AfriSam News
Business confidence in construction at its lowest point
Business confidence in the construction industry has reached record low levels as the combined effect of the sector’s general state of decline and the unexpected shock of mass riots knocked...
Quality cement helps save infrastructure costs
By ensuring that a high quality of cement is used in infrastructure, South Africa is investing for a stronger future, according to AfriSam sales and marketing executive Richard Tomes. The company...
Quality cement paves way brighter economic future
By ensuring that a high quality of cement is used in infrastructure, South Africa is investing for a stronger future, according to Richard Tomes, sales and marketing executive at construction...
Important link between South Africa’s mining industry and its public capital markets is broken
With South Africa needing more listings on its stock exchanges, what can be done to encourage companies in general and junior mining companies in particular to go public? A lot of the building...
Environment-conscious management of readymix waste
The challenge for the readymix industry to manage waste in an environmentally sensitive and sustainable way requires innovative solutions that focus on ensuring the health and safety of people and...
Save the date: The role of construction in the economic recovery of South Africa
Construction Alliance South Africa (CASA) will be hosting an informative webinar on the role of construction in the economic recovery of South Africa – proudly brought to you by our sponsors...
Managing readymix waste for a sustainable planet
The management of waste poses various challenges for the readymix industry, and AfriSam has been following through its commitment to People, Planet and Performance with a range of innovative...
Manufacturer stresses need for quality materials during downturn
Amid strained economic conditions, contractors are opting to buy cheaper and lower-quality building materials, such as cement, to reduce costs, which cement manufacturer AfriSam cementitious...
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South Africa becoming a viable international arbitration destination – law firm
Law firm Pinsent Masons finds there is increasing interest in South Africa as a viable option for international arbitration. In the dynamic landscape of global commerce, the role of arbitration...
Wind energy critical to bolster energy capacity – SAWEA
Despite recent efforts to bolster electricity generation capacity, the path to energy security remains full of obstacles. The integration of renewable energy, particularly wind power, is critical...
Pioneer solution converts paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol
A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process. The solution was announced...