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As the death toll rises to 67 from the recent floods in the Eastern Cape, Dr Mary-Jane Bopape., Managing Director of the South African Environmental Observation Network (NRF-SAEON), along with her research collaborators, just released a comprehensive analysis of weather-related disasters in South Africa from 1980 to 2023. The research, utilising data from respected sources such as …
12 June 2025 – Boitumelo Radiopane has admitted that South Africa needs to be more clinical in front of goals as they gear up to face Comoros in the COSAFA Cup semi-finals at the Free State Stadium on Friday evening. Despite topping Group A, Radiopane bemoaned the missed opportunities that could have made their path …
An acting judge’s misunderstanding of the law has, for two long years, delayed accountability for alleged State Capture. The high court judge’s pronouncements unfairly embarrassed the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and demoralised courageous prosecutors fighting to restore faith in South Africa’s justice system. Thankfully the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has now set aside the …
David Bedingham © Gallo Images South Africa insist they are confident of chasing down a tough target to win the World Test Championship at Lord’s even if the contest against Australia has been dominated by the bowlers. Batsman David Bedingham, who top scored with 45 for South Africa’s meagre first innings total of 138, said there …
Losing bidder Lekalinga has launched a court application to probe Minister Parks Tau’s decision to award the fourth lottery licence to Sizekhaya Holdings
South Africa Wine has announced that it has been awarded a major Industry Innovation Award. The award recognises the body’s transformative work in building accessible, digital-first learning and development pathways that benefit the entire wine value chain. According to the body, the achievement comes just two years after the formation of South Africa Wine as …
In 1994, the government changed, but the social structure remained the same. South Africa, the continent’s most industrialised country, is characterised by the juxtaposition of the ‘first world’ and ‘third world’ realities. 31 years into the democratic dispensation, the majority of the country – the natives – still suffer the effects of 47 years of …
12 June 2025 – Boitumelo Radiopane has admitted that South Africa needs to be more clinical in front of goals as they gear up to face Comoros in the COSAFA Cup semi-finals at the Free State Stadium on Friday evening. Despite topping Group A, Radiopane bemoaned the missed opportunities that could have made their path […]
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South Africa’s mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) boom is having a positive impact on the health of the mobile telecommunications market by increasing competition and giving consumers wider choice. This is the view of Johan Nel, senior management consultant at technology industry research and advisory firm BMIT, who said the positive effects of MVNO competition …
Volvo calls on young drivers to take the lead in road safety As Youth Day draws near, Volvo encourages young drivers to adopt safe driving practices to combat age-related accidents on our roads. A report from the Road Traffic Management Corporation revealed that 60% of road fatalities are within the 25–44-year-old age group, and …
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (EnergyChamber.org) – representing the voice of the African energy sector – has launched specialized Advisory Services to support the development of the African energy sector. Aligned with the organizations broader mandate to improve the landscape of the African energy sector and support a results-focused business environment for companies operating across the market, these services are tailored to the oil, gas and petrochemical sectors, supporting clients through the full project lifecycle.
Building on the AEC's extensive African and international footprint, the Advisory Services will support business transactions, foreign investments and Merger & Acquisitions (M&A) in Africa, and are geared towards alleviating energy poverty by unlocking greater value from the continent's resources. AEC capabilities in this regard include comprehensive project planning and execution support; investment-grade feasibility studies and financial modeling; and stakeholder alignment and communication strategies. The AEC also offers services related to the application of industry-leading practices to optimize returns and drive growth as well as advisory on regulatory compliance, market entry and risk mitigation. These services will not only enable clients to invest strategically across key markets in Africa, but maximize their returns on investment, boosting profitability and continental expansion.
Beyond Advisory Services, the AEC also offers specialized expertise in identifying and executing high-value investment opportunities across Africa's petroleum value chain. Leveraging its international footprint, expertise in strategic markets across Africa and strong public and private sector ties, the organization is committed to supporting mutually-beneficial investments in Africa. The AEC's key capabilities in this area include origination and advisory of upstream, midstream and downstream investments; pre-feasibility studies, contractor representation and project structuring; technical services, including engineering, maintenance and material sourcing; and strategic planning and operational guidance to maximize investment performance. These services not only provide international financiers and project developers with the tools they need to succeed in Africa but underscore the role the AEC plays as the partner of choice for energy stakeholders seeking growth opportunities across the continent.
These services come as Africa's energy industry is on the precipice of witnessing significant growth, as international operators expand their portfolios, regional players increase their investments and petroleum demand continues to grow across the continent. The AEC's State of African Energy 2025 Outlook Report shows that investment remains strong in 2025, with total capital expenditure estimated at $43 billion. By 2030, investment is expected to increase to $54 billion, highlighting the continent's attractiveness as an energy investment destination. In tandem, African M&A activity has shown robust growth, rising 73% in Q1, 2024 compared to 2023 levels. This was largely attributed to growing interest by Asian and Middle Eastern national oil companies (NOC) in Africa as well as regional expansion by African NOCs.
Looking ahead, M&A activity is expected to continue to grow as companies seek new opportunities in both established and frontier markets. In response, African countries are offering greater investment opportunities. In North Africa, these include upcoming bid rounds in Libya (22 blocks), Egypt (12 blocks) and Algeria (6 blocks). In East and Southern Africa, these include Angola (10 blocks) and Tanzania (24 blocks), while South Africa is expected to open offshore and onshore acreage. Mauritania is also preparing to launch a 15-block licensing round while Nigeria and Liberia have both launched bid rounds in 2024. As market opportunities continue to open up, countries are also reforming their regulatory and fiscal policies, seeking to entice investment through competitive terms. Given the complexity of oil and gas transactions, understanding these changes as well as the respective regulatory climates of African countries become imperative. The AEC – through its range of investment and advisory services – represents a strong partner for companies seeking to invest and sign deals in Africa.
“The AEC has set a strong mandate to make energy poverty history in Africa, and to do this, the organization has committed to working closely with African governments, international operators and financiers. Through a combination of sector expertise, technical proficiency and market insight, the AEC enables clients to capture value, manage risk and achieve sustainable growth in complex energy markets,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
In a year where trade has dominated the headlines since the U.S. started imposing higher tariffs against its trading partners, agricultural export activity is worth paying close attention to. Encouragingly, the start of the year has remained positive for the sector. In the first quarter of 2025, South Africa’s agricultural exports totalled US$ 3.36 billion, …
New developments since the Oval Office spectacle cast new light on the potential implications for South Africa’s critical minerals, space ambitions, and ongoing trade negotiations. Three weeks ago, behind closed doors at the White House, South African-born billionaire Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump found common ground in a much friendlier, extended lunch meeting …
On top of scheduled “load reduction” stolen cables left Meadowlands in the dark for days
Hashim Amla hopes South Africa’s appearance at the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 can reinvigorate a love of red-ball cricket in his homeland. Amla was a key cog in a vintage Proteas generation, starring as part of the class of 2012 who sealed their status as the best Test team in the world at …
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said on Thursday he planned to continue with the team rotation policy that delivered impressive results last season with 11 victories in 13 Test matches, as he looks to build squad depth and experience with an eye on this season and further ahead to the 2027 Rugby World Cup. The double …
JOHANNESBURG – South Africa has been named the official Guest Country of Honour at the 4th China–Africa Economic & Trade Expo, taking place from 12-15 June in Changsha, China. WATCH: Discussion | African excellence goes global This major event, held under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, brings together leaders from government, trade, media, and industry …
The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has confirmed its revised age banding for youth rugby (U17s – U18s) will stay following extensive consultation and review over the last 12-months. The consultation process which included representation from 195 rugby clubs across Wales and key stakeholders of the game including players, coaches, match officials, team managers and off-field …
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) offers heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who perished in the horrific Air India crash in Ahmedabad. Our thoughts are with all of those affected. Our hope is that the investigating authorities work to identify the cause, to continuously improve air safety. Regards Willie Aucamp MP …
When I meet Gavin Evans on a Friday morning, it’s to talk about his memoir Son of a Preacher Man, which he’s visiting South Africa to promote. But I’m more interested in hearing what it was like to report for the Mail & Guardian in the dying days of apartheid. Evans was one of the …
Staff Writer ·12 Jun 2025 The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is in the process of making significant changes to the country’s payment landscape and is proposing two new policies as an interim step. The prosals have broad definitions of payment activity, and any non-bank businesses with some sort of transfer facilities (like e-wallets, for …
The City of Johannesburg has launched Project Lokisa to crack down on the metro’s biggest defaulters as it takes an aggressive stance on debt recovery. Through the project, the City of Johannesburg will focus on disconnecting defaulting consumers, including large electricity and water consumers, and residential properties valued at over R5 million. “The City of …
Deputy director-general for Agricultural Production, Biosecurity and Natural Resources Management, Dipepeneneng Serage, has confirmed that government will proceed with its vaccination strategy against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Speaking during the recent AVI Africa conference, Serage highlighted his department’s commitment to ensuring that farming can continue safely and sustainably. “My job is to bring science …
Johannesburg, South Africa, 10 June 2025 – South Africa will participate as the Guest Country of Honour at the upcoming China – Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE), taking place from 12 to 15 June 2025 in Changsha, Hunan Province – China. As the flagship gathering under the Forum on China – Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), …