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Tuesday, 03 February 2026: Eskom today awarded 200 bursaries for the 2026 financial year, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers, scientists, and innovators who will drive South Africa’s growth and energy future. For more than 50 years, Eskom has consistently invested in education and skills development through its bursary programme, awarding …

Vehicles with inferior safety protection features compared to those in all other major global markets are being permitted to be sold into the South African market because of the compulsory safety standards set by the country’s regulators. This is the implication of the responses from both Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) and Hyundai South Africa …

Off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging company Zero Carbon Charge is on schedule to complete its second and third service stations in South Africa by June 2026. The expected time to launch from the start of construction of these stations is a substantial improvement over the timeline for bringing its first station online. The company launched …

The leader of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance plans to step down from the position when it holds internal elections in two months, after facing criticism over his leadership of the country’s second-biggest political party. John Steenhuisen, who has led the DA since 2019, won’t stand for another term at the party’s elective conference in April, …

3 February 2026By Staff Writer Dam levels according to the 3 February update: Gauteng Total – 101.8%Mpumalanga Total – 100.5%Limpopo Total – 99.3%North West Total – 98.2%Free State Total – 97.2%Northern Cape Total – 94.4%KwaZulu-Natal Total – 90.5%Eastern Cape Total – 72.6%Western Cape Total – 52.7% Lesotho Total – 98.8%Eswatini Total – 100.3% Visit myDorpie.com …

South Africa has found unlikely momentum on the snow. The country has not sent anyone to the Winter Olympics since the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games. This year, the country is sending five athletes, their biggest delegation in South African snow sports history. Nicole Burger broke ground in Skeleton as the first South African to …

The South African motorsport community is deeply saddened by the passing of former South African Race Driving Champion, Bernard Tilanus, who passed away on February 2nd in Maumee, Ohio, following a courageous battle with cancer. A Legacy on the Track Bernard was a cornerstone of South African single-seater racing. His ascent began in earnest in …

One of South Africa’s largest insurance companies — Santam — says that claims for lightning damage on solar power systems have increased exponentially in recent months compared to previous years. According to the latest estimates from the National Transmission Company of South Africa, roughly 7,500MW of behind-the-meter solar power was installed in the country by …

Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas  ·3 Feb 2026 While South Africa’s economy shows signs of recovery, marked by four straight quarters of growth, lower unemployment rates, and a decrease in poverty and inequality, President Cyril Ramaphosa warns that economic reform cannot be sustained without increased investment. In his weekly newsletter to the country, the President noted that the …

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A deepening crisis over the management of South Africa’s worst Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak in history has escalated into a legal showdown between Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen and a coalition of… Language Diversity: South Africa’s media operates in 11 official languages, reflecting the country’s rich linguistic diversity. Read More at the Source

Profmed CEO, Craig Comrie, examines the cost pressures, policy uncertainty and practical reforms needed to build a healthcare system that works for all South Africans. South Africa has entered 2026 facing a familiar but intensifying healthcare paradox. It is another election year, with local government elections due to take place from November and healthcare will …

The Department of Health will today kick off its 2026 Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination drive. The drive is aimed at vaccinating girls aged 9 years and older to protect them from developing cervical cancer later in life. “South Africa continues to record a high number of cases of cervical cancer and related deaths annually, …

International tourist arrivals reach new heights Dear Fellow South African,  Our country’s reputation as a premier global tourism destination has been buoyed by a major milestone.  Between January and December 2025 approximately 10.5 million tourists visited South Africa, which is the highest number of international arrivals on record. This surpasses the number of visitors we …

Malcolm Libera  ·2 Feb 2026 South Africa is heading for a potential tax shock as its already narrow tax base is concentrated among older individuals and a small group of high-earning taxpayers. This, while millions of younger citizens remain unemployed or earn too little to make a meaningful contribution to the fiscus. New data from …

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Malcolm Libera  ·2 Feb 2026 Shoprite has opened hundreds of new stores across South Africa in the last 12 months, with over 50 being the group’s relatively new standalone branded stores—some of which were launched as early as 2023. On Monday, 2 February, Shoprite released an operational update for the six months ended 28 December …

Section 11 of the South African Constitution is one of the shortest provisions in the Bill of Rights, yet arguably one of the most powerful. It states simply: “Everyone has the right to life.” There are no conditions, qualifications, or exclusions. Yet questions remain about what this right means in practice. Is it merely about …

What 25th Passion for SpeedWhere Zwartkops Raceway, PretoriaWhen Saturday 31 January 2026Community South Africa National Epic Passion for Speed ticks all the race fan boxes An enthusiastic crowd braved searing heat followed by late afternoon thundershowers to witness a splendid day of Zwartkops’ 25th Passion for Speed racing at the Pretoria circuit on Saturday. On …

State power utility Eskom has warned that people caught using cut-rate illegal electricity vouchers can face fines, disconnection, and even prosecution in South Africa. The power utility has been fighting an ongoing battle against ghost vendors, electricity thieves, and illegal connections across the country, which it says puts local networks at risk. “Buying or selling …

JOHANNESBURG – Controversy continues to surround former president Jacob Zuma. Zuma’s name has appeared in the latest release of child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s files. According to the files, Zuma met with Epstein on 5 March 2010 whilst on a state visit to the United Kingdom. A Russian model was reportedly invited to the meeting …

Since the announcement that Chery will be taking over Nissan’s factory in Pretoria, trade unions have been split regarding the decision. Nissan agreed to sell its Rosslyn plant, as well as all of its manufacturing assets, to the Chinese giant. “Subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions, including regulatory approvals, Chery SA will purchase the …

The South African motoring industry ended 2025 on a high note across both the new and pre-owned car markets, recording sales figures not seen since before the Covid-19 pandemic. While December saw a small drop in sales compared to November’s exceptional figures, the industry ended the year with a stronger annual performance and improved market …

South Africa’s media sector is experiencing an influx of money at a time when many people have been preparing the industry’s eulogy. On Monday, 2 February 2026, Rob Rose announced that Apex Publishing Enterprises has acquired Currency News and Miningmx. Apex Publishing Enterprises is the media arm of Apex Capital Partners, an investment firm led …