Discover the pulse of procurement innovation at the 2024 Smart Procurement World Indaba, where ‘The DNA of Procurement’ takes center stage.  Uncover the intricacies that define procurement’s genetic makeup, exploring the interconnected strands that shape every decision, transaction, and relationship.  Just as the DNA carries the genetic information that shapes living organisms, the DNA of Procurement intricately weaves through every aspect of the supply chain, determining its structure, resilience, and ultimate success. Unravel the DNA strands with us Be a part of the evolution at th ..read more

Hydrogen is a clean fuel that can be made from any number of sources. The prospect of producing hydrogen from clean, renewable sources is exciting scientists, investors and governments all over the world. Electrolysers split water into oxygen and hydrogen. If the power that is used to run the electrolyser is clean, then the resulting hydrogen is said to be “green hydrogen”. The Northern Cape has everything that is needed to make green hydrogen in large quantities: great solar and wind resources, lots of land and provincial and national governments eager to harness the energies of the private a ..read more

South Africa is renowned for its extensive and varied mineral resources, including gold, platinum, diamonds, chromium and manganese. In 2022, the country’s mining sector ranked sixth overall for global mineral production volume. Despite this, however, the sector faces numerous challenges at the dawn of the critical minerals era, the Just Transition and aspirations to achieve a net-zero global economy. To contribute towards South Africa’s Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan (ERRP) by securing a minimum of 5% of the global exploration expenditure by applying geoscience information and know ..read more

These are exciting times for the oil and gas sector in South Africa. The application by TotalEnergies for the right to produce off the south coast of South Africa signals an important new phase in the development and growth of the national oil and gas sector. Extensive exploration has confirmed that a significant resource lies off the coast of Mossel Bay. In 2022, Tetra4, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Renergen, started commercial production of liquid natural gas (LNG) from their plant in the northern Free State. In January 2023, the company’s helium plant became the eighth place in the world to ..read more

The only event for South Africa’s entire construction industry value chain Big 5 Construct South Africa is an absolute must-attend event for anyone in the construction industry in South Africa. Bringing together over 8000 attendees over three days. The 10th edition provided an invaluable experience for 223 local and international companies from 26 countries showcasing their latest products and innovations. Discover opportunities at Big 5 South Africa, taking place from 4-6 June 2024, at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa. Covering all vital construction sectors, i ..read more

Known as the “game reserves of the sea”, Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are earning their place in the spotlight as the MPA Day celebration on 1 August went global in 2023. In addition to the many ecological benefits of these protected ocean areas, MPAs bring with them significant tourism potential which aligns with the 2023 World Tourism Day theme, Tourism and Green Investment. “Tourism is a massive contributor towards our local and global economies and in a country like South Africa, which has 41 MPAs, the potential for ecotourism is just waiting to be unlocked,” says Dr Judy Mann, founder of ..read more

In the heart of South Africa’s bustling economy lies a sector brimming with potential – the township economy. This rapidly expanding industry is essential for the prosperity of numerous South African cities and does not only benefit the local economy; but it also facilitates trade across Southern Africa. Its importance is highlighted by ecommerce giant Takealot’s latest R150-million deal with the Gauteng provincial government, which aims to integrate the township economy into the growing digital market. The initiative also reflects a growing recognition of the township economy’s potential ..read more

The better. bellville. together. initiative, a pioneering effort dedicated to revitalising the Bellville region through community engagement, business investment, and sustainable practices, is gaining momentum. The project is funded by the City of Cape Town through its Economic Growth Directorate, and administered by The Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP). better. bellville. together. infrastructure team – taking care of the new garden in Bellville The initiative focuses on economic growth by leveraging community assets, infrastructure, and services to create safer, c ..read more

For over 29 years, SAITEX has been the gateway to unlocking the potential of inbound and outbound trade opportunities in the region. SAITEX facilitates tangible international and local trade relationships and enables the private sector to demonstrate their innovations, solutions, and services to thousands of buyers, retailers, distributors, and wholesalers from multiple trade sectors. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the vast R900-billion / $55-million township / grey economy in Southern Africa – join us at SAITEX today! Show Dates 11 June 2024, 10:00 – 17:00 (GMT +2 ..read more

Resources 4 Africa is pleased to announce the 10th edition of its annual Junior Indaba, taking place on 21st & 22nd May 2024 in Johannesburg. The Junior Indaba is a popular meeting place for junior miners and is enjoyed by all for its incisive, informative and frank discussions tackling the challenges of, and opportunities for, junior mining and exploration in South Africa and elsewhere in Africa. Discussions will be framed within the global geopolitical, socio-economic and energy shifts taking place and their impact on junior mining. Topics under discussion will include the ..read more