The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Parks Tau has withdrawn the draft regulations which list educational institutions as originators of credit information contained in National Credit Act amendment regulations that he published in a Government Gazette on 13 August 2025. Minister Tau’s decision was informed by the overwhelming response, comprising more than 20 …Minister Tau Withdraws the National Credit Act Amendment Regulations Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
South Africa is establishing itself as an emerging leader in the global hemp and cannabis industry by utilising its natural strengths and the increasing momentum of the private sector. The country is transitioning towards a fully regulated, economically driven cannabis and hemp industry, focusing on harmonising laws, boosting local cultivation, and creating export opportunities – …South Africa is Positioning Itself as Rising Leader in Global Hemp and Cannabis Industry Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Parks Tau met with his counterpart, the Algerian Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Mr Kamal Rezig in Algiers, Algeria over the weekend. The meeting discussed the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Economic Cooperation, and agreed to establish trade routes to improve bilateral …South Africa and Algeria to Establish Trade Routes to Improve Trade Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
Wednesday, 10 September 2025: Eskom proudly launched its first fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) yesterday, with the Distribution Division leading the way — a| Eskom
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The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Parks Tau has arrived in Algiers, Algeria for the fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) to promote trade, engage his counterparts, and to lead a delegation of 30 South African businesses who are showcasing their products and services at the fair. The week-long trade fair programme for Tau …Minister Tau arrives in Algeria to promote Intra-Africa trade and engage counterparts Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
South Africa companies participating at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) taking place in Algiers, Algeria from today, 4-10 September 2025, have expressed their excitement at the prospects of successfully showcasing their products at the week-long fair. Speaking prior to the opening ceremony today, the Sales Director of Cubicle Solutions which is based in Pietermaritzburg, Ms …South African Companies Upbeat Ahead of Intra-African Trade Fair in Algeria Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
In the wake of global challenges and heavy tariffs imposed on different sectors, especially the automotives, by the United States of America, two Gqeberha-based companies will be exploring export opportunities in Algeria and other African markets during the fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) that will take place in Algiers, Algeria from 4-10 September 2025. The …Eastern Cape Automotive Firms Head to Algeria to Seek Export Opportunities Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
A Durban-based women-owned company that manufactures clothes, shoes and bags, is set to take advantage of network and export opportunities at the fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) that will take place in Algiers, Algeria from 4-10 September 2025. Afrikan Passion Designs is one of the 30 companies that are supported by the Department of Trade, …Kwazulu-Natal Textile Company to Explore Opportunities in Algeria Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), in partnership with the SAB Foundation, is implementing a comprehensive Export Readiness Programme to prepare emerging South African businesses for international trade. The programme forms part of a structured pathway to develop globally competitive small businesses, with shared investment from both partners. The initiative began earlier …the dtic and SAB Foundation Partner to Boost Export Readiness of Small Businesses Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) will lead a South African business delegation of 30 companies to the fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) that will take place in Algiers, Algeria from 4-10 September 2025. The IATF aims to promote Intra-African trade by connecting businesses, investors, and policymakers from across the continent and …the dtic to Lead Business Delegation to Intra-African Trade Fair in Algeria Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
Friday, 05 September 2025: The power system continues to be stable, resilient and reliable, enabling Eskom to deliver 112 consecutive days without loadshedding as of today. There have been consistently low levels of unplanned outages, underscoring the sustained improvements in the performance of the generation fleet. Unplanned losses due to breakdowns further reduced to 7...| Eskom
Friday, 05 September 2025: Eskom concluded its winter 2025 period on 31 August with only 26 hours of loadshedding across four evenings, successfully supplying| Eskom
Friday, 29 August 2025: Eskom today announced that it has delivered to South Africa 105 consecutive days without loadshedding, supported by consistently low levels of unplanned outages, underscoring the sustained improvements in the performance of the generation fleet. This milestone builds on the momentum of Financial Year (FY) 2025, which recorded 352 loadshedding-free days, and...| Eskom
Friday, 22 August 2025: As of today, unplanned outages reached a notable milestone of 7 265MW. This is the first time the generation fleet has operated below the 8 000MW mark since 11 December 2020, highlighting the structural progress in plant performance as a result of the ongoing implementation of the Generation Recovery Plan. With...| Eskom
Tuesday, 19 August 2025: As part of Eskom’s strategic objective to facilitate a competitive future energy industry, the company is transitioning its generation mix from predominantly coal to a blended portfolio with an increasing proportion of clean energy sources as we approach 2040. In line with this strategy, Eskom has launched its first Renewable Energy...| Eskom
Friday, 15 August 2025: The power system continues to operate reliably, enabling Eskom to meet winter electricity demand effectively. When system constraints do arise, they are managed through the targeted use of emergency reserves during morning and evening peak periods. Electricity demand has been met over 97% of the time during the winter season and...| Eskom
Wednesday, 13 August 2025: Through the Eskom Development Foundation, Eskom has partnered with the South African Red Cross Society (SARCS) to provide much-needed support to communities in the Eastern Cape affected by recent extreme weather conditions. The region has suffered heavy rainfall, flooding, and snowfall, leading to fatalities, significant damage to homes and infrastructure, and...| Eskom
Sunday, 10 August 2025. The month of August is dedicated to raising awareness about electricity safety. This initiative seeks to highlight the dangers associated with electricity and promote safe practices in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Electricity Safety Month is a timely reminder to keep electrical safety top of mind.. The primary objective is to...| Eskom
Friday, 08 August 2025: The power system continues to operate reliably, enabling Eskom to meet winter electricity demand effectively. When system constraints do arise, they are managed through the targeted use of emergency reserves during morning and evening peak periods. Since 15 May 2025, there has been no loadshedding, with loadshedding only implemented for 26...| Eskom
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) has concluded its Outward Selling Mission (OSM) to Nigeria and Ghana, held from 25–30 August 2025. The mission formed part of the dtic’s ongoing mandate to strengthen South Africa’s trade and investment footprint across the continent and to position local companies for opportunities under the African …South African Business Delegation Concludes Outward Selling Mission to Nigeria and Ghana Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
The winners of the Partnering in Business with Germany (PG) Programme Awards were announced at a ceremony held in Cape Town last night. The awards honoured and recognised businesses that have demonstrated exceptional performance and growth as a direct result of their participation in the programme. The awards were presented by the Director of Export …Winners of Partnering in Business with Germany Recognition Awards Announced Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed Proclamation 281 of 2025 that broadens the scope of a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) probe into the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) tender. The new proclamation amends an earlier investigation, initiated by Proclamation R.4 of 2020, which initially focused solely on the affairs of the National Treasury. The investigation has […] The post SIU investigation into IFMS expanded to include SITA and DPSA appeared first on Special Investigating ...| Special Investigating Unit
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) welcomes the landmark judgment delivered by the Special Tribunal, which has declared the awarding of grant funding to the Samaritan Initiative NPO (R16.5 million) and Reagile NPC (R4.658 million) unlawful and invalid. The Tribunal further found former NLC board member, Adv. William Elias Huma, his affiliated entities, and the beneficiary […] The post Two NLC grant funding applications reviewed and set aside, with a former board member ordered to pay back...| Special Investigating Unit
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed Proclamation 270 of 2025, amending Proclamation 30 of 2019 to expand the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) probe into the North West Development Corporation (NWDC). The amendment specifically authorises the SIU to investigate contracts awarded to Tokiso Security Services CC to provide security services to the NWDC and other provincial government […] The post SIU investigation into North West Development Corporation expanded to include more Tokiso Secu...| Special Investigating Unit
The Special Tribunal has reviewed and set aside contracts amounting to R67 million, which were awarded by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure to Kroucamp Plumbers (Pty) Ltd from 2015 to 2019 for services related to vacuum pumping of septic tanks and emergency sewage blockage interventions. The Tribunal has declared these contracts invalid and […] The post SIU obtains R67 million recovery order against Public Works plumbing contractor, prevents a potential R33 million loss appe...| Special Investigating Unit
The Health Sector Anti-Corruption Forum (HSACF) held its quarterly meeting on June 27, 2025, bringing together stakeholders from law enforcement, government, civil society, and the private sector to review progress in tackling fraud, corruption, and maladministration in the health sector. The meeting underscored the forum’s commitment to accountability and transparency, with key updates provided by […] The post Health Sector Anti-Corruption Forum holds quarterly meeting showcasing progres...| Special Investigating Unit
The Local Government Anti-Corruption Forum (LGACF) convened its quarterly meeting on Thursday, 26 June 2025, to assess progress in combating corruption and promoting ethical governance in municipalities across South Africa. Established in September 2020 under the chairship of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and supported by the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) […] The post Local Government Anti-Corruption Forum holds quarterly meeting to strengthen a...| Special Investigating Unit
The Special Tribunal has ruled that two personal protective equipment (PPE) contracts awarded by the Mpumalanga Department of Health to Vitae Zoe (Pty) Ltd, to the combined value of R9 120 000.00, were unlawful and invalid. These contracts were for the supply and delivery of 3,000 infrared non-contact digital body temperature devices, as well as […] The post Two Mpumalanga Health Department PPE contracts worth R9.1 million declared unlawful and invalid appeared first on Special Investigatin...| Special Investigating Unit
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The Acting South African High Commissioner to Ghana, Mr Thando Dalamba, has reaffirmed the strong diplomatic and commercial ties between South Africa and Ghana during the official opening of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition’s (the dtic) Outward Selling Mission (OSM) in Accra, Ghana, yesterday. This second leg of the mission follows engagements held …SA High Commissioner Highlights Strong Economic Ties at Outward Selling Mission in Ghana Read More »| The Department of Trade Industry and Competition