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Farmer's WeeklyARC: funding shortfall is holding up R1,6bn FMD vaccine facility
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) has defended expenditure of more than R81 million on its proposed foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccine manufacturing facility, saying the money was spent on vaccine development, technical planning, and regulatory requirements over a period of more than 15…
BizcommunityProudly SA targets 1,000 spaza shops to boost local manufacturing
Proudly South African has partnered with Next Door Spaza Shop Management Company to expand access to township and rural retail markets for local manufacturers through a planned network of 1,000 branded spaza shops in Gauteng during its first year.
ITWebSA-made Milkor combat drone deployed in Middle East
South African defence manufacturer Milkor reports a growing order book, as it expands production capacity amid escalating regional conflicts.
BizcommunityFree State targets industrial revival with R120bn investment drive
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced three major investment initiatives worth more than R120bn, aimed at reviving the Free State’s industrial base, expanding manufacturing and creating employment.
MyBroadbandR1.48-billion crypto hardware wallet spy chip attack feared worse than first believed
Independent investigators fear the scale of the supply chain attack against crypto hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger could be much worse than initially believed.
News24 BusinessSA factories crushed as Trump tariffs redirect Chinese goods
South Africa’s manufacturing sector has been in decline for more than three decades. Now, a deluge of cheap Chinese goods, intensified by US President Donald Trump’s tariff war, is putting what remains of its industrial base under renewed pressure.
SME South AfricaHow to Start a Brick Manufacturing Business
Brick-making can be a profitable venture in the construction industry. Think of the people who need affordable, quality housing and the amount of business you…
News24 BusinessWind giant warns SA plan to boost local manufacturing will backfire
Vestas says increasing tariffs for renewable energy components will not foster local manufacturing without sufficient government-driven demand for wind energy projects.
MyBroadbandBitcoin stolen from Ledger hardware wallets
Crypto hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger is investigating a suspected supply-chain attack on devices sold by a specific vendor.
ITWebiQmetrix Launches Vendor Managed Inventory Integration with Valor Communication
iQmetrix, the global provider of Intelligent Commerce Operating Systems for telecom, is launching a Vendor Managed Inventory integration with Valor Communication, a factory-direct wireless accessory manufacturer and distributor serving carriers, retailers, and dealers since 1997.
SME South AfricaBusiness Process Outsourcing in Manufacturing
Running a successful manufacturing business requires juggling many moving parts. From producing goods to logistics and customer support, these elements all need consistency. Failing at…
TechCentralWhy South Africa’s biggest drone isn’t flying for the country
High-end drone manufacturer Milkor says money, not interest, is keeping its 380 drone out of SANDF hands.
VentureburnKorea’s Digitron Secures $8.3M Pre-IPO Funding to Scale Defence Parts Output
South Korean defence components manufacturer Digitron has secured roughly US$8.38M in a Pre-IPO funding round. Six institutional investors participated, including SBI Investment, IBK Venture Investment, New Main Capital, Cornerstone Investment
ITWebMurata Begins Mass Production of World’s Smallest 0201-inch Size Three-Terminal Low-ESL MLCCs
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 6981) (ISIN: JP3914400001) has begun mass production of the LLD series, the world’s smallest* three-terminal low-equivalent series inductance (ESL) multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCC).
SME South AfricaLocal Manufacturing Incentives
South African manufacturers, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), continue to operate in an environment shaped by high input costs, electricity constraints and stiff competition…
SME South AfricaHow a Paint Business from Soshanguve Won R1 Million
A business that started in a five-square-metre structure in Soshanguve has grown into a paint manufacturing company with plans to expand local production. That business…
SME South AfricaManufacturing Cost Control: Strategies for SMEs
The cost of running a business of any size can be a lot for entrepreneurs. When the business has to make products and become a…
The CitizenTFG commences Section 189 process
Head office roles could be affected, but questions linger about manufacturing units.
SME South AfricaBuilding a Women-Led Sanitary Pad Manufacturing Business
The days when South Africa had no women-owned sanitary pad companies operating at an industrial scale are now a thing of the past. Lindiwe Nkuna-Kgopa,…
SME South AfricaManufacturing Equipment Financing
Growing a manufacturing business is very challenging, especially when it comes to acquiring the appropriate equipment. Most small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) rely on traditional…
The CitizenManufacturing struggles continue, but local demand shows signs of recovery
The worst of the recent oil price shock has likely passed, barring any further upsurge in global energy costs.
The CitizenManufacturing has potential to do better, says Mashatile
The focus of this year's indaba is on strengthening industrial growth, improving competitiveness and unlocking investment across the continent.
The CitizenPMI increases in March, but manufacturing remains under pressure
Data revealed that the slight improvement mostly reflects ongoing supply disruptions, not stronger demand.
The CitizenManufacturing PMI weakens in February due to shipping challenges and weak demand
Prevailing issues such as shipment delays, localised electricity disruptions, and weak demand continue to hamstring the sector.
The CitizenManufacturing PMI recovery still stalling, letting growth slip through its fingers
South Africa’s manufacturing PMI is still struggling, and although it increased somewhat, it is expected to remain sluggish.
The CitizenAbsa PMI for December signals manufacturing still under pressure
While economists do not expect manufacturing to pick up soon, they point out that pricing is at least positive.
The CitizenManufacturing continues to face weak domestic and external demand
Manufacturing output increased in September, exceeding Bloomberg’s forecast of a decline.
The CitizenAbsa’s PMI returns to contractionary territory after showing growth for one month
The manufacturing sector’s performance remains under pressure.
The CitizenChina invests $35 million in Mpumalanga solar panel plant
Nkangala and Wucheng share economic similarities, including mining, industry, agriculture, energy and manufacturing.