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DA committed to being stable anchor party at national level – John Steenhuisen

By: Thabi Shomolekae     29th February 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) noted that it is committed to serving as the stable anchor party at the heart of a new national government comprising... 

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DA leader John Steenhuisen
Anglo American's Africa and Australia Regional Director Themba Mkhwanazi.

Project finance clinched for 520 MW South African wind, solar projects – Anglo

By: Martin Creamer     29th February 2024 Johannesburg- and London-listed diversified mining and marketing company Anglo American announced on Thursday that jointly owned renewable energy... 

South African researchers trawl through death records to assess coal impact

By: Bloomberg     29th February 2024 South African scientists plan to examine about 8.5-million death certificates to ascertain how many people the country’s dependence on coal for... 

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Morocco outmanoeuvres SA at the UN Human Rights Council

5th February 2024 No one in South Africa was more delighted than International Relations and Cooperation Minister Naledi Pandor when the national soccer team Bafana... 

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South Africans are opting to go off-grid: how they’re being helped, and hindered, in their efforts

2nd February 2024 Eskom, South Africa’s State-owned power utility, struggles to generate and supply a stable flow of electricity to meet demand. In 2023, there were... 

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Africa’s oceans could pay dearly for the Red Sea Crisis

2nd February 2024 The Red Sea crisis has become a pressing concern largely due to its disruption of global trade. However, it also has far-reaching environmental... 

Grid unlocked

Grid unlocked 

2nd February 2024 As the South African government seeks to re-establish some momentum behind the public procurement of new independent power producer (IPP)... 

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 Socio-economic footprint of the energy transition: South Africa

Socio-economic footprint of the energy transition: South Africa

21st November 2023 Over the past ten years, the Republic of South Africa’s economy has grown by approximately 1% per year, and unemployment reached 34.9% at the end... 

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EU to decide on new rules to stop corporate abuse

20th November 2023 The EU is set to agree on new rules to make companies accountable for the damage they cause to people and the planet: the Corporate Sustainability... 

 Facilitating Global Interoperability of Cyber Regulations in the Electricity Sector

Facilitating Global Interoperability of Cyber Regulations in the Electricity Sector

20th November 2023 This position paper on cybersecurity in the electricity sector advocates for interoperability among nations to cultivate a secure, resilient and... 

 Socio-economic footprint of the energy transition: Egypt

Socio-economic footprint of the energy transition: Egypt

20th November 2023 This report explores the potential socio-economic impacts of the energy transition in Egypt, and shows that a successful, just and inclusive energy... 

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IFP Expresses Support Following Tragic Bus Collision En-Route to Manifesto Launch

11th March 2024 The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) notes with deep concern the distressing incident that occurred on Sunday, 10 March 2024, on the N2 highway near... 

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Comrade Zulu goes after corruption whistleblowers in her Department

11th March 2024 Following ethics complaints filed by the DA to the Public Protector, Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu and her co-accused acting... 

Speaker of the National Assembly Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula

Parliament's Presiding Officers wishes all Muslim blessed Ramadan

11th March 2024 The Presiding Officers of Parliament, led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and the Chairperson of the National... 

Information Regulator confirms receipt of notifications regarding IEC security compromise

Information Regulator confirms receipt of notifications regarding IEC security compromise

11th March 2024 The Information Regulator (Regulator) confirms that it has received two notifications from the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) regarding a... 

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Tax Consulting SA

Non-Residency and Assets – What you need to Know

29th January 2024 Taking the leap and ceasing your tax residency is a big step for many South Africans, who are already under the strains of their physical move... 

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Baker McKenzie once again brings home GFC Media's Bonds, Loans & ESG Capital Markets Africa Banking & Finance Legal Adviser of the Year Award

26th January 2024 Global law firm Baker McKenzie has won “Banking & Finance Legal Adviser of the Year” at GFC Media's Bonds, Loans & ESG Capital Markets Africa... 

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Exploring Joint Ownership of Property in South Africa: A Comprehensive Guide

26th January 2024 In South Africa, property ownership is a significant milestone for many individuals and families. The decision to jointly own property adds a layer... 

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Excessive delays in instituting disciplinary proceedings may taint procedural fairness

25th January 2024 On 25 January 2016, and after a delay of approximately three and half years in instituting the disciplinary hearing, Major General S.L. Mapyane,... 

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GOOD party leader Patricia de Lille unpacks the party's 2024 manifesto

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