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Sahara Group accelerates Africa’s sustainable energy transformation

Sahara Group has reaffirmed its leadership in powering a sustainable African energy future. Through its “Beyond Energy: Fostering Africa’s Sustainable Future” report, the group is doubling down on strategic investments, ethical leadership, and collaborative partnerships to drive the continent’s energy transition. By The Street Journal Key highlights from the latest strategy include: This approach positions […]

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City Power and Unisa earmark stipends for thousands of students

City Power and Unisa are launching a transformative stipend programme that will benefit thousands of financially challenged students across South Africa. The collaboration is part of broader efforts to support equitable access to higher education and address the financial barriers that hamper student progress. By Hypertext Under the agreement, eligible students will receive regular stipends,

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Corporate support restores water at Othandweni Shelter

After months without a reliable water supply, Othandweni Family Care Centre in Soweto has finally had its water system restored—thanks to a coordinated effort involving public services and corporate support. The Johannesburg Roads Agency and Joburg Water led the technical fix, but it was corporate involvement that helped accelerate action and restore dignity to one

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Isuzu powers maths education

Isuzu Motors South Africa has renewed its long-running partnership with Nelson Mandela University’s Govan Mbeki Mathematics Development Centre to support maths education across the Eastern Cape. The initiative will expand the reach of cutting-edge digital teaching tools and training to underserved schools and teachers. By Nelson Mandela University Since 2010, Isuzu has backed the centre’s

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Japan Accelerates Investment in Africa

Tokyo’s Private Sector Is Emerging as a Major Partner in Africa’s Economic Transformation Once hesitant and confined to donor status, Japanese corporations are now seizing opportunities across Africa—led by private capital and strategic investment. By Ben Payton – African Business According to African Business, Japan today accounts for only about 0.5% of Africa’s foreign direct

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Tomatoes yield resilience

Tiger Brands Empowers Limpopo Tomato Farmers Behind Iconic All Gold Sauce Nine smallholder farms in Musina, Limpopo have received critical irrigation infrastructure from Tiger Brands—a move that marks the launch of its Hulisani Programme, aimed at transforming local food security and building sustainable rural livelihoods. By Ashley Lechman – Business Report Climate-Proofing Local Produce After

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MTN Foundation sparks futures

MTN Foundation Champions Education, Digital Inclusion & Economic Empowerment The MTN SA Foundation is intensifying its mission—deploying digital access, targeted education initiatives, and economic empowerment programs to uplift youth, women, and underserved communities across South Africa. By Power FM Bridging the Digital Divide Through Action South Africa’s “digital divide” remains a critical challenge—particularly in rural

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Think Tank warning on R100bn transformation fund

The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) has issued a critical assessment of the South African government’s proposed R100 billion Transformation Fund, arguing that it could inadvertently undermine the objectives of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) By Linda Ensor – Business Live Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau introduced the fund with the intention

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Small business participation in South Africa’s IPP market

By Victor Kgomoeswana – ESD Handbook “It is your thinking that needs an upgrade, not your technology.” This wise reminder from a friend in the 1990s still holds true — especially when applied to how governments approach power generation and independent power producers (IPPs) in Africa. Despite growing awareness of the benefits of liberalising energy

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