Ramokgopa: ‘concerted effort’ reinstates 7 000MW capacity
This comes as load shedding remains suspended due to the continued sustained improvement in generation performance, with 4 400MW reduction in unplanned outages. ...
Load shedding hiatus due to ‘maintenance plan’
Ramokgopa said electricity supply was currently higher than demand, adding that planned maintenance allowed for the accelerated sourcing of spares.
China’s economy beats consensus forecasts in first two months of 2024
The Chinese government has a good track record of reaching the annual growth targets which gives comfort to the rest of the world as China has consistently contributed ...
Budget 2024: Two-pot retirement will be implemented from September 1
The two-pot retirement reform allows pre-retirement access to a portion of one’s retirement assets in times of personal stress such as medical bills or unemployment. ...
Booming Chinese economy sucks in South African exports
OPINION: China’s imports from Africa grew faster than its exports to Africa, but unlike South Africa, the balance was a surplus in China’s favour, writes Helmo Preuss. ...
Recession headlines will squeeze consumer pockets
If the government does not cap fuel prices like in September, the October petrol price could jump by a similar amount to push the price above R17.
OPINION: Well-recognised global brand able to implement resolutions
The BRICS brand is a well-recognised global brand that shows a very high degree of follow-through in implementing resolutions, writes Helmo Preuss.
Slowing US economy a cause of concern
Blackrock's Larry Fink recently warned ?that US growth is slowing on concern whether the Trump administration?s agenda will get through Congress?.