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New dashboard confirms strong pipeline of advanced grid-connected projects
New dashboard confirms strong pipeline of advanced grid-connected projects
26th January 2026 By: Terence Creamer

A total of 332 generation and storage projects with a combined nameplate of 31.7 GW have either received budget quotes for grid connection in South Africa or have budget-quote applications pending for grid connection before 2030, a newly publicly... 


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DWS dam safety leader heads to at-risk Senteeko dam
26th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS’s) dam safety specialist unit head Wally Ramokopa is also headed to the Senteeko dam, in the Die Kaap river catchment in Mpumalanga, to conduct a site... 


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South Africa’s wine exports decrease
26th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s wine exports reached 264-million litres this year (the sector’s export versus domestic sales is 40:60) generating R9.8-billion in export value, a 2.4% year-on-year decline and a... 


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Railway industry body is focusing on skills development for the sector
26th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The local railway manufacturing, maintenance, engineering and supply industry representative body, the Africa Rail Industry Association (ARIA), has announced an acceleration of its localisation... 


Provisional duties imposed on clear float glass imports from Tanzania
26th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The South African Revenue Service has, following a request made by tariff advisory body the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) decided that provisional duties will... 


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German group DEKRA has sold its South African NDT business to local consortium Raysonics
26th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The sale, by Germany-based global group DEKRA, of its South African non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection company DEKRA Industrial RSA, to local consortium Raysonics Investment, has now been... 


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SA's renewable energy contribution has plateaued since 2023, Eskom data shows
23rd January 2026

Renewable energy’s contribution to South Africa’s yearly generation has not grown since 2023, according to data from Eskom’s National Transmission Company of South Africa.  


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Gauteng looks to accelerate smart licensing centres rollout
26th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport says it is accelerating the roll-out of Smart Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) across the province. Currently operational Smart DLTCs include... 


Cashbuild reports 1% increase in second-quarter revenue
26th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed building materials and products retailer Cashbuild has reported a 1% year-on-year increase in revenue for the second quarter of its 2026 financial year. In an update to shareholders on... 


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Durban Direct welcomes Qatar Airway’s decision to increase flights to the city
26th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

Air travel and cargo development initiative Durban Direct has highlighted the recent decision by global major airline group Qatar Airways to increase the number of its flights between its home... 


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The CSIR’s wildfire detection and monitoring system now accessible without needing a log-in
26th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has announced that its satellite imagery-based Advanced Fire Information System’s (AFIS’) active fire location layer is now available to... 


Heartwood Properties to list on A2X Markets
26th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Property investment and development company Heartwood Properties has announced that it has been approved for a secondary listing on the A2X stock exchange. Heartwood is currently listed on the Cape... 


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CHIETA highlights its support for maths and science education in under-resourced areas
26th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has stressed that providing equitable access to high-quality maths and science education, especially for learners in... 


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Scatec awarded PPAs for wind, solar projects in Tunisia
26th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Renewable energy solutions provider Scatec has been awarded two separate wind and solar power purchase agreement (PPAs) with Tunisian State utility Société Tunisienne de l’Electricité et du Gaz... 


Africa to see modest acceleration in economic growth this year, says UN report
26th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The UN has released its 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report, and its launch in Africa took place at the Addis Ababa head office of the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).... 


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South Africa revamps black-empowerment fund proposal, BD says
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South Africa’s government will offer companies new incentives in an initiative to capitalise a fund that will be used to promote Black economic empowerment, Business Day reported, citing a Ministry... 


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New platinum development lowering hydrogen cost prospects, researchers report
26th January 2026 By: Martin Creamer

A novel platinum development has resulted in the $2 per kilogram 2026 green hydrogen cost target being beaten. The new approach results in more hydrogen being obtained from less platinum and is... 


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Magazine round up | 23 January 2026
Magazine round up | 23 January 2026

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

GLISTERING START: The gold price has already set new records in 2026, having reached a record high of $4 549.71/oz on December 26, and having ended 2025 with a gain of 64% – its best annual performance since 1979. Global developments are suggestive of continued strength, with Morgan Stanley forecasting gold to hit $4 800/oz by the fourth quarter. This on the back of falling interest rates, a change in leadership at the Federal Reserve, and buying by central banks and funds.
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The gold price has already set new records in 2026, having reached a record high of $4 549.71/oz on December 26, and having ended 2025 with a gain of 64% – its best annual performance since 1979.... 

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Africa must catalyse joint development for the benefit of all this continent’s people

Africa must collaborate to get the best out of the continent for the benefit of the people of the continent. When it comes to economic opportunity, all differences must be put aside. Everything... 

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Stability versus resilience

The revised Eskom unbundling strategy announced is emerging as something of a touchstone for government’s commitment – or otherwise – to reforming the structure of an electricity industry that has... 

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Kriben Reddy, CEO of Kredo Mobility
Kriben Reddy

This week we profile, Kriben Reddy, CEO of Kredo Mobility, a data- and technology-driven company focused on making vehicle financing, transactions, and mobility access in South Africa more... 

PRESSURE COOKER: The list of trouble spots around the globe that carry the potential for dragging the world into war is growing. Worryingly, this also comes at a time when the international and institutional guardrails that were put in place with the specific purpose of preventing wars are being severely weakened.
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The list of trouble spots around the globe that carry the potential for dragging the world into war is growing. Worryingly, this also comes at a time when the international and institutional... 

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Rio Carb is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) of R-C700 Chromium Carbide (CrC) alloy clad wear plates and pipes used for heavy materials...

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Design, Construction and Maintenance of Site Erected, Welded Bulk Storage Tanks for the Petrochemical, LNG, Ammonia and Sustainable fuel Sectors.

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The Beneficiation Academy is a certified training institution that follows all compliance legislation and is accredited with various Sector...

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