While energy and currency pressures ease, trade fragmentation, cyber risk and freight volatility intensify procurement concerns, says CIPS Southern Africa.

A mine’s multi-million-rand modernisation project was on schedule: haul roads graded, crushers installed, and processing plant foundations poured.

With over 40 years of specialised expertise, Booyco Engineering continues to lead the way in climate control solutions for South Africa’s mining and quarrying sectors - industries where airborne pollutants and extreme thermal conditions pose serious occupational health hazards.

Juanita Pienaar spoke with Kamogelo Mmutlana, Executive Head: Business Excellence, to gain insight into the company’s technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, and commitment to extending the life of Caterpillar equipment across Southern Africa.

By Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road Freight Association

On 5 November, the cost of diesel for transporters decreased by 21 cents per litre for 500ppm (19 cents for 50ppm). However, the price of both grades of petrol (93 and 95) decreased by 39 cents per litre.