Standard Bank refinances two of Globeleq’s solar projects to the tune of R682-million
The $37-million (R682-million) refinancing of 11MW Aries Solar and 11MW Konkoonsies Solar plants in the Northern Cape will increase the financial viability of...
Only 6% of South Africans have enough retirement savings
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KPMG says there are $250bn in untapped green investment opportunities in Africa
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There are nearly $250-billion in untapped green investment opportunities in Africa in areas such as solar, wind, and hydrogen in Africa.
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Renewable energy investors need policy certainty
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Despite the rapid growth in South Africa’s renewable energy sector, it has not yet reached the scale where it has reached a...
Damned if you do, damned if you don’t
By Chris Hattingh
In its 25 January statement, the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee paints a stark picture of South Africa.
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National budget process causing budget cuts to health, education, social services and more
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“A solid plan to fight crime and corruption is key to unlocking economic growth”
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The combined power of profit and purpose: the impact of social entrepreneurship
Heather Lowe, Head of SME Development at FNB
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What can South Africans expect from medical aid schemes this year?
The medical aid industry is at a crucial turning point, driven by innovative technologies, and an ever-growing need for inclusive and affordable healthcare solutions.
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