South Africa’s state power utility Eskom and mining company South32 have begun discussions on a long-term energy solution for the Hillside Aluminium smelter, one of the largest industrial operations on the continent. The proposed agreement, expected to take effect from 2031 when the current electricity contract expires, aims to introduce renewable energy into the smelter’s…
The City of Johannesburg has officially brought a major water infrastructure project online, marking a key step in efforts to address ongoing supply challenges in South Africa’s economic hub. The Brixton Tower and Reservoir development, implemented in partnership with Joburg Water, forms part of a broader R300 million upgrade aimed at strengthening storage capacity and…
South Africa is aiming to significantly reduce the time it takes to issue driving licence cards, with a new plan targeting a turnaround of just seven working days within the next three years. The initiative forms part of the Driving Licence Card Account’s (DLCA) 2026/27 Annual Performance Plan, which outlines a phased approach to improving…
Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Johannesburg to protest against illegal immigration, culminating in the delivery of a memorandum to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi. The march, organised by the civic group March and March in collaboration with political party ActionSA and its supporters, began in Newtown and moved through key inner-city areas including…
Johannesburg’s city centre has once again become the focus of concern after a brazen daytime shooting left three men dead inside a fast-food restaurant, underscoring growing fears about organised crime and firearm-related violence in South Africa. Rising pattern of targeted attacks The incident took place on Monday morning at a McDonald’s located at the intersection…
South Africa’s financial sector is preparing for a significant transition as global credit ratings agency Moody’s Investors Service South Africa moves toward exiting the country’s regulatory system. The Prudential Authority has announced plans to withdraw Moody’s Ratings-SA’s status as a recognised External Credit Assessment Institution (ECAI), following the cancellation of its registration by the Financial…
South Africa has pulled back its draft national artificial intelligence policy after the discovery of fabricated academic references raised questions about the document’s integrity. The policy, released earlier this month for public comment, was intended to outline the country’s strategy for regulating and developing artificial intelligence technologies. It included proposals to establish new governance structures…
China will expand zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that have diplomatic relations with Beijing starting May 1, 2026, Chinese authorities announced on Tuesday. From May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2028, China will grant zero-tariff treatment, in the form of a preferential tariff rate, to 20 African countries that have established diplomatic ties with…
Traffic authorities across South Africa have stepped up enforcement efforts, arresting nearly 80 motorists who attempted to bribe officers to avoid prosecution for traffic violations. The arrests form part of a broader zero-tolerance campaign aimed at tackling corruption and improving road safety during high-risk travel periods. The operation was conducted during an extended Easter road…
After a prolonged period of diplomatic strain, the United States has indicated a willingness to re-engage with South Africa, suggesting a possible shift in relations between the two countries. The signal came in a statement issued by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who extended greetings to South Africans on the occasion of Freedom Day,…
