South African News
South Africa will not interfere with US refugee programme for white minority, email says
By: Reuters 8th January 2026 US and South African officials reached an agreement during a closed-door meeting in late December to allow the US to continue its controversial... →
Platinum jewellery demand continues to show resilience amid market fluctuations 
By: Martin Creamer 7th January 2026 Global platinum jewellery demand has shown notable third-quarter (Q3) resilience as consumers in key markets seek value and authenticity amid... →
Nersa invites comments on MYPD6 redetermination consultation paper
By: Schalk Burger 7th January 2026 The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) invites members of the public to submit comments on its consultation paper on 'Nersa... →
Mixed reactions to Mothibi’s NDPP appointment
By: Thabi Shomolekae 7th January 2026 Political parties on Wednesday expressed mixed reactions at the appointment of Special Investigating Unit head Advocate Andy Mothibi as the... →
Eskom reports no new breaches in online vending system
By: Schalk Burger 7th January 2026 State-owned power utility Eskom says there are no new issues regarding the Online Vending System (OVS) breach, which had first been disclosed... →
BLSA welcomes Mothibi's appointment as National Director of Public Prosecutions
By: Schalk Burger 7th January 2026 Business organisation Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) welcomes the appointment of Advocate Jan Lekgoa Mothibi as the National Prosecuting... →
Ramaphosa appoints SIU head Andy Mothibi as NDPP
By: Thabi Shomolekae 7th January 2026 Following publicised interviews with nominated candidates to find South Africa’s next National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), President... →
South Africa relaxes laws to salvage firms hit by power costs
By: Bloomberg 7th January 2026 South Africa eased antitrust rules to allow competitors in industries hit by high power costs to cooperate on negotiating cheaper power supply in a... →
