Wabtec–Lucchini partnership marks R47m boost for South Africa’s rail manufacturing sector

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) has welcomed the forthcoming launch of a strategic partnership between train technology company Wabtec South Africa and railway wheels manufacturer Lucchini South Africa (LSA), marking what...

RI to build Sheikh Yusuf Indonesian Cultural House in South Africa

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Culture Ministry plans to build the Sheik Yusuf Indonesian Cultural House on a 2,000-square-meter plot of land near the tomb of Sheik Yusuf Al-Makassari in Macassar, Cape Town, South Africa. "Sheik Yusuf...

Elon Musk Basically Accuses Sam Altman of Murdering OpenAI Engineer on (Of Course) Joe Rogan’s Podcast

Elon Musk visited Joe Rogan’s podcast again, and continued his crusade against his more successful AI competitor Sam Altman, pretty much flat-out saying that Altman murdered the engineer found dead in his SF apartment. We will begin by reminding...

UC Davis researchers discover new species of coastal spider, just in time for Halloween

Keep up with LAist. If you're enjoying this article, you'll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. Emma Jochim knew she wanted to study how...

South Africa exits FATF greylist: what this means for trust compliance

Phia van der Spuy|Published 4 hours ago 5min Exiting the greylist setting the tone for increased compliance efforts, also for non-compliant trustees Background The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced on 24 October 2025 that South Africa...

South Africa: Pick n Pay’s digital evolution, building a connected retail future

Pick n Pay is accelerating into a new digital era. One built on connection, convenience, and customer value. As the retail landscape rapidly shifts, Kerry Janse Van Rensburg, head of Digital Operations, shares how the company is reimagining the...

South Africa: How much methane are coal mines really leaking?

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. It is released from natural sources (like wetlands) and human activities (coal mining, and oil and gas production). It is also emitted by agriculture (especially livestock and rice paddies), and decomposing...

‘South Africans trapped in Myanmar hell!’ — Fake job scam turns into human trafficking nightmare

Cape Town – Dozens of South Africans have been left stranded in Myanmar after falling victim to a fake job recruitment scam that turned into a human trafficking nightmare. According to reports, the victims were promised lucrative employment...

AI revolution in South Africa: Opportunities in a 2030 job market

AI is now common in the workplace, with 72% of users saving over an hour daily. While positivity towards AI is growing, adoption gaps remain. With a significant global workforce challenge by 2030, South African leaders must leverage AI effectively...

South Africans Lose Faith in Democracy, Look to Military Rule

Almost half of South Africans say they would support military rule over their current democratic government, according to new findings that reveal deep disillusionment with the country’s political system. The results, reported by The Times UK,...

Future-Proofing South Africa's Infrastructure Workforce

South Africa's built environment sector has faced significant challenges, including an ageing workforce, a growing skills gap and the need for expertise to address deteriorating infrastructure across sectors such as water, energy and transport....

Can South Africa transform its manufacturing sector before it' s too late?

Phapano Phasha|Published 30 minutes ago 5min WESTERN nations, led by the United States, are actively cultivating India as a strategic counterweight to China, Russia, and BRICS+. This strategy is twofold: offering substantial trade and...

From bakkies to robots: A tourist’s guide to South Africanisms

South Africa is renowned for a variety of things: its storied history, stunning vistas, colourful cultures and, of course, its friendly people. It’s also known for its “South Africanisms” – words and phrases that are unique to the Rainbow Nation....

Redrawing the manufacturing map: Singapore’s mission to South Africa

Sesona Mdlokovana|Published 1 hour ago 4min Trade in goods between Singapore and South Africa soared to US$1.4 billion in 2024, nearly doubling 2020 levels. This significant increase highlights a broader shift as companies re-evaluate supply...

South African firms eye Chinese market at Shanghai expo

A total of 35 South African companies will showcase their products and services at the eighth China International Import Expo in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10, as part of the country's push to expand export markets amid rising US tariffs. Zanele...

Ammonia-Fuelled Ships Feasible on South Africa-Europe Route by 2029: Study

A GMF study sees Saldanha Bay as a future ammonia bunkering hub for the route. Image Credit: NYK Green ammonia-fuelled bulk carriers could begin operating on the South Africa-Europe iron ore trade route as early as 2029, according to a new Global...

Apple’s M5 MacBook Pro in South Africa: Charger Not Included!

Apple is trying to pull a fast one again, providing less for the same high price as they are shipping their new M5 MacBook Pros to South Africa without a laptop charger. The official reason given by Apple is “to reduce carbon emissions by...

Africa’s Manufacturing Dilemma: As India rises, can Nigeria and South Africa seize the moment?

India’s successful pivot to high-tech manufacturing offers a masterclass in industrial policy for countries in the Global South. Western nations, led by the United States, are actively cultivating India as a strategic counterweight to China and...

Cape Town Hosts Africa’s Largest Technology Showcase Next Month

South Africa prepares to host the 28th Africa Tech Festival from November 11 through 13 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, expecting over 15,000 technology leaders, policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs to converge on the city...

South Africa’s Agrofi Egg targets growth with plans to double production by 2026

SOUTH AFRICA – Agrofi Egg, a poultry enterprise based in South Africa’s Western Cape, is positioning itself among the country’s fast-rising agribusinesses as it pursues plans to scale up egg production and broaden its farming operations. The...