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Boshoek and Wonderkop smelters to be restarted after Glencore Merafe and Eskom finalise 62c/kWh terms
26th June 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Glencore Merafe Chrome Venture has announced that the Boshoek and Wonderkop ferrochrome smelters will be restarted, following the conclusion of the detailed terms and conditions of negotiated... 


BMI lower 2026 steel price forecast, owing to weaker demand
26th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Market research and analysis company BMI has lowered its 2026 forecast for the global steel price slightly to $620/t, down from $625/t in its previous forecast, owing to weaker expected steel... 


ECA urges Southern Africa to strengthen economic resilience to better withstand external shocks
26th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Subregional Office for Southern Africa (SRO-SA) has called on countries in the region to accelerate regional integration, strengthen economic resilience... 


Infrastructure, procurement policy and industrialisation in the spotlight
26th June 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the increased attention being given to the link between infrastructure delivery, procurement policy and industrialisation in South Africa, as well... 


Johannesburg collapse risk spurs call for State to run city
26th June 2026 By: Bloomberg

South Africa’s government may soon need to make the politically fraught decision to take control of Johannesburg to avert the city’s financial collapse, according to a consultant appointed by two... 


Complex projects undermined by fragmented processes
26th June 2026

As South Africa ramps up infrastructure investment and increases private sector participation, projects are becoming more complex, multi-stakeholder dependent and time sensitive, says... 


More action, less talk – consulting engineers’ body
26th June 2026 By: Halima Frost

Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action... 


District Energy Council in Upington the first in national pilot programme
25th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) has launched a District Energy Council (DEC) in Upington, in the Northern Cape, that includes representatives from the DEE, State-owned utility Eskom,... 


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Budget

Gauteng tables R179bn 2026/27 budget amid constrained environment
10th March 2026

The Gauteng Provincial Government on Tuesday tabled a R179.2-billion budget for the 2026/27 financial year – an increase of R3.6-billion or 2% year-on-year – targeted at addressing frontline... 


What impact will Africa’s busy 2026 election calendar have on the economic outlook?
6th March 2026

Africa faces one of its most crowded electoral calendars this year at a time of shrinking global tolerance for political risk, turning the ballot box into a policy credibility test for investors... 


PSG welcomes conservative Budget, says moving in right direction
27th February 2026

During a post-Budget briefing on February 27, financial services firm PSG group chief economist Johann Els and PSG policy and regulatory affairs head Ronald King said that, while South Africa faces... 


Competition Policy

Itac recommends increase in import duties for thin gauge, corrosion resistant steel coil
15th June 2026

The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) has recommended the imposition of safeguard measures on imports of corrosion resistant steel coil products for a period of... 


Road, bridge projects would mitigate challenges for local commuters
12th June 2026

Roads entity Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is taking steps to progress several projects to mitigate challenges for South African road users, with the latest development the appointment of... 


Committees must prepare for more demanding executive remuneration conversations – PwC
9th June 2026

Amendments to the Companies Act took effect on May 22 and have fundamentally changed the governance of executive remuneration in South Africa, says assurance, advisory and tax services firm PwC... 


Labour

Upgrades to facilitate safe and seamless logistics, commuting
12th June 2026

Upgrades on the N2 and N3 highways and interchanges, in KwaZulu-Natal, are progressing, says parastatal organisation South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral). The agency notes that the... 


Road, bridge projects would mitigate challenges for local commuters
12th June 2026

Roads entity Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is taking steps to progress several projects to mitigate challenges for South African road users, with the latest development the appointment of... 


Labour Minister pushes youth jobs agenda, tougher stance on undocumented workers
2nd June 2026

Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth says her department is intensifying efforts to tackle unemployment through a combination of employment programmes, skills development initiatives... 


Legislative Environment

Amendment Bill must balance rights of occupiers with safeguarding public housing assets – Nasho
25th June 2026

The proposed Amendment Bill for the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Act must strike an appropriate balance between protecting the rights of occupiers and... 


CISA launches anti-money-laundering practice guide
23rd June 2026

Non-profit professional body the Compliance Institute Southern Africa (CISA) has released is Anti-Money Laundering Practice Guide as a way of intensifying efforts to strengthen financial crime... 


PIC chair to refer Acapulco matter to SIU following legal review of forensic investigation
22nd June 2026

Upon receiving legal advice regarding the implications of the PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) forensic investigation findings, Deputy Finance Minister and Public Investment Corporation (PIC)... 


Macro & Micro

Johannesburg collapse risk spurs call for State to run city
26th June 2026

South Africa’s government may soon need to make the politically fraught decision to take control of Johannesburg to avert the city’s financial collapse, according to a consultant appointed by two... 


Complex projects undermined by fragmented processes
26th June 2026

As South Africa ramps up infrastructure investment and increases private sector participation, projects are becoming more complex, multi-stakeholder dependent and time sensitive, says... 


South Africa producer inflation accelerates to 7.8% y/y in May
25th June 2026

South Africa's producer inflation quickened to 7.8% year on year in May, up from 4.8% in April, statistics agency data showed on Thursday. The Producer Price Index increased 2.6% month on month in... 


State Companies

Nersa publishes draft market inquiry report on fixed, generation capacity charges
26th June 2026

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has published the draft market inquiry report on the impact of fixed charges levied by electricity distributors and State-owned entity Eskom’s... 


Construction begins on R6bn N3 upgrade at Mariannhill Toll Plaza – Sanral
26th June 2026

The South African National Roads Agency Limited’s (Sanral’s) R6-billion project to upgrade the N3 highway between Mariannhill Toll Plaza section 1 and Key Ridge section 2 has started. The... 


More action, less talk – consulting engineers’ body
26th June 2026

Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action... 


Statistical Releases

Sustainability viewed as competitive, as risk of disorderly climate transition grows
23rd June 2026

As concerns grow about the risks of a disorderly climate transition, business leaders worldwide view sustainability as a driver of competitiveness and resilience, says business organisation the... 


Critical minerals are reshaping global trade as demand surges – Unctad
12th June 2026

As the global economy shifts towards cleaner energy systems, electrification and digital technologies, more countries are competing for access to critical minerals. Clean technologies will account... 


Building confidence drops by a further 4 points in the second quarter
10th June 2026

After slipping by one point to 42 index points in the first quarter of this year, the business mood in the building sector fell by a further four points to 38 in the second quarter, the FNB/BER... 


Tourism

To tap into tourism potential, South Africa must address airport, visa bottlenecks – Mavuso
20th April 2026

To seize the opportunity for boosting growth and development presented by tourism, South Africa must address airport capacity constraints, particularly at the OR Tambo International Airport, in... 


Heineken launches a beer voucher scheme for South Africans travelling to Europe
10th April 2026

Global beer giant Heineken has instituted what it calls a Bar de Change at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport, to benefit beer-loving South Africans travelling to Europe. Because of the... 


Made In The Cape notches up 13 signed trade deals for Western Cape companies
13th March 2026

Tourism, trade and investment promotion agency for Cape Town and the Western Cape, Wesgro, earlier this month hosted its yearly international buyers programme, Made In The Cape. The event convenes... 


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