‘Load-Shedding Free Summer’ Expected by Eskom
During a briefing on Monday, Eskom Group Chief Executive Officer; Dan Marokane; announced that if power stations continue to function uninterrupted, South Africans may experience a “load-shedding free summer”.
New Water Bill Signed to Address Nationwide Crisis
After years of ongoing water crises across the country, this Tuesday, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the South African National Water Resources Infrastructure Agency SOC Ltd Bill into law.
Electric Car Charging Network Launched by Eskom
In its effort with the government to enter the growing electric vehicle market, Eskom recently launched its fifth electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Midrand
Food Inflation Drops Since November
According to Statistics South Africa’s (Stats SA) findings on Wednesday this week, food inflation has dropped 4.5% since its recent high of 9% in November 2023.
South African Meat Producers to See Industry Boost
Following a recent virtual meeting with Saudi Arabia regarding trade and exports, the South African Ambassador to Saudi Arabia; Mogobo Magabe; stated that the lifting of the 21-year import ban of South African meat by the Kingdom has created a lucrative market for meat producers in South Africa.
eThekwini: Abandoned and Hijacked Buildings Promised to be Reclaimed
Following a visit in Durban on Thursday by Dean Macpherson; the Public Works and Infrastructure Minister; he stated that the Ministry will begin reclaiming hijacked government buildings.
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Load-Shedding Could be Nearing an End
With the country recently experiencing over 140 days without load-shedding so far in 2024, experts are optimistic that it may soon come to an end.
Funds Allocated to Empower Youth-Led Businesses in KZN
On Tuesday this week, KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thamsanqa Ntuli, announced that applications for youth-led business funds will open on Thursday, August 15th.
Eastern Cape: Thousands of Households to Benefit from Massive Wind Farm Project
In Jansenville, Eastern Cape, a huge wind-powered electricity development is underway.
Government Seeking to Shut Down 2G and 3G Networks by 2027
The Communications Ministry has stated that by December 2027, it would like to phase out 2G and 3G networks across the country.
Turkiye Formally Joins South Africa's Case Against Israel
On Wednesday this week, Turkiye has formally submitted its declaration to join South Africa's International Court of Justice (ICJ) case against Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
New Modern Trains to be Introduced in Cape Town
In Cape Town, The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has announced new modern Electric Multiple Units (EMUs). These blue and white trains will run on the Central line as well as extend from Nyanga to Mandalay station in the Western Cape.
Durban: Flood-Damaged Infrastructure Sees a R500m Investment
Following the declining state of the Northern Wastewater Treatment Works in Durban, the municipality has revealed a sum of R500 million that will go to completing repairs.
More Items Asked to be Exempted from VAT
In order to ease the burden on poor South African households, many stakeholders have called on the government to remove value-added taxes (VAT) on chicken, as well as luxury taxes on smartphones.
KwaZulu-Natal Community Benefits from Solar Geyser Rollout
In a move to encourage the use of green energy, the eThekwini Municipality has installed solar geysers in 700 homes in Woodyglen, Hammarsdale. This will ensure significant reduction in the electricity consumption and costs for residents.
Eastern Cape: Land Approved for Relocation of Families Affected by Floods
Following the devastating floods that ravaged parts of the Eastern Cape last month, the Eastern Cape Environmental Affairs Department has recently approved land for relocation of flood-affected families.