Nordex wind farm construction towers begins
Nordex Energy has found ways of strengthening the safety of towers, at its wind farm in the Eastern Cape. The project, near Impofu Dam, has wind turbine towers, made up…
Surge in cable theft, threatening inner City
More than six cases were recorded, this week. In total, an estimated 2.7 kilometres of cables were stolen. Since the beginning of 2024, about 102 people arrested for cable theft,…
Medals for 2 young SA scientists
Two South African learners were awarded with medals after successfully showcasing their research projects in Turkey. The two were awarded at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientist International Science Fairat…
Food and water sent underground Stilfontein
The Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA) said as of Wednesday, 04th November 2024, food and water would be supplied to illegal miners still underground Stilfontein, in the North…
“Consumers paying for delayed berth” Nelson Mandela Bay Business on fuel price adjustment
Consumers will be paying R2.49 more per litre for 95 unleaded fuel, diesel and paraffin versus what they would have paid if the area was still a coastal zone1. The…
IUCN takes legal action against countries for climate change
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is heading to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to assess legal obligations of countries failing to act against climate change. The…
Harmony Gold awarded for emission reduction
Harmony’s Mponeng operation was recognised at the Gauteng Emission Reduction Recognition Programme Awards, held on 28 November for its ground-breaking efforts, achieving a 38.4% drop in nitrogen oxide emissions and…
Construction underway in Koruson 1, Middleburg
Construction has begun at Koruson 1 wind farm outside Middleburg.Locally manufactured towers are being erected, each at 124 meters high. Once completed, there will be 32 concrete sections and a…
PARI has a new Director
The Public Affairs Research Institute (PARI) has appointed Dr Sithembile Mbete, as its new Executive Director, effective from the 01st December 2024. In a statement, the Institute said Mbete brings…
SA’s G20 Presidency in 2025
Two days ago, on the 1st of December 2024, South Africa assumed the Presidency of the G20 group of countries. Speaking about this significant step forward, President Cyril Ramaphosa said…