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Parliamentary portfolio committee calls for deeper localisation in auto sector; more local public procurement
Parliamentary portfolio committee calls for deeper localisation in auto sector; more local public procurement
Updated 3 hours ago By: Irma Venter

The parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition has called for “deeper localisation, job creation and meaningful transformation” in South Africa’s automotive industry. This follows Tuesday’s assessment of the progress made... 


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Deputy Pension Funds Adjudicator Naheem Essop
Pension Funds Adjudicator orders FSCA to investigate union’s conduct
28th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Statutory body the Pension Funds Adjudicator has referred the Chemical, Energy, Paper, Printing, Wood and Allied Workers' Union (CEPPWAWU) to regulator the Financial Services Conduct Authority... 


ACTOM triples transformer manufacturing capacity with new sites
ACTOM triples transformer manufacturing capacity with new sites
28th January 2026

Following its acquisition of SGB-SMIT Power Matla as part of a business rescue process, electromechanical equipment manufacturer ACTOM has started transformer production and testing activity at a... 


Nersa mulls interim tariff solution for ferrochrome smelters amid parallel work targeting 62c/kWh
Nersa mulls interim tariff solution for ferrochrome smelters amid parallel work targeting 62c/kWh
27th January 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom has requested the energy regulator to approve an interim tariff of 87c/kWh in favour of Samancor Chrome and the Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture as a temporary measure to sustain smelter... 


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UD Trucks unveils upgraded 2026 Quester for South Africa
27th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

Japanese vehicle manufacturer UD Trucks will introduce a new truck model to the South African market this year. The 2026 heavy-duty Quester is expected to be commercially available through the... 


Outa unimpressed with threats against those who have yet to register their solar systems
27th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Civil society organisation the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) believes recent threats by State-owned utility Eskom and certain municipalities to fine or disconnect the electricity supply of... 


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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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DHL boosts its African air logistics network with Boeing 737 freighter aircraft
27th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

DHL Aviation, a subsidiary of Germany-based global logistics group DHL, has announced that it has taken delivery of two Boeing 737-400 freighter aircraft, in full DHL branding, to serve the West... 


Saint-Gobain Africa launches new fibre cement manufacturing plant
Saint-Gobain Africa launches new fibre cement manufacturing plant
27th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Sustainable building materials producer and distributor Saint-Gobain Africa has officially launched its new fibre cement manufacturing plant, in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. The company says the new plant... 


Seifsa calls for industrial companies to participate in climate readiness pilot programme
27th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) invites interested companies to submit expressions of interest to participate in a fully funded... 


SA's auto sector is facing increasing competition from imports
As SA’s auto makers struggle, there is ‘no choice’ but to hike tariffs on vehicle imports
27th January 2026 By: Irma Venter

The South African government will have no choice but to impose antidumping duties on imported vehicles, says Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi. Godlimpi on Tuesday... 


UK-FCDO, Nepad Business Foundation partner to strengthen municipal water security
27th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The New Partnership for Africa's Development (Nepad) Business Foundation (NBF) has entered into a strategic partnership with the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office... 


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South Africa revamps black-empowerment fund proposal, BD says
27th January 2026 By: Bloomberg

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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BII, Alexforbes make R1bn investment in Revego Africa Energy Fund
27th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

UK development finance institution British International Investment (BII) and financial services firm Alexforbes have each made a R500-million investment into renewable assets investment management... 


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Former Emira CEO Geoff Jennett joins Heartwood Properties board
27th January 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Geoff Jennett has been appointed nonexecutive director of Heartwood Properties, a commercial property development and investment company listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange and soon to be listed... 


M&A activity to continue, with technology disruption a strong influence – Bain & Co
27th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity is set to maintain momentum this year, with 80% of M&A executives expecting to sustain or increase deal activity, management consulting firm Bain &... 


From left to right: GBCSA CEO Georgina Smit, Redefine ESG head Ursula Mpakanyane, Goodyear warehouse manager and Coega Development Corporation representative Leon Koen and Coega Development Corporation chief sustainability officer Nomathemba Mhlanga
Redefine Properties’ building at Coega awarded 5-star Green Star environmental rating
27th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

Redefine Properties’ modern logistics distribution centre, located at 62 Umlambo street, Zone 1, Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ), in the Eastern Cape province, has been awarded five-star Green... 


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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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