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Magazine round up | 20 September 2024 

20th September 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

Magazine round up | 20 September 2024
Magazine round up | 20 September 2024

Steenhuisen outlines vision for growing and modernising SA’s agriculture ecosystem 

By: Marleny Arnoldi     20th September 2024 Newly appointed Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is pushing a renewed focus on structural reforms, biosecurity and improved trade relations with other countries as the Democratic Alliance leader takes charge of the department as part of the Government of National Unity (GNU). In an exclusive... 

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Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen unpacks major growth constraints in the industry and how he plans to modernise the sector

Mahindra SA celebrates 20 000th Pik Up unit  

18th September 2024 Vehicle manufacturer Mahindra South Africa in August celebrated the milestone of having the 20 000th locally assembled Pik Up “bakkie” rolling off the line, as the company gears for its next phase of growth in the country and looks to initiate localisation. Tasneem Bulbulia tells us more. 

Mahindra SA celebrates 20 000th Pik Up unit
Mahindra SA celebrates 20 000th Pik Up unit

Companies are reaping financial benefits from addressing carbon emissions 

By: Schalk Burger     17th September 2024 A quarter of companies worldwide across industries have managed to reduce their carbon footprint and make meaningful financial gains that benefit them and their employees, shareholders and stakeholders, the fourth edition of the 'Carbon Emissions' report published by management consultancy Boston... 

A graph showing the financial benefits achieved by companies through decarbonisation efforts
Executives from Boston Consulting Group and CO2 AI discuss the findings of their co-authored 'Carbon Emissions' report. Video and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson.

Momentum Group Foundation calls for increased collaboration to bolster efforts to tackle youth unemployment  

By: Tasneem Bulbulia     16th September 2024 With South Africa’s youth unemployment having reached unsustainably high levels, Momentum Group Foundation has called for increased collaboration to tackle this and to augment the strides it has made thus far in addressing this issue. Speaking during the group’s ‘Masibambisane for Impact on... 

An image of Employment and Labour Deputy Minister Ntuthuko Mbongiseni Sibiya
Department of Labour Deputy Minister Ntuthuko Mbongiseni Sibiya outlines issues impacting youth employment in the country, and measures seeking to address this.

Nuclear energy procurement discussed at summit  

By: Creamer Media Reporter      13th September 2024 Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses some of the issues raised during a nuclear summit hosted by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy this week. 

Engineering News Editor Terence Creamer
Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses some of the issues raised during a nuclear summit hosted by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy this week. (Camera & editing: Nicholas Boyd)

Magazine round up | 13 September 2024 

13th September 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

Magazine round up | 13 September 2024
Magazine round up | 13 September 2024

M&R positive about profitable returns from FY25 as rightsizing bears fruit 

By: Marleny Arnoldi     12th September 2024 Engineering and contracting services company Murray & Roberts (M&R) has said the voluntary administration of its Australian businesses from December 2022, continued to impact it throughout the financial year ended June 30. The most notable issue for the company remains servicing its corporate... 

M&R CE Henry Laas
Murray & Roberts CEO Henry Laas discusses impacts to the business' financials in the year ended June 30

Bureau Veritas showcases state-of-the-art facility 

12th September 2024 Global laboratory testing, inspection and certification group Bureau Veritas Southern Africa’s M&L Laboratory Services continues to evolve and develop as it streamlines and refines processes. Natasha Odendaal has the story. 

Bureau Veritas showcases state-of-the-art facility
Bureau Veritas showcases state-of-the-art facility

Growthpoint reports improved KPIs despite high interest rates 

By: Sabrina Jardim     11th September 2024 JSE-listed retail estate investment trust (REIT) Growthpoint Properties has reported improvements in the majority of key performance indicators (KPIs), including arrears, rental reversion rates, valuations and vacancies, for its South African business for the financial year ended June 30 The... 

Growthpoint CEO Norbert Sasse
Growthpoint group CEO Norbert Sasse and Growthpoint South Africa CEO Estienne de Klerk discuss the company's results for the financial year ended June 30

Logitech seeks to help South African businesses in the 'new world of work' 

By: Tasneem Bulbulia     11th September 2024 Computer peripherals and software manufacturer Logitech is aiming to provide video conferencing and other solutions for the “new world of work” to the South African market, through its Logitech for Business offering. At a “New Logic of Work” event, held in Johannesburg on September 10, Logitech... 

Logitech technologies and workspace management offerings
Logitech solutions engineer Marnus Jacobs expands on some of the technologies the company showcased at recent event in Johannesburg, as well as its plans and strategy. Video and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson

On-The-Air (06/09/2024) 

By: Martin Creamer     6th September 2024 Martin Creamer talks about green hydrogen economy, platinum group metals and clean energy. 

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Martin Creamer talks about green hydrogen economy, platinum group metals and clean energy.

Magazine round up | 06 September 2024 

6th September 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

Magazine round up | 06 September 2024
Magazine round up | 06 September 2024

Pilot possibly a template for textiles recycling 

By: Halima Frost     6th September 2024 The successful completion of a clothing, textile, footwear and leather (CTFL) waste disposal pilot project, managed by national support programme National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA), creates opportunity for similar projects, says NCPC-SA project manager Andre Page. The... 

Pilot possibly a template for textiles recycling
NCPC-SA project manager Andre Page discusses the CTFL waste management project recently undertaken by the NCPC-SA

Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA  

4th September 2024 The University of South Africa has launched Africa’s first next-generation DNA sequencing platform, the PacBio Revio, which was developed in collaboration with Inqaba Biotec. The acquisition and installation of this ‘state-of-the-art’ platform, co-funded by both parties, will be housed at Inqaba... 

Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA
Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA

A Legacy of Excellence 70 years of continuous values and innovation for SA manufacturer 

4th September 2024 The story of South African manufacturer Bell Equipment is one deeply rooted in strong family values, innovation and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Founded by Irvine Bell in 1954, the company’s journey from its inception to becoming a global leader in manufacturing and support services is a... 

Bell logo
Bell Equipment CEO Ashley Bell discusses the South African manufacturer’s history and future aspirations during an interview on the company’s 70th anniversary.

Responsibilities for SOEs moved to their respective Ministries  

By: Creamer Media Reporter      30th August 2024 Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the implications of moving that State-owned enterprises that previously fell under the Department of Public Enterprises to new departments. 

Responsibilities for SOEs moved to their respective Ministries
Responsibilities for SOEs moved to their respective Ministries

Magazine round up | 30 August 2024 

30th August 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

Magazine round up | 30 August 2024
Magazine round up | 30 August 2024

Metso and Betterect showcase 50-m-diameter thickener 

28th August 2024 Mining equipment manufacturer Metso and steel fabricator Betterect showcased the 50-m-diameter high-rate thickener they made for a mining client at Betterect's premises.  

Metso and Betterect showcase 50-m-diameter thickener
Metso and Betterect showcase 50-m-diameter thickener

On-The-Air (23/08/2024) 

By: Martin Creamer     23rd August 2024 Martin Creamer talks about a Gauteng manganese beneficiation plant, as well as, a Gauteng gold recovery operation. 

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Martin Creamer talks about a Gauteng manganese beneficiation plant and a Gauteng gold recovery operation.

ESG risk should be integrated into organisational risk processes 

By: Sabrina Jardim     23rd August 2024 As emphasis on environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) grows globally, integrating ESG into effective risk management plays a key role in strategy development, panellists noted during a Creamer Media-hosted webinar, titled ‘The importance of integrating strategic ESG risk into... 

ESG risk should be integrated into organisational risk processes
ESG Africa Conf – risk processes A panel of experts discuss the importance of integrating ESG into strategic and organisational risk processes in this webinar hosted on behalf of ESG Africa Conference & Expo.

Renewables procurement and a grid survey make headlines  

By: Creamer Media Reporter      23rd August 2024 Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the findings of the latest South African Renewable Energy Grid Survey; how the survey results will be used; and the mixed picture that has emerged for wind and solar projects following the latest public procurement round.   

Renewables procurement and a grid survey make headlines
Renewables procurement and a grid survey make headlines

Magazine round up | 23 August 2024 

23rd August 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

Magazine round up | 23 August 2024
Magazine round up | 23 August 2024

Women’s participation key to economic growth – investment firm 

By: Lumkile Nkomfe      23rd August 2024 Efforts to facilitate the greater participation of women in key sectors of the economy, such as the transport sector, are viewed with the utmost importance by women-led investment firm Identity Partners. The impetus for developing this business, established in 2008, was the desire to increase... 

SONJA DE BRUYN Infrastructure projects and partnerships can be integral to enhancing equality, in addition to safe and effective transport infrastructure's facilitating the movement of women, and therefore, assisting in their participation in economic activity
Identity Partners co-founder and principal partner Sonja De Bruyn discussing the significant roles that women play in industry

Women still facing many challenges in the workplace – panel  

By: Tasneem Bulbulia     21st August 2024 While some strides have been made to increase the participation of women in business, gender parity is still way below the level it should be in the country, as is women’s participation in leadership roles. This was highlighted by speakers during Creamer Media’s Women in Business webinar, held on... 

Women still facing many challenges in the workplace – panel
Women in Business Watch a panel of women speakers explore critical issues and opportunities for women in the South African business landscape.

Babcock Education and Training showcases programmes to address skills gaps 

21st August 2024 Given the skills shortage facing the South African engineering sector, Babcock Education and Training (BET) – a subsidiary of Babcock International Group-Africa – aims to provide the necessary training services to equip individuals with the skills needed in high-demand sectors. Sabrina Jardim... 

Babcock Education and Training showcases programmes to address skills gaps
Babcock Education and Training showcases programmes to address skills gaps

On-The-Air (16/08/2024) 

By: Martin Creamer     16th August 2024 Martin Creamer talks about Electra Mining Africa 2024, clean green energy and the economy.  

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Martin Creamer talks about Electra Mining Africa 2024, clean green energy and the economy.

Necom's focus, Transnet's recovery and the future of Operation Vulindlela make headlines  

By: Creamer Media Reporter      16th August 2024 Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses some of the key outcomes of the first meeting between Cabinet member and business leaders since the formation of the Government of National Unity.   

Necom's focus, Transnet's recovery and the future of Operation Vulindlela make headlines
Necom's focus, Transnet's recovery and the future of Operation Vulindlela make headlines

Magazine round up | 16 August 2024 

16th August 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader.  

Magazine round up | 16 August 2024
Magazine round up | 16 August 2024

BFAP foresees continued pressure on agri producers until 2033  

By: Marleny Arnoldi     15th August 2024 The Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy’s (BFAP’s) latest baseline outlook report for 2024 to 2033 was influenced by the record number of elections held this year across the world, as well as sluggish world economic growth. BFAP senior economist Shannon Bold told delegates during the launch... 

Plant closeup at agricultural nursery
BFAP executive director Dr Tracy Davids summarizes the outlook for agriculture up to 2033.

First Battery showcases lead-acid recycling facility 

14th August 2024 Battery manufacturer First Battery took media on a tour of its lead-acid battery recycling facility to highlight its capacity and capabilities. Schalk Burger has the story. 

First Battery showcases lead-acid recycling facility
First Battery showcases lead-acid recycling facility

On-The-Air (09/08/2024) 

By: Martin Creamer     9th August 2024 Martin Creamer talking on copper, gold and ferrochrome. 

On-The-Air (09/08/2024)
Martin Creamer speaking on SAfm

Magazine round up | 09 August 2024 

9th August 2024 A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

Magazine round up | 09 August 2024
Magazine round up | 09 August 2024

The NTCSA's immediate priorities  

By: Creamer Media Reporter      8th August 2024 Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the role of the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) in the country's electricity system; its current trading status; its plans to secure its own allowable revenue during upcoming tariff deliberations; and whether it has the capacity... 

The NTCSA's immediate priorities
The NTCSA's immediate priorities

RBIDZ gassing up to advance country’s energy security to support industrialization 

By: Tracy Hancock     8th August 2024 Establishing an energy hub in Richards Bay, in line with the Integrated Resource Plan to support South Africa’s energy security, is closely linked to growing KwaZulu-Natal’s (KZN’s) industrialisation and that of the country in general. An intermittent power supply is a limiting factor in South... 

RBIDZ COO Muzi Shange
RBIDZ COO Muzi Shange discusses the organisation’s role in attracting investment to promote industrialisation while attending this year’s Infrastructure Africa event in Cape Town.

Colossal Concrete Products well-positioned to deliver on rail demands 

7th August 2024 Southern Africa’s largest manufacturer of railway sleepers, Colossal Concrete Products has outlined its vision for delivering optimal solutions for the rail sector. Lumkile Nkomfe tells us more. 

Colossal Concrete Products well-positioned to deliver on rail demands
Colossal Concrete Products well-positioned to deliver on rail demands

GoSolr concerned about rising electricity costs 

By: Sabrina Jardim     7th August 2024 Although South Africa has experienced no loadshedding over the past three months, residential solar energy company GoSolr says the energy crisis is far from over, noting that rising electricity tariffs remain a challenge. During a presentation on the company’s second quarterly Light Paper,... 

GoSolr CEO and co-founder Andrew Middleton
GoSolr CEO and co-founder Andrew Middleton discusses the challenge of rising electricity costs (Video and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson)

Skipping water infrastructure maintenance will cause challenges larger than electricity crisis, says Mahlobo 

By: Natasha Odendaal     5th August 2024 Many issues have been raised over Rand Water’s five-week extensive maintenance programme, following which many residents across Gauteng were left without water for days and weeks. Some are still facing supply challenges. However, Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo suggests that... 

WATER AND SANITATION DEPUTY MINISTER DAVID MAHLOBO
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo discusses the importance of water infrastructure maintenance. 05.08.2024. Camerawork and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson
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