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Prioritizing Skills Development and Entry-Level Jobs to Boost Youth Employment
The news headlines made for grim reading this week, highlighting a climb in the unemployment rate to a concerning 32.9% in the first quarter of 2025. The numbers tell a startling story. The youth labour market not only reflects age-based disparities but also entrenched gender inequalities. Women continue to face greater barriers to employment, particularly
Harmony Gold Declares June 5 a Day of Safety After Fatal Incident at Joel Mine
Tragic Fall-of-Ground Incident at Joel Mine Harmony Gold Mining Company has declared June 5 a Day of Safety across all its South African operations, following a fatal fall-of-ground (FoG) incident at its Joel mine in the Free State. The accident resulted in the death of an employee and has triggered company-wide reflection and action to
West African Resources Aligns with Burkina Faso’s Push for Greater Equity Participation
Burkina Faso Revises Mining Code to Increase State Equity In a strategic move reflecting growing trends in African resource nationalism, West African Resources (WAF) has agreed to align with Burkina Faso’s revised mining regulations by accommodating the government's decision to increase its equity interest in new mining projects from 10% to 15%. This development comes
Rio Tinto Opens $2 Billion Western Range Iron Ore Mine in Australia
Rio Tinto has officially opened its $2 billion Western Range iron ore mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to sustain its iron ore production. This development is a joint venture between Rio Tinto, holding a 54% stake, and China Baowu Steel Group, which owns the remaining
Jubilee Metals Sells South African Assets to Tap Zambia’s Copper Boom
Jubilee Metals Group has announced a major strategic shift, selling off its South African operations to prioritize copper production in Zambia. This move aligns with the company’s goal to tap into the surging global demand for copper a critical metal in electric vehicles, renewable energy, and modern infrastructure. Divesting in South Africa Long known for
Comstor Champions Inclusive Digital Growth for South Africa’s SMME
Driving Infrastructure Growth in Underserved Communities At the recent SMME Awards Gala, Dorio Bowes, Director of Comstor Southern Africa, shared Comstor’s vision to empower digital infrastructure growth across South Africa, with a particular focus on underserved communities. As a key Cisco distributor, Comstor is evolving its approach to meet the growing demand for secure, scalable
Mali Court Adjourns Hearing on Barrick's Gold Mines Administration Case
Malian courts have delayed a high-stake hearing that would determine whether Barrick Gold Corporation’s mining operations in Mali should come under provisional administration. The legal dispute has drawn national and international attention because of its potential impact on investor confidence and mining sector governance. Barrick's Role in Mali's Mining IndustryBarrick Gold, one of the world’s
Mixed Fortunes for First Quantum Minerals in Africa: Progress and Setbacks
First Quantum Minerals (FQM), a major player in Africa’s mining industry, is currently navigating a mix of challenges and progress at its Zambian operations. The company’s two major copper mines Kansanshi and Sentinel are experiencing both setbacks and promising developments. Kansanshi Mine: Expansion Moves Forward Amid Planned Shutdown At the Kansanshi mine, one of First
Shunka Minerals Moves to Restart Operations in Tanzania with Rukwa Mine
Shunka Minerals, a mid-sized mining company with operations across East Africa, is preparing to resume mining at the Rukwa coal project in Tanzania. This move follows a prolonged operational pause that raised concerns among investors, local communities, and other stakeholders about the company's future in the region. Reasons Behind the Suspension The company suspended operations
Ivanhoe Mines Resumes Operations in Congo After Seismic Activities
Ivanhoe Mines has resumed operations at its Kamoa-Kakula Copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after briefly suspending production due to seismic activity in the region. The company temporarily halted operations as a precautionary safety measure to protect employees and infrastructure following the detection of unusual underground tremors near the mining zone. Swift
Achieving manufacturers agility in the face of constant global uncertainty
Adapting to an Unpredictable Global Trade Environment It’s no secret that manufacturers are operating in an increasingly complex global trade environment, facing challenges from tariff volatility and shifting supply chains. Fluctuating trade tariffs are also intensifying the challenges facing manufacturers, impacting profitability, supply chain stability and international competitiveness. Even in a less challenging global context,
Africa’s Energy and Mining Sectors: Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges
Africa’s energy and mining sectors continue to go through significant dynamic changes, driven by global demand for green minerals, continued technological advancements and the push for sustainable environmentally friendly energy sources. These changes present both opportunities and challenges for the continent. Green Minerals Demand and Growth Africa’s mineral rich Deposits like lithium, cobalt and copper
A Strategic Alliance for Educational Transformation: Sizwe and Instructure Unite for South Africa’s Digital Future
In a landmark partnership set to reshape South Africa’s digital education landscape, Sizwe Africa IT Group and Instructure, the makers of the popular learning management system (LMS) Canvas, have joined forces to enhance digital learning accessibility and innovation across the country. This collaboration aims to address long-standing educational inequalities by integrating cutting-edge technology into classrooms
Driven By Growth: Suzuki Breaks Ground On New South African Headquarters
In a bold move that clearly signals its long-term commitment to the South African market, Suzuki Auto South Africa has officially begun constructing its new headquarters and distribution hub. This exciting project, developed in close collaboration with Fortress Real Estate Investments, takes shape in the rapidly expanding Longlake Logistics Park in Gauteng. The partners marked
Rising Operational Costs Threaten SME Stability In South Africa
Since the start of 2025, several announcements by government have left South African consumers concerned about future disposable income as well as businesses troubled about available cashflow. The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) deliberated and announced a 12.74% electricity price hike for Eskom, effective 1 April. NERSA confirmed that additional increases will follow
Driving Africa's Future : 330KM-Range ITAOUA EV Launched in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso has launched its locally manufactured electric vehicle (EV) called the ITAOUA. Introduced early this year, this bold initiative promotes sustainable development, improves mobility, and strengthens national self-reliance. A Homegrown Technological Milestone The ITAOUA, named after a village in Tanghin-Dassouri, Kadiogo Province, reflects Burkina Faso’s innovation and cultural identity. Engineers design and assemble the vehicle
The Changing Face of African Healthcare: Innovations and Insights
Africa’s healthcare system has significantly evolved, driven by technology, public-private partnerships, and growing health investments. As the continent continues to battle both communicable and non-communicable diseases, it is also embracing innovative trends to improve access to quality healthcare. Digital Health and TelemedicineOne of the most notable developments is the fast adoption of digital health solutions.
South Africa’s Supply Chain Digital Revolution: The Leaders Driving Transformation
Picture from CIPS Southern Africa South African businesses are embracing the digital supply chain revolution, marking a pivotal shift in procurement and logistics strategies. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI), advanced analytics, and cloud computing has become a present reality, reshaping the global supply chain landscape. The Acceleration of Digital Adoption A recent KPMG report
Discovery Green and Sasol Launch Ampli Energy to Transform Access to Clean Power
Discovery Green and Sasol have partnered to introduce Ampli Energy, a renewable energy initiative designed to improve how South African businesses access clean, green electricity. This partnership offers flexible, monthly renewable energy options for small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs), which often face barriers to long-term energy solutions due to financial limitations and technical challenges.
SA Launches R1 Million Tech Challenge for most Innovative SMMEs
A Bold Move to Empower Local Tech Innovators South Africa has announced an exciting R1 million prize pool for the Tech Challenge to empower the country’s most promising Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) in tech. This bold step also forms part of a larger national effort to spark entrepreneurship, boost digital inclusion, and fuel