South Africa: Energy shift eroding municipal revenue models
Veer Ramnarain, President of the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) told ESI Africa Editor-in-Chief that there are several drivers behind this Read More at ESI Africa
Kenya lights up a village a day – timeline
The East African nation is aiming for 100% electrification rate by 2030, with the rollout of energy projects across its rural areas key to achieving this Read More at ESI Africa
WomenIN stories: South Africa marks Women’s Month
The WomenIn Festival returns to Cape Town from 13 to 14 November this year at the Newslands Cricket Ground Read More at ESI Africa
Kenya’s bold move: Olkaria VII geothermal power approved
Kenya has an installed power generation capacity of 1,726MW, with geothermal energy accounting for a significant amount of that total Read More at ESI Africa
Valspar Names Warm Eucalyptus as 2026 Color of the Year
Valspar recently announced Warm Eucalyptus as its 2026 Color of the Year. Warm Eucalyptus reflects a naturally restorative and serene feel, offering a calm and grounding design. “Warm Eucalyptus is more than just a beautiful shade of green, it’s a reflection of the comfort we crave in our homes,” says Sue Kim, director of color …
The LIA Announces Ricky Nuttall as Keynote Speaker for Inaugural TECH-X Conference
A Powerful Opening to a Groundbreaking Day of Technical Excellence in Lighting The Lighting Industry Association (LIA) is proud to announce Ricky Nuttall as the keynote speaker for the inaugural TECH-X: Technical Excellence Conference, taking place on Wednesday 10th September 2025 at Convene, 133 Houndsditch in the City of London. A former firefighter, mental health …
Leicester College to construct new Electrotechnical Workshop and Test & Inspection Lab at Freemen’s Park Campus for next generation of electricians
Leicester College is constructing a new Electrotechnical Workshop and Test and Inspection Lab at its Freemen’s Park Campus in the city. The new facility will provide T Level, Technical Level 2, and evening Level 2 and 3 programme learners with greater exposure to a broader range of industry-standard materials, tools and equipment, significantly enhancing their …
Empowering the next generation of female engineers
As one of the building automation sector’s leading drivers of better female representation, the Building Controls Industry Association’s (BCIA) Young Engineers Network (YEN) recently co-hosted the Together We Engineer event – a thought-provoking discussion on empowering women and the next generation. Organised by the YEN and the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Women …
Record number of renewables being installed into UK homes
According to data from MCS, the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewables such as solar panels and heat pumps, there were a record 170,000 certified renewable installations in the first six months of 2025. This is a 37 per cent increase on the equivalent period last year, and a 33 per cent increase on the …
Salko UK expands nuclear operations as demand rises for energy transition
Flagship mechanical and electrical engineering specialist, Salko UK, is ramping up its operations across the UK’s nuclear sector as it expands its team of security-cleared professionals active on high-priority sites. The Yorkshire-based firm, which recently marked 25 years in business, currently has 20 technical professionals with specialist clearance to work on nuclear power plants – …
ECA Edmundson apprentice award finalists announced
Like & share this news article: News Posted by: electime 7th August 2025 Three finalists have made it to the last stage of the 50th anniversary ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year Award. They are: Ewan Forsythe – Michael Nugent (ES) Ltd Gary Hall – Dalkia Engineering Ltd Jack Hawkins – Camelot Electrical …
Job: IFC seeks Senior Investment Officer in Cameroon
The SIO will report to the FIG Regional Industry Manager (Central Africa and Anglophone West Africa region) Read More at ESI Africa
SAPP’s path to a single African electricity market
How to make Cape Town and Cairo electricity trading a reality Read More at ESI Africa
Nigeria: ‘Landmark’ Balanga Dam solar-hydro project launched
The REA Nigeria confirmed that the 300kW solar component of the project is expected to be commissioned within six weeks Read More at ESI Africa
Study backs public-private model for Faure Water project
This is one of the City’s major projects, aiming to increase our drinking water supply by 300 million litres per day from various sources by 2030 Read More at ESI Africa
Nuclear energy: Tanzania commissions pilot uranium plant
Located at the Nyota deposit, the pilot facility will test uranium processing technologies and develop optimisation solutions as needed Read More at ESI Africa
Research Reveals America’s Housing Supply Crisis
The American housing market is facing a persistent shortage with home prices reaching record highs as affordability has decreased, according to an analysis by the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Eye on Housing. New home construction has not kept up with population growth and household formation, especially following the surge of demand following the …
Sherwin-Williams Unveils 2026 Color Trend Report
The Sherwin-Williams Company recently announced its 2026 Colormix Trend Forecast Anthology Volume Two, the second iteration of the company’s biennial approach to the annual color trend report. This iteration focuses on color evolution and featuring four expertly curated palettes developed with both residential and commercial design in mind. The collection, organized by color families, contains …
NHPA Introduces High-Impact, Low-Effort AI Training Sessions Through RetailWise
As it continually strives to make independent home improvement retailers better and more profitable, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is leaning into technology to bring efficient and time-saving training offerings to the channel. The new RetailWise program will deliver fast, high-impact two-minute training videos developed with artificial intelligence that are designed to …
BPMA Promotes Training as Key to Energy-Efficient and Sustainable Pumping Systems
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is reinforcing the vital importance of ongoing skills development for all engineers, contractors, and operatives involved in the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of pump systems across UK industry. With pumping systems playing a critical role in sectors ranging from construction and water management to energy, manufacturing, and processing, …
On The Tools charity partner Band of Builders completes biggest project to date for family of suicide victim
Shaun Fletcher, a much-loved electrician, tragically died by suicide in December 2023 after an ongoing battle with mental ill health. The 44-year-old husband and father was in the process of completing a house renovation, which was being carried out to make the home more accessible for their son Toby, who was born with complex health …
Tradespeople Overwhelmed by DIY Disasters Across UK
Average Brit Reported 5 DIY Disasters in Last Year… Costing Over £1,500 Tradespeople are increasingly being called upon to rectify DIY disasters across the UK, with 1 in 4 trades professionals revealing they are regularly needed to fix amateur repair attempts. New research from commercial insurance broker Premierline also shows almost three quarters of Brits …
Houzz Report Reveals Rise of AI Adoption in Construction and Design
Houzz Inc. recently released the first-ever 2025 U.S. Houzz State of AI in Construction and Design Report, providing a comprehensive view into the industry’s reaction to the rapidly evolving AI landscape. The report surveyed over 700 construction and design professionals, reporting broad awareness, moderate adoption and high expectations for AI’s impact. Over a third of …
South Africa: DoEE invites RFQ bids for ITP transmission projects
The purpose of this RFQ stage is to identify and shortlist Pre-Qualified Bidders with the necessary technical expertise, financial capacity and proven experience Read More at ESI Africa