increased steel imports, steel representative organisation the South African Iron and Steel Institute (SAISI) emphasises the need to address trade barriers and use steel capacities effectively to unleash opportunities on the continent.... →

CHARLES DEDNAM Overall steel consumption decreased by 23% over the past decade, even as imports surged to 30% of total consumption

Steel key to circular economy

5th July 2024 Not-for-profit trade organisation, the Hot Dip Galvanizers Association of South Africa (HDGASA) implores its members to embrace the important role that steel can play in promoting a circular economy. HDGASA executive director Robin Clarke asserts that it is time for the steel sector to move away... →

GREEN IMPERATIVES The Hot Dip Galvanizers Association of South Africa highlights the importance of galvanised steel in promoting green consciousness

Strong relationships underpin success

5th July 2024 Structural steel fabrication company Cousins Steel International (CSI) asserts that succession planning and robust synergies are the catalysts that have led to its enduring success. The company, which blends its decades-long legacy with modern steel technology and insights, is proud of its... →

A generic image of large steel components

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING CSI stresses the importance of sustaining collaboration initiatives in the steel industry

Bottlenecks affecting company’s operations

By: Lumkile Nkomfe 5th July 2024 Local supply chain and logistics bottlenecks have significantly impacted on steel trading and distribution company Tradecore Steel’s manufacturing operations. These bottlenecks can be attributed to delays in raw material deliveries, transport inefficiencies and port congestion, all of which have... →

A generic image of galvanised steel sheeting

TRANSFORMATIVE CAPACITY The health of the steel sector remains crucial in addressing various challenges within the mining and construction sectors

Consistent pipeline all that is needed to resuscitate SA construction

By: Schalk Burger 5th July 2024 A consistent and predictable pipeline of construction and infrastructure development projects, which must be underpinned by political support and leadership, is all that is necessary to accelerate construction and development in South Africa. Once there is sufficient clarity on projects, the... →

Company awarded tender for 100-t crane

5th July 2024 Steel manufacturing corporation ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) has awarded a tender for a 100-t engineered crane to Southern Africa’s largest crane company Morris Material Handling. Morris Material Handling plays a crucial role in the supply and manufacturing of equipment for industrial... →

An image of the Morris Material Handling staff personnel

UNITY IN PURPOSE A shared commitment to excellence underscores the company's approach to designing, operating and supplying equipment for industrial applications

Cape Town hits apartment developer with R1m penalty

By: Irma Venter 5th July 2024 Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has upheld a decision by the city’s Municipal Planning Tribunal to impose a record R1-million penalty for unauthorised construction work in Belville. The penalty relates to a developer, named as Steven Kampies, constructing a 22-unit apartment building where... →

Coega secures approval for first-ever public sector limited recourse capital transaction

By: Marleny Arnoldi 4th July 2024 In support of special economic zone (SEZ) operator Coega Development Corporation’s ambitious renewable energy programme, the National Treasury has approved a limited recourse capital transaction – a first for the public sector. The transaction will finance the Coega solar rooftop programme,... →

Coega SEZ

Brikor plans to delist from the JSE

By: Schalk Burger 4th July 2024 The board of directors of building materials manufacturer and supplier Brikor has advised shareholders that it is considering proposing an arrangement to repurchase the shares held by the remaining shareholders in Brikor, other than those of Nikkel Trading 392 and the Brikor Share Incentive... →

CBE commits to professionalise construction sector alongside new infrastructure Minister, Deputy Minister

By: Schalk Burger 4th July 2024 Regulatory body the Council for the Built Environment (CBE) has welcomed the appointments of Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson and Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala, and says it will work with them to professionalise the built environment sector. "We aim for a future in which... →

South Africa must develop solutions to address specific sanitation issues

By: Schalk Burger 3rd July 2024 Various technologies, from ventilated improved pit toilets to decentralised wastewater systems, offer potential solutions to some of the country’s sanitation challenges, but these technologies must be tailored to each community’s unique needs, particularly in informal settlements, the South... →

AMSA to continue operating longs business, but instability at flats unit hits earnings

By: Terence Creamer 2nd July 2024 Despite a negative trading update, steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) has announced that it will continue to operate its longs business, the closure of which was deferred earlier this year while various initiatives aimed at saving the unit were pursued with government, labour and... →

Photo by Creamer Media Chief Photographer Donna Slater
ArcelorMittal South Africa CEO Kobus Verster

New trade and industry leadership expected to use industrial policy levers to support key sectors

By: Terence Creamer 2nd July 2024 With industrial policy back in fashion in many economies, business and policy specialists expect new Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau to prioritise measures to support key sectors, including those aligned to the emerging green economy. The former Department of Cooperative... →

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau

Cesa welcomes Macpherson's appointment as Public Works Minister

By: Schalk Burger 1st July 2024 Industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) says it looks forward to working with new Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson. “We trust [he] will be more responsive than his predecessor, particularly in partnering with Cesa to pursue the critical... →

Separation of energy portfolio and Ramokgopa’s appointment praised amid rising energy-transition complexity

By: Terence Creamer 1st July 2024 The decision to establish a separate energy portfolio with the African National Congress’s Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa as Minister and the Democratic Alliance’s Samantha Graham as Deputy Minister has been welcomed by stakeholders and commentators alike. There are already warnings, however, that the... →

Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa speaking during an Eskom power station visit while still Electricity Minister

SolarSaver showcases innovations of its latest solar installation in Melrose Arch precinct

By: Marleny Arnoldi 28th June 2024 Energy company SolarSaver has successfully completed a solar installation at the Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch and the African Pride Hotel, both of which are based in the Melrose Arch precinct in Gauteng. Owing to the limited available roof space for solar panel installation, SolarSaver... →

Marriott Hotel, in Melrose Arch

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