THURSDAY, 05 FEBRUARY 2026, 11:11
Astron Energy is investing billions to upgrade its Cape Town refinery as part of Glencore’s broader expansion in South Africa, strengthening local fuel production, jobs, and private-sector investment.
Pressure is mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa to provide direct testimony before the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee, but ANC Chief Whip Mdumiseni Ntuli said that a sitting president should not be treated like “any other witness.”
The national minimum wage increases by 5% on 1 March.
The DA has confirmed Steenhuisen, who is also minister of agriculture, will address the media “concerning matters of national importance and public interest”, on Wednesday.
WhatsApp chats from witness F’s phone reveal conversations about firearm dealings with a contact listed as ‘Comrade DD Mabuza deputy president’, discussing the sale of 750 shotguns with matching ammo
Fund managers warn that South Africa’s equity rally, driven by precious metals, is near its peak, and that, historically, miners have not rewarded shareholders during such rallies.
Johannesburg’s summer weather creates perfect breeding conditions for flies. In warm and wet conditions the fly problem is largely linked to waste management and infrastructure.
Crown Princess of Norway’s son pleads not guilty to rape in high-profile trialThe son of Norway’s crown princess pleaded not guilty Tuesday to four counts of rape.
A severe lack of qualified professionals in the hotel industry is threatening to collapse the sector.
Gauteng scholar transport service providers stopped operating on Monday after the Gauteng department of education failed to pay outstanding invoices on time.
Multiple DA sources are confirming that John Steenhuisen will announce on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, that he is not seeking a third term as party leader – though he seems hell bent on denying it until the bitter end.
Electric-vehicle maker Tesla has introduced a new all-wheel drive variant of its bestselling Model Y SUV in the United States, priced at $41,990 (R670,781), according to the company’s website on Monday.
China will ban ‘hidden’ car door handles from 2027, becoming the first country to phase out a design pioneered by Tesla and adopted by Chinese competitors including Xiaomi.
The Road Accident Fund is struggling with a fixed revenue stream unable to meet increasing accident claim liabilities, currently estimated at R100bn
US President Donald Trump said his administration would seek $1 billion in damages from Harvard University after a New York Times report said the college had won some concessions in ongoing settlement negotiations with the government.
A case that is currently before the Supreme Court of Appeal could significantly affect taxpayers’ rights.
This urgent software recall highlights ongoing safety concerns for South Africa’s most affordable tiny hatchback.
State vets face difficult resource and support challenges