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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 regulatory instruments needed to facilitate the launch... 


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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,... 


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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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:... 


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... 


Coega unveils R52m rural school project
Coega unveils R52m rural school project
15th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

To mark the beginning of the 2026 academic year, the Coega Development Corporation (Coega) joined the Eastern Cape provincial government for the official handover of the R52-million Sitoza Senior... 


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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... 


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Mountain glacier ice cores long-term storage facility opened in Antarctica
15th January 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Europe-based Ice Memory Foundation has announced the inauguration of its mountain ice cores sanctuary, with the arrival of the first two cores at the facility, located at the Franco-Italian... 


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South African rand muted as traders eye local inflation data next week
Updated 1 hour 2 minutes 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 3 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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Tzaneen dam structure not at immediate risk amid heavy rains
15th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on Thursday assured that Tzaneen dam wall is not at risk despite the recent heavy rains in the Tzaneen dam catchment. The rainfall has led to the dam... 


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South African rand steady as Trump calms market fears by adopting softer tone on Iran, Fed chair
15th January 2026 By: Reuters

The South African rand was steady in early trading on Thursday, after US President Donald Trump calmed market anxiety over potential US military action against Iran. Like other risk-sensitive... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa (left) with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Significant new platinum-linked green hydrogen advances sweeping across UAE and US
15th January 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Speaking at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week on Tuesday, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa positioned green hydrogen at the centre of Africa’s big energy opportunity – and then on Wednesday... 


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Sappi earns CDP A List 2025 recognition for Forests
14th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Paper and pulp manufacturer Sappi has reported that it received an ‘A’ score for Forests in 2025 by global nonprofit the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), ranking highly among nearly 20 000... 


Global businesses face higher risks, risk management firms warn
14th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Global business leaders are facing mounting risks, as deepening geopolitical divides, along with growing technological and societal challenges, are expected to continue to shape the business... 


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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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EKATO Africa
EKATO Africa

Established in 1933, EKATO is the world leader in agitation technology, supplying agitators for processes and applications such as chemicals and...

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The Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa
Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa

The Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa was established to develop sustainable, internationally competitive carbon steel tube and pipe...

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Flanders Electrical SA
Flanders Electrical SA

FLANDERS Southern Africa provides integrated solutions for mining and industrial operations, covering field services, automation, electrification,...

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ECG Engineering
ECG Engineering

ECG provides specialised electrical engineering services to the Mining, Utilities, Materials Handling and Industrial industries, with extensive and...

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