Tag: South Africa
South African trust in government increased over the past year, but trust in our...
This curious contradiction is one of several interesting findings of the latest Edelman Trust Barometer, an annual global survey of trust among business, media,...
Strategic partnerships – easing the path for IPPs navigating South Africa’s energy regulations
Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and developers venturing into South Africa’s renewable energy sector face an onerous and challenging regulatory landscape characterised by uncertainty in...
Battery price drop boosts Africa’s solar energy storage – AFSIA
By Larry Claasen
THE slow uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) has inadvertently led to a battery price drop, resulting in cheaper solar storage on the...
PPE manufacturer BBF highlights OHS legal compliance
By Diane Silcock
BBF Safety Group, South Africa’s leading local manufacturer of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is highlighting the importance of Occupational Health and Safety...
Western Cape water plan tackles drought risks
By Larry Claasen
THE Digicon held by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde in March highlighted the province’s efforts to become more water resilient and mitigate...
Cummins secures contract to maintain Transnet’s aging tugboat fleet
By Larry Claasen
CUMMINS’ seven-year contract to maintain Transnet’s tugboats not only cements its decades-long relationship with the transport authority but also positions the company...
South Africa’s gas crisis: Surviving Sasol’s 2028 exit
With Sasol’s gas supply ending in 2028, industries face a R500-billion threat. Can the new gas aggregator and private sector funding secure South Africa’s...
Water storage solutions: SBS Tanks enhance ESG goals
By Diane Silcock
Water usage by manufacturers globally is being scrutinised, especially in water-intense sectors of industry. With water being a key component of Environmental...
Global Trade Shift: South Africa’s historic opportunity
Seizing the global trade shift with critical infrastructure reforms
By Chris Hattingh
THE world is entering a period of economic turbulence, driven by shifting trade policies...
Withdrawal of billions from Just Energy Transition – Could nuclear be the answer?
The withdrawal of funding from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) is a setback for South Africa’s move to a low carbon economy. This...
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