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The cost of topping up the tank of a large diesel vehicle could increase by nearly R62 if a fuel station passed the wholesale increase directly onto the retail price.

Foreign investment, along with a recovering tourism sector and stable exchange rate, is helping sustain momentum in South Africa’s property market ...

The climate talks at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, closed with gains for Africa, Indigenous peoples and adaptation finance — but the summit’s failure to agree on a global fossil fuel phase-out overshadowed ...

Eskom has successfully resolved a R580 million dispute with the Stefanutti Stocks Basil Read Joint Venture, stemming from building contracts at the Kusile Power Station. This settlement, reached after constructive negotiations, marks a significant milestone in Eskom's strategy to manage legacy contract issues while safeguarding public funds.

Government attempts to crack down on illicit fuel have created a regulatory gap that makes it more difficult for legitimate stakeholders to store aviation fuel, leading to constraints at some of the ...

SA’s annual consumer inflation climbed to 3.6% in October, up from 3.4% in September, marking the highest reading since September 2024.

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South Africans preparing for the festive season may need to temper their holiday cheer, with a big fuel price hike looming in December.

South African drivers should brace for higher fuel costs in December, as the latest data from the Central Energy Fund shows increasing under-recoveries for all fuel grades.

South African motorists could soon see a price hike at the pumps, with both petrol and diesel prices expected to rise in early December.

With the eyes of the world focused on South Africa, attention now turns to the historic first ever G20 Leaders’ Summit on African soil.

South Africa's Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources announces a significant decrease in fuel prices, effective from midnight on November 5, 2025, providing much-needed relief for motorists and businesses ahead of the festive season.

Government officials, business leaders, and civil society participants convene in Heidelberg, Gauteng, to tackle the pressing issue of de-industrialisation and its devastating impact on South Africa's small towns.

Red Rocket's Tournee Solar Park marks a historic milestone in South Africa's renewable energy sector, being the first project to reach financial close under Eskom's innovative land lease initiative. This ambitious project aims to power 224,000 homes and significantly reduce carbon emissions.

SAFCEI warns that Eskom's plans for a 20-year licence extension for Koeberg Unit 2 may compromise safety, citing outdated data and inadequate assessments by the National Nuclear Regulator.

Red Rocket's financial closure for the Tournee Solar Park signals a pivotal moment for South Africa's renewable energy ambitions, promising a sustainable future.

NERSA's admission of a R54 billion error in Eskom's revenue decision could lead to significant electricity price hikes for consumers over the next three years, raising concerns about regulatory accountability and public trust.

Experts warn that a recent R54 billion settlement between Eskom and NERSA will lead to significant electricity tariff hikes, impacting South African households and municipalities. Consumer groups express concern over the long-term effects on affordability and economic stability.

Activists in Johannesburg rally against Standard Bank and Total Energies, calling for an end to fossil fuel financing and demanding accountability for ecological destruction.

Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will visit Medupi and Matimba Power Stations on Tuesday to assess Eskom's Generation Recovery Plan.

As Tembisa residents protest against a controversial electricity surcharge, the EFF stands in solidarity, demanding its removal amid rising living costs.

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says electricity in South Africa has become unaffordable for many, warning that rising tariffs are forcing poor households to choose between basic needs and power.

Eskom has announced a delay in the return of Unit 1 at the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, South Africa's only nuclear facility, moving the expected service date from July to August. This decision comes as the unit undergoes critical maintenance to ensure safety and reliability

City Power has launched a vital campaign to recover R1. 6 billion in unpaid electricity bills, targeting defaulters in Hursthill, Auckland Park, and Northcliff

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa warns that municipal debt to Eskom is skyrocketing by R3 billion each month, posing a severe threat to the utility's financial stability and exacerbating energy poverty across South Africa

City Power's new Free Basic Electricity programme aims to support low-income households in Johannesburg by providing 50kWh of free electricity monthly, tackling issues of electricity theft and enhancing access to essential services.

The City of Cape Town is making strides with its R200 million solar plant in Atlantis, aiming to power the local grid with 12,850 solar panels by year-end.

Eskom has announced Stage 2 load shedding from Tuesday, affecting electricity supply during peak hours.

Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane outlines the utility's winter outlook for 2025, highlighting improvements in operational performance and the potential for rolling blackouts if demand increases.

A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.

Major economies are overstating how much carbon their forests can absorb in a climate accounting fudge that could allow them to use even more fossil fuels, new research said.

Eskom has announced the suspension of load shedding following a recovery of 2015MW in generation capacity, while ongoing maintenance aims to prepare for increased winter demand.

Eskom eases South Africans' fears by confirming no load shedding is necessary, following a recovery in generation capacity and a decline in electricity demand.

Eskom's Stage 2 load shedding kicks in as electricity demand surges, prompting urgent calls for conservation amidst a deepening energy crisis.

Keen to end its reliance on rice imports, Indonesia wants to plant vast tracts of the crop, along with sugar cane for biofuel.

As Earth Month unfolds, South Africa faces a critical environmental challenge with rising concerns over fossil fuel development in the Outeniqua Basin. The Green Connection and Natural Justice have lodged formal objections against oil and gas surveys, highlighting the potential for catastrophic ecological damage.

Cape Town's new compulsory smart meters promise accurate readings and energy savings for residents, despite past concerns over costs.

The DFFE has granted Eskom limited exemptions from pollution regulations for eight coal-fired power stations, balancing energy security with environmental concerns.