South Africa Plans To Introduce New Laws To Address Power Outages
In addition to importing electricity, the plan involves tightening the licensing requirements for private embedded generation projects.
South Africa To Host Naval Drills With Russian And Chinese Warships Defying West
Kobus Marais, the Democratic Alliance's shadow defense minister, has cast doubt on the reasoning for going ahead with the controversial plan
2 People Die In Light Aircraft Crash In Johannesburg; Investigation Underway
The aircraft was on a training flight between Pretoria and Johannesburg when it crashed shortly after taking off from Grand Central Airport in Midrand.
President Ramaphosa Cancels Visit To WEF As The Country Faces Worst Power Outages In Decades
President Ramaphosa will hold talks with various ministries to find a solution to the power crisis that is crippling the economy.
South Africa's Energy Regulator Grants 18.65% Tariff Hike For Eskom
The state-run power utility, which is in complete disarray due to Stage 6 blackouts and a catastrophic R400 billion debt load, is in severe need of funds.
ANC Wants Clear Mention Of Job Creation In Central Bank's Remit
The South African Reserve Bank has repeatedly said that increasing economic output and job creation are outside of its purview and that the poor will suffer the most if inflation is not controlled.
South Africa Power Crisis: Eskom Announces Stage 6 Load Shedding Until Further Notice
2,540MW consisting of one unit each at the Camden, Duvha, Hendrina, Kriel, Matimba, and Malta power plants have been restored.
Sanctioned Russian Ship's Mysterious South Africa Stop Raises Concerns Among U.S. Officials
The ship reportedly offloaded some mysterious cargo at Simon's Town Naval Base near Cape Town for two nights in December 2022 during nationwide power cuts.
South Africa Probes Soldiers' Involvement In Viral Corpse Burning Video
The disturbing video circulating on social media platforms shows soldiers throwing dead bodies over a pile of burning debris.
South Africa Offers A 10 Year Visa Plan For Nigerian Business Leaders
The move aims to ease Nigerians' struggle while trying to obtain a South African visa.
South African Police Launch Probe Into Alleged Poisoning Of Eskom CEO
The alleged poisoning of De Ruyter reportedly took place on Dec. 12, 2022, after he drank a cup of coffee that contained cyanide.
First Case Of The Highly Contagious XBB.1.5 Covid Variant Detected In South Africa
At present, no increase in cases, hospitalization, or deaths reported in the country.
President Ramaphosa Plans To Push The African Agenda At The BRICS Annual Summit
Earlier, the country's ruling party further said that South Africa will use its chairship to push for the admission of new member countries to the bloc.
South Africa Condemns Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir's Visit To Temple Mount In Jerusalem
The site is a holy place for both Jews and Muslims and has been a frequent source of tension between Israelis and Palestinians.
Kenyans Can Now Visit South Africa Visa-free For Up To 90 Days Per Year
South Africans get free visas on arrival in Kenya for some time now, while Kenyans had to pay for theirs and provide proof of sufficient funds and return flight tickets.
Boksburg Gas Tanker Explosion Death Roll Rises To 34
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also extended his condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the people and government of South Africa.
South Africa Officially Takes Over The Chairmanship Of The BRICS Group
South Africa will also host the 15th BRICS summit in August 2023.
South African Health Department Says 'No Need To Panic' As Covid-19 Cases Surge In China
South African health department urged people to vaccinate and get booster shots to enhance their immunity against variants and sub-variants of the pandemic.
South Africa Refuses To Extend Deadline For Zimbabwean Exemption Permit Holders
The Zimbabwean government said in Aug. 2022 that it was prepared to welcome back its nationals who were coming home to start a new life.
Zuma Prepares To Oppose Ramaphosa's Urgent Interdict Application In Court
The Jacob Zuma Foundation called it 'surprising' to learn about the president's application to the High Court to have the matter heard urgently.
President Cyril Ramaphosa Pushes To Counter Zuma's Private Prosecution Bid
President Ramaphosa filed papers with the court, Monday, asking for the matter to be heard urgently.
President Ramaphosa Warns Against Racism Following Free State Resort Incident
President Ramaphosa applauded the South African Police Service for investigating the case of suspected racism that took place at the Maselpoort Resort in the Free State on Christmas Day.
South Africa To Get New Payment System In 2023
South Africa is expected to account for more than 70% of the global transaction value of mobile payments by next year.
Kingdom Of Lesotho To Discuss Motion On Reclaiming Parts Of South Africa
Tsepo Lipholo, leader of the Lesotho Covenant Movement in Parliament, is pushing for a motion to be heard after the Christmas break.
South African Health Department Offers Additional Covid-19 Vaccine Booster Doses
South African health department said that elderly people and the immunocompromised are especially advised to get the additional Covid-19 vaccine booster.
South African Airways Relaunch Flights To Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
South African Airways temporarily halted flights on the route in March 2020 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as to manage financial challenges.
South African Army Deployed To Safeguard Eskom Power Plants
Eskom confirmed that the South African National Defence Force has been deployed to four of its power stations - Majuba, Camden, Grootvlei, and Tutuka.
Massive Wave Kills 3, Injures 17 At Durban Beach
The emergency services said they were afraid the death toll would rise after the "uncommon" event.
Dubai's AMEA Power Bags 120MW Solar Project In South Africa
The $120 million (over R 2 billion) photovoltaic project, located in the northwest province of South Africa, will sell electricity to state utility Eskom under a 20-year power purchase agreement.
Equinix Announces $160M Data Center Investment in South Africa
The facility is expected to be operational by mid-2024, according to the company's EMEA president Eugene Bergen.
