South Africa has welcomed the African Union’s declaration of 2026 as the Year of Water, an important recognition that water security is fundamental to achieving the continent’s developmental aspirations. Speaking at the inaugural...
As infrastructure investment remains key to government’s developmental agenda, Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba says the newly built Cost Centre in Marble Hall demonstrates the government’s commitment to stronger service delivery and improved...
South Africa’s water governance framework is built on one of the most progressive constitutional foundations in the world. Yet the gap between the lawful right to use water and practical delivery remains one of the country’s most pressing...
Bilateral aid to Africa fell by nearly a quarter in 2025, the largest annual decline in the history of official development assistance. Meanwhile, sovereign debt interest payments now consume on average 27% of government revenues across the...
As South Africa’s private renewable energy market accelerates, Nordex Energy South Africa (NESA) is reinforcing its presence in the Western Cape with the supply of 33 Delta 4000 turbines to the 194 Megawatt (MW) Zen and Bergriver wind projects....
Applications for the prestigious Artisans of Mzansi are open, affording artisanal entrepreneurs throughout South Africa the opportunity to compete for prize money of up to R200 000. Hopefuls have until 30 June 2026 to submit their applications to...
Climate change, biodiversity loss, water scarcity, pollution, food insecurity and infrastructure resilience are increasingly connected, with impacts felt across economies, industries and communities worldwide. Observed annually on 5 June and led by...
Circular Energy NPC is driving innovation in South Africa’s waste sector through a pioneering Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) recycling initiative. As a registered Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), Circular Energy supports their trusted member...
Johannesburg Water’s systems continue to show encouraging signs of recovery following the completion of Rand Water’s planned maintenance programme on 2 June 2026. Crown Gardens System The Crown Gardens System continues to improve, with...
The Water Research Commission (WRC), in partnership with the South African Weather Service (SAWS), will commemorate World Environment Day 2026 by recognising the critical role of citizen scientists in advancing climate action under the global...
