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President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the late Ambassador Mninwa Johannes Mahlangu, former Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces and a long-serving diplomat, will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 2 on Saturday, 6 September 2025. Ambassador Mahlangu passed away at the age of 72 on 24 August 2025, on his way …
China’s Innovation Ecosystem: A Model for Collaboration China’s economic rise is anchored in its investment in science, technology, and education. Over the past 75 years, its university system has grown significantly, prioritising practical learning and strategic partnerships with industry and government. Beijing Jiaotong University, my host institution, exemplifies this through its collaboration with the China …
Three University of Cape Town (UCT) alumna – who are sisters – are running some of South Africa’s most successful and influential companies. Tsakani has been the Auditor General of South Africa since 2020, Basani was the first Black Female CEO of a bank after taking over at African Bank, and Refilwe now holds a …
Jan Fourie, CEO at renewable energy firm Mulilo, says South Africa’s failure to expand its transmission grid capacity is already stalling renewable energy projects. Over the next 10 years, South Africa will need around R390 billion to connect many renewable energy projects in the pipeline. Without the investment, many of these projects may never be …
·29 Aug 2025 South Africa’s state-owned postal company halted some services to the US indefinitely, after President Donald Trump revoked duty-free access for international parcels. While all parcels or other items containing goods destined for the US will be suspended, documents, letters and exempted mail classes such as military mail will still be accepted, the …
MG has officially launched the new ZS Pro in South Africa. The ZS has been around since the Chinese carmaker launched in South Africa at the start of this year, serving as the entry point to the brand until the MG3 hatchback was introduced earlier this month. The Pro is actually the second-generation ZS; however, …
A critical issue for South African commuters has remained the accessibility and affordability of public transport. This concern has been exacerbated by recent budget cuts impacting essential services for people with disabilities. Statistics South Africa reports a national disability prevalence rate of 15.7%, encompassing visual, hearing and physical impairments, among others. The data also reveals …
Johannesburg may still be Africa’s wealthiest city, but Cape Town is fast catching up and could seize the crown by 2030. That’s the standout finding in the Africa Wealth Report 2025, published by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth. South Africa remains the continent’s heavyweight, with 41 100 (US dollar) millionaires – …
Staff Writer ·29 Aug 2025 Reports this week have sparked fears that South Africa is at risk of being cut off from the global Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) system. The concerns are rooted in reported comments made by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana at a closed meeting with South Africa’s banks this past …
Ford plans to cut more than 470 jobs at two plants in South Africa, just as imports of cars from India and China jump. The US carmaker has sent an official notice to labour groups announcing its intention to lay off workers at its Silverton assembly plant in Pretoria and the Struandale engine plant in …
The Minister of Employment and Labour, Ms. Nomakhosazana Meth, welcomes the judgement handed down on 28 August 2025, by the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, Pretoria, in the matter of NEASA & Sakeliga NPC against Minister of Employment and Labour & Others (Case No. 107022/2025).
The application had two parts. In part A of the application, the Applicants approached the court for an order, on an urgent basis pending the relief sought in Part B, interdicting and/or suspending the operation and implementation of the sectoral numerical targets published by the Minister in Government Notice No. 6124 in Government Gazette No.52514 on 15 April 2025 (“the Sectoral targets”); and the Regulations 9(1), 9(2), 9(5)(b), and 9(7) to 9(14) of the General Administrative Regulations published in Government Notice No. 6125 in Government Gazette No. 52515 on 15 April 2025 (“the Administrative Regulations”).
In Part B of the application, they sought an order - declaring sections 15A, 20(2A), 42(1)(aA), 53(6)(a) and 53(6)(b) of the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998 as amended (“the Employment Equity Act”) unconstitutional and invalid; declaring the sectoral targets unlawful, and reviewing and setting them aside; and Declaring Regulations 9(1), 9(2), 9(5)(b), and 9(7) to 9(14) of the Administrative Regulations unlawful, and reviewing and setting them aside.
The High Court judgement focused on Part A of the NEASA and Sakeliga NPC Application, which the Court dismissed.
The Court dismissed Part A of the urgent application brought by the National Employers' Association of South Africa (NEASA) and Sakeliga NPC, which sought to interdict and suspend the implementation of the sectoral numerical targets and specific provisions of the General Administrative Regulations published by the Minister on 15 April 2025.
This ruling confirms the legality and procedural integrity of the Employment Equity (EE) Regulations, which are designed to promote equitable representation across all sectors of the economy. The judgement is a significant affirmation of the Department's commitment to fostering inclusive and fair labour practices in South Africa.
In his ruling, Judge Graham Moshoana disagreed with the applicants that the alleged mayhem will be caused by the setting of numerical goals as opposed to the setting of numerical targets stating that; “numerical goals are set by the designated employers and not the Minister. The Minister has already done so and no untold mayhem is alleged to have taken place.”
The applicants have indicated their intention to proceed with Part B of their application, which challenges the constitutionality of certain provisions of the Employment Equity Act and seeks to have the sectoral targets and regulations declared unlawful. However, the ruling provides a strong legal foundation for the continued implementation of these transformative measures.
The Court also dismissed an application by the Solidarity trade union to be admitted as amicus curiae (friend of the court), following opposition from the respondents.
Minister of Employment and Labour, Hon. Nomakhosazana Meth, welcomed the judgement, stating, “This ruling is a victory for equity, justice, and the rule of law. It affirms that the Department has acted within its legal mandate to advance transformation in the workplace. We urge all employers to comply with the Employment Equity Regulations and to prepare for the submission of their 2025 EE reports. The time for meaningful change is now.”
Employers are reminded that the reporting period for the 2025 EE submissions opens on 1 September 2025 and closes on 15 January 2026. Compliance with the published regulations is not only a legal obligation but a moral imperative in building a more inclusive economy.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of South African Government.
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With just one month to go until African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies - Africa's largest energy event -, investors, policymakers and project developers are gearing up to discuss strategies for Positioning Africa as the Global Energy Champion. Taking place in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3, the event serves as a vital platform to sign deals and drive energy projects forward. Returning bigger and better than before, here is what delegates can look forward to at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025:
Multi-Track Program Agenda
This year's event features an expanded program taking place across multiple stages and covering the entire energy sector and its value chain. An Upstream E&P Track will tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities across Africa's upstream oil and gas space, delving into topics such as deepwater development, onshore exploration, the role of independent firms and balancing African priorities with global supply dynamics. A dedicated Energy Finance Track will explore emerging trends across Africa's investment environment, with topics covering strategic investment avenues, innovative financing models, reducing risk perception and more. A Powering Africa Track will address emerging opportunities across the continent's power and infrastructure sectors, while an Energy Transition Track will offer insight into the continent's energy transition strategy, from natural gas to carbon capture to storage, green hydrogen and renewable energy rollout.
High-Profile Speakers
Driving discussions across the event's agenda will be a series of high-profile speakers. From government to private sector to public institutions, finance, technology and policy, speakers will lead key conversations around the state of play of Africa's energy sector. Featured speakers include Chief Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of Nigeria; Abdelmadjid Tebboune, President of Algeria; Faustin-Archange Touadéra, President of Central Africa Republic; and Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of Zimbabwe. Petroleum and energy ministers from South Africa, Mauritania, Nigeria, Egypt, Senegal, Somalia, Namibia, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, the Republic of Congo, The Gambia, and many more have also joined, alongside c-suite executives from leading global energy companies.
Country Spotlights
As the premier platform for the continent's energy sector, AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 takes place under a mandate to drive investment across the continent – and as such, covers almost every African country and their investment prospects. Country Spotlight sessions will offer first-hand insight into regulatory reforms, emerging investment avenues, key trends and challenges across a variety of markets. These include South Africa, Senegal, Gabon, Uganda, Nigeria, Angola, Namibia, Republic of Congo, Mozambique, Equatorial Guinea, Egypt, Libya and Zimbabwe. Investors have the chance to gain access to some of the continent's most promising investment opportunities.
Roundtables & Investor Forums
One of the highlights of AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 is the event's series of industry-focused roundtables and investor forums. Taking place on the pre-conference day (September 2) and the three main conference days (September 3-4), these sessions will unpack Africa's emerging status as a global energy stronghold. Highlights include the Global Energy Leaders Roundtable, the OPEC-Africa Roundtable, the US-Africa Critical Minerals Roundtable, the Just Energy Transition Roundtable, the Local Content Roundtable, the Russia-Africa Roundtable, the COP 30 Roundtable and more. Targeted forums pave the way for dealmaking and partnerships, with sessions including the Deal Room, the African Farmout Forum, the NOC & IOC Forum, the US-Africa Investment Summit, the General Counsel Forum, among others.
Exclusive Networking Opportunities
AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 places strong emphasis on building meaningful business relationships, and as such, offers a variety of strategic networking functions and side events. These functions aim to foster collaboration across the energy sector by bringing together governments, global partners and African companies under one roof. Key functions include the AEW Gala Dinner & Awards, the JET Concert, the AWBEN Women in Energy Power Lunch, as well as a calendar of cocktail events, business breakfasts and tourist and technical excursions. By creating a culture of collaboration, AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 strives to promote partnerships while driving commercial deals forward.
“At a time when global energy dynamics are rapidly evolving, AEW: Invest in African Energies has emerged as strategic platform to advance Africa's priorities in the global energy arena. Uniting global investors, African governments, public institutions and finance and technology providers in Cape Town, the event is set to redefine the continent's energy landscape by driving deals, partnerships and projects,” stated NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
AEW: Invest in African Energies
AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.
August was a month of collaboration, coastal stewardship, and community action for the WESSA Coastal Programme. From national biodiversity planning forums to on-the-ground youth awareness campaigns, our work continues to link people and nature in meaningful ways. Shore to shore, our work is powered by The Ford Wildlife Foundation. Amplifying coastal conservation voices This month, …
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World Athletics President Sebastian Coe is confident that all female athletes at this year’s world championships in Tokyo will have undergone gene testing. Defending US Open champion Jannik Sinner effortlessly took out Australian Alexei Popyrin 6-3 6-2 6-2 to make the third round of the Grand Slam and send out an ominous warning to his …
Multiple CDC Officials Resign. Pet Food Recalled Across US Over Listeria: A pet food company this week recalled two lots of dog and cat foods due to contamination from two types of bacteria, according to Food and Drug Administration, Minneapolis Police Chief Holds News Conference. Air Force to Honor Request of Ashli Babbitt’s Family: The …
Meta Licenses Midjourney: Meta has struck a licensing deal with Midjourney, a leader in generative AI imagery, to embed its acclaimed aesthetic technology into future Meta models and products. The move enhances Meta’s ability to compete with rivals like OpenAI and Google by improving visual features across its platforms and potentially lowering content creation costs. …
Utility back Nadine Roos will start at fullback and Unam Tose at scrumhalf for the Springbok Women against Italy in York, while Chumisa Qawe and Eloise Webb will make their first appearances at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at the York Community Stadium on Sunday. Roos, who scored South Africa’s first try in their …
Cardiff Rugby is delighted to appoint Scott Waddington as the club’s new independent chair with immediate effect. The former chief executive of SA Brain joins joins the club at a crucial time for professional rugby in Wales and will ensure Cardiff has a strong and clear voice in ongoing discussions about the future structure of …
Dear Editor Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Project, which commenced in 2008, is a critical project to plug water supply shortages in Gauteng and surrounding areas. The Project was meant to be delivering water to residents six years ago, in 2019, at a total cost of R8bn. It is now delayed by a decade …
The City says it is looking for additional funding