The CitizenDon’t write off oil and gas exploration in SA – Tau
Minister says current gap in the global energy market is South Africa's chance to go back to the drawing board.
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The CitizenThe CitizenUrgent recall for ESR HaloLock Power Banks over fire risk
The recall applies to the ESR HaloLock Kickstand Wireless Power Banks, Model 2G505B, which were sold in black.
The CitizenAssociation calls for paraffin price relief for disadvantaged households
The decline in the Brent crude oil price could translate into lower fuel prices if the trend holds.
The CitizenNecsa puts toe in water for small nuclear reactor production
Calls for expressions of interest from prospective partners
The CitizenCost-of-living report highlights severe household financial strain – Here’s what you need to know
Prices of essential utilities like electricity and water have skyrocketed far beyond the national inflation rate over the last six years.
The CitizenSA’s fuel forecourts evolving into ‘lifestyle’ destinations?
Diversification through licensing, battery and supermarket partnerships seen as a way to counter the tough margins on fuel and slow rollout of electric vehicles.
The CitizenTips to help households cope with rising costs linked to the Middle East conflict
When Brent crude oil spikes, petrol prices follow within weeks. That means higher transport, food and retail costs.
The CitizenFuel association says there’s no need to panic buy petrol and diesel
Changes in consumer behaviour can negatively impact fuel stability.
The CitizenTop platforms for forex, gold, commodities, indices and global stocks
Forex trading in South Africa is evolving fast and it's no longer just about currency pairs.
The CitizenSA braces for impact as rand breaches R17/$ – can gold exports help?
When oil prices rise, gold prices tend to rise as well, which can be beneficial for South Africa.
The CitizenHigh cost of fuel versus cheaper electric vehicles…
Will paying more at the pumps and less for an electric vehicle change South African motorists' preferences?
The CitizenMantashe wants to ramp up local fuel refining capacity, but has that boat sailed?
Four refineries are either offline or shut down, leaving SA massively dependent on imports at a time when war is raging in the Middle East.
The CitizenMideast war could knock 3% off Africa economies – energy regulator
Rising fuel costs could affect everything - freight prices, docking fees, tourism, food, transport and factories, the energy regulator says.
The CitizenMiddle East conflict pushes FlySafair to add extra fuel fee
FlySafair said the temporary fuel surcharge will be reduced or removed once market conditions improve.
The CitizenSpiralling oil prices could spell trouble for SA agriculture … and consumers
Oil price shock could lead to a noticeable rise in consumer price inflation and higher interest rates
The CitizenMotsepe and other mining giants to benefit from the Middle East conflict
Gold and PGMs form a meaningful part of South Africa's export basket.
The CitizenEskom warns of possible electricity supply interruption to Govan Mbeki Municipality over R6.5bn debt
The power utility says the municipality's failure to meet debt relief conditions and settle its electricity account could result in reduced or terminated bulk supply from May 2026.
The CitizenGovernment ‘closely watching’ the oil price and jet fuel situation – Creecy
SA faces massive hike in petrol, diesel and jet fuel prices
The CitizenApril fuel prices set to rocket
In the wake of the Middle East conflict, and if the current 'massive' under-recovery in the petrol and diesel price remains ... or worsens.
The CitizenExxaro completes R10.6bn Ntsimbintle manganese acquisition
Deal secures effective stake in Tshipi Borwa in the Kalahari Manganese Field, reshaping capital allocation.
The CitizenUS-SA tariffs: Trump makes another tweak
The US imposed a 30% tariff on South Africa, but on Friday a US high court ruled the law Trump used does not give him authority to impose tariffs.
The CitizenTo be or not to be green – that is the question, Eskom
Clarity on Eskom end-state crucial to energy sector reforms, says Krutham.
The CitizenR150m debt sees power cut to property of Fourways Mall co-owner
Court orders utility to disconnect Georgiou's single biggest solely owned property.
The CitizenNelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber wants Eskom takeover
Trading and wheeling at stake.
The CitizenExploration lag tests Africa’s critical minerals ambitions
The continent's share of global exploration spending fell from 16.6% in 2012 to 10.4% in 2024 - BDO.
The CitizenWorld Gold Council moves to modernise gold trading as demand surges
A forthcoming white paper will detail how digital products can be anchored to physical gold.
The CitizenMining sector sounds alarm over soaring electricity costs
Meanwhile, exploration spending continues to lag in South Africa's mining sector
The CitizenMinerals Council South Africa flags policy issues with mining amendment bill
Uncertainty around the Mineral Resources Development Amendment Bill is not good for investor confidence.
The CitizenNersa’s mistakes turn 5.36% tariff increase into 8.76%
Follows a redetermination of Eskom’s revenue to correct previous regulatory errors.
The CitizenEskom halts fines on unregistered solar systems
Did Eskom ever have the authority to impose fines on unregistered customers?