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New Board Chairperson, Saliem Fakir, to lead Atlantis into a sustainable future
New Board Chairperson, Saliem Fakir, to lead Atlantis into a sustainable future
25th January 2024

The Atlantis Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Saliem Fakir as the new Board Chairperson, effective from 15th January 2024. Mr. Fakir, a globally... 


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SPS & Partners provide 10 MW solar solution to Otjikoto mine
25th January 2024

Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS), together with its Namibian partners, Fortitude and the Oelofse family, are pioneering the latest development in Namibia's energy and mining sector. N$200-million... 


Clarens becomes the first South African town to introduce load curtailment
24th January 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Clarens, in the Free State, has become the first town in South Africa where residents are now equipped to manage their own electricity load through load curtailment. The town is already gearing up... 


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Tsodilo applies to have Botswana Minerals and Energy Minister held in contempt of court
24th January 2024 By: Darren Parker

Canadian mineral resources exploration and development company Tsodilo Resources has filed an interlocutory application in the Botswana High Court, calling on Minerals and Energy Minister Lefoko... 


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Wesgro, Standard Bank, facilitate new agricultural export deal with China
22nd January 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Western Cape provincial trade, tourism and investment promotion agency Wesgro and Standard Bank South Africa have collaborated to support the conclusion of an export deal worth R300-million a year... 


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Multibillion-rand Cape Winelands Airport aims to receive first passengers in 2027  
22nd January 2024 By: Irma Venter

Cape Town’s proposed second big commercial airport, the Cape Winelands Airport (CWA), should receive its first passengers in 2027, says RSA.Aero MD Nick Ferguson. RSA.Aero is the project developer,... 


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Saliem Fakir appointed ASEZ chairperson
19th January 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Atlantis Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) has appointed Saliem Fakir as the new board chairperson, effective from January 15. Fakir is a globally recognised leader in sustainability, climate policy... 


Crystal-ball gazing
19th January 2024 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

It’s difficult to tell with any degree of certainty what lies in store for Africa this year, but there seems to be broad consensus that our continent will experience better fortunes on the economic... 


SA-made nature-mimicking shark-barrier tech scores first commercial installation
19th January 2024 By: Irma Venter

The ecofriendly SharkSafe Barrier technology, developed by marine biologists at Stellenbosch University (SU) and their collaborators, and manufactured in the Western Cape, has been installed at a... 


Trade conditions remained weak in November, December, but more positive outlook anticipated – Sacci
18th January 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Industry organisation the South Africa Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (Sacci’s) December 2023 survey on trade conditions indicated a slight improvement in the trading climate for November and... 


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December international air passenger traffic through Cape Town Airport sets new record
15th January 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Cape Town Air Access (CTAA) announced on Monday that December had seen a monthly record number of two-way international passengers passing through Cape Town International Airport (CTIA). These... 


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Construction machinery dealership for Mauritius
12th January 2024

Yellow Metal Machine Rental has recently been appointed as an official Wacker Neuson dealer in Mauritius. The company’s machine rental business was originally opened in Mauritius by MD Dave Alcock... 


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Cape Town calls for deadline on private sector port involvement
12th January 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town says it wants a “clear deadline” from Transnet and national government on private sector involvement in the Port of Cape Town.  With a private sector partner set to start... 


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Cape Town reports nearly R4bn boost from 2023 events
11th January 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town has reported an almost R4-billion boost from the raft of events hosted in the Western Cape capital last year. This includes Africa’s first Netball World Cup, the ICC Women's... 


Scatec sub-Saharan Africa executive VP Jan Fourie
South Africa to add further solar PV in 2024 – Scatec
8th January 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Renewable energy company Scatec says solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity will grow significantly in South Africa this year and will continue to replace fossil-fuel-based traditional energy sources, as... 


Sacci BCI rises, but meaningful momentum lags
13th December 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Business Confidence Index (BCI) published by the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sacci) has nudged up by 2.9 index points to 111.5 in November, from 108.6 in October. The BCI... 


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Addressing knowledge gaps will ensure a fundamental shift in practices, and ensure a sustainable and responsible future for the mining industry
Concerted effort required to address knowledge gaps
8th December 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

Mine care and maintenance, particularly in tailings management, require a concerted effort from regulators, operators and communities, especially as the mining industry continues to evolve.... 


Vodacom and WWF to pilot AI early warning system to help protect marine mammals
8th December 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Connectivity, digital and financial services company Vodacom South Africa and independent conservation organisation World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) South Africa have joined forces to pilot... 


Wesgro CEO and CTAA official spokesperson Wrenelle Stander
Campaign launched to promote tourism to George, the Garden Route and Klein Karoo
4th December 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

Inter-agency and public private partnership Cape Town and Western Cape air connectivity initiative Cape Town Air Access (CTAA) has announced it is partnering with Cape Town-based and leading... 


FlyNamibia to link Windhoek with Victoria Falls in joint strategy with Airlink
29th November 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

Independent Namibian airline FlyNamibia has announced that it is to institute a new route on April 4 next year. This will connect the country’s capital, Windhoek, to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.... 


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Work underway to clear hyacinth at Hartbeespoort dam
29th November 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Work is continuing on the efficient rehabilitation of the Hartbeespoort dam, where hyacinth and algae have negatively impacted the water quality, assured Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu.... 


Tech and Tourism Conference 2024: Shaping the Future of Travel
27th November 2023

WilliamDavid Travel, proudly announces the inaugural Tech & Tourism Conference scheduled for February 22-23, 2024, in Johannesburg. This groundbreaking event marks a significant milestone in... 


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Local infrastructure development uplifts community
22nd November 2023

Local road infrastructure connected to the Msikaba Bridge project in the Eastern Cape has helped to create sustainable growth and development of the surrounding community. Concor Moto-Engil Joint... 


Aviation safety in Africa is improving, but airline industry seeks to always get better
21st November 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

African airlines need to become more active in the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA’s) regional safety and flight operations groups (which are action oriented), IATA regional VP... 


IATA regional VP Africa and the Middle East Kamil Al-Awadhi
African airlines still face government-imposed financial pressures that exceed global norms
21st November 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which is the global representative body for the airline industry, has again highlighted the problem of high commercial aviation costs in Africa... 


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Spear breaks ground on George Airport Business Park light industrial, logistics hub
17th November 2023 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Spear has broken ground on its R400-million investment into the Airport Business Park, in George, in the Western Cape. The 19.5 ha development will provide a... 


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Delayed Lesotho Highlands project key to plugging Gauteng water-supply gap
17th November 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

The long-anticipated second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP Phase II) broke ground this year, with ambitions of providing Gauteng and surrounds with a much-needed boost in water... 


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Delayed Lesotho Highlands project key to plugging Gauteng water-supply gap
17th November 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

The long-anticipated second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP Phase II) broke ground this year, with ambitions of providing Gauteng and surrounds with a much-needed boost in water... 


Short-term outlook for trade conditions remains negative, Sacci reports
15th November 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sacci) finds in its latest Trade Conditions Survey that the sector is facing increased pressure both in terms of current trade conditions, as... 


South Africa Tourism, Google sign tourism promotion agreement
13th November 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and search engine and Internet services multinational Google have signed a collaboration agreement to support the use of digital tools to enhance tourism... 


Infinity Lithium wins €18.8m govt grant for San José
Infinity Lithium wins €18.8m govt grant for San José
13th November 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

The Spanish government has awarded Infinity Lithium a €18.8-million grant to advance the San José project, the Australia-listed company reported on Monday. The Ministry of Industry, Trade and... 


Coega successes the foundation for Gqeberha’s revival – Moore
13th November 2023

Multibillion-rand investments in the Coega Special Economic Zone are laying the foundation for Gqeberha to realise its true potential as a city. That is the view of veteran Remax estate agent Alan... 


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Ramaphosa undertakes State visit to Qatar
13th November 2023 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Wednesday undertake his first State Visit to Qatar, at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar. The two-day visit comes ahead... 


Trevor Noah
Trevor Noah Tourism Campaign for South Africa
10th November 2023

The Tourism Business Council of South Africa has been in talks with renowned comedian Trevor Noah and other personalities, to collaborate with on campaigns that will create a wider presence for... 


Johannesburg-based Afro-Middle East Centre executive director Na'eem Jeenah
Indlulamithi 2035 scenarios predict possibility of new govt pushing to end corruption, reduce crime
10th November 2023 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Indlulamithi South Africa Scenarios 2035 initiative, which was launched in 2017, has involved conversations about the country’s trajectory and through robust research it has since been able to... 


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Transnet expects 175 vessel calls as cruise liner season opens
9th November 2023 By: Irma Venter

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) says it expects 175 vessel calls at South African port cities in the 2023/24 cruise liner season, which opened earlier this month. The vessels are expected... 


The Vasco da Gama cruise ship
Port Elizabeth port to welcome 37 560 passengers as cruise season starts
8th November 2023 By: Schalk Burger

The arrival of cruise ship the Vasco da Gama at the Port of Port Elizabeth marked the start of the 2023/24 cruise season in Gqeberha, and the city expects to welcome to its shores 37 560 passengers... 


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African travel, tourism can grow by another $168bn with the right efforts – WTTC
7th November 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimates that the African travel and tourism sector could add $168-billion to the continent’s economy and create more than 18-million new jobs, depending... 


Associations laud De Lille’s constructive engagement approach in tourism industry
6th November 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As the global tourism community converges at the World Travel Market in London this week, South African tourism associations have expressed their full support for Tourism Minister Patricia de... 


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Losing Agoa status would mean losing competitive edge in wine pricing – Basson
1st November 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Industry body South Africa Wine (SA Wine) has emphasised the importance of South Africa’s trade relationship with the US under the Africa Growth Opportunity Act (Agoa) trade regime, particularly... 


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SA shark-barrier tech scores first commercial installation
31st October 2023 By: Irma Venter

The eco-friendly SharkSafe Barrier technology, developed by marine biologists at Stellenbosch University (SU) and their collaborators, and manufactured in the Western Cape, has been installed at a... 


South Africa could benefit from its dual AfCFTA and Brics membership
30th October 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa has the potential to use its membership of both the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (Brics) bloc to stimulate its... 


SA Wine launches dedicated skills development body for wine industry
27th October 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Industry body South Africa Wine (SA Wine) has announced the establishment of the South African Wine Industry Professional Body (SAWIPB) as a strategic asset to support the industry’s human resource... 


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