BusinessTechEnd of 103-year-old era for Eskom “irreversible” in South Africa
Eskom executives are meeting this week to discuss the future of South Africa's energy market, as significant reforms loom for the industry.
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BusinessTechBusinessTechR338 billion company plans major changes to world’s largest platinum mine in South Africa
Valterra Platinum is close to a decision on changes to its operations at the world's largest platinum mine.
BusinessTechNational shutdown warning next week in South Africa
A group named Concerned Citizens of South Africa has called for a national shutdown on 19 October 2026.
BusinessTechEnd of Eskom’s monopoly delayed
Private sector participation in electricity infrastructure has faced delays, but there is a silver lining, according to Busisiwe Mavuso.
BusinessTechUnique South African estate in the middle of nowhere ranked top in the world
One of South Africa's olive oil producers has been ranked first place in a major international award.
BusinessTechSouth Africa is producing nearly 40% less fuel than it did seven years ago
South Africa currently produces about 39% of its fuel demand domestically, which is a decrease from 78% in 2019.
BusinessTechEskom launching enough solar and batteries to cover 6 stages of load shedding in South Africa
Eskom has launched a Request for Qualification process to build renewable energy projects totalling 6 GW.