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Published on 14:48 GMT

Opinion: Why Eskom's carbon intensity may become the biggest strategic challenge for South African exporters

In this article, EE Business Intelligence MD Chris Yelland writes that the immediate impact of the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on South African exports is relatively limited, but as the CBAM is expanded over time, the country may …

Source: Engineering News - Neutral
Published on 08:56 GMT

The tragic realities of poverty in South Africa: A call for change

YUSUF ISMAIL looks at the tragic realities of poverty in South Africa, highlighting the systemic issues that perpetuate inequality and the urgent need for societal change. PRESENTLY there is an ongoing investigation with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on 07:36 GMT

Cosatu: balancing South African workers' Rights and xenophobia

Solly Phetoe|Published 2 hours ago South African workers are hurting. We wake up every day to the same story: no jobs, no hope, no safety. In this climate, migration has become a flashpoint. The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) believes we …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on 12:55 GMT

Glencore South Africa's smelter cancels job cuts planned after electricity deal

Glencore's South African ferrochrome smelting division announced on Monday that it had cancelled plans to lay off up to 1,500 employees after the country's energy regulatory agency 'approved discounted electricity costs for the sector. South …

Source: World Energy News - Connecticut - Pending
Published on 09:24 GMT

South Africa must continue to pursue reform programme to maintain stability – BLSA

The decision by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) last week to hike interest rates by 25 basis points in response to rising global inflation is the correct call, business organisation Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busi Mavuso writes in …

Source: Engineering News - Neutral
Published on 14:33 GMT

EU aims to use investor roadshow to convert €12bn pledge into South African projects

The EU, which announced a €12-billion investment package for South Africa in October, is undertaking investment roadshows in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban this week as part of efforts to convert the high-profile investment pledge into firm projects …

Source: Mining Weekly - Neutral
Published on 06:42 GMT

Mezzanine and Open Access Energy Partner to Accelerate Virtual Wheeling Adoption Across South Africa’s Renewable Energy ...

Mezzanine and Open Access Energy (OAE) have entered into a formal reseller agreement, bringing together two technology-driven businesses committed to advancing South Africa’s liberalising electricity market. Under the agreement, OAE will market, sell, and …

Source: AfricaBusiness.com - Pending
Published on 09:20 GMT

Glencore’s South African smelter cancels planned job cuts after electricity deal

South Africa, the world’s biggest chrome ore producer, has lost its position as the top processor of chrome into ferrochrome to China mainly due to high electricity costs, with a sharp increase in power costs forcing dozens of smelting plants to shut.

Source: CNBC Africa - Neutral
Published on 08:02 GMT

Letters: South Africans question leadership, identity, accountability and peace

Letters to the editor The limits of the Abraham Accords Any accord, including the Abraham Accords, that fails to end Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land and disregards the Palestinian struggle for freedom cannot deliver genuine peace. The Abraham …

Source: Daily News - Indeterminate
Published on 07:57 GMT

Warnings of financial pressure as South Africa's interest rates rise

The interest rate hike announced by the Monetary Policy Committee of the SA Reserve Bank may have been seemingly modest - a 25 basis point increase in the country’s policy rate - but was likely to compound existing financial pressures faced by households …

Source: IOL - Pro-Government
Published on 06:04 GMT

Dis-Chem is under investigation, and money flooding back into South Africa – BusinessTech

The rand remained stable on Friday as investors awaited the release of monthly data from the central bank, the revenue service, and the National Treasury for insights into the health of Africa’s largest economy. The rand was trading at 16.2275 against the …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on 03:31 GMT

Nearly Half of South African Adults Lack Matric Qualification, New Data Shows

Close to half of South African adults remain without a matric qualification, according to the latest General Household Survey released by Statistics South Africa. The 2025 data reveals that approximately 18.9 million people aged 20 and older—representing …

Source: South Africa Today - Right-wing
Published on 13:45 GMT

Review: New energy from Baic with the B30e

The Baic B30e shows new energy from the manufacturer Hybrids, hybrids and more hybrids. It’s an offering many Chinese manufacturers have moved to in the past year in South Africa. There’s three reasons for this. Despite Chinese vehicles being visually …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Left-wing
Published on 11:57 GMT

Free electricity boost on the table as government weighs major change for millions of households

Indigent households in South Africa could soon get up to 150 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of free electricity per month. Currently, the Free Basic Electricity (FBE) allocation is 50 kWh per month, but Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa told …

Source: IOL - Pro-Government
Published on 10:36 GMT

Nersa completes its consideration and approval of electricity distributors’ tariffs

The National Electricity Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) announced on Sunday that it had completed the evaluation and approval process for all the tariff applications from licensed municipal and private electricity distributors. These numbered 176, and …

Source: Engineering News - Neutral
Published on 06:27 GMT

What will really drive higher electricity bills this winter… and how to lower them

As temperatures begin to drop, many households will be preparing themselves for the higher electricity bills that winter is known for. Couple this seasonal inevitability with constantly rising electricity prices, and the monthly bills begin to bite more …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Center-right
Published on 09:02 GMT

Peter Obi promises to raise Nigeria’s electricity supply to 10,000MW in four years if elected

Peter Obi has promised to raise Nigeria’s electricity generation and distribution to 10,000MW within four years if elected president, saying reliable power is key to economic growth. Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has …

Source: Pulse - Neutral
Published on 07:54 GMT

Peter Obi eyes 10,000MW electricity expansion within four years

Peter Obi, the former Anambra State governor who rattled Nigeria’s political establishment in the 2023 presidential race, accepted the presidential nomination of the Nigerian Democratic Congress on Saturday, pledging to more than triple the country’s …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on May 31, 2026

"I knew it'd end up here": American skater says he wants to live in South Africa in TikTok video

Jason Vanporppal, the American who travelled from Uganda to South Africa by skateboard, completed his mission, but he was completely taken by his final destination The American had a whirlwind experience when he travelled through South Africa without the …

Source: Briefly - Neutral

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 13:07 GMT

Ocean Power Technologies Expands International Defense Engagements Across Europe

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J., June 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: OPTT) (“OPT” or the “Company”), a leader in innovative and cost-effective low-carbon marine power, data, and service solutions, today announced …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 11:39 GMT

Global Low Voltage Cable Market Growth Driven by Renewable Energy and Urban Development

Low voltage cable market is projected to reach $278.7 billion by 2032, driven by renewable energy and infrastructure growth. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 11:18 GMT

Capacitor Bank Industry Outlook, Trends, Share, and Forecast Through 2033

Capacitor bank market is projected to reach $6.8 billion by 2033, driven by renewable energy and grid efficiency needs. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Technology ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 10:18 GMT

Solar Motion Sensor Wall Light Market Growth Fueled by Security and Energy Savings

Solar motion sensor wall light market is projected to reach $396.1 million by 2031 driven by security and energy-efficient lighting. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Energy Industry ...

Published on June 1, 2026 - 14:05 GMT

Semi-Mobile Crushing Plant Market Size Worth $2.21 Billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by The Business Research Company

Semi-Mobile Crushing Plant Market Size Worth $2.21 Billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by The Business Research Company LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The semi-mobile crushing plant sector is …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 11:46 GMT

Storms Cut Power to Tens of Thousands in Western Australia

(MENAFN) Tens of thousands of homes were left without electricity after severe storms swept through the southern parts of Western Australia over the weekend, bringing down trees and power lines and triggering hundreds of emergency responses, according to …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 11:51 GMT

Back-to-Back Storms Batter Western Australia, Causing Power Outages

(MENAFN) Tens of thousands of Western Australian residents were left without electricity Monday after a brutal pair of storms tore through the state's southern half over the long weekend, toppling trees, downing power lines, and triggering hundreds of …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 04:42 GMT

Entogo: Power Equipment, Not Compute, Now Sets the AI Data Center Timeline

With DOE data putting transformer lead times near four years, a new Entogo analysis examines why sourcing, not silicon, now sets when a data center energizes. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, May 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The constraint on building an …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Hampton Securities Announces Closing of C$20.5M MAX Power Offering With Eric Sprott as Lead Order

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hampton Securities Limited ("Hampton Securities") is pleased to announce the closing of a brokered private placement financing for MAX Power Mining Corp. ("MAX Power…

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

HazMat Safety Consulting to Host Webinar on Avoiding Regulatory Pitfalls in Product Development

Free June 9 LinkedIn Live session helps product, safety, and compliance teams cut DG costs and prevent delays before they start. WAXAHACHIE, TX, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HazMat Safety Consulting (HSC), a subsidiary of …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

Edgecom Energy Launches the Agentic AI Energy Studio, Giving Energy Teams a Way to Put Their Operations on Autopilot

New no-code studio lets commercial, industrial, utility, and grid-operator teams build energy management workflows that respond to peaks, and more. TORONTO, CANADA, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Edgecom Energy today announced the launch of the …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry, Environment ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 12:12 GMT

EIN Presswire Announces June Special on Press Release Distribution Packages

Discounted packages include bonus credits WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As organizations continue adapting to an increasingly crowded and AI-driven media environment, EIN Presswire has introduced a limited- …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

True North & Telewave.io Partner to Deliver Mission-Critical Solutions for Utilities, Cities, and Municipalities

The collaboration of True North and Telewave.io will Bring Modernization to Utilities, Cities, and Municipalities enabled by Operational Digital Twins AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True North and Telewave.io today …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Energy Industry ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 11:39 GMT

Global Low Voltage Cable Market Growth Driven by Renewable Energy and Urban Development

Low voltage cable market is projected to reach $278.7 billion by 2032, driven by renewable energy and infrastructure growth. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

United Energy Corporation (OTC: UNRG) Acquires Alkane in $31 Million Strategic Transaction

United Energy Expands LNG & Distributed Power Platform as AI Infrastructure Drives Energy Demand United Energy Corporation (OTCMKTS:UNRG) PLANO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Energy Corporation (“United” or …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 10:18 GMT

Solar Motion Sensor Wall Light Market Growth Fueled by Security and Energy Savings

Solar motion sensor wall light market is projected to reach $396.1 million by 2031 driven by security and energy-efficient lighting. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

Green Pace Financial Closes $85.5MM in C-PACE, Adding Specialty Use Assets to its Suite of Full Capital Stack Solutions

$85.5M in C-PACE recapitalization closed by Green Pace Financial, Inc. on Frontwave Arena and Legends Bay Casino. Long-term, fixed-rate, non-recourse financing SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Pace Financial …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 08:30 GMT

Harald de Vries veröffentlicht Praxisbuch zur Fördermittelprüfung von Betriebskosten in Unternehmen

Das neue Buch „Geldregen statt Verlust – Betriebskosten fördern lassen“ zeigt, wie Unternehmen laufende und geplante Kosten systematisch prüfen können. BERLIN, BERLIN, GERMANY, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harald de Vries, Gründer von KMU. …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Book Publishing Industry ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 07:03 GMT

Three Reputable Cable Machine Manufacturers in China 2026: Boosting Wire & Cable Production Efficiency

Focusing on Innovative Equipment: Enhancing Intelligence and Automation in Wire & Cable Production CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kunshan, China, June 1, 2026 — The global wire and cable industry is …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 05:44 GMT

RevaTerra Joins New York Tech Week Amid Rising Demand for Energy Infrastructure

RevaTerra co-founders join New York Tech Week as demand grows for scalable renewable bioenergy solutions for industrial infrastructure. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RevaTerra, the world’s first AI-powered bioenergy …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 05:19 GMT

Falcone Mining LLC Announces Strategic 25-Year Mining Joint Venture in Tanzania

Majority-owned partnership secures long-term access to gold, rare earths, and critical minerals with exclusive international offtake rights. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Falcone Mining LLC today announced the …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 05:15 GMT

Grandiosity Events 10th Celebrity PoloxJazz and partnership to benefit Alpha Phi Alpha General McGee STEM on June 20th

10th Celebrity PoloxJazz by Grandiosity Events is like "a Derby Day Party” but grander - on the Baltimore Peninsula on Saturday June 20. Get your tickets now. SILVER SPRING, MD, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alpha …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 04:42 GMT

Entogo: Power Equipment, Not Compute, Now Sets the AI Data Center Timeline

With DOE data putting transformer lead times near four years, a new Entogo analysis examines why sourcing, not silicon, now sets when a data center energizes. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, May 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The constraint on building an …

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Published on June 1, 2026 - 04:00 GMT

Argent LNG Submits 4 Additional Resource Reports to FERC, Advancing 25 MTPA Terminal Through Federal Permitting Process

Filing of Resource Reports 2, 3, 8, and 9 marks continued systematic progression through FERC's pre-filing environmental review framework METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Argent LNG Submits Four Additional Resource …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on June 1, 2026 - 03:00 GMT

AMAX Accelerates AI Factory Performance with New Intel Xeon 6+ Processors

FREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, May 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AMAX today announced support for the new Intel Xeon 6+ processor across its next-generation AI platforms, expanding its portfolio of high-density infrastructure for modern data …

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Published on May 30, 2026 - 15:09 GMT

Gorto Freight Strengthens Trans-Pacific Logistics with Multimodal China to USA Services

Gorto Freight offers multimodal China-to-USA shipping, including sea, air, and express delivery, with flexible, cost-effective door-to-door solutions. USA, NY, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gorto Freight, a leading freight …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

Building For Tomorrow - A Conversation with Director Oscar Montoya

How the Port Mansfield Bulkhead and Staging Dock Project Positions Willacy County for Maritime Opportunity RAYMONDVILLE, TX, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Willacy County Navigation District (WCND) today provided a …

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Published on May 29, 2026 - 19:51 GMT

TV Program Features Texas Electric Utility Coping with Growth

This week’s episode of “White House Chronicle,” which airs beginning on May 29, was filmed at Rayburn Electric Cooperative in Rockwall, Texas. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There is a national electricity …

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