Government has noted the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, which show that headline inflation eased in January. According to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), headline inflation eased from 3.6% in December 2025 to 3.5% in January 2026....
Between 27 January 2026 and 1 February 2026, several electro-mechanical failures occurred at Rand Water’s Palmiet and Zuikerbosch pumpstations, as well as a huge pipe burst at the Rand Water Klipfontein reservoir. These disruptions caused a severe...
Approximately 75% of homeowners plan to go off-grid for electricity, and nearly half are exploring water solutions (Absa Homeowner Sentiment Index, Q2 2025). This shift is exacerbated by pressure on municipal resources: Cape Town’s summer...
The Agricultural Research Council-Natural Resources & Engineering (ARC-NRE) is collaborating with the Department of Agriculture (DoA), the Department of Water & Sanitation (DWS), NB Systems, and the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) to...
As South Africa enters a defining period for climate and environmental justice, The Green Connection and Natural Justice say they remain steadfast in their mission to protect the ocean and coastal livelihoods and heritage, for future generations....
Government has welcomed the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the fourth quarter of 2025 results, which indicate an improvement in key labour market indicators. According to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), employment increased by...
South Africa has made steady progress in stabilising its electricity system over the past three years, with private investment accelerating, load shedding easing and new market reforms beginning to take hold. A new report, Policy to power: 10...
South Africa’s infrastructure future depends on collaboration, innovation, and investment – and the South Africa Infrastructure Expo is where it all comes together. With the national infrastructure market valued at $193 billion, this event is a...
Government departments across South Africa are increasingly relying on digital tools to evaluate public programmes and monitor performance. This is part of broader public-sector reforms. Their aims are to improve accountability, respond to audit...
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) notes the 2026 State of the Nation Address delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday, 12 February 2026. We broadly welcome the renewed focus on strengthening the local government...
