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New analysis points to dramatic reshaping of trade lanes amid tariffs and geopolitical tensions
New analysis points to dramatic reshaping of trade lanes amid tariffs and geopolitical tensions
Updated 3 hours ago By: Terence Creamer

A new scenario analysis of global trade points to ongoing trade growth over the coming decade despite the imposition of tariffs and rising geopolitical fragmentation. However, it also suggests that the shape of trade could change considerably over... 


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AI-generated tools being used across cyberattack chains, requires systematic approach to training and internal policies – Kaspersky
Updated 1 hour 11 minutes ago By: Schalk Burger

The rapid development of AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in 2026 for individual users and for businesses. Large language models (LLMs) are influencing defensive capabilities while... 


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NGO criticises Trump for withdrawing from international bodies
Updated 5 hours ago By: Thabi Shomolekae

Renewable energy movement 350.org has condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and other international... 


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Long-run gold bull market expected by CPM Group of the US
Updated 6 hours ago By: Martin Creamer

Given the state of the world politically, economically, financially and socially, the gold bull market is expected to continue in the long run, says Jeffrey Christian of New York-based CPM Group.... 


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South African rand dips while investors await manufacturing data
8th January 2026 By: Reuters

The South African rand slipped in early trade on Thursday, tracking most emerging market assets ahead of the release of a local purchasing managers' index (PMI) and November production figures for... 


Seriti Green hands Vunumoya Main Transmission Station over to Eskom
Seriti Green hands Vunumoya Main Transmission Station over to Eskom
8th January 2026

Renewable-energy developer Seriti Green in November last year officially handed over the Vunumoya Main Transmission Station, or MTS, to State-owned power utility Eskom. Tasneem Bulbulia elaborate 


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Joburg's power puzzle
Joburg's power puzzle
12th December 2025

Despite Johannesburg's population growing from 4.2-million in 2010 to 5.9-million in 2025, the amount of electricity the city sells is decreasing. City Power’s data shows a sharp drop. In 2009/10,... 


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The SKA-Mid telescope array has passed its first true test as a science instrument
7th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Observatory (SKAO) has announced the successful conclusion of a key test of its South Africa-based SKA-Mid instrument. The SKA-Mid (Mid being short for mid radio... 


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ASP Isotopes completes buyout of Renergen
7th January 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASP Isotopes has successfully closed its acquisition of South African firm Renergen, creating a combined company that is focused on the production of critical isotopes and helium. This strategic... 


Creecy welcomes court order setting aside driver's licence card machine tender
7th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa have welcomed the High Court's declaratory order that sets aside the Driving Licence Card Machines tender. The Gauteng North... 


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OUTsurance approved for secondary listing on A2X
7th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed insurance company OUTsurance has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets. OUTsurance shares will be available for trade on A2X from January 14. "For the past 28 years,... 


Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking deal lead for structured capital business Kagiso Rantloane
Standard Bank backs BlueCore Gas InfraCo with $285m structured acquisition funding solution
7th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Financial services provider Standard Bank has reported that it has delivered a comprehensive $285-million debt and equity financing solution, which it says will “alter the landscape” of Nigerian... 


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Stakeholders invited to comment on Eskom’s ferrochrome NPA application
7th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) invites members of the public to submit comments on State-owned power utility Eskom’s request for a temporary electricity price relief for... 


New-vehicle sales recover to above pre-pandemic levels; exports also in the green
New-vehicle sales recover to above pre-pandemic levels; exports also in the green
7th January 2026 By: Irma Venter

The 2025 new-vehicle market has finally recovered to above 2019 pre-pandemic levels, says naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. South Africa’s new-vehicle market reached 536 612 units in 2019. 


Motus cuts staff numbers at its retail division
Motus cuts staff numbers at its retail division
7th January 2026 By: Irma Venter

JSE-listed automotive group Motus has confirmed that it is cutting staff at its South African retail division. The Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) says the vehicle importer and retailer... 


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Platinum jewellery demand continues to show resilience amid market fluctuations
7th January 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Global platinum jewellery demand has shown notable third-quarter (Q3) resilience as consumers in key markets seek value and authenticity amid historic highs in gold prices, Platinum Guild... 


Nersa invites comments on MYPD6 redetermination consultation paper
7th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) invites members of the public to submit comments on its consultation paper on 'Nersa Redetermination of Eskom's Sixth Multi-Year Price... 


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Magazine round up | 10 December 2025
Magazine round up | 12 December 2025

A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

BURNING ISSUE: As with efforts to salvage the integrated Newcastle steel mill, policy and electricity-tariff interventions aimed at sustaining and reviving the country’s ferrochrome smelters are also facing headwinds. It is widely accepted that the 900%-plus increase in electricity tariffs since 2008 is the reason why many smelters are uncompetitive and unprofitable. However, a subsidy in this area will have serious price consequences for other electricity users, including industrial firms facing similar competitiveness pressures.
BURNING ISSUE

As with efforts to salvage the integrated Newcastle steel mill, policy and electricity-tariff interventions aimed at sustaining and reviving the country’s ferrochrome smelters are also facing... 

Improving asset performance for more resilient mining operations

In today’s African mining sector, reliability has become a daily challenge rather than a maintenance metric. Teams work in environments where equipment rarely gets a break, conditions shift without... 

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I saw the crescent . . .

As the sun sets on 2025, South Africa’s long-awaited recovery is becoming visible like the first sliver of a waxing crescent days after a new moon. While still modest, the 0.5% GDP expansion in the... 

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Jordan Marsh, MD of Integrated Pump Technology
Jordan Marsh

This week we profile Jordan Marsh, MD of Integrated Pump Technology, a specialist supplier of high-performance dewatering pump solutions across Africa.  



GETTING OLD: The shadow created by the ‘flood the zone’ strategy implemented when President Donald Trump took office in late January extended across the world and was highly unsettling, especially on the trade front. However, as 2025 comes to an end, there are signs that the world is tiring of the hyperbole, distraction and tantrums. Perhaps the pushback in relation to Trump’s unilateral and unbalanced ‘peace plan’ for Ukraine and Russia will be the start of a more assertive diplomatic response in 2026.
GETTING OLD

The shadow created by the ‘flood the zone’ strategy implemented when President Donald Trump took office in late January extended across the world and was highly unsettling, especially on the trade... 

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