Eskom forecasts profit and operational turnaround in South Africa

For the first six months of FY2025, from April to September 2024, the power utility reported substantial operational improvements, including a 4% year-on-year increase in sales volumes and a dramatic R11.9bn reduction in diesel usage. Crucially, no …

7 killed, 5 injured after minibus overturns in NE South Africa

JOHANNESBURG, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) -- At least seven people died and five others were injured on Monday morning after their minibus overturned on the N3 road in South Africa's northeastern province of Mpumalanga, local authorities confirmed. According to …

Save South Africa civic movement slams Joburg Water for metro's water crisis

JOHANNESBURG - Civic movement, Save South Africa has slammed Johannesburg Water for the metro's water crisis. Joburg Mayor Dada Morero said the recent water woes were down to a few issues, including regional drought, illegal water connections and the …

South Africa: Fast food chain slapped with $54336 fine for contravening CPA

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has welcomed the ruling issued by the National Consumer Tribunal - which confirmed that the Gauteng-based fast food chain, Braai Block, violated provisions of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA). The Tribunal has since …

Exploring South Africa’s Iconic Buildings: A 2024 Architectural Roundup       

Over the course of the past year, Visi’s ‘Building an Icon’ series profiled some of South Africa’s most fascinating local landmarks and their equally fascinating histories. See the recap here and delve deeper into the full stories that are certain to give …

These Content Creators Amplified their Voices to Make Sure that Africa is Seen and Appreciated

Niyi Fagbemi (@theniyifagbemi) is a cinematographer, drone pilot and filmmaker, who uses TikTok to portray the splendour and rich heritage of Nigerian culture through stunning visuals. Siphelele Sibiya (@ popi_sibiya) combines her passion for travel with …

EBID wins the Africa Sustainability Award

The Advisory Board of the African Sustainability Awards in partnership with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has selected the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) as the winner of the Financial …

AFRICA UPDATE: Africa Rising From Brain Drain To Brain Gain

Cyclone Chido reveals southern Africa’s climate vulnerabilities

Cyclone Chido caused widespread devastation in Mozambique and Malawi, displacing thousands and highlighting the growing threat of extreme weather fueled by climate change. Mimi Mefo Takambou and Josephine Mahachi report for Deutsche Welle. In short: …

The 7th Africa Youth In Tourism Summit (AYTIS) 2025 To Set The Stage In Nairobi