# Scalar International and Mergence Investment Managers have launched the Africa Decarbonisation Fund I, to finance clean energy and digital infrastructure projects across Southern Africa. Scalar International’s managing director, Hubert Gutsa, says the fund aims to raise between 1.8 and 2.8-billion-rand to invest in energy efficiency, on-site power generation, smart grids, and battery storage. Gutsa […]
# ActionSA has slammed Eskom for spending 3.6-billion-rand on diesel in just 30 days, calling it a cover-up rather than a solution to load-shedding. Eskom spent 1.34-billion-rand between from 1 to 10 April. ActionSA’s Alan Beesley says the utility’s low Energy Availability Factor of 56-percent shows no real recovery. He demands transparency and a credible […]
# The DA in Gauteng has condemned the Gauteng government for spending over 4.4-million-rand on wining and dining at the Gauteng Sport Awards, while only 790-thousand-rand went to top-performing athletes. DA spokesperson Kingsol Chabalala slammed the department for neglecting athletes and wasting funds on events. He called for Education and Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation […]
# The Gauteng Legislature’s Community Safety Committee has urged residents to stay safe over the Easter weekend. With traffic expected to increase, committee chairperson Bandile Masuku has called on motorists to obey road rules, avoid speeding and drunk driving, and report suspicious activity. Masuku also called for prayers against crime including gender-based violence. He calls […]
# The United Democratic Movement in the Eastern Cape has condemned the fatal shooting of a Walter Sisulu University student allegedly by a residence manager with three others injured. This incident occurred yesterday during a protest over poor living conditions. UDM provincial secretary Bulelani Bobotyane demands an independent investigation, accountability, and urgent intervention from higher […]
# The DA in KwaZulu-Natal has welcomed stricter penalties for drunk drivers, announced by Transport MEC, Siboniso Duma. DA spokesperson Riona Gokool says the move is vital ahead of the Easter weekend, with jail terms of up to six years now in place. She urges responsible driving and backs stronger law enforcement, improved road safety […]
# Veteran South African actor Don Mlangeni-Nawa has died at the age of 65. His family confirmed his passing this morning without disclosing the cause. Remembered as a loving father and a powerful storyteller, Mlangeni-Nawa’s legacy lives on through his work including iconic roles in Isidingo, ‘Sgudi ‘Snaysi, and Hlala Kwabafileyo. The family has asked […]
# The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry says South Africa’s business confidence continues on a positive trend rising from 107.8 in May 2024 to a high of 125.8 in February 2025. SACCI CEO Alan Mukoki says though March saw a slight dip to 123.5, sentiment remains stronger year-on-year. Mukoki highlighted key drivers including […]
# South Africa’s government has launched a 90-day acceleration programme to fight gender-based violence and femicide. The move follows an emergency meeting led by Justice minister Mmamoloko Kubayi and Police minister Senzo Mchunu. Plans include reviving the Inter-Ministerial Committee, enhancing provincial units, and strengthening the justice system. A national webinar, Thuthuzela Care Centre expansion, and […]
