South Africa’s logistics weaknesses have made the country vulnerable – and neighbours are ready to exploit the situation. That’s according to Transport Minister Barbara Creecy, who delivered the opening address at the 2026 Southern African Transport Conference. Speaking on 6 July under the theme “Developing and Sustaining Transport Systems in […]
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Substandard cables and weak enforcement are fuelling preventable fires, highlighting that compliance with SANS standards is non-negotiable 08 July 2026: South Africans are being urged to exercise extreme caution when purchasing electrical extension cords, following growing concern across the industry about the influx of substandard and non-compliant products into the […]
Integrated Air Solutions (IAS) will be exhibiting Tier 1 compressor brands, advanced technologies, premium air solutions and customer‑focused services at Electra Mining Africa (EMA) 2026, demonstrating the compressed air specialist’s commitment to driving energy efficiency and long‑term operational value for customers and end-users. Alongside the highly regarded ELGi range of […]
SKF is a global leader in slewing bearing design and manufacture, drawing on decades of application insight, unrivalled manufacturing expertise and a Life Cycle Management philosophy to provide customers with high‑performance solutions across a wide range of types and sizes. The portfolio includes both standard and customised slewing bearings in […]
FAW Trucks Southern Africa has launched the new J7 heavy-duty performance truck tractor – its newest premium flagship model purpose-built for the realities of long-haul transport, fleet productivity, safety and operator comfort in demanding African conditions. Engineered for long-distance efficiency, reliability and safety, the J7’s extensive technical and design enhancements […]
As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt key global trade routes, Exporters Western Cape (EWC) says the Cape of Good Hope is once again becoming a viable alternative for international shipping, but warns that South Africa must act quickly to turn this into a sustained advantage. EWC […]
Lanseria used to be a nondescript little domestic airport at the end of Malibongwe Road where the Magaliesberg hills roll into the distance and the Maggie’s Farm roadside attraction makes the best homemade pies north of Johannesburg. But that’s no longer the case – at least not for the international […]
The Mozambican government has established a specialised office to oversee the development of the country’s first national railway connecting its northern and southern regions. The North-South Railway Office (GLNS) was approved by the Council of Ministers and will coordinate the promotion, development and implementation of the project. Construction is projected […]
South Africa’s dairy industry has warned that inconsistent application of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) control measures is threatening exports, even as government intensifies its national vaccination campaign. Clover SA said in a statement on Friday that current eradication measures for dairy products were “inconsistent, non-standardised and exceed international standards”, placing the sector […]
SKF, global advanced bearing and rotating technology specialist, is dedicated to fighting friction, one of the leading causes of component damage, costly breakdowns and operational unreliability, by delivering solutions that improve asset reliability and advance plant sustainability for customers worldwide. Building on this commitment, SKF proudly introduces its latest advancement […]