Proconics

Tomorrow, they take on the Ultimate Human Race.

Meet the six members of Team Proconics who will be lining up at the start of the 2026 Comrades Marathon (SA):

🏃 Bongani Ngcongo
🏃 Reginald Mbatha - ECSA (Pr.Eng) SAIChE
🏃 Martinus Beumer
🏃 Jason Tee
🏃 Bafana Vilakazi
🏃 Masoi Mhlophe

Months of preparation, discipline, and dedication have led to this moment. As they take on the road from Pietermaritzburg to Durban, they carry with them the values that define who we are; , , , , and .

We wish each of them a safe and successful race and look forward to cheering them on every step of the way.

Good luck, gentlemen. Make every kilometre count.

The future of South African engineering lies in stronger collaboration between academia and industry.

We were proud to host a group of PhD and Postdoctoral Engineering Researchers from the University of Pretoria , led by Professor Michael Daramola, for a meaningful exchange of ideas, insights, and opportunities. The visit highlighted the importance of connecting research with real-world industry challenges to drive innovation and sustainable development.
As part of the engagement, Proconics Group CHRO and Corporate Affairs Executive, Dorah Tlala-Tanor, reaffirmed the organisation's commitment to supporting and sponsoring students throughout their research journeys, while Group CFO, Bongani Ngcongo, emphasized the importance of investing in postgraduate research as an investment in South Africa's future.
The delegation was welcomed by ProGO MD, Hans Suurd, and Proconics MD, Reginald Mbatha, who reinforced the value of continuous collaboration between academia and industry and their commitment to contributing to engineering education through curriculum development and academic engagement.

Together, we are building stronger links between research, innovation, and industry to develop solutions that create lasting impact for South Africa.

We are incredibly proud to see our Group CHRO & Corporate Affairs Executive, Dorah Tlala-Tanor, recognised as a nominee for the 2026 CHRO Awards. This nomination places her among South Africa's leading people executives and reflects her commitment to building high-performing teams, fostering an inclusive culture, and driving meaningful organisational impact.

Dorah's leadership continues to shape our people strategy, strengthen our culture, and contribute to the growth and success of .

Today marks another important milestone in her CHRO Awards journey as she takes part in the interview process. It is a moment that reflects not only her professional achievements, but also the positive impact she has made on our people, our culture, and the broader industry.

As she progresses through this journey, we stand proudly behind her. We will be cheering her on every step of the way.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Dorah. We wish you every success as the journey continues.

Read more: https://chro.co.za/articles/chro-dorah-tlala-tanor-among-2026-chro-awards-nominees/

CHRO Dorah Tlala-Tanor among 2026 CHRO Awards nominees · CHRO South Africa CHRO South Africa

is set to engage with global energy leaders, investors, and infrastructure stakeholders at the 2026.

As an engineering-led EPC, Proconics NewFields is passionate about shaping and driving the delivery of reliable grid infrastructure, renewable energy integration, and future-focused energy solutions that contribute meaningfully to Africa’s development.

Connect with our team through the official event platform or reach out directly to start the conversation:
• Melvin Jones – Group CEO
• Louis Hall – Managing Director
• Amit Ramkissoon – Director: Business Development & Proposals

At Proconics Group we invest in growth and recognise excellence.

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting future engineering talent, we were proud to attend the University of Pretoria graduation ceremony to honour Jacobus Greeff for his outstanding academic achievements as one of the top final-year chemical engineering students.

Representing Proconics Group, Hans Suurd Managing Director of had the privilege of presenting the certificates for Best Student in Research Project 2025 and Best Student in Design Project 2025. Jacobus also received two prize vouchers in recognition of his exceptional performance and dedication.

Congratulations, Jacobus. Your hard work and commitment to excellence embody the kind of growth that shapes the future of engineering.

Managing Director, Liza Smit, together with Proconics International's Managing Director, Rhigardt Nolte are attending the Mozambique Mining & Energy Conference ( ).

As explores opportunities in Mozambique, this is a chance to better understand the landscape across energy, mining, and LNG and to connect with the people shaping these sectors.

With momentum building in the LNG space the timing feels right to be on the ground, listening and learning.

Our focus remains simple: understanding where we can add value, and engage meaningfully.

What a fantastic day out! 🎉

A big thank you to ProGO for hosting such a successful lawn bowls event and inviting the Proconics team to be part of it. It was a great opportunity to connect, unwind, and enjoy some friendly competition alongside colleagues and family.

Special thanks to the Lethabo Power Station Project team for joining—looking forward to the next one!