How NERSA's mistakes could lead to higher electricity costs for South Africans

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has admitted to making errors in its revenue decision for Eskom, a blunder that could see consumers paying more for electricity over the next three years. The regulator acknowledged mistakes in...

Stellantis aims to broaden planned South Africa plant's vehicle lineup

GQEBERHA South Africa - Stellantis intends to expand its product line-up at a planned manufacturing plant in South Africa, moving beyond pick-up trucks as shifting market dynamics prompt a strategy rethink, the company's local manager said. The...

Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update

Name of the Project Kusile power plant project. Location Near the Kendal power station, in the Nkangala district of Mpumalanga, in South Africa. Project Owner/s State-owned power utility Eskom. Project Description The Kusile power station project...

ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: Who will win the England vs South Africa match?

England Women will take on South Africa Women on October 3, 2025, at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, in Match No. 4 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. England are favourites, having got the better of South Africa twice in a row and picking...

"Ek wil huis toe gaan": H-2A farmer in America ready to return to South Africa

PG, a humorous Afrikaner H-2A farm worker in the United States, shared that he was ready to return to South Africa after someone mistook him for a refugee In February, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order granting Afrikaners...

ESPN Africa Linear Channels Now Available on Disney+ in South Africa

From today, 02 October 2025, Disney+ customers in South Africa have access to both ESPN and ESPN 2 linear channels, bringing the greatest sporting moments from US and International sporting leagues to the existing vast content library on the...

A woman cried about unemployment abroad before securing a breakthrough in South Africa

A woman shared her story of being unemployed for more than two years before finally receiving a job opportunity She revealed that after constant rejections, she prayed and soon received an unexpected email from a school to which she had applied in...

Why Argentina and South Africa are playing Rugby Championship decider in London

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

How South Africa can shift into the top tier of Mice destinations globally ?

The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (Mice) sector’s growth will depend on whether conferences evolve from being rigid agendas into immersive experiences. The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (Mice) sector’s...

Meet the AI chatbot talking to young South Africans about sex, HIV and self-harm

One way to create demand for HIV prevention meds among young women like Mazibuko is to use AI bots. “It could be a great way to educate about different PrEP options, consider one’s personal situation and potential risk, create demand for...

School Holiday fun in this South African coastal town

If you are in Durban and the surrounding areas, there are heaps of activities to keep your children entertained and experience holiday fun over the spring break, which commenced on 3 October. Learners return to school on 13 October. If swimming...

Volkswagen ‘open’ to product sourcing outside Europe for South Africa

The phasing-out of combustion engines in Europe and availability of such models in China and South America, but with left-hand drive, leaves the local market in a tricky place. Volkswagen Group Africa has not ruled-out the possibility of...

Cape Town's R1. 6 billion contract investigation: What you need to know

The City of Cape Town has revealed that contacts to the value of R1.6bn as cited by the police was not money lost but forms part of the ongoing investigation following the major intelligence driven seizure operation of 26 addresses across the Cape...

South Africa's rental market boom: what every investor and landlord must know about legal risks

While South Africa’s rental market is thriving, investors still need to be aware of the legal risks that can impact even the most experienced landlords and property practitioners. Issues like unpaid rent, damaged properties and contested deposits...

Business conditions improve for fifth consecutive month, PMI shows

Business conditions in South Africa's private sector improved for the fifth month running in September, buoyed by a rise in output and new orders, S&P Global reported on Friday. The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) edged up to 50.2 in September...

Bank Windhoek gets ratings upgrade

Chamwe Kaira The GCR Ratings has upgraded Bank Windhoek Limited’s Namibian long-term national scale issuer rating to AA+(NA) from AA(NA). The short-term issuer rating was affirmed at A1+(NA). The South African long-term issuer rating also moved up...

"'7de Laan' accent": South Africa laughs as man shares how Afrikaans people pronounce brands

Troy Sheperds, a local content creator, shared a TikTok video of himself pronouncing a few local and international brands as if he were an Afrikaans-speaking person The brands included RocoMamas, Wimpy, Cotton On, Vodacom, and Mr Price, to name a...

Dead or alive? Home Affairs official convicted for deciding fates of South Africans

The former Home Affairs employee used her access to the national population register for insurance fraud. Imagine walking into a Home Affairs branch to apply for a passport for a planned trip, only for the system to flag you as a deceased person....

Exploring the mysteries of the universe and the history of South Africa

Untold mysteries the universe holds Have you ever wondered how vast the universe is? Do our little minds know? Or were you too busy worrying about mundane day to day issues to worry about what's happening up in the sky? Or did you think what is...

Despite recent funding uncertainties, global health partnership with South Africa yields successful medical technology

When over 40 faculty, students and staff arrived in Stellenbosch, South Africa in March for the official launch of the SU/NU Global Health Knowledge Hub, the funding of the program was uncertain. Since then, funding has been restored, but only...