Africa’s lithium rush: Will the continent cash in or miss out?
Used in EV batteries, grid-scale storage systems and portable electronics, lithium sits centre stage of the energy transition Read More at ESI Africa
Burundi inaugurates first solar-powered health facilities as national expansion advances
Each site will receive a hybrid energy system comprising 45kWp of solar PV capacity and 115kWh of battery storage Read More at ESI Africa
IEA: Energy security reshapes global technology, innovation race
Global markets for technology in the energy sector are already worth trillions of dollars, says a new IEA report Read More at ESI Africa
Why is coal not considered a critical mineral?
An argument can be made to consider coal as vital to Africa’s development for its use as energy source in mining and industrialisation Read More at ESI Africa
Robinyan Solar Minigrid Nigeria
The facility merges grid supply with solar generation and battery storage to stabilise electricity for a fast-growing peri-urban population Read More at ESI Africa
Trump tariffs to reshape Africa’s critical minerals outlook
Communication between stakeholders will be critical as tariffs, quotas and strategic alliances reshape trade, Mining Indaba heard Read More at ESI Africa
Canadian Industries Limited Reveals New Logo and Mission, Marking a Strategic Return to Canadian Roots
Canadian Industries Limited (CIL) announced the company’s new logo and renewed mission, revealing a new chapter for the company. “Today we unveil more than a new CIL logo and mission,” says Tim Fisher, CIL co-president of retail. “We are declaring to our customers that we are positioned for the next chapter of growth, and we’re doubling …
A Homeowner’s Look at Choosing and Maintaining Garage Doors
Table of Contents Toggle Why Your Garage Door Matters More Than You Think Picking the Right Material The Appeal of Wood Why Aluminium Is Growing in Popularity Getting the Installation Right When Things Go Wrong Shopping for a New Door Keeping Your Door in Good Shape Images Links Your garage takes up a big chunk …
Retailer Levels Up In-Aisle Customer Service With FastQuery
Combining AI chat, task management and operations analytics—tied directly to a retailers POS inventory—FastQuery is an AI copilot built for independent home improvement retailers. FastQuery helps store associates quickly find product information like aisle numbers, price and comparable items using voice commands and manages and routes tasks automatically, reducing the time employees spend searching for information, enabling them to …
10 actions to deliver green, accessible and secure electricity in South Africa
Mapping the actions to secure electricity supply, expand access and unlock large-scale investment Read More at ESI Africa
The Small Details That Make a Big Difference in Your Home
Table of Contents Toggle Choosing the Right Door Handles Door Locks and Security Hinges and Door Stops Sorting Out the Bathroom Vanities and Basins Mirror Cabinets and Heated Towel Rails The Extras That People Forget Getting It Right the First Time Images Links Most people spend weeks choosing paint colours, furniture, and flooring when they …
Serco Expands Johannesburg Facility to Deliver Faster Lead Times
Leading truck and trailer building company Serco has completed a significant expansion of its Johannesburg manufacturing facility. This will unlock faster turnaround times, increased production capacity, and improved after sales support. The extension to the Boksburg operation includes an additional 1 500m² dedicated to after sales repairs. The additional space will enable Serco to increase …
Coal ash may hold key to local rare earth supply
Researchers say coal ash beneficiation could offer dual benefits: reducing long-term environmental liabilities associated with ash disposal while contributing to SA’s emerging critical minerals value chain Read More at ESI Africa
Finding the Right Replacement Engine for Your Car
Table of Contents Toggle Why Engines Fail Japanese Makes European Options Korean and Chinese Makes American Power Making the Right Choice Images Links An engine failure is one of the worst things that can happen to a car owner. One day the vehicle runs fine, and the next it sits dead in the driveway or …
Moreleta Service Centre Releases Guides on Battery Drain Diagnosis and Pre-trip Brake Safety
Pretoria workshop publishes educational content addressing recurring electrical problems and long-distance travel preparation Moreleta Service Centre has published two educational resources designed to help car owners resolve persistent vehicle issues and prepare safely for extended journeys. The guides address recurring battery drain problems and comprehensive brake preparation for long-distance travel. The first article, “Why Your …
Earthlife Africa JHB expands solar cooker rollout to rural Limpopo communities
The roll-out in Lephalale forms part of Earthlife Africa’s broader commitment to ensuring that South Africa’s transition to a low-carbon future is fair, inclusive and community-driven Read More at ESI Africa
Critical minerals: Urgent need to formalise artisanal mining across Africa
The DRC, for example, created official artisanal mining zones where many of its miners who dig for (critical) minerals now operate Read More at ESI Africa
Vunumoya Main Transmission Station in South Africa opens new door for coal country
The transmission station is a gateway for expanded capacity and smoother integration of upcoming renewable projects Read More at ESI Africa
The Holy Grail of green hydrogen: A mega-scale GH2 plant in Kenya targeting local added value
by Prof Dr Ioannis Tsipouridis and Dr Jotham Njoroge of the Strathmore University, Kenya Read More at ESI Africa
Retail Sales Show Continued Growth in January
Retail sales saw a moderate monthly increase and strong year-over-year gains in January, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Consumers demonstrated continued resilience in January, showing moderate spending growth on the heels of record-high spending during the holiday season,” says NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay said. “This was the fourth consecutive month that sales …
Harnessing Africa’s critical minerals to power the global future
As global demand accelerates, these resources could become even more central to both the energy transition and Africa’s economic future Read More at ESI Africa
Strategic reframe of the narrative around Africa’s critical mineral resources
The continent’s mineral challenge is one of conversion—turning resources into infrastructure, industrial capacity and regional value chains Read More at ESI Africa
iCAUR V27: The Range-Extender SUV Designed For Practicality And Adventure
Table of Contents Toggle Spacious, practical interior Visibility and driving comfort Advanced technology Comfort and sensory experience Passenger space and versatility The electrified SUV will redefine the way families and explorers experience every journey. The V27 offers a flexible, spacious cabin with up to 1,818 litres of cargo space,49 storage compartments (including a hidden 40-litre …
‘This is a continental first’ as ACTOM delivers fully digital, AI-ready substation in Namibia
Find out why this project is important. Read More at ESI Africa