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South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of the African continent, bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Eswatini, with Lesotho as an enclave within its territory. The capital cities are Pretoria (executive), Cape Town (legislative) and Bloemfontein (judicial). With a population of about 60-million people, South Africa has the most industrialised and diversified economy on the continent, historically built on mining—particularly gold, platinum and diamonds—but also encompassing manufacturing, finance, agriculture and services. The country's currency is the rand. South Africa operates as a parliamentary republic with a president serving as both head of state and head of government. It is a member of the Southern African Development Community, the African Union, BRICS Plus and the Commonwealth. The economy is characterised by significant infrastructure, including extensive rail and port networks, but faces challenges including high unemployment, inequality and intermittent electricity supply constraints. Key exports include minerals, metals, vehicles and machinery. Since the end of apartheid in 1994, South Africa has pursued economic liberalisation and regional integration whilst grappling with the legacy of racial segregation and uneven development.

South Africa News


PPS to showcase innovative enclosure solutions at 71st AMEU convention
PPS to showcase innovative enclosure solutions at 71st AMEU convention
28th September 2026

A leading South African Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in the low-voltage electrical enclosure sector, Power Process Systems (PPS), will participate in the 71st Association of Municipal... 


Gold Fields CFO Alex Dall and Gold Fields VP Investor Relations Shilan Modi.
Gold Fields, Northern Star mix looks like match made in heaven but uncertainty prevails
28th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Gold Fields has more than doubled free cash flow in the last 12 months; Northern Star has suffered free cash flow decline in the same period despite the gold price rise. Gold Fields has a settled... 


When Equipment Health Matters: The Role of Rittal Services
When Equipment Health Matters: The Role of Rittal Services
28th September 2026

(Virtual Showroom) In the food and beverage sector, strict hygiene requirements leave little room for equipment failure. Keeping critical equipment clean, well maintained and operating reliably is... 


Building competitive advantage across international markets
Building competitive advantage across international markets
28th September 2026

South African mining equipment manufacturer Multotec examines how adapting its manufacturing, products and service model has enabled it to compete across diverse international markets while... 


SRK Consulting Andrew van Zyl
Harnessing S African expertise, capabilities to compete globally
28th September 2026

SRK Consulting South Africa examines how the country’s long mining history has helped develop technical expertise sought after internationally, and the opportunities emerging as global mineral... 


Ownership structures can shape and create long-term value
Ownership structures can shape and create long-term value
28th September 2026

Vuna Partners examines how ownership structures evolve as industrial businesses grow, and how founder dependence, management capacity, capital allocation and strategic shareholding can influence a... 


How structure, leadership and governance determine investment and growth
How structure, leadership and governance determine investment and growth
28th September 2026

RMB Ventures examines what makes an industrial business ready for outside investment or a strategic partner, including leadership depth, governance, transparency and the ability to reduce... 


Paola Ferrari of Epiroc and Mark Salmon of Differential Capital
Consolidation is reshaping mining and industrial services
28th September 2026

Epiroc and Differential Capital discuss the forces driving consolidation across mining and industrial services and what strategic buyers and investors are looking for when assessing potential... 


Keith Webb, senior investment banker at Rand Merchant Bank, and Liz Kolobe, partner at Agile Capital,
Ownership structures can shape how an industrial business grows, accesses capital
28th September 2026

Rand Merchant Bank and Agile Capital look at the capabilities, growth strategies and market opportunities that enable industrial businesses to build sustainable long-term value. 


Andrew Bahlmann and Rick Grantham of Deal Leaders International
Selling a business successfully is more than the exit
28th September 2026

Deal Leaders International discusses what business owners can do to build transaction-ready businesses and prepare for a successful sale, recapitalisation or succession. 


NRF symposium puts the next generation of researchers at the centre of South Africa’s research future
28th September 2026

The National Research Foundation (NRF) will bring together South Africa’s next generation and emerging researchers, leading scholars, research institutions, industry and other National System of... 


One death every 13 minutes: why South Africa can’t let its 2027 clean-fuels window pass
28th September 2026

South Africa's vehicle-emission standards have not been updated  since 2006, leading citizens to breathe pollution-filled air linked to life-threatening illness and even premature death. Research... 


Northern Star's Carosue Dam processing circuit
Australia's Northern Star rejects $27bn takeover approach from Gold Fields
28th September 2026 By: Reuters

Australia's top gold producer Northern Star Resources said it rejected an unsolicited A$38.7-billion ($27.1-billion) takeover proposal from South Africa's Gold Fields, the latest sign of... 


On the road to better health: Engen supports truck drivers this Transport Month
On the road to better health: Engen supports truck drivers this Transport Month
25th September 2026

Every October over Transport Month, Engen rolls out free voluntary health screenings for truck drivers across South Africa.  This annual initiative reaffirms its commitment to the health, safety,... 


Port of Ngqura
South Africa's Transnet begins process to expand manganese export capacity
25th September 2026 By: Reuters

South Africa's State-owned logistics operator Transnet said on Friday it has started the process of picking a private sector partner to develop and operate a new manganese export terminal for 25... 


The heritage South Africans share with electric vehicles
The heritage South Africans share with electric vehicles
25th September 2026

SOUTH AFRICANS marked Heritage Day recently, whilst also an opportunity to reflect on the country's electric vehicle history, and what it will take to write the next chapter. The James Hall Museum... 


Eskom chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati
Reappointed Nyati links Eskom unbundling to board’s new top priority of electricity affordability
25th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom chairperson Dr Mteto Nyati, whose term has been extended by a further three years, says the board’s top priority has shifted from guaranteeing electricity stability to ensuring affordability.... 


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Green industrialisation hinges on demand, infrastructure, skills and investment
25th September 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s transition to a lower-carbon economy could create significant opportunities for local manufacturing, but unlocking these opportunities will require predictable demand, suitable... 


Rainbow Rare Earths CEO George Bennett
Rainbow Rare Earths secures Neo Performance Materials as technical, offtake partner
25th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

London-listed Rainbow Rare Earths has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Toronto-listed Neo Performance Materials for technical support and design input for Rainbow's final solvent... 


Water drop from tap
OMMP Stage 1 secures $200m New Development Bank loan
25th September 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The New Development Bank (NDB) and National Treasury have signed a $200-million loan agreement to support Stage 1 of the Olifants Management Model Programme (OMMP), National Treasury announced on... 


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