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SA joins international community to observe World Ozone Day

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… emission standards, while balancing energy security, economic stability, and environmental protection. “Much more … us plays a part in securing a healthier atmosphere and the recovery of the ozone layer, not only for the present, but …

Eskom forecasts load shedding free summer

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… 2025 to 31 March 2026, forecasts no load shedding – a recovery from last summer’s 13 days of load shedding, when … to energy security, supporting the country’s socio-economic programmes, and positioning Eskom as an investable, …

Regional cooperation in agriculture key to food security

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… farmer support, noting the sector’s importance in driving economic recovery. “We congratulate the government of Zimbabwe for the …

Durban tourism bounces back as visitors’ numbers increase

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… domestic visitor numbers showing exceptional growth and economic impact from January to May 2025. This performance signals a strong recovery for the sector and reaffirms Durban’s position as … only bouncing back; we are setting the pace for tourism recovery in South Africa. “We remain fully committed to …

President urges deeper South Africa–Japan trade and investment ties

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… President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for stronger economic and investment partnerships between South Africa and … is an opportune time to strengthen our long-standing economic relationship,” the President told delegates. He … he said.  He told delegates that South Africa’s economic recovery, renewal and expansion is being driven by a massive …

Manamela appoints SETA administrators amid governance failures

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… public leader with extensive experience in governance, economic development, and strategic management. He previously served as CEO of the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone, Group Executive at the Limpopo Economic … Planning, and also has extensive experience in financial recovery, organisational turnaround, and spatial development. …

Government hands over houses to KZN flood victims

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… and Impendle Municipalities to assess progress on disaster recovery interventions. On Tuesday morning, Simelane received … services. Xaba said this inclusive approach ensured that economic benefits were shared locally, while building skills …

Climate action can’t wait- and neither can Africa

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… Climate change requires a response which addresses social, economic and environmental challenges Without a united, … emissions, often have the least access to post-disaster recovery funding, and to climate finance at the necessary … are just transitions, focused on people, communities, and economic development. The urgency of scaled, targeted support …

Role of reforms in transforming SA’s economy

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… - considering the critical role they play in unlocking economic potential and improving service delivery. In October … that had, for too long, held back South Africa’s economic potential. “Our starting point was a clear and … implementation of structural reforms and support economic recovery. “The conclusion was that if we could tackle these …

Eskom, Red Cross assist over 3 000 beneficiaries affected by extreme weather in E Cape

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… development and electrification, Eskom supports local economic growth, skills development, and job creation, … have suffered loss and renew its commitment to aid in the recovery and rebuilding process.  About the Eskom Development …

Progress made in improving operations at Port of Durban 

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… and pilotage. “As Transnet, we have been implementing our recovery plan, which is aimed at improving operational … efforts to revitalise South Africa’s ports and support economic growth. “As the busiest port in sub-Saharan Africa, … to ensure the port’s efficient functioning as the economic gateway to the South African economy,” Ben-Mazwi …

AI advancements must not leave developing nations behind 

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… rapid technological advancements are changing the global economic landscape, but policymakers must ensure that this … “[AI]…represents a significant turning point in the global economic landscape. Governors have just come out of a very … “we carry a unique responsibility to shape a global recovery that is not only resilient, but also inclusive and …

Government commits over R1 trillion to infrastructure investment

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… infrastructure development becomes the “true flywheel of economic growth.”  Through the Infrastructure Fund, he said … is investing in the roads that link communities to economic centres and the water projects that supply expanding … this emerging industry,” he said. Highlighting tourism’s recovery, he noted that over 9 million international tourists …

G20's ability to respond to multilateral tests critical

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… system will determine both the speed of global recovery and the future of sustainable development. This is … the meetings take place at a time of heightened global economic uncertainty. “While there are signs of resilience in … ensure that we align African priorities with the global economic reform efforts that we are discussing in the G20,” …

SIU R67 million recovery order crucial step in "rooting out" corruption

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… Dean Macpherson, has welcomed the R67 million recovery order obtained by the Special Investigating Unit … made by the contractor against the department. “This recovery order is another important step in our efforts to … the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure into the economic delivery unit of South Africa, ensuring that …

SIU obtains R67m recovery order against Public Works plumbing contractor

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… The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a recovery order of R67 million against a plumbing contractor … read.  According to the SIU, the comprehensive financial recovery includes R46.6 million from invalid 2015 to 2017 … Kroucamp Plumbers misrepresented its Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) status, submitted incomplete …

Have your say on the Review of the White Paper on Local Government

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… the disaster, government announced a substantial Disaster Recovery Grant, allocating R1.2 billion to municipalities … urban form, characterised by racial segregation, economic exclusion, and fragmented landscapes, continues to …

Government to publish strategy for planned disaster risk management

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… macroeconomic framework reforms to drive structural economic transformation and attract investment, public … government expenditure and is aimed at easing supply-side economic constraints and improving social service access.  … particularly CFOs and budget managers. Financial Recovery Plans: For municipalities in financial distress, …

Medupi’s Unit 4 returned to service

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… in a statement.  As part of the Generation Operational Recovery Plan, Eskom’s engineering teams implemented … to play a vital role in supporting South Africa’s economic growth and development. During its construction, Eskom invested over R2.9 billion in socio-economic development initiatives aimed at addressing urgent …

President highlights investment opportunities at SA-Austria Business Forum

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… a range of mutually beneficial opportunities across key economic sectors. Speaking at the South Africa-Austria … Ramaphosa underscored the importance of deepening economic collaboration between the two countries. “It is my … Ramaphosa said. South Africa, he said, is showing signs of recovery following recent economic challenges. The …