Collaboration, accountability, mentorship key to helping women advance in business

Amid the evolving role of women in South Africa’s business environment, coordinated efforts and collaboration are key in helping to overcome the challenges they faced and in advancing female... 

Mahindra launches R70m Pik Up assembly plant in KwaZulu-Natal

India-headquartered vehicle manufacturer Mahindra has launched its new R70-million Mahindra Pik Up local assembly plant at the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone (SEZ), in KwaZulu-Natal, on... 

DFFE calls for urgent action to end plastic pollution

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George is leading a South African delegation attending the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee... 

Growthpoint confirms appointment of new CEO, CFO

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Growthpoint Properties has announced the appointment of Estienne de Klerk as group CEO and José Snyders as group CFO from July 1, 2026, and January 1,... 

BCCEI secures new three-year agreements to strengthen civil engineering sector

Industry organisation the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) has concluded a new three-year settlement for two of its collective agreements in the civil engineering... 

Alphamin’s second-quarter Ebitda improves

JSE-listed Alphamin Resources has posted a 21% quarter-on-quarter increase in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) to $75-million for the second quarter ended... 

Creecy appoints new boards at the RAF, SAA

Following the dissolution of the previous board of the Road Accident Fund (RAF) on July 15, Cabinet has approved the appointment of an interim board for a period of six months or until a new board... 

Global coal use likely to remain near the all-time high reached in 2024 – IEA

Global coal demand is likely to remain broadly unchanged this year and next, despite short-term fluctuations across several major markets in the first half of this year, the International Energy... 

Aterian awarded three new licences in the Kalahari Copperbelt

London-listed Aterian has announced a significant expansion of its high-potential copper and silver exploration portfolio following the award of three new prospecting licences in the world-renowned... 

Bank of Zambia renews gold purchase contract with First Quantum Minerals

Following a tender, the Bank of Zambia (BOZ) has extended metals miner First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM’s) contract to supply the central bank with refined gold for the next three years, building on a... 

BLSA, Busa urge Eskom to cease legal action against awarded electricity trading licences

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) and Business Unity South Africa (Busa) have called on the South African government to urgently intervene to protect the national energy reform programme in... 

DFFE publishes draft regulations to ban microbeads

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George has, on August 7, published draft regulations aimed at prohibiting the production, distribution, sale, import and export of plastic... 

Allied Gold reports strong second-quarter gold production

TSX-listed Allied Gold Corporation has produced 91 017 oz of gold in the three months ended June 30 in line with expectations and 8.3% higher quarter-on-quarter.   The good production figures,... 

Perseus makes solid progress on Nyanzaga construction

ASX-listed Perseus Mining says it is making solid progress at the Nyanzaga gold project, in Tanzania, as bulk earthworks continue to lay the foundation for future infrastructure. The company says... 

Commission calls for inclusive dialogue on the NDC to enhance climate action

The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) held a Special Commission Working Session with Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dion George on August 5 to receive an update on the draft... 

Garsfontein road project set to improve access to services within Greater Tshwane, connect economic nodes

The Gauteng provincial government is upgrading Garsfontein road (K50) to support the Mooikloof MegaCity development. In a media release, the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport (GDRT) says... 

Lindian, Iluka enter binding offtake agreement for rare earth concentrate from Malawi

ASX-listed Iluka Resources has entered into a binding loan term sheet and a full-form offtake agreement with ASX-listed Lindian Resources for the long-term supply of rare earth concentrate from... 

Kefi completes early works for Tulu Kapi

After inspections by the relevant independent certifiers, Aim-listed Kefi Gold and Copper has completed the required early works to enable full project development at its Tulu Kapi gold project, in... 

SAB highlights opportunities, challenges for small retailers

As contributors to South Africa’s beer value chain, small retail businesses across South Africa play an important role for the local economy, enabling job creation, supporting township and rural... 

City Lodge Hotels celebrates 40 years

As City Lodge Hotels celebrates its fortieth anniversary, the group has grown to now operating 58 hotels with 7 374 rooms under four brands – Courtyard Hotel, City Lodge Hotel, Town Lodge, and Road... 

Godongwana says no decision made yet to move the inflation target to 3%

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has clarified that, despite speculation, he does not intend to confirm a move to a 3% inflation target during the upcoming Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement.... 

Globeleq South Africa Management Services appoints new GM

Globeleq South Africa Management Services (GSAMS) has appointed Willie van Niekerk as its new GM, bringing over a decade of experience within the organisation to this leadership role. In his new... 

Aura secures US offtake, spot sales agreements for Tiris uranium project

ASX- and Aim-listed Aura Energy has executed two agreements for the future sales of uranium oxide concentrate (UOC) from its Tiris uranium project, in Mauritania. It has entered into a long-term... 

Koryx closes $25m fundraising drive

TSX-V-listed Koryx Copper has closed its previously announced bought deal public offering of an aggregate of 19.05-million common shares of the company at a price of C$1.05 per common share for... 

Perseus appoints new MD as Quartermaine retires after 12-year stint

After 12 years, Jeff Quartermaine will retire as MD and CEO of ASX-listed Perseus Mining, with effect from September 30. Quartermaine will be succeeded by Craig Jones, who will begin work with... 

Platinum-based hydrogen fuel cells providing power solutions for data centres

The International Energy Agency estimates global electricity demand from data centres to more than double to about 945 TWh – more than the entire electricity consumption of Japan today – by 2030.... 

Jupiter records strongest performance on record at Tshipi

ASX-listed Jupiter Mines has reported that the Tshipi manganese mine, in South Africa, has achieved another strong quarter, contributing to several record-breaking achievements for the 2025... 

URU completes SpectremPlus AEM survey at Zeb nickel project

Aim-listed URU Metals has confirmed that the high‑powered SpectremPlus airborne electromagnetic (AEM) survey over its Zeb nickel project, in Limpopo, has been successfully completed on schedule and... 

Transnet welcomes conviction of infrastructure criminals

State-owned Transnet has welcomed the conviction of 26 individuals in the Xhariep district, in the Free State, for theft of Transnet copper cables and essential infrastructure estimated at... 

SAPVIA welcomes new solar PV projects under Bid Window 7

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) celebrates a significant milestone following the Department of Electricity and Energy’s (DEE’s) allocation of six new solar PV projects... 

IAEA confirms support for Rhisotope project, as pilot phase shows results

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reiterated its support for the Rhisotope project, in South Africa, which entails the insertion of radioactive isotopes into rhino horns and using... 

Strong investor interest drives gold demand higher

Amid a high price environment, the World Gold Council (WGC) has reported that total gold demand, including over-the-counter investment, increased by 3% year-on-year to 1 249 t for the second... 

Gemfields reports $60m in first-half auction revenues

Aim-listed gemstone miner Gemfields has reported total auction revenues of $60-million for the half year ended June 30. The company also reports a net debt position of $59.6-million, before auction... 

Africa poised to take advantage of increasing blockchain momentum

As blockchain continues to gain momentum, Africa stands poised to leapfrog into a new era of technological advancement and economic empowerment, according to the third edition of the ‘African... 

Copper 360 enters negotiations for additional equity capital

JSE-listed Copper 360 has advised shareholders that it has entered into negotiations regarding the introduction of additional equity capital, which if successfully concluded, may have a material... 

Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory

State-owned Transnet Engineering (TE) launched its South African National Accreditation System- (Sanas-) accredited material testing laboratory at its Koedoespoort plant, on July 29. Initially... 

Webinar highlights opportunities, considerations for green ammonia, e-fertiliser adoption in South Africa

With the global population projected to reach about 9.7-billion people by 2050, fertiliser remains essential for food production, economic stability and regional resilience, particularly for South... 

Mantengu embarks on another battle with the JSE

JSE-listed Mantengu Mining says it has instituted urgent proceedings in the Gauteng High Court, seeking an order compelling the JSE to publish, in full, on the Stock Exchange News Service (Sens)... 

dtic in trade discussions with US, signs conditions precedent document

Amid shifts taking place in global trade, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has emphasised the work being done by his department to ensure South Africa maintains its competitive... 

Physically backed gold ETF inflows reach $38-billion

The World Gold Council (WGC) has reported that global physically-backed gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw inflows of $38-billion during the first half of this year, marking the strongest...