Introduction In a decisive step towards modernising its automotive industry, South Africa has unveiled a R1 billion initiative to bolster local production of electric vehicles (EVs), batteries, and related manufacturing…
read moreArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA), the nation’s leading steel producer, is currently engaged in negotiations with the government and other stakeholders to secure funding aimed at deferring the closure of its…
read moreIntroduction South Africa’s manufacturing sector stands at a pivotal juncture, reflecting a tapestry of challenges and opportunities. Recent developments, from infrastructure investments to industrial setbacks, paint a complex picture of…
read moreAs the co-founder of Uzenzele Holdings, I am optimistic about the recent appointment of Parks Tau as Minister of the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (DTIC), alongside Zuko Godlimpi…
read moreSouth Africa stands at the threshold of an exciting new era: green industrialisation. However, to successfully join this global race, robust supply-side support is essential. At Uzenzele, we believe our…
read moreThe recent announcement of the world’s third-biggest automaker establishing a new factory in South Africa is a significant development for the country’s manufacturing sector. This move not only highlights South…
read moreIn a world increasingly focused on sustainability, South African manufacturers have a unique opportunity to leverage the Manufacturing Support Programme (MSP) to implement greener practices. This alignment not only meets…
read moreThe recent downturn in factory activity in South Africa, as reported in January, signals a pressing need for strategic interventions to bolster the manufacturing sector. With local and global demand…
read moreThe recent 10th Manufacturing Indaba event held from the 24th to 26th of October 2023 in South Africa provided an illuminating overview of the manufacturing landscape on the continent. Aptly…
read moreThe Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) Black Industrialist Scheme (BIS) continues to perform well and it’s confirmed that this grant fund will continue to run for the foreseeable future.…
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