China’s CMOC calls on Congo to lift cobalt export ban
China’s CMOC Group, the world’s top cobalt mining company, called on Democratic Republic of Congo last week to lift a ban on exports of the battery metal, which is currently
Develon construction equipment combination highest efficiencies
Since the successful global re-brand from Doosan to Develon two years ago, Develon South Africa has intensified its expansion programme with the launch of new equipment and the continued strategy
Develon construction equipment combination highest efficiencies
Since the successful global re-brand from Doosan to Develon two years ago, Develon South Africa has intensified its expansion programme with the launch of new equipment and the continued strategy
Southern Africa expecting new refinery as Namibia, Botswana deepen energy cooperation
Botswana and Namibia are taking concrete steps toward greater regional energy integration, with discussions underway to establish a jointly owned oil refinery. The Namibian reports that this initiative, aimed at…
Africa’s pathway to trade resilience
BY MUSTAPHA LAWAL The newly announced U.S. tariffs on exports threaten to undermine economic growth and trade stability across Africa. Countries like Madagascar, Mauritius, Botswana, and South Africa face steep
SaferStops Association Calls for Industry-Wide Commitment to Truck Driver Wellness at Annual Symposium
The SaferStops Association has called for a renewed industry-wide commitment to truck driver wellness and road safety at the 2025 Truck Driver Safety & Wellness Symposium, which concluded on 9
Procure to export: A new mindset for South Africa’s defence industry
The South African government wants to drive growth and job creation. The local defence industry has existing capabilities that can be exploited to assist. There are two elements that would
Curbing the global trade imbalance: The role of African nations
The global trade imbalance has long been a defining challenge in international economics. It manifests in persistent trade deficits and surpluses, affecting economic stability, currency values, and national development. Africa,
Hexagon Electrical plays an important role in the motors sector across Southern Africa
The company – which is based in Brakpan, Gauteng – specialises in both flameproof and non-flameproof equipment, combining mechanical precision, electrical expertise and design innovation to deliver robust, energy-efficient certified
African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 to Spotlight the Impact of Gabon’s Mining Code
Gabon strives to expand the mining industry’s GDP contribution to over 30% by the mid-2030s, using policies such as the Mining Code to attract investment and fuel development. By offering