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Government moves to formal implementation phase of nuclear energy programme with the country preparing to add 5,200 MW of nuclear capacity by 2039, and a further 4,800 MW thereafter. Small modular reactors positioned as future solution for data centres and energy security. Read more South Africa’s long debated nuclear energy programme is moving decisively toward implementation, …
Once the site of the 1956 Treason Trial and later a prosthetic limb factory, the building has been brought to life with art installations and greenery
UK markets under pressure as political risk builds The FTSE 100 fell around 0.4% as United Kingdom (UK) assets came under renewed pressure. Sterling weakened 0.3% towards $1.36, making it the worst-performing G10 currency on the day. Political uncertainty and a cautious global backdrop weighed on sentiment ahead of the Bank of England (BoE) decision. Gilt yields …
South African prepaid electricity users can no longer get key change tokens to update their meters if they have not upgraded from the first version of the key revision number (KRN 1). The prepaid electricity system underwent a significant change towards the end of 2024, when the token identifier (TID) system ran out of range …
·5 Feb 2026 The African Export-Import Bank agreed to lend South Africa an initial $11 billion (R177 billion) to ease funding pressures and support infrastructure projects—with $3 billion (R50 billion) going to black-owned businesses. As much as $8 billion (R129 billion) of the amount will be directed to priority areas, including energy, minerals processing and …
From the desk of John Steenhuisen, Leader of the Democratic Alliance My Fellow South Africans As we begin 2026, a year of campaigning towards local government elections, our focus is clear: getting South Africa working by creating jobs, delivering services, and fighting against crime and corruption. Across South Africa, citizens are demanding competent leadership where …
This year, SuperSport will not have any coverage of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, which are taking place from 6 to 22 February 2026. A spokesperson for MultiChoice, now owned by French media giant Groupe Canal+, told MyBroadband that there wouldn’t be live coverage or highlights on Catch Up. There is currently no official media …
Media Statement by NSFAS on the stability of the system leading into teaching and learning for the 2026 academic year Good morning, Programme Director, Mr Ishmael MnisiBoard Members,NSFAS Executives and staff, Members of the media, and all stakeholders present here today,Fellow South Africans Introduction The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) continues to play a pivotal role …
Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge was found not guilty of gross misconduct but he was not exonerated
China will allow duty-free imports of some South African products under a deal being finalised as Pretoria seeks to diversify its markets, the trade ministry said Thursday. China is South Africa’s biggest trade partner by country, followed by the United States, which in August last year imposed 30 percent tariffs on some South African products. …
Overall reform score has risen by almost 24 percent since 2024, signalling sustained progress. Electricity sector records a setback following changes to Eskom unbundling strategy. Strong gains continue across freight logistics, visas, financial services and criminal justice reforms. South Africa reform efforts remain broadly on track, although recent developments in the electricity sector have raised …
Thursday, February 5, 2026 Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has undertaken a working visit to China. The trip ,which started today and ends on Saturday, comes at a time when South Africa is pursuing an objective of market diversification and export growth. The purpose of the trip is to sign the China-Africa Economic …
South Africa’s development finance institution has invested $20 million in a domestic rare earths project, which aims to help the European Union reduce its dependence on China for critical minerals. Read: Rare earth minerals and the AI boom The state-owned Industrial Development Corp is backing Frontier Rare Earths’s Zandkopsdrift project in the Northern Cape province, …
Parents say they were not consulted before 75 learners were transferred from Elshaddai Learning Academy to Lee Rand High School
Lighting affects how a space feels and how it works. Homes, offices, and shared buildings all rely on the right light to stay comfortable and usable. Poor lighting leads to eye strain, uneven brightness, and wasted energy. Good lighting supports daily tasks without drawing attention to itself. Many spaces use a mix of lighting types …
Home comfort depends on many small details working together. Lighting and airflow play a large part in how a space feels during the day and at night. When these elements are planned properly, rooms feel easier to use and more pleasant to spend time in. Poor planning leads to dark corners, glare, or rooms that …
Thursday, 05 February 2026 The EFF notes with serious concerns the continuation of the Food and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak, considered to be one of the most problematic animal diseases because it is a contagious and very harmful to cloven hooved or even-toed ungulate livestock of both domestic and wild animal breed. The […]
Portable lighting plays a quiet role in how spaces feel and function. Fixed ceiling lights give general brightness, though smaller light sources add control and comfort. Portable options allow light to sit exactly where it is needed. This suits homes, workspaces, and shared areas where flexibility matters. Portable lighting works without installation changes. Lamps move …
Outdoor lighting plays a practical role around homes, workplaces, and shared properties. It helps people move safely after dark, supports basic security, and makes outdoor areas easier to use in the evening. Poor lighting leaves dark patches that create risk and discomfort. Well-planned lighting improves visibility without being harsh or distracting. Outdoor lighting works best …
Dust is a daily issue on many work sites. It appears during loading, crushing, drilling, demolition, and transport. When left unmanaged, dust affects visibility, worker comfort, equipment performance, and nearby areas. Good planning helps reduce these problems and keeps sites safer and easier to run. Dust control is not about removing dust completely. It is …
The Prime Minister of Lesotho, Samuel Matekane, the President of Namibia, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, and the former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Jakaya Kikwete, who also serves as Chairman of the Global Advisory Board of the African Leadership Organisation, are among a distinguished group of African and global leaders set to headline the African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year (POTY) Ceremony (https://www.AfricanLeadershipMagazine.co.uk), scheduled for 27–28 February 2026 at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra, Ghana, themed “Leadership for a New Africa: Forging Our Peace, Owning Our Narrative.”
Prime Minister Matekane will deliver the keynote address, drawing on his reform-driven leadership and focus on restoring institutional trust, strengthening social stability, and advancing economic resilience—closely aligned with the summit's emphasis on peace, accountable governance, and African-owned development pathways.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah brings to the Accra convening decades of experience in public service and diplomacy, reinforcing the summit's focus on inclusive governance, peacebuilding, and narrative ownership through African-led leadership grounded in continuity, cohesion, and sovereign decision-making.
Former President Kikwete's participation brings deep continental and institutional perspective to the convening, reflecting his enduring contribution to democratic consolidation, regional diplomacy, peacebuilding, and leadership development across Africa. In his capacity as Chairman of the Global Advisory Board of the African Leadership Organisation, he provides strategic guidance to the platform's mission of advancing African-led leadership, governance excellence, and narrative ownership on the global stage.
Also confirmed to headline the convening is Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana. A seasoned parliamentarian and respected institutional reformer, Speaker Bagbin's participation underscores the critical role of strong legislatures in safeguarding democratic governance, promoting constitutionalism, and advancing peaceful political transitions across Africa, while reinforcing Ghana's standing as a continental reference point for democratic stability and dialogue-driven governance.
The African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year (POTY) Ceremony is Africa's premier annual celebration of visionary leadership and institutional excellence, convened by African Leadership Magazine (ALM). Now in its 15th year, the platform brings together Heads of State, senior policymakers, business leaders, and development partners to recognise individuals and institutions whose leadership has delivered tangible impact across governance, economic transformation, peacebuilding, and sustainable development across the continent. The 2026 edition is expected to attract a global audience of over one million viewers through live streaming and international media partnerships and will feature high-level plenary sessions, leadership dialogues, investment showcases, and multi-sector networking engagements focused on Africa's peace, economic cooperation, institutional renewal, and long-term development agenda.
Other confirmed headline leaders include Austelino Tavares Correia, President of the National Assembly of Cabo Verde; Girma Amente, Minister of Agriculture of Ethiopia; Sheku Fantamadi Bangura, Minister of Finance of Sierra Leone; and Jean Kaseya, Director-General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC).
The convening will also feature senior leaders from across business, finance, regulation, education, infrastructure, and strategic industries, including Khulekani Mathe, Chief Executive Officer, Business Unity South Africa; Kelly Oluoch, Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Medical Training College; Dinesh Shukla, President, American International University West Africa (AIU), The Gambia; Harry Anagnostaras-Adams, Executive Chairman, KEFI Gold and Copper Plc; David Mathu, Chief Executive Officer, National Housing Corporation, Kenya; and Bruno Linyiru, Director General, Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), Kenya.
Also confirmed are Philip Oti-Mensah, Chief Executive Officer, UMB Bank Plc, Ghana; Tshiamo Maluleka-Disemelo, Chief Executive Officer, Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA); Mary Okwakol, Executive Director, National Council of Higher Education, Uganda; Charles Anosike, Director General and Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet); Barnabas Nawangwe, Vice Chancellor, Makerere University; and Paule Avomo Assoumou Koki, Director General, Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA).
Further confirmed participants include Abubakar Shuaibu Jimeta, Managing Director, Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), Nigeria; Alexandre Carreira, Chief Executive Officer, Nova Sociedade de Seguros de Angola (NOSSA Seguros); Mariama Moussa Boussi, Chief Executive Officer, Banque Agricole du Niger (BAGRI); and Mohamed Abdellahi Ould Yaha, President and Founder, Maurilog Group, Mauritania, alongside other senior leaders from the public and private sectors.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Leadership Magazine.
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About African Leadership Magazine:
African Leadership Magazine, published by the African Leadership Organisation (UK), focuses on presenting the best of Africa to a global audience—telling the African story from an African perspective while developing solutions to the continent's most pressing challenges. For over 19 years, the organisation has promoted impactful leadership and African opportunities globally through an ecosystem of Afro-positive content, trade facilitation and market-entry solutions, Afro-centric communities, and high-level business networking platforms.
Custom apparel plays a clear role in sports, community events, schools, and casual group activities across Canada. People use printed clothing to show team identity, support causes, and create a sense of belonging. When clothing is well made and fits properly, it becomes something people want to wear again, not just once. Printed apparel needs …
Security guards were held at ransom. The clinic has been closed all week.
Material processing plays a central role on construction, demolition, and mining sites. Rock, concrete, and mixed rubble need to be reduced and sorted before reuse or removal. Crushing and screening equipment allows this work to happen close to the source material, which saves time and reduces transport movement. Hiring equipment rather than owning it suits …