New Cherry Export Deal With China Signed
This week, a groundbreaking export deal was signed between South Africa and China, granting South African cherry producers access to the Chinese Market with zero-tariffs. This will boost the South African economic market significantly, as China is the world’s largest importer of cherries.
Extra Public Holiday In November Made Official
Declared official by President Cyril Ramaphosa, the 4th November 2026; which is South Africa’s local government election day; has been announced a public holiday.
Eskom Collaborates With National Development Agency To Support Eastern Cape Schools
During this week, around 28 Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres in the town of Cala, Eastern Cape, received R1.6 million worth of valuable learning and teaching materials.
Severe El Niño Warning Issued By SAWS
This week, the country has been issued a warning by the South African Weather Services (SAWS) of below-average rainfall and above-average temperatures expected this spring. This is due to El Niño developing and intensifying in the Pacific Ocean.
Thousands of Jobs Arise From New Cornubia Development
Situated in the north of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, the new Cornubia Business Park is expected to yield thousands of job opportunities as its first phase of development concludes.
Tourism Rise Boosts Economy & Job Creation
The tourism sector not only highlights the beautiful South African landmarks and cities, but also contributes to job creation, the bolstering of the economy, and helps reinvigorate townships, small towns, parks, and heritage sites across the nation.
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Cash Remains Popular Payment Form For South Africans
According to feedback from experts in the banking, finance, and legal fields at ENSafrica, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) recognised that digital and cash payments will continue to coexist across the nation.
R131 Million Injection For Local Government Infrastructure
Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) has over the last 18 months committed R131 million to local government infrastructure across the country, stated Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson
South Africa Prepared For Possible El Niño
The South African Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is keeping a close eye on the development of the weather phenomenon El Niño, which is expected to occur during the summer. This will cause hotter temperatures and below-average rainfall across parts of Southern Africa.
Major Citrus Export Deal With India Sees Breakthrough
After a negotiation period that lasted close to ten years, the South African citrus industry has confirmed a major breakthrough in the Indian citrus market. India agreed on additional citrus treatment options for the South African fruit exported, opening up a market to approximately 1.5 billion people.
Statistics Show National Inflation Ease
For the first time in five months, the South African government has welcomed the easing of consumer inflation, with the release of Statistics South Africa reporting a 0,7% decline. This shows a decrease in inflation from 5,0% in June, to 4,3% in July. This drop is an indicator of relief to households through reduced cost of living.
Lower Electricity Plans Outlined for South Africans
Reflected in the country’s Revised Electricity Pricing Policy, the South African government is aiming to reduce the high cost of electricity to protect vulnerable households and important economic sectors.
New Electronic Travel Authorisation System Launches
This week, the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system in South Africa was launched, which is implemented to expedite processing times for travellers, provide better security, as well as to expand economic growth.
Port Diversion Plan in Motion to Combat Fruit Export Loss
In previous years, the Port of Cape Town experienced operational failures due to extremely high wind speeds, which led to significant losses for fruit producers. As the current summer export season draws closer, a new recovery plan to combat these losses has been announced by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy.
New Housing Units Handed Over in Soweto
This week, 197 housing units were handed over to beneficiaries at the Jabulani Parcel K Mega Project, Soweto. The project is expected to produce 704 units, with Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane personally overseeing the handover of homes.
New Home Affairs Services Locator Launched
On Monday this week, a new online service was launched by the Department of Home Affairs, which allows the public to search for their nearest participating bank branches. This makes it easier for citizens to apply for a Smart ID Card.