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Chase Haskins continues to underline his status as one of South Africa’s most exciting emerging talents, delivering a standout performance at Red Star Raceway during the opening rounds of the National ROK Cup Karting Championship. What makes the performance even more compelling is the context; Haskins is competing against drivers with years of experience, while …
Partnership with Certified AI Access and Reality Defender delivers real-time detection of AI-generated fraud across voice, video, image, and text for South African financial institutions. Certified AI Access, a South African AI trust and risk infrastructure company, and Reality Defender, the award-winning deepfake detection platform, today announced a partnership to deploy enterprise-grade deepfake detection technology …
Kenya’s music audience is more engaged than ever. By the end of 2025, Kenyan listeners had streamed over 200 million […]
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Tuberculosis (TB) continues to spread in South Africa at alarming rates, possibly because some people may have the disease without TB symptoms and may unknowingly be passing on the bug, writes Elri Voigt for Spotlight. The tenacious bug has survived and thrived for millennia, even though the disease, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, can be …
South Africa’s ongoing concerns about fuel shortages may come to pass because of a scandal that rocked the nation a decade ago. Back in 2016, the “SFF Oilgate” scandal dealt a severe blow to South Africa’s strategic petroleum reserves, which the country has still not recovered from. This, combined with South Africa’s diminishing local capacity …
Elderly residents of Lehae in Johannesburg battle to fetch water
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The Coca-Cola system (https://CCBAGroup.com/) in Tanzania is investing USD 1.94 million to help restore the Ruvu Basin, a vital water source serving Dar es Salaam, the country's commercial capital of approximately 9 million (https://apo-opa.co/40TfNFO) people, and a lifeline for communities, farms, and businesses across eastern Tanzania.
The initiative focuses on improving water replenishment through nature-based solutions, restoring catchment areas, and supporting more sustainable water management in the Ngerengere catchment of the Ruvu sub-basin. It also aims to strengthen capacity for watershed management, help restore degraded catchment areas and promote water stewardship.
Led by the Global Water Challenge (GWC) and implemented by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in partnership with the Wami-Ruvu Basin Water Board (WRBWB), the project aims to deliver on-the-ground impact, including tree planting and the uptake of more climate resilient livelihood practices, benefiting at least 2,000 farmers.
This work forms part of the Coca-Cola system's Africa Water Stewardship Initiative, launched in 2024. The initiative represents a nearly USD 25 million investment to help address critical water-related challenges in local communities in 20 African countries by 2030.
“The world is experiencing increased water insecurity, which is evident through water scarcity, with demands for safe, usable water exceeding supply in certain areas and scarcity challenges forecast to increase in the future. The Coca-Cola system intends to continue focusing on promoting water stewardship, increasing water use efficiency, and treating and returning safe water to communities,” said Alfred Olajide, Vice President, Franchise Operations, East and Central Africa at Coca-Cola.
David Chait, Managing Director of Coca-Cola Kwanza added: “As part of the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa group, we have a responsibility to assist those who face water scarcity and to help protect local water resources where we operate, especially in places with the biggest challenges. The Coca-Cola system's Africa Water Stewardship Initiative aims to help protect and enhance the health of important watersheds and to improve access to water and sanitation services in local communities.”
Charles Oluchina, Country Representative, IUCN Tanzania, said: “We are proud to be the implementing partner, alongside WRBWB, for this project. This initiative is aimed at helping to protect and restore the Ruvu sub-basin focusing on Ngerengere catchment through nature-based solutions and improving water security and livelihoods for communities.”
“Recognising that partnerships are critical to support this work, Coca-Cola and its authorised bottlers are collaborating with governments, businesses, and civil society organisations to design and implement strategic interventions for a better shared future,” concluded Olajide.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa.
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CCBA is the eighth largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With over 13,000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 840,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte.
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About The Coca-Cola Company:
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories. Our company's purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. We sell multiple billion-dollar brands across several beverage categories worldwide. Our portfolio of sparkling soft drink brands includes Coca-Cola, Sprite and Fanta. Our water, sports, coffee and tea brands include Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Topo Chico, BODYARMOR, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Fuze Tea, Gold Peak and Ayataka. Our juice, value-added dairy and plant-based beverage brands include Minute Maid, Simply, innocent, Del Valle, fairlife and AdeS. We're constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. We seek to positively impact people's lives, communities and the planet through water replenishment, packaging recycling, sustainable sourcing practices and carbon emissions reductions across our value chain. Together with our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide.
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About International Union for Conservation of Nature:
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a global authority on the status of the natural world and the measures needed to safeguard it. Created in 1948, IUCN has evolved into the world's largest and most diverse environmental network. Our Members include expert and influential government, non-government and Indigenous Peoples' Organisations from over 160 countries, and our Commissions draw upon more than 17,000 experts worldwide. Through its work, IUCN helps societies conserve nature and ensure that natural resources are used sustainably and equitably. In Tanzania, IUCN is dedicated to preserving and restoring the natural environment by aligning our efforts with the country's national development strategies and environmental priorities. Our work is focused on addressing critical challenges such as rapid land use changes, biodiversity loss and the impacts of climate change, ensuring sustainable management of natural resources for current and future generations.
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About Global Water Challenge:
Global Water Challenge (GWC) is a sector leader in mobilizing clean water access, advancing water security and community empowerment in high need regions around the world. Since 2005, GWC has positively impacted more than 3 million people across Africa, the Americas and Asia with improved WASH delivery while providing critical tools, data and best practices to reach millions more. With our 100+ multi-sector partners, we engage for action – catalyzing financial resources and driving innovative programming for sustainable, local solutions.
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Backyarders marched to the mayor’s office on Tuesday
For the past six months, the nation has watched the Madlanga Commission picking apart the integrity of the suspended Police Minister and a swathe of the top police brass.
The post MASEMOLA SUMMONS: PURGING TOP SAPS BRASS IS THE ONLY PATH TO RESTORING PUBLIC CONFIDENCE appeared first on For Good.
During a question-and-answer session in the National Assembly (NA) this afternoon, the Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, unequivocally declared that the practice of withholding fuel is illegal. Even though the Minister stated that there is currently no fuel shortage in South Africa nor is one expected, numerous filling stations and wholesalers currently […]
The post Mantashe declares withholding fuel illegal and promises prosecution – Freedom Front Plus will monitor appeared first on Freedom Front Plus.
Port Alfred – Rip Curl and the Royal St Andrews Hotel will anchor the 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival surf programme with two key events at East Beach: the Rip Curl GromSearch presented by the Royal St Andrews Hotel, supported by Sea Harvest, and the Royal St Andrews Hotel Rip Curl Cup, a World …
The tremendous growth of the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) over the past months as thousands of new members joined gained further momentum today with the Referendum Party’s decision to dissolve and throw its weight behind the Freedom Front Plus. In the past, many other parties opted to dissolve and join hands with the Freedom […]
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Trinasolar (www.Trinasolar.com), a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, today announced its participation in Solar & Storage Live Africa at Booth H5-D34, presenting its integrated smart energy solutions designed to support the reliable deployment of solar and storage projects across Africa's rapidly evolving energy landscape.
At the event, Trinasolar is showcasing a range of advanced technologies supporting the next phase of solar deployment, including the Vertex N 750W module, Elementa 3 energy storage system, TrinaTracker Vanguard 1P tracking system, and Trinabot automation technologies. Together, these solutions help developers, EPCs, and energy providers optimize project performance, improve system reliability, and deliver cost-effective renewable energy across utility-scale, commercial and industrial (C&I), and hybrid solar-plus-storage projects.
Trinasolar's participation in the event comes at a time when the company continues to strengthen its leadership position in South Africa's solar market, where it currently holds the #1 market share position. One of the milestones reflecting this momentum is the successful delivery of the 510MW Khauta Solar Project, one of the largest solar installations in South Africa. Located in Welkom in the Free State Province, the project was delivered in collaboration with WBHO, one of the country's largest construction and EPC companies.
The project consists of two contracts completed simultaneously — Khauta South (352.5MW) and Khauta West (157.8MW) — reflecting the scale and pace of solar deployment in the country's rapidly evolving energy landscape. Trinasolar supplied high-performance solar modules for the project and provided extensive commercial, technical, logistics and aftersales support throughout the implementation phase.
In addition to the Khauta milestone, Trinasolar continues to expand its collaboration with leading developers in South Africa, including a strategic partnership with Mulilo, one of the country's prominent renewable energy companies. As part of this collaboration, Trinasolar has signed a contract for the 220MW Orkney Solar Project, further strengthening its presence in the utility-scale solar segment and supporting the continued growth of large-scale renewable energy projects in the country.
Beyond these milestones, Trinasolar continues to expand its presence in South Africa through a growing portfolio of utility-scale solar projects and strategic partnerships with leading developers. The company's current and upcoming projects represent a pipeline exceeding 2 GW of solar capacity, underscoring Trinasolar's role in meeting the country's growing demand for renewable energy and strengthening South Africa's evolving energy mix.
"South Africa is entering a defining phase of solar growth, driven by rising electricity demand, expanding energy wheeling frameworks, and the rapid scale-up of commercial and industrial projects. Trinasolar is proud to be at the centre of this transition — bringing together high-performance solar technologies, advanced storage solutions, and a proven track record of large-scale project delivery to help our customers build a more resilient and cost-competitive energy future." said Zaheer Khan, Regional Director – South Africa at Trinasolar MEA.
In addition to its technology contributions, Trinasolar has also supported its project partners and surrounding communities through a range of initiatives. These include Wellness Day contributions, as well as community outreach efforts such as the sponsorship of soccer and netball uniforms for local programs. These initiatives reflect Trinasolar's commitment to responsible project development and its role in creating a positive impact beyond energy delivery.
As Africa's energy transition accelerates, Trinasolar remains committed to being a long-term partner of choice for developers, EPCs, and energy providers across the continent, delivering the technology, expertise, and project execution capability needed to drive the next wave of renewable energy growth."
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About Trinasolar (688599. SH):
Founded in 1997, Trinasolar Co Ltd (stock symbol: Trinasolar; stock code: 688599) is engaged mainly in PV products, PV systems and smart energy. PV products include R&D, production and sales of PV modules. PV systems consist of power stations and system products. Smart energy comprises mainly PV power generation and operations and maintenance, smart solutions for energy storage, smart microgrid, and development and sales of multi-energy systems. We are committed to leading the way in smart PV and energy storage solutions and facilitating the transformation of new power systems for a net-zero future.
On June 10, 2020, Trinasolar was listed on the Science and Technology Innovation Board (STAR Market) of the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE). It was the first PV and energy storage company to go public on the STAR Market providing PV products and systems, as well as smart energy. For more information, please visit www.Trinasolar.com.
The rollout of an EdTech pilot programme is often measured by visible signals. Thousands of tablets deployed. Active user dashboards […]
The post Beyond the Login: Re-engineering African EdTech for Real Impact appeared first on Impact Newswire.
SFD signs USD 75 million loan agreement to support road rehabilitation under Cameroon’s National Development Strategy 2030 Project will enhance regional connectivity and trade, linking Cameroon with Nigeria and Chad while improving access to essential services Agreement reinforces SFD’s long-standing development partnership in Africa, where it has financed 458 projects across 47 countries The Saudi …
25 March 2026 – Sasol Banyana Banyana have secured two friendly matches against Algeria to be played in Durban, KwaZulu Natal, next month. The games against the North Africans will take place on Tuesday 14 and Friday 17 April at a venue yet to be announced and they come hot on the heels of confirming
The post Banyana to face Algeria in two friendly matches at home next month appeared first on South African Football Association.
Debate on a shortlist of three candidates was suspended, then postponed, after MK and EFF MPs repeatedly raised points of order
Paid Today, Broke by the Weekend: The Salary Cycle Keeping South Africans Stuck Why salaries vanish within days, how debt fills the gap, and expert advice from Sebastien Alexanderson on breaking South Africa’s payday cycle. 25 March 2026: More than 60% of South Africans run out of money before month-end, many within the first week. …
Johannesburg: As businesses grow in South Africa’s increasingly digital economy, technology becomes more complex and more critical to daily operations. Companies rely on cloud platforms, communication systems, cybersecurity tools, and business software to keep operations running smoothly. However, many organizations reach a point where basic IT support is no longer enough. They need strategic technology leadership, …
The Mayor’s latest public narrative on the N2 wall, housing delivery and infrastructure spending is not an honest reflection of the City’s performance.
The post MAYOR’S N2 WALL NARRATIVE IS BUILT ON GASLIGHTING, NOT TRUTH appeared first on For Good.
What Rotax Max Challenge Nationals PreviewWhere Zwartkops International Kart Raceway, PretoriaWhen Saturday 28 March 2026Community South Africa National Rotax karting chase kicks off in the Cape on Saturday The 2026 Rotax Max Challenge South African karting championships will start with a significant north versus south grudge match at the Killarney Kart Track in Cape Town …
To significantly expand access to affordable, quality primary healthcare in underserved communities, the Cipla Foundation’s Sha’p Left initiative has partnered with the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF). The partnership aims to aggressively scale the cost-effective nurse-driven surgeries in local communities, across the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. HEALTHCARE CLOSER TO HOME This collaboration will help to …
Wednesday, 25 March 2026. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes the arrest of 12 senior members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in connection with the corrupt awarding of a R360 million Medicare 24 tender. The officers, many of whom reportedly sat on the bid adjudication committee, stand accused of corruption, fraud, and violations […]