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Copper 360 in landmark copper production from Northern Cape

JSE-listed Copper 360s share price surged 19.2% to R3.10 per share after it achieved landmark production of the commodity from the Northern Cape province, producing 136 tonnes of concentrate over a period of three weeks.The AltX listed firm
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25 Apr 2024

Over 2,000 unclaimed bodies in government mortuaries, health minister Joe Phaahla reveals

By Simon Majadibodu Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla has revealed that there are more than 2,000 unclaimed bodies in government mortuaries in the country, with over 1,300 bodies in KwaZulu-Natal mortuaries alone. Phaahla disclosed thi
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25 Apr 2024

Eskom has spent billions burning diesel to keep the lights on

Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan has disclosed that Eskom has spent billions burning diesel in the past five years.Eskom has spent R64.7 billion between the 2019/2020 and 2023/24 financial year, with more money spent in the las
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25 Apr 2024

Food prices for low-income consumers increasing again

It looks like food prices are starting to rise again as the average cost of the household food basket increased in April after stabilising in March and February. This means that low-income consumers have less money to spend on nutritious food for
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25 Apr 2024

Household food basket rose higher than inflation rate in April

Consumers have been paying prices higher than headline inflation for basic food items as the average cost of the household food basket increased by R312,36 - or 6.2% - in April this year compared to the same month a year ago.This means that
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25 Apr 2024

Eskom expects aggressive surge in electricity generation

After 26 days without loads hedding, Eskom has turned a corner. This is according to the Minister of Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa , who spoke at the weekly briefing on the implementation of the Energy Action Plan.
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23 Apr 2024

N Capes mega solar and storage project is up and running

The Scatec ASA-owned solar and battery energy storage facility based at Kenhardt in the Northern Cape is now fully operational and supplying power to the grid. The project, totalling 540 MW solar and 225 MW/1 140 MWh battery storage, is
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23 Apr 2024

N Cape Liquor Boards relaxation of Sunday sales sparks reactions

The Northern Cape Liquor Boards decision to lift restrictions on Sunday alcohol sales and extend nightclub opening hours has been met with mixed reactions. The province remained one of the last to ban the sale of alcohol on Sundays. Some
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23 Apr 2024

Navigating your tax obligations when buying property in SA as a foreigner or expat

By Geo KilianRecent reports show that currently, the South Africanpropertymarket is booming and that buyers are showing interest from all corners of the globe. The northern suburbs of Johannesburg, and many Western Cape areas, such as Cape
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23 Apr 2024

Okiep back on the map with drill find at old mine

Logistical developments and supply chain spinoffs north of Springbok in the Northern Cape seem certain after exploration company Orian Minerals reported spectacular initial results from drilling at Okiep. According to a report in Small Caps
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23 Apr 2024