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In just over 4 months, the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure awarded over 1190 project contracts. Nearly 734 of these contracts were awarded to companies of previously disadvantaged backgrounds. Through its Western Cape Infrastructure Framework 2050, the department is geared towards creating infrastructure-led growth and investment for the province that will benefit all communities. The …
Kane Richardson, Colin de Grandhomme, Robin Uthappa, Angelo Mathews among the players on the list Friday, 15 September 2023: Australian...
73 people left homeless by the blaze on Saturday night
We visited Concordia, where 29 people were arrested for protesting against a mine
This is despite the owner of 210 Long Street not meeting all NSFAS requirements of a fully accredited accommodation.
Mark Mfikoe from the Electrical Contractors Association South Africa (ECASA) confirms that the association – which is the largest employer representative body in the industry – is aware of rogue and unqualified inverter installers claiming to be qualified electricians whilst ripping off unsuspecting homeowners. As it stands: Only registered electricians may do Photovoltaic installations and …
Have you ever dreamt of stepping into a world of mystery, adventure, and mind-bending puzzles? Look no further than the immersive live escape room craze that has been sweeping across the globe, and which is taking South Africa by storm! Escape rooms are not just games; they’re full-blown adventures that challenge your intellect, communication skills, …
Home Affairs in court over profound damage caused by its practice of “blocking” IDs
Protect the Philippi Horticultural Area – Cape Town’s food security, water security & soil security depends on it! The Water Tribunal says the Philippi Horticultural Area wetland ecosystem is irreplaceable and has rejected Consol Glass/Keysource Minerals Water Use Licence to mine silica sand…for a second time This is another important milestone in the on-going struggle …
Marecia Damons and Daniel Steyn win 2023 Nat Nakasa Award for Thabo Bester prison escape story
Yesterday, in heavy rain Provincial Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers officiated the sod turn ceremony of the Stanford housing project. The Minister was joined by the Overstrand Executive Mayor Dr. Annelie Rabie and local councillors. The event signaled the commencement of construction work at the site. The Stanford housing project is earmarked to create 621 …
Calling all budding environmentalists! The Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP) is thrilled to announce once again its exhilarating City-funded Climate Change School Holiday Programme, set to ignite the passion for environmental stewardship among local youth. From October 2nd to October 6th, 2023, GTP invites young conservationists aged 14 to 18 from the Greater Tygerberg area and …
Cape St Francis – The entries are now open for the final event in the Rip Curl GromSearch series 2023. Entries – Surfing South Africa The tournament will take place from 29 September – 1 October. This year, it’s all eyes on the Premier U16 division, where the winners will not only claim the coveted …
On Wednesday, 13 September, Premier Alan Winde visited Nampo Cape 2023, held in Bredasdorp. Nampo is South Africa’s largest agricultural exhibition. He engaged with exhibitors showcasing all the latest technology being developed in agriculture. “This sector is bursting with innovation!” enthused Premier Winde, adding, “Stakeholders in the agricultural sector are in many ways leading the …
12 September 2023, Johannesburg – The Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (RF) (Pty) Ltd (FEM) will be hosting its annual Safetember Conference this month. FEM is a mutual insurer that provides workmen’s compensation cover to the construction industry. The conference is part of a broader “Safetember” campaign that uses the month of September to shine …
Africa's boldest and most ambitious cleantech start-ups will take part in the Energy Investment Village (https://apo-opa.info/468SsAw), an exciting deal-pitching event at the Green Energy Africa Summit (https://GreenEnergyAfricaSummit.com), to be held in the heart of South Africa's Cape Town on 10-11 October at the CTICC2.
Held under the theme, “Unlocking Africa's Sustainable Energy Potential,” the Green Energy Africa Summit (GEAS) will provide unrivalled opportunities throughout its two-day programme for the continent's leaders in energy, finance, and social development, to meet with international investors, to find sustainable solutions to Africa's energy needs and a just transition to a green economy.
This highly anticipated event advocates for the harmonisation of Africa's natural resources, as well as policy reforms, to help usher in an energy transition that ensures the continent remains competitive and attractive to global finance. With over 1000 delegates from 67 countries, GEAS invites both public and private stakeholders across the energy value chain to collaborate, offer solutions, and build partnerships to help unlock Africa's true socioeconomic potential.
GEAS is thrilled to welcome its strategic industry partners, including The Banking Association of South Africa (https://www.Banking.org.za/) and The African Forum for Utility Regulators (https://AFURnet.org/). This year's agenda features a strong mix of discussions within dedicated content streams, from the Energy Strategy Forum on day one, to the Green Energy and Green Finance Forums on day two. Attendees can look forward to country and regional spotlights on South Africa and West Africa, as well as sessions led by finance and energy heavyweights. Find the full GEAS 2023 agenda here: https://apo-opa.info/3rfJNxm
The Energy Investment Village (EIV) is the GEAS's Lion's Den-style pitching event for cleantech companies, which will be held on 11 October. The finalists will be given an extraordinary opportunity to gain exposure, network with potential clients, and receive vital market validation. Most importantly, they will be given the chance to pitch for funding (https://apo-opa.info/468SsAw) from international investors.
“Africa's traditional, fossil-fuel-based energy cannot keep pace with its swift development. While the continent's abundance of natural resources can enable clean energy innovations, constraints like access to finance impedes the opportunities for local clean-tech innovators. Events such as the EIV open up direct pathways to decision-makers and funders, and are a critical enabler of the clean-tech ecosystem,” says RIIS CEO Davis Cook.
In partnership with Saldanha Bay Innovation Campus (https://www.InnovationCampus.co.za/), RIIS (https://EnablingInnovation.Africa/), and Anza Capital (https://Anza.Holdings/), and supported by Africa Scotland, JSE, Oceanhub-Africa, Savant, Firecracker, CHIETA, and SASOL, the EIV is delighted to introduce the outstanding finalists that have been selected to present their projects, which aim to revolutionise the energy landscape and promote sustainable development in Africa:
Don't miss out on the chance to engage with these visionary entrepreneurs and experts, as they demonstrate how their projects will address the energy challenges across Africa. From scalable solutions for rural communities, to innovative grid technologies, these finalists promise to inspire, educate, and shape a greener future for the continent.
Organised by Hyve Group Plc., the Green Energy Africa Summit is where the world connects with the African Energy sector. Register to attend here https://GreenEnergyAfricaSummit.com/. Attend the Green Energy Africa Summit to be part of the solution and connect with industry leaders, charting the way towards a sustainable clean energy transition for Africa.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Green Energy Africa Summit.
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About Green Energy Africa Summit:
The Green Energy Africa Summit is a high-level gathering advocating for policy reforms and the harmonisation of Africa's natural resources, to help pave the way for a just energy transition to ensure Africa remains competitive and attractive to global finance. Green Energy Africa Summit takes place in the heart of Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre 2 (CTICC2) from 10-11 October 2023.
Woodstock residents intend to appeal, saying they support social housing but some green space needed
Mostly young people stand in line for hours
NPO, Philippi Village is elated to announce that their CEO, Bushra Razack, has been awarded a coveted place on the highly esteemed Forty Under 40 list, in recognition of her exceptional achievements and influential leadership in Community Development. On Saturday the 8th of September, at the Forty Under 40 South Africa Awards, Bushra took home …
Premier Alan Winde is delighted that the Western Cape Government (WCG) has been recognised as a Top Employer in South Africa for 2023. “I am very proud of all 80 000 members of our WCG family. Your dedication and commitment to serving the residents of our province never goes unnoticed and is always appreciated,” Premier …
“I believed they were going to injure me, take my gun and shoot me”
Global Unity Initiative In early September 2023, business leaders from Guernsey’s financial sector assembled in Cape Town to rekindle ties with South African businesses and with sport for development programme CoolPlay. A team from WE ARE GUERNSEY, along with 20 delegates from the island, were back in Cape Town to promote Guernsey’s financial services sector, …
Springbok Women interim head coach Louis Koen handed Unathi Mali a first start for the national team at wing and recalled outside backs Veroeshka Grain and Piwokuhle Nyanda to the side to face Kenya at UWC Rugby Club in Cape Town on Saturday. Mali represented the Springbok Women’s Sevens team at the Commonwealth Games and …
Are we winning the battle against fraud? Significant work has been done to address the impact of fraud and scams on the South African consumer. However, it is still pertinent to take a step back and ask if we are winning any major battles regarding addressing this challenge. Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) recently released a …