Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Tuesday, 16 December 2025.

Business Secretary Peter Kyle says “Nissan’s investment is a major commitment to the North East”.

South Africans have been told to use their year-end bonuses as a way to create long-term wealth.

Many South Africans have email signatures, but many may be unaware that these signatures have the power to legally change agreements.

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One co-founder called it a “blatant power grab” designed to strip the board of its independence.

Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.

It comes after the government was urged to help close the UK tech sector’s gender gap in order to meet its ambitious AI goals.

An anomaly identified by National Highways caused thousands of incorrect speed camera activations.

The US carmaker is backing away from large electric vehicles, citing lacklustre demand and recent regulatory changes under US President Donald Trump.

UK pharmaceuticals, car manufacturing and financial services are expected to benefit.

Cape Town has plans to build a R180 million security wall along the road that has become notorious for violent attacks on motorists.

Lutfiyyah Ahmed unpacks what organisational resilience means today, and how it differs from traditional risk management.