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Two FABI Team Members Shortlisted for South Africa’s ‘Science Oscars’
Two FABI Team Members Shortlisted for South Africa’s ‘Science Oscars’ The NSTF-South32 Awards, are referred to as the ‘Science Oscars’ of South Africa, recognising outstanding contributions to science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation by individuals, teams and organisations in South Africa. They are the largest, most comprehensive, and sought-after national awards. This year sees 217 nominees being shortlisted in 15 categories including three FABIans. FABI Director, Prof. Bernard Slippers is shortlisted for the Management Award, Prof. Irene Barnes for the TW Kambule-NSTF Award: Researcher category and Prof. Cobus Visagie for the TW Kambule-NSTF Award: Emerging Researcher
When The Smoke Clears
When The Smoke Clears Why post-fire recovery is about more than clean-up Wildfires (veld fires) don’t begin with dramatic flames racing across the landscape. They start quietly, with a single spark or ember, igniting dry grass, overgrown vegetation, or accumulated debris – all fuel just waiting for the right conditions. And while landowners know that the best firefighting tool is good preparation to reduce impact, nature still plays a
Sappi Joins ZDHC to Promote Textile Value Chain Sustainability
Sappi Joins ZDHC to Promote Textile Value Chain Sustainability Sappi, a global leader in woodfibre-based renewable resources, today announced that it has joined the ZDHC Foundation Roadmap to Zero Programme, reinforcing its commitment to responsible chemical management for its global dissolving wood pulp operations. Through its Sappi Verve brand, the company supplies the fashion industry with premium dissolving wood pulp (DWP), the renewable raw material behind soft, breathable fabrics used
R23 Million of Timber Stolen From State-Owned Forestry Company
R23 Million of Timber Stolen From State-Owned Forestry Company The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment revealed that criminals stole R22.5 million worth of timber from the South African Forestry Company (SAFCOL). SAFCOL is the third largest state-owned forestry company in South Africa and plays an important role in the agricultural, manufacturing, and rural economic sectors. It is the largest producer of high-quality sawlogs in South Africa, focusing heavily
FABI Researcher Delivers Keynote at the 2nd Symposium on Fungal Genetics and Biology in Brazil
FABI Researcher Delivers Keynote at the 2nd Symposium on Fungal Genetics and Biology in Brazil From 17 to 19 June 2026, the 2nd Symposium on Fungal Genetics and Biology (SFGB) was held at the UFG Central Library, Samambaia Campus, in Goiânia, Brazil. Organised by researchers from the Institute of Biological Sciences at the Federal University of Goiás (UFG), under Chair Prof. Dr Mirelle Garcia Silva Bailão and Co-Chair Prof. Dr
Massive solar investment key to Bell’s energy efficiency
Massive solar investment key to Bell’s energy efficiency Bell Equipment’s Richards Bay factory is leading the way in energy efficient manufacturing with Phase 3 of their impressive solar energy project currently underway. On completion it will increase the original equipment manufacturer’s solar capacity to 1,725 MW AC and contribute almost twenty per cent towards the factory’s total energy consumption. Bell, with its modern 45 000 m² undercover manufacturing facility, has
A New Chapter for the TWK Group
A New Chapter for the TWK Group A new chapter has officially begun for the TWK Group in Empangeni. TWK has taken over Promech, previously owned by Richert Austion. Under the new ownership, the business aims to expand its involvement in the forestry sector and strengthen its presence within the industry. Justin Hartley has been appointed as the new Manager and has already taken up his position on site. Management
Two FABI Team Members Shortlisted for South Africa’s ‘Science Oscars’
Two FABI Team Members Shortlisted for South Africa’s ‘Science Oscars’ The NSTF-South32 Awards, are referred to as the ‘Science Oscars’ of South Africa, recognising outstanding contributions to science, engineering and technology (SET) and innovation by individuals, teams and organisations in South Africa. They are the largest, most comprehensive, and sought-after national awards. This year sees 217 nominees being shortlisted in 15 categories including three FABIans. FABI Director, Prof. Bernard Slippers
When The Smoke Clears
When The Smoke Clears Why post-fire recovery is about more than clean-up Wildfires (veld fires) don’t begin with dramatic flames racing across the landscape. They start quietly, with a single spark or ember, igniting dry grass, overgrown vegetation, or accumulated debris – all fuel just waiting for the right conditions. And while landowners know that the best firefighting tool is good preparation to reduce impact, nature still plays a
Sappi Joins ZDHC to Promote Textile Value Chain Sustainability
Sappi Joins ZDHC to Promote Textile Value Chain Sustainability Sappi, a global leader in woodfibre-based renewable resources, today announced that it has joined the ZDHC Foundation Roadmap to Zero Programme, reinforcing its commitment to responsible chemical management for its global dissolving wood pulp operations. Through its Sappi Verve brand, the company supplies the fashion industry with premium dissolving wood pulp (DWP), the renewable raw material behind soft, breathable fabrics used
R23 Million of Timber Stolen From State-Owned Forestry Company
R23 Million of Timber Stolen From State-Owned Forestry Company The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment revealed that criminals stole R22.5 million worth of timber from the South African Forestry Company (SAFCOL). SAFCOL is the third largest state-owned forestry company in South Africa and plays an important role in the agricultural, manufacturing, and rural economic sectors. It is the largest producer of high-quality sawlogs in South Africa, focusing heavily
FABI Researcher Delivers Keynote at the 2nd Symposium on Fungal Genetics and Biology in Brazil
FABI Researcher Delivers Keynote at the 2nd Symposium on Fungal Genetics and Biology in Brazil From 17 to 19 June 2026, the 2nd Symposium on Fungal Genetics and Biology (SFGB) was held at the UFG Central Library, Samambaia Campus, in Goiânia, Brazil. Organised by researchers from the Institute of Biological Sciences at the Federal University of Goiás (UFG), under Chair Prof. Dr Mirelle Garcia Silva Bailão and Co-Chair Prof. Dr
Massive solar investment key to Bell’s energy efficiency
Massive solar investment key to Bell’s energy efficiency Bell Equipment’s Richards Bay factory is leading the way in energy efficient manufacturing with Phase 3 of their impressive solar energy project currently underway. On completion it will increase the original equipment manufacturer’s solar capacity to 1,725 MW AC and contribute almost twenty per cent towards the factory’s total energy consumption. Bell, with its modern 45 000 m² undercover manufacturing facility, has
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