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The Isuzu MVR-based bus
Isuzu Motors launches new commuter bus chassis for the local market
Updated 27 minutes ago By: Irma Venter

Isuzu Motors South Africa has launched the MVR bus chassis in South Africa, fitted with a Marcopolo Torino body. Designed as a dedicated commuter bus chassis, the local arm of the Japanese vehicle maker is especially proud of its soft ride bus... 


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Defence Minister Angie Motshekga
South Africa launches inquiry into Iran's participation in BRICS+ naval drills
Updated 3 hours ago By: Reuters

South Africa's defence ministry has launched a probe into Iran's participation in the BRICS+ naval exercises held near Cape Town this week, after reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa had asked... 


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South African rand muted as traders eye local inflation data next week
Updated 4 hours ago By: Reuters

South Africa's rand was subdued in early trade on Friday as traders awaited an inflation reading due next week for fresh signals on the health of Africa's most industrialised economy and clues on... 


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2025 to 2035 decisive for Africa’s new mineral wealth opportunity, say Boston execs
Updated 6 hours ago By: Martin Creamer

Africa’s mineral wealth has become a focal point for the clean energy transition and advanced manufacturing and coordinated action by Africa can convert the continent’s mineral wealth into GDP... 


Magazine round up | 16 January 2026
Magazine round up | 16 January 2026
16th January 2026

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


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CHARGE proves viable charging of electric trucks using offgrid solar
15th January 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE) has successfully charged for the first time in South Africa an electric truck using fully offgrid solar-powered public charging at its Wolmaransstad site. This marks a... 


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SA is one of the top 9 countries that generate their electricity from coal
SA is one of the top 9 countries that generate their electricity from coal
16th January 2026

South Africa is one of the top countries in the world for the amount of electricity it generates from coal. It ranked seventh in 2024, generating just over 200 TWh of coal-powered energy. 2024 is... 


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DLO launches fully sponsored renewable energy skills programme for emerging professionals
15th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

Renewable energy company DLO has launched a fully sponsored skills training programme aimed at equipping emerging professionals and entrepreneurs with the technical and financial capabilities... 


Eskom reminds that R10 000 registration fee for solar system less than 50 kVA waived until March 31
15th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned power utility Eskom reiterates that all registration and connection fees of up to R10 000 for small-scale embedded solar systems up to 50 kVA, are waived until March 31. The Electricity... 


ATNS says not responsible for air traffic control at Hoedspruit/Eastgate Airport
15th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa’s air traffic management and control agency, Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS), emphasised on Thursday that it was in no way responsible for air traffic control services at... 


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SAIA launches national campaign to promote safe, compliant residential solar systems
15th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

The South African Insurance Association (SAIA), in collaboration with municipalities, national industry bodies, insurers, financial institutions, fire protection organisations and civil society,... 


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Historic waste sites must apply for licences 16 years after Waste Act, law firm advises
15th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

Operators of historic waste disposal facilities in South Africa have been called upon to apply for waste management licences (WMLs) for the first time since the National Environmental Management:... 


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South Africa proposes tougher laws to monitor money flows
15th January 2026 By: Bloomberg

South Africa proposed changes to laws that would give the government stronger tools to monitor money flows and impose tougher penalties on those engaging in financial crimes. The National Treasury... 


Urgent safety alert over high-risk dams in Limpopo
15th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on Thursday issued an urgent public notice regarding the critically high-water levels across multiple dams in Limpopo. This followed persistent rainfall... 


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South Africa’s illicit cigarette trade pushes Batsa to end local production
15th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Tobacco company British American Tobacco South Africa (Batsa) has announced that it will cease local production of factory manufactured cigarettes and close its sole South African manufacturing... 


SAWEM market code and rules to be first order of business for new Nersa advisory forum
SAWEM market code and rules to be first order of business for new Nersa advisory forum
15th January 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The immediate priority of the Electricity Market Advisory Forum (EMAF), which was appointed by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) in December, will be to offer input on the... 


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Centurion Systems anchors gate motor production in South Africa as global demand grows
15th January 2026 By: Darren Parker

Security technology manufacturer Centurion Systems has brought previously outsourced manufacturing back from Asia to South Africa, expanded its local factory operations to double night shifts,... 


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Magazine round up | 16 January 2026
Magazine round up | 16 January 2026

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

EGOLI RELOADED
EGOLI RELOADED

Flanked by partially vegetated mine dumps that serve as a visual reminder of the central role that gold once played in the development of Johannesburg, is Qala Shallows, South Africa’s first... 

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The best must be made of South Africa’s fortuitous commodity windfall

South Africa's commodity windfall, according to Old Mutual Investment Group, is expected to seep into the broader economy, boosting banks, retailers and property stocks as stronger prices improve... 

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Danger signs

“We live in a world, in the real world, Jake, that is governed by strength, that is governed by force, that is governed by power. These are the iron laws of the world since the beginning of time,”... 

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Nokwanda Khumalo, GM: Mobility and Convenience at bp Southern Africa
Nokwanda Khumalo

This week we profile Nokwanda Khumalo, GM: Mobility and Convenience at bp Southern Africa, a supplier of fuel, lubricants and energy solutions 

TO-DO LIST
TO-DO LIST

The South African economy is definitely showing signs of recovery. However, there is a long way to go to truly break free from the low-growth shackles created by years of sub-optimal governance,... 

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Developed to exceed the latest EN 15964 standards for police breathalysers proving that it will remain accurate and reliable for many years to come.

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Avlock International
Avlock International

Avlock International is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Specialized Fastening Systems.

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AirNox Pty Ltd
AirNox Pty Ltd

AirNox (Pty) Ltd is a level 1 BBBEE manufacturer of complete AdBlue® solutions for operators of SCR diesel engines and AUS40 across South Africa...

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Rentech
Rentech

Rentech provides renewable energy products and services to the local and selected African markets. Supplying inverters, lithium and lead-acid...

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