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The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) welcomes government’s decision to reduce the fuel levy by approximately R3 per litre for petrol and close to R4 per litre for diesel. This intervention is both necessary and appropriate in helping to mitigate what would have been a severe price shock on 1 April. But it came too …
World Sailing is set to deliver its first Para Inclusive Development Programme (IDP) in the Caribbean, with Antigua and Barbuda confirmed as the host for June 2026. The programme will be delivered in partnership with the National Sailing Academy and Sailability Antigua, with the support of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda. This marks a …
Statement by Dr Mark Burke MP – DA Spokesperson on Finance: The DA welcomes the R3.00 fuel levy decrease that the Finance Minister will shortly announce, following calls made by the DA last week for just such relief. The DA proposed a R3,17 reduction with a funded plan and the Minister came within close enough …
Statement by Jan de Villiers MP – DA National Spokesperson: The Democratic Alliance (DA) is set to initiate legal action against an online publication called “The Cape Independent,” which recently published an article littered with defamatory claims directed at various members of the party. The article fabricates an elaborate conspiracy theory against the DA in …
Monday, 30 March 2026. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) takes this opportunity to reaffirm the importance and role of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) in determining and legitimising Kings, Queens, traditional leaders and royal authorities in South Africa. This follows ongoing debate and uproar regarding the alleged and self-proclaimed coronation of […]
Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) inventory optimisation is not just a technical concern, it is a strategic priority for industries that depend on operational reliability and efficiency. Striking the right balance between availability and cost containment is central to reducing downtime, waste, and inefficiencies. At the heart of this process lies one critical enabler: data. …
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) welcomes the concession by the Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana, to reduce the fuel levy by R3 for one month. It offers hard-pressed motorists some relief, but the lost tax revenue will eventually have to be recovered. The Freedom Front Plus recently asked the Minister, in the form […]
The post Afslag op brandstofheffing: Welkome verligting, maar slegs uitgestelde pyn appeared first on Freedom Front Plus.
Proudly South African member, Coleus Packaging, showcased their new, state-of-the-art plant equipment and machinery at their Alrode factory in the east of Johannesburg, which was secured with a R200 million capital investment, which entrenches the company’s position as the leading crown manufacturer in the world and provides the company with additional capacity to export to …
Mpumalanga’s second proposed adjustment budget for the 2025/26 financial year leaves a question mark hanging over the ANC government’s financial discipline and planning. Being a money bill, these budget adjustments must comply with Sections 119 and 120 of the Constitution. Every adjustment must be clearly motivated and linked to concrete, measurable outcomes. The provincial government […]
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Everest has announced the establishment of a R20 billion Domestic Medium-Term Note (DMTN) Programme listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange (CTSE), positioning the firm as an emerging participant in South Africa’s expanding private and structured credit investment market. The programme launches at a time when South Africa maintains one of the most developed debt …
Speech by Roxaan Vorster, GOOD George Municipality Councillor. Note to Editor: This item was delivered during the George Municipality Council Meeting
The post ELECTRICITY IS A RIGHT, NOT A PROFIT appeared first on For Good.
Witnesses allege Rapitse Montsho attempted to intimidate them in breach of his bail conditions
Tuesday, 31 March 2026. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes the impending fuel price catastrophe for South Africans that will push the cost of living to unbearable levels and expose, once again, a government that has abandoned its responsibility to protect its people. South Africa is facing record-breaking increases, with petrol expected to rise by […]
The Dipaleseng Local Municipality’s draft budget for the 2026/27 financial year makes no meaningful provision for infrastructure upgrades and does not address the urgent needs of residents at all. The draft budget provides for operating expenditure of approximately R439,4 million, but only R16,7 million for capital projects. This means there is practically no funding for […]
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The Executive Mayor of the Stellenbosch Local Municipality, Jeremy Fasser, should fully account for why he and the Mayoral Committee granted more than twelve in-principle approvals for the leasing of municipal properties over a period of four years without following competitive tender or proper public participation processes. National Treasury (NT) had warned the Municipality in […]
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Speech by Siyabulela Mamkeli, GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor. Note to Editor: This speech was given today at the City of Cape Town Council Meeting
The post CITY OF CAPE TOWN ACCUSED OF “PROCEDURAL CHAOS” FOR HIDING PUBLIC TREASURY REPORTS IN CONFIDENTIAL SESSIONS appeared first on For Good.
Mining Review Africa has released Issue 2 of its digimag, focusing on the role of mining in the green energy transition and the growing importance of sustainable mining practices across the continent.
As demand for minerals increases to support the global energy transition, the mining industry is under increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions while contributing to socio economic development in host countries. This issue explores the companies, technologies and initiatives working to build a more sustainable mining future, while also highlighting key project developments across West Africa and the ongoing challenge of powering mines across the continent.
The latest issue includes a range of features and industry insights, including a cover story on Sulzer and its work in managing operational risk across complex mining sites. The issue also puts the spotlight on the Africa Gold Council and its role in supporting the development of the continent's gold sector.
Project development remains a key theme, with a feature on the Assafou project and its role as a principal driver of organic growth for Endeavour Mining. Energy infrastructure is also in focus in the “Powering the Pit” feature, which examines why transmission remains one of Africa's biggest mining bottlenecks.
In South Africa, the issue highlights the work of the Council for Geoscience in advancing critical minerals exploration, while SLR Consulting discusses how responsible mining initiatives are helping to empower artisanal and small scale miners across Africa.
Readers can download the free digimag here: https://apo-opa.co/3NRckVm
To stay up to date with the latest mining news, projects and industry insights, readers are also encouraged to join the Mining Review Africa community and sign up for news and views: https://www.MiningReview.com/
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Speech by Jonathan Cupido, GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor. Note to Editor: This speech was delivered today at the City of Cape Town Council Meeting
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The high school years are when everything starts to count. Subject choices made in Grade 10 shape university applications. Marks from Grade 11 and 12 determine whether a learner qualifies for their chosen field. The stakes are real, and the pressure is constant. For a growing number of South African families, the traditional classroom is …
Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking’s Corporate Finance Advisory team is proud to confirm the successful completion of the of R2.1 billion sale of South African non-alcoholic beverages manufacturer, Twizza Proprietary Limited (“Twizza”) to The Beverage Company Proprietary Limited (“Bevco”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of India-based Varun Beverages Limited (“Varun”) for an amount of R2.1 billion. …
As AI adoption accelerates, data volumes continue to increase exponentially. An ITWeb webinar, held on 26 March, gave Open Access Data Centres’ CEO, Dr Ayotunde Coker, an opportunity to break down how Africa’s fastest growing hyperscale data centre operator is reinforcing its ‘core-to-edge’ proposition and is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for digital …
With demand for critical minerals set to triple by 2030 and Africa holding 30% of global reserves, African countries are accelerating plans to align policies, share infrastructure and form regional consortia to address sector challenges and unlock the continent's $8.6 trillion in untapped mineral resources. To highlight policy initiatives and regional collaboration measures underway, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2026 – scheduled for October 14–16 in Cape Town – will host a Ministerial Forum titled ‘Regional Policy Alignment: Mining Code Reforms to Unlock Value'.
The forum will convene African mining ministers to explore how intergovernmental policy coordination can enable cross-border trade in minerals and advance the continent's local beneficiation agenda.
Reforms Driving Regional Integration
With intra-African trade accounting for only 16% of the continent's total, several African nations are rolling out policies to strengthen regional market integration. Namibia is finalizing a new Mining Code designed to position the country as a regional hub, connecting southern African markets with global buyers of high-value minerals.
In February 2026, AMW organizers reported remarks from Nangula Frienda Ithete, Namibia's High Commissioner to South Africa, highlighting the country's strategic approach.
"We are fully aligned with AfCFTA [African Continental Free Trade Area] and global market trends. Namibia is ready to serve as a gateway between SADC and international markets for critical minerals," Ithete said, underscoring Namibia's focus on regional integration and local value addition.
Similarly, Ghana – Africa's largest gold producer – is leveraging the AfCFTA to strengthen trade and investment flows. In early 2026, Ghana partnered with South Africa's Rand Refinery to enhance local gold processing, advancing artisanal mining empowerment, local beneficiation and regional collaboration.
In February 2026, Ghana's Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, emphasized: “Africa's integration is not only a political move but a strategic economic vision. Natural resources require harmonized policies. Isolated legal frameworks disrupt continental coordination and limit growth potential.”
Meanwhile, Nigeria, which has 44 identified minerals and is reopening over 2,000 mines to unlock its mining sector potential, is also advancing regional integration through frameworks such as the African Mining Vision and the Africa Mineral Strategy Group, according to Henry Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development.
“Finance institutions should not invest narrowly; capital should flow across the region. We need corridors linking multiple countries, from Lagos to Maputo, to enable cross-border factories, jobs, and value creation,” stated Alake in Cape Town last month.
The country's focus on regional partnership stretches back to 2025 when Nigeria signed a strategic partnership agreement with South Africa to strengthen its underdeveloped solid minerals sector using South African expertise. Similarly, South Sudan is collaborating with South Africa to accelerate national geomapping and mineral exploration, as the country seeks to diversify its economy from petroleum.
AMW 2026: A Platform for Regional Cooperation
These examples underscore a growing focus among African markets to deepen regional cooperation, enhance trade and optimize mineral sector growth. The Ministerial Forum will provide a platform for African mining ministers to provide an update on these and many more regional cooperation initiatives while showcasing investment prospects for global investors across the continent's mining value chain.
AMW serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2026 conference from October 12-16 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com.
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Pretoria Jaguar engineers revisited greatness before beginning work on the brand’s reimagined future. To appreciate the dynamic essence of what makes a true Jaguar, they started the development journey by driving iconic models from its past. Only then could they implement this feeling in the reimagined luxury four-door GT. The new Jaguar embodies two characters …
Georgia Voll advanced eight slots to unseat fellow Australian Beth Mooney from the number one ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings position after scoring a maiden T20I century in the third and final match against the West Indies to set up her side’s 3-0 series sweep. Voll’s innings pushed her over the 800-ratings points barrier to …