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Africa’s renewable energy revolution is moving beyond just generating power; the focus has decisively shifted to connecting these projects to unlock a true regional energy market, according to experts at SRK Consulting (South Africa). The surge in wind, solar, and hydro schemes across the continent is now being leveraged by …

A major African copper mine has dramatically turned around its operational efficiency and profitability, thanks to the deployment of Valmet’s advanced Flowrox peristaltic pump. The mine, which had been crippled by frequent, costly downtime and high maintenance requirements stemming from its previous slurry pumping system, found a definitive solution in …

Following the recent G20 summit, a clear message has emerged: Africa is not merely a beneficiary of the global economy, but a formidable builder, innovator, and industrial force. This reality is most evident in the continent’s accelerating digital and industrial transformation across critical sectors like mining, ports, energy, and infrastructure, …

Namibia’s economic expansion is set to slow in 2025, with real gross domestic product projected to ease to 3.0%, down from an estimated 3.7% in 2024, according to the Bank of Namibia’s December 2025 Economic Outlook Update. The bank attributed the weaker outlook to subdued performance across several key sectors, …

The Namibian government is strengthening its push to attract Chinese investment across key sectors as it positions itself as a strategic cooperation hub for China in southern Africa.China is already Namibia’s largest source of foreign direct investment, accounting for about 30 percent of total inflows and its second-largest trading partner …

By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck Specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck, keeps adding to the discussion about oil additives – the latest topic is anti-wear additives. What are they? Zinc dithiophosphate (ZDP), Zinc dialkyl-dithiophosphate (ZDDP) compounds, organic phosphates, Organomolybdenum compounds. What do they do? Reduce friction and wear How do …

The global copper market is heading towards a critical supply crunch, and a leading copper producer, Consolidated Copper Corporation (CCC), is positioning the reactivation of existing mines in Namibia as a swift and sustainable solution. CCC’s CEO, John Sisay, argues that these “brownfield” projects are a necessary countermeasure to a …

South Africa—Africa’s ability to capture the full economic, industrial, and societal value of its vast mineral endowments hinges entirely on regional integration and a decisive shift from policy dialogue to co-ordinated action. That was the unequivocal message delivered by industry experts and policymakers at a media briefing for the Investing …

In a bid to reinforce authenticity in an era of deepfakes and misleading claims, this November – World Quality Month – condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, is reaffirming its commitment to real, verifiable quality – from the rigour of scientific laboratory methods to customer service professionalism. The focus on authenticity …

The 2025 Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) ended on a high note as outstanding young innovators were recognised for their exceptional research and creativity. The fair, held at the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park from 6 to 10 October 2025, brought together the brightest young minds …