COSATU urges workers to reject “fabricated” 30 June deadline
Xenophobia is “intended to distract attention from the abject failures of government” says COSATU’s Malvern de Bruyn
African Banks Target Kenya Market but Face Fierce Local Rivals
African banks including Egypt’s Commercial International Bank (CIB), Nigeria’s Access Bank and South Africa’s Nedbank are expanding into Kenya’s lucrative […]
Kenyans Living in Towns Are Farmers Too: What This Means for Rural Landscapes
The increasing control of rural agricultural land by urban residents has implications for rural people and spaces.
Buying a Home in South Africa: What First-Time Buyers Should Know
Buying a first home in South Africa is one of the bigger financial moves a person makes. The good news is that the process is not as confusing as it looks once it gets broken into smaller steps. People who plan ahead and ask the right questions tend to end up in a place they …
How Property Builds Long-Term Wealth in South Africa
Property has long been one of the steadiest ways South Africans build wealth over time. Bricks and mortar feel solid in a way that shares and savings accounts sometimes do not, and a well-chosen home can pay back in two ways at once: monthly rental income and steady growth in value. The catch is that …
GNU’s Failure to Tackle Illegal Immigration Is the Real Crisis
As South Africans prepare to take to the streets tomorrow, ActionSA calls on every marcher to demonstrate, through peaceful and lawful conduct, that the legitimate concerns about the sovereignty of South Africa deserve to be heard.
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Living in Pretoria East: A Practical Look at the Area
Pretoria East has grown into one of the most sought-after parts of the capital, and for good reason. It blends easy access to the city with the calmer feel of leafy suburbs, good schools, and a steady supply of modern housing. People moving from other parts of Gauteng often land here because it ticks a …
What Makes Umhlanga a Smart Place to Buy
Umhlanga has earned its spot as one of the most desirable coastal suburbs in KwaZulu-Natal. Sitting just north of Durban, it pairs warm-water beaches with a modern business hub, good schools, and a relaxed seaside feel. People moving from inland cities often pick it for the lifestyle, then stay for the strong sense of community. …
“Better to be safe than sorry” – 1,800 Zimbabweans seek repatriation
Immigrant families have been displaced in the Western Cape
Australia Wary of Matthews Threat
Hayley Matthews is the first to admit that she has not yet fired at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 but Australia are only too aware of her threat ahead of Tuesday’s semi-final. While Australia, ranked number one in the world, enjoyed an imperious time of it in the groups, completing a fourth win …
Is Government Really Ready for AARTO?
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) is calling on the Department of Transport and the Road Traffic Infringement Agency (RTIA) to urgently explain whether the next phase of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) will proceed as planned on 1 July 2026. With only days remaining before the proposed rollout, government has yet …
Cricket’s Historic Return at LA28 Olympic Games
The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have today confirmed the qualification pathway for cricket’s historic return to the Olympic Games at LA28, including the introduction of the first-ever ICC Olympics Qualifier. Six nations will compete in each of the Men’s and Women’s T20 competitions in Los Angeles, with Africa, Asia, …
Kolbe and Willemse Strike 50
Springbok backs Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse will mark the opening Test of the season against England in the inaugural Nations Championship competition by celebrating their 50th Test caps eight years after making their international debuts in an experienced team named by Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus. The Bok coach opted for tried and tested combinations …
Understanding Women’s Health Services and What Clinics Offer
Looking after your health as a woman covers a lot of ground, from routine check-ups to sensitive personal matters that need privacy and care. Knowing where to turn, and what kind of support is out there, makes those moments far less stressful. This article looks at the services women’s health centres offer, what happens at …
Canal Walk Takes Flight With Peter Pan for a 24th Year of Winter Theatre Magic
Pirates, fairy dust and a flight to Neverland mark this year’s family theatre tradition at Canal Walk. Canal Walk’s winter theatre tradition returns this year with Peter Pan, marking the 24th production to take to the Centre Court stage. Audiences can expect flying scenes, fairy dust and a fair amount of pirate mischief when the …
Airlink’s on the Wing as the Official Domestic Airline for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Johannesburg – Airlink, South Africa’s premier airline, will be the official domestic carrier of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026 that will see South Africa Rugby and New Zealand Rugby face off this August and September in a series of men’s and women’s blockbuster Test matches and four elite provincial matches played in South Africa ahead of …
Trafigura Brings Capital, Market Access and Supply Chain Expertise to AEW 2026 as Silver Sponsor
Commodity trading company Trafigura will participate as a Silver Sponsor at African Energy Week (AEW) 2026, taking place on October 12–16 in Cape Town. Its participation underscores the expanding role of international commodity traders in Africa's energy sector – not only as buyers of resources, but increasingly as providers of financing, logistics, market access and commercial expertise that strengthen energy security and unlock investment.
In April 2026, Trafigura signed a $1 billion oil prepayment agreement with Gabon, providing upfront financing to support the country's upstream expansion strategy. The financing is expected to help sustain national oil production above 220,000 barrels per day while supporting plans to triple refining capacity by 2030.
Beyond upstream financing, Trafigura is expanding its presence across Africa's downstream energy sector to strengthen regional refining capacity and fuel security. The company is among the bidders for a minority stake in South Africa's Natref Refinery. Through its subsidiary Puma Energy, Trafigura also operates fuel storage, distribution and retail infrastructure across Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Tanzania, Ghana and Mozambique, strengthening regional fuel security and the reliable distribution of petroleum products.
The company is also strengthening Africa's position within global energy transition supply chains. In May 2026, Trafigura signed an agreement with the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Entreprise Générale du Cobalt and EVelution Energy to establish a long-term supply chain for Congolese cobalt to the U.S., supporting battery manufacturing and clean energy industries. The company also serves as an offtaker for copper produced by Ivanhoe Mines' Kamoa-Kakula complex, supporting mineral exports through the Lobito Corridor – a strategic transport route linking Central African mineral production to international markets.
Trafigura's energy transition portfolio extends beyond critical minerals. Through the Miombo Restoration Alliance, the company is supporting a $1 billion carbon removal and ecosystem restoration initiative spanning Mozambique, Zambia, Tanzania and Malawi. The program aims to restore approximately 675,000 hectares of woodland while generating high-quality carbon credits. In Angola, Trafigura has also partnered with engineering firm ProMarks to support the development of up to 2 GW of renewable energy capacity, contributing to the country's long-term energy diversification strategy.
"Trafigura has demonstrated how commodity traders can serve as strategic partners in Africa's energy development – not only by connecting producers to global markets, but by providing the financing, logistics and commercial expertise needed to unlock new projects and strengthen regional energy security," said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber. "As African countries pursue industrialization and greater value addition, partners that can mobilize capital, strengthen supply chains and expand market access will become increasingly important."
At AEW 2026, Trafigura executives are expected to participate in discussions on commodity financing, energy security, supply chain resilience and the evolving role of trading houses in Africa's industrialization agenda. The conference will provide policymakers, investors and industry leaders with an opportunity to engage directly with one of the commercial partners helping transform Africa's energy resources into long-term economic growth.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
Pilates Sculpt: Brewing Belonging – How Starbucks Sea Point Became More Than a Coffee Shop
For the past year, the Sea Point Starbucks has quietly become something more than a coffee shop. People still queue for coffee, but they also stay. They open laptops at the tables. They meet clients across from the window. And once a month, they roll up the mats and make space for something slower. Hannah …
The VMware Partner Reset Is Creating a More Mature Cloud Market
Broadcom’s VMware partner changes are accelerating a shift towards a more mature cloud market, with organisations prioritising operational excellence, sovereignty and predictable infrastructure over commodity cloud services. According to Lee Syse, the evolving ecosystem will reward cloud providers that deliver resilience, compliance and long-term customer value. While Broadcom’s VMware Cloud Service Provider (VCSP) ecosystem makes …
March and March has delivered nothing but suffering
The anti-immigration campaign has caused deaths, widespread displacement, and loss of income for South Africans
A 2026 Buyer’s Guide to Vacation Ownership in South Africa
Holidays are no longer viewed as an occasional luxury, but as an essential part of modern wellbeing, offering time to rest and reconnect. As travel costs continue to rise, more South Africans are exploring structured holiday solutions – such as vacation ownership – through established providers like the Beekman Group. “There’s a reason globally recognised …
Action Needed to Address Appalling Condition of Alma Roads
The apparent indifference to the appalling condition of roads in and around Alma should not be tolerated; decisive action is needed to address it. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) today sent a letter to Limpopo’s MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, Mr Sebataolo Rachoene, seeking clarity on the lack of visible progress with […]
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Investigation Requested Into State Capture-Style Privileged Access Granted to Tony Leon’s Resolve Communications
ActionSA requests President Cyril Ramaphosa to institute an urgent investigation into explosive allegations made by former DA Leader and “outgoing” Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, regarding Resolve Communications' alleged privileged access to DA Ministers and senior members of the Executive.
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Metrofile Launches docuForce and Helps Businesses Eliminate Document Chaos
Johannesburg, South Africa – Metrofile today announced the launch of docuForce, a comprehensive document management and workflow automation platform purpose-built for businesses that need to bring order, security and compliance to operational documents. Brad Dallas, Managing Director, Metrofile says: “As businesses continue to grapple with growing volumes of both physical and digital information, inefficient filing …