SA to host global finance summit
South Africa is hosting the Finance in Common Summit (FiCS) 2025 in Cape Town from 26 to 28 February. This event is expected to bring together global leaders, development banks,…
28 bodies recovered from Gauteng water bodies
About 28 bodies were recovered from water bodies across Gauteng, by the South African Police Service Gauteng Water Policing and Diving Services, from the beginning of December 2024 until 19…
North West Fire Association warns of Firenadoes
The North West Umbrella Fire Protection Association has warned against the potential of Firenadoes (fire tornadoes) due to extreme weather conditions underway in the province. Firenadoes are extreme fire phenomenon…
Have your say in the development of the NMBM
Comments towards the development plan of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, can now be submitted via community involvement, stakeholder engagement platforms and other structured meetings. The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality…
Government increases fish allocation by 36%
Dr Dion George, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, has announced a 36% increase in the allocation of certain key fish species. George said this is a bold…
Stilfontein update since the rescue
The Stilfontein Solidarity Committee made up of 12 civil society organisations and labour unions, wants the police (SAPS) to allow survivors pulled out underground Stilfontein last week, to be taken…
SA showcases energy wins and opportunities at WEF
The South African delegation has arrived in Davos, for the 55th World Economic Forum (WEF), from the 20th – 24th January 2025. A big win for South Africa to be…
African Development Bank launches a new GBP 500 million 4.625% 3-year Global Benchmark
The African Development Bank (“AfDB”) has launched and priced a new GBP 500 million 3-year Benchmark transaction due February 1st, 2028. The bond pays a coupon of 4.625% with a…
Fire in de Doorns contained
A fire in de Doorns, near Cape Town, ran parallel the N1 on Monday evening, after 6pm. Officials kept the road open and cautioned motorists of firefighting vehicles on the…
What is the impact of commercial vessels on marine ecosystems?
The environmental impact of commercial vessels on marine ecosystems is under scrutiny.Hence a workshop is organized to encourage further discussion, for Wednesday, the 29th January 2025. This initiative is the…