Siphelele Dludla

Content Manager: Business Report

South Africa, Botswana push regional livestock vaccine drive to combat animal diseases

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South Africa and Botswana are enhancing their cooperation on livestock vaccine development and animal disease control, aiming to improve agricultural productivity ...

eThekwini under fire over R6.4bn irregular spend as officials defend procurement failures

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eThekwini Municipality is under fire for over R6.4 billion in irregular expenditure, as DA MP Farhat Essack challenges municipal leaders on accountability and compliance ...

Court rules KZN bus contract extensions unconstitutional, orders fresh tender process

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The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has ruled that the extensions of transport contracts for subsidised bus operators are unconstitutional, impacting public transport procurement ...

Brent crude surge keeps rand under pressure as gold loses shine

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Brent crude oil prices remain above $110 a barrel as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran escalate, impacting global markets and currencies.

AfCFTA Secretariat and ITC renew partnership to boost intra-African trade

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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and the International Trade Centre (ITC) have renewed their partnership to enhance trade opportunities ...

ITAC moves to shield SA’s steel industry from global import crisis

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South Africa's steel industry is in crisis due to global overcapacity and rising imports. The government is responding with new tariff measures to protect local ...

Africa Finance Corporation launches $100m tech fund to back continent’s digital future

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Africa Finance Corporation announces a US$100 million commitment to accelerate investment in Africa-focused technology fund managers, aiming to enhance local participation ...

Gauteng Gambling Board CEO fired amid explosive corruption findings

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Gauteng MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa has dismissed the CEO of the Gauteng Gambling Board following a forensic investigation that revealed serious allegations of financial ...

Ramaphosa says investment turnaround will take time as South Africa rebuilds confidence

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President Cyril Ramaphosa discusses the challenges and progress of South Africa's investment drive, emphasising the need for long-term commitment and improved conditions ...

Transnet Ports raises fuel neutrality charge as industry warns of inflationary impact

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Transnet Port Terminals has announced an increase in its fuel neutrality charge to R78 per container, effective from June 2026, as rising diesel prices continue ...

Mantashe says coal industry is evolving, not dying, as Exxaro opens new Matla mine

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Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe highlights the evolution of South Africa's coal industry at the launch of Exxaro Resources' New Mine 1, emphasising ...

Tensions escalate at Gold Fields South Deep as wage talks reach critical stage

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Wage negotiations between unions and Gold Fields at the South Deep Gold Mine have reached a critical juncture, with demands for significant salary increases amid ...

Black Business Council backs court bid to halt Transnet’s foreign-only rail tender

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The Black Business Council has joined Guma Solutions in a court application to halt Transnet's tender process that favours foreign manufacturers over South African ...

Eskom cracks down on diesel tender irregularities as criminal charges loom

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Eskom has announced disciplinary actions against employees involved in irregularities related to a diesel procurement contract, following an interim investigation ...

Investment in renewable energy, data centres falls short on job creation: Ramaphosa

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President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledges that significant investment commitments in South Africa, particularly in renewable energy and data centres, are not generating ...

Mining output slows as global uncertainty, rising costs weigh on sector's Q3 contribution

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South Africa's mining sector experienced a slowdown in March 2026, with production growth falling below expectations due to global demand pressures and rising costs, ...

Gauteng liquor traders demand urgent reform, call for end to regulatory chaos

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The Gauteng Liquor Traders Association has welcomed a new report highlighting governance failures in the provincial liquor licensing system, calling for urgent reforms ...

Treasury defends local government funding model amid provincial concerns over fiscal allocations

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The National Treasury addresses growing concerns from provinces regarding municipal funding, infrastructure backlogs, and the need for reforms in the provincial ...

Capital Hotel Group bets on Gqeberha growth with R270m tourism investment

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Capital Hotels Group and the Industrial Development Corporation unveil a R270 million investment in Gqeberha, featuring 145 hotel rooms and apartments, aimed at ...

South Africa secures R2.5bn OPEC Fund loan to drive infrastructure reforms

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South Africa has secured a $150 million loan from the OPEC Fund to support critical infrastructure reforms aimed at boosting economic growth and job creation.

Transnet expands private rail access as 11 operators to add 24m tons of freight capacity

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South Africa's rail reform programme has taken a significant leap forward with the conclusion of Rail Access Agreements by Transnet, allowing 11 new operators to ...

BlackRock eyes bigger South Africa infrastructure push, calls for investment surge

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Speaking at the BlackRock South Africa Infrastructure Investment Summit alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday, Ogunlesi said infrastructure investment ...

Treasury flags deepening governance failures as municipal irregular expenditure climbs to R268bn

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South Africa's municipalities are grappling with severe governance and financial management issues, with irregular expenditure rising to R268.13 billion in the 2024/25 ...

Jobs crisis deepens as weak growth and rising costs lock millions out of work

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South Africa's unemployment rate has surged to 32.7% in early 2026, highlighting the severe economic challenges facing the nation. With youth unemployment at a staggering ...

Competition watchdog warns concentration still stifles South Africa’s growth

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The Competition Commission reveals that economic concentration continues to stifle growth and job creation, particularly affecting small and medium enterprises, ...