South Africa’s toll plazas to upgrade to tap-and-go before Christmas

South Africa’s toll plazas are set to receive a major technological upgrade, with tap-and-go payment systems to be rolled out across the country by the end of 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral),...

South Africa’s Inflation Cools in August, Boosting Rate Cut Prospects

South Africa’s annual consumer inflation eased to 3.3% in August 2025, moving closer to the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) preferred target of 3%, according to the latest data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). The figure is down from...

South African Businesses Face Refined Cyber Threats as Global Attacks Evolve

Cybercriminals are perfecting sophisticated deception techniques globally, with 80% of South African businesses experiencing cyber attacks costing R2.2 billion annually, as new research reveals attackers hiding malware in image pixels and...

South African Court Halts Eskom’s Gas Power Plant, Signaling Shift in Energy Policy

Cape Town, South Africa, September 17, 2025 – In a pivotal ruling with far-reaching implications for South Africa’s energy future, the Supreme Court of Appeal has struck down a government permit that would have allowed state-owned utility Eskom to...

South Africa: Surging investor confidence fuels $516.9mln property development in Cape Town

Investor confidence in the Cape Town CBD soared in 2024/25 with the total value of property development exceeding R9.031bn – up from R7.285bn recorded in 2023. Key economic sectors that drive the downtown economy – including hospitality, business...

Cape Town To Host Global Summit On Gender Equality In Agri-Food And Water Systems

● Join over 500 scientists, researchers, and changemakers uniting to drive real solutions for  gender equality in food, land and water systems.  ● A call to co-create solutions that accelerate gender equality in agri-food and water...

8 Trends at the forefront of street lighting in South Africa

South Africa’s street lighting landscape continues to evolve, with energy efficiency, improved infrastructure and safety underpinning this drive to roll out projects in particularly underserved areas. This is exemplified by the City of Cape Town’s...

Maths crisis fuels South Africa’s STEM skills shortage

For many learners, the Maths crisis is not just about marks on a report card but about confidence lost in the classroom. Photo for illustration purposes only. Photo: Unsplash SCHOOLS NEWS - South Africa faces a stark disconnect between the supply...

Liebherr and Transnet sign 10-year partnership for South African ports

Liebherr and Transnet Port Terminals have signed a 10-year partnership agreement in South Africa that includes a 20-year asset management programme to support port modernisation. The deal covers ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes, rubber-tyred...

Home Affairs launches new visa system for South Africa

Minister of Home Affairs Dr Leon Schreiber today unveiled South Africa’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) at the Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s Leadership Conference. The ETA marks a major step in the Department of Home...

How cyber threats could derail South Africa's mining recovery ?

While South African mining may have seen positive growth recently, there’s a new threat lurking in the digital realm: cyberattacks. Headlines often focus on commodity prices and logistical constraints as risks to the sector; a less visible but...

Eskom, BYD partner to accelerate South Africa’s EV future

Power utility Eskom has, through the signing of a memorandum of collaboration (MoC), signalled its intent to collaborate with automotive company BYD Auto South Africa in future and to support the launch of the BYD Dolphin Surf electric vehicle...

Top Police Official Warns of Imminent Collapse of South Africa’s Justice System

A senior South African police official delivered a stark warning to a judicial commission on Wednesday, stating the nation’s entire criminal justice system is at “real risk of a total collapse” due to sustained sabotage, political interference,...

Eskom and BYD to work together on South African EV charging network

BYD’s new Dolphin Surf Eskom has signed a memorandum of cooperation with BYD Auto South Africa aimed at advancing electric mobility in the country, while supporting the launch of the Chinese car maker’s new compact all-electric model, the Dolphin...

Sage partners With SME South Africa to empower SME growth

SME South Africa is proud to announce its new partnership with Sage Accounting. This partnership enables both brands to serve their clients better and bring solutions to ordinary South African businesses that make a measurable difference. It’s no...

Google Announces New Connectivity Hub in South Africa

Google announced a new set of investments in Africa, reaffirming its nearly two-decade commitment to the continent’s digital transformation. The latest commitments focus on empowering Africa’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities...

Navigating the challenges of higher education for South African matriculants

Professor Vimolan Mudaly|Published 1 hour ago 5min FOR matriculants, the choice of higher education and career pathways are more intimidating than any other challenge they will ever face. The landscape of tertiary education is undergoing rapid...

Understanding the importance of Wills: a guide for South African families

A will is an act of love rather than a legal process. It is what you leave as your legacy for your children and your spouse. Many are quite intimidated and don't really like to think about the possibility of passing away, but this is something...

South Africa's retail sales surge 5. 6% in July as consumer spending rebounds

South Africa’s retail sales climbed by 5.6% year-on-year in July 2025, the fastest pace in three months, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported on Wednesday. The rebound follows a modest 1.7% increase in June and reflects stronger spending...

Vigilante warning as 14 killed in Cape Town suburb in a week

Following what appears to be a deadly vigilante attack on the night of Wednesday, 10 September, Kraaifontein community leader Gavin Riddles says residents are tired of waiting for a police response to crime in the area — and many are now ready to...