In a candid discussion on 702 Drive with host John Perlman, Professor Valli Padiachi, a veteran energy expert and former executive manager at Eskom and City Power, revealed the multifaceted causes behind the surge in substation fires plaguing South...
The second Africa Skills Week (ASW) which promotes youth skills development and fosters collaboration across the continent, is currently underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Mimmy Gondwe is leading...
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the appointment of a suitable terminal operator to construct and manage a Break Bulk Terminal specialising in cold storage of fish and related products at the...
The overarching topic for this year is “Towards Sustainable Water and Sanitation Security in Africa”. The theme speaks to the urgent need for long-term, inclusive solutions. Attendees will get front-row access to panel discussions, exhibitions, and...
Many still view oil water separators as simple concrete boxes, but evolving regulations and technology demand far more precision. Proper classification, correct sizing, and awareness of site-specific risks are essential. Without this, operators...
With its e-waste collection containers in stores across the nation, Pick n Pay, together with Ewaste Africa and the E-waste Recycling Authority have collected 124 tonnes of e-waste since the beginning of 2025. Pick n Pay, together with Ewaste...
When we hear the word “disaster” we often think of floods, droughts or earthquakes – events caused by nature. But what really turns these events into disasters is how prepared we are to deal with them. A flood becomes a disaster when people do not...
Africa has nearly $4 trillion in domestic institutional capital that it can tap for infrastructure investment according to a recent report by leading continental lender, AFC. Held by pension funds, sovereign wealth funds and banks, this capital...
When it comes to digital infrastructure in Africa, few things are more pressing than the need for faster, more resilient, and more direct connectivity between the continent’s east and west coasts. As things stand today, if a submarine cable...
Werner Pumps has launched its fully redesigned range of industrial high-pressure washers, engineered for medium- to heavy-duty applications and built with a “racing-car” style cart that boosts manoeuverability, stability and on-site safety. The...
