# Die Steinhoff-bedrogsaak is weens die kompleksiteit daarvan na die Hooggeregshof verskuif. Die volgende verskyning is op 3 September. Die gewese Steinhoff-bestuurders, Stéhan Grobler, Hein Odendaal en Iwan Peter Schelbert, se borgtog is in die Pretoria se Gespesialiseerde Handelsmisdaadhof verleng. Die staat finaliseer sy ondersoek en wag op beëdigde verklarings van sleutelgetuies. Grobler ontken aanklagte […]
# Eskom het bevestig die kragstelsel bly stabiel en veerkragtig, met Eenheid 1 van Kusile wat amptelik weer aan die netwerk gekoppel is ná herstelwerk. Die eenheid sal 800 megawatt tot die netwerk bydra sodra dit ten volle aangeskakel is, vir ‘n totale lewering van vier-duisend-800 megawatt. Eskom se woordvoerder, Daphne Mokoena, sê noodreserwes is […]
# Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says Orion Minerals’ Prieska Copper-Zinc Mine will significantly boost economic development in the Northern Cape. During a site visit, Mantashe unveiled a commemorative plaque and highlighted the mine’s potential to create jobs and uplift local businesses. He emphasised that the project aims to start production within 13 […]
# The Steinhoff fraud case has been moved to the High Court due to its complexity, with the next hearing pushed to 3 September. Former Steinhoff executives, Stéhan Grobler Hein Odendaal and Iwan Peter Schelbert received extended bail at Pretoria’s Specialized Commercial Crimes Court. The prosecution is finalising investigations and awaiting key witness affidavits by […]
# Today marks World No Tobacco Day 2025. The World Health Organisation and global health advocates are spotlighting the deceptive tactics used by the tobacco and nicotine industry to attract especially young users. This year’s theme, Unmasking the Appeal, calls for awareness and stronger policies, including a ban on flavourings to curb the rise of […]
# Eskom has confirmed that the power system remains stable and resilient, with Kusile Unit 1 officially back online after repairs. The unit will add 800-megawatts to the grid once fully ramped up, contributing to a total output of four-thousand-800-megawatts. Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokoena says emergency reserves are ready for winter peaks and an additional […]
# Agbiz chief economist Wandile Sihlobo says South Africa’s agriculture sector continues to thrive despite global trade challenges. Speaking at a panel discussion on Creamer Media, Sihlobo noted the sector has doubled output since 1994, exporting half its produce annually. Sihlobo warned that potential US tariffs under Donald Trump could hurt exports but praised local […]
# Die ANC in die Wes-Kaap het die provinsiale regering versoek om ‘n amptelike provinsiale begrafnis aan oudpresident Nelson Mandela se gewese lyfwag, André Lincoln, toe te staan. Lincoln, ‘n gewese uMkhonto weSizwe-intelligensiebeampte, is gisteroggend tuis oorlede. Die oorsaak van sy dood is nie bekend nie. Hy was aan die hoof van die teenbende-eenheid in […]
# Former president Thabo Mbeki has paid tribute to the late freedom fighter, trade unionist and former Member of Parliament Gertrude Shope. Mbeki acknowledged her enduring legacy in South Africa’s liberation struggle. Mbeki emphasised the importance of honoring her memory by addressing current challenges and steering the nation toward the path of unity and equality for […]
