TymeBank reaches 10 million customers as it attracts record …
Oct 2, 2024 · The bank now has almost R7 billion in customer deposits, making it the fastest growing bank in South Africa based on customer deposits. TymeBank has disbursed more than $600 million (R12 billion) to over 80,000 small businesses in South Africa. TymeBank, the first digital bank to reach profitability in Africa, has achieved a significant milestone […]
Cape Town’s commitment to recycling: how plastic waste comes …
Nov 8, 2024 · By Hugh Tyrrell THE City of Cape Town is taking significant strides in plastics recycling through the establishment of its materials recovery facilities (MRFs), and initiatives aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting a circular economy. The City’s MRF in Kraaifontein has been operational for years, efficiently sorting plastic and other recyclables by type and […]
City of Cape Town progresses with plans for permanent …
Oct 13, 2024 · IN the face of climate change, unpredictable rainfall and a growing population, the City’s plans for a permanent desalination plant is a key project in the City’s New Water Programme (NWP) and Water Strategy, which aims to diversify drinking water supply resources. The desalination project is expected to produce 50 to 70-million litres of water […]
South African Businesses Urged to Enforce E-Waste Regulations
Oct 10, 2024 · By Larry Claasen. South Africa e-waste regulations, which aim to reduce electronic waste, came into effect on 4 November 2021.However, in a recent interview with CBN, E-waste Recycling Authority (ERA) CEO Ashley du Plooy highlighted that many businesses have yet to embrace the regulations fully. This lack of enforcement is impacting the nation’s ability to manage e-waste effectively.
Solving SA’s e-waste crisis requires collaboration, awareness - CBN
Sep 16, 2024 · AS far as electronic waste in South Africa goes, the work has only just begun. Fortunately, key players like E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) are making strides in this area, as shown by their recently released 2023 Annual Report. Responsible for processing 22% of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) national target of […]
Somerset Mall embarks on a multimillion-rand expansion project
Dec 11, 2024 · Major retail destination set to launch a new era of retail and leisure by November 2025 and July 2026 Somerset Mall, the dominant shopping destination in the Helderberg region, has announced plans for a landmark expansion project aimed at redefining retail in the Western Cape. The first phase of this ambitious redevelopment is scheduled for […]
South Africa needs R319-billion to fund Green Hydrogen plans
Nov 8, 2024 · South Africa has ambitious Green Hydrogen goals but the government still needs to specify how it is going to fund it. By Larry Claasen GREEN Hydrogen has been touted as an environmentally friendly energy alternative to fossil fuels, as it does not produce greenhouse gases. However, if South Africa wants to be a major international […]
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SA Canegrowers welcomes call by DA to scrap the sugar tax
Nov 26, 2024 · SA Canegrowers welcomes the announcement by the DA that they are calling for a repeal of the sugar tax, officially known as the Health Promotion Levy. Since its implementation in 2018, the sugar tax has placed significant strain on the sugar industry and especially sugarcane growers, without delivering measurable public health benefits. The unintended consequences […]
South Africa’s economy facing optimistic future
Dec 9, 2024 · KPMG shares insights from their South Africa Economic Outlook In search of fiscal consolidation Positive post-election sentiment coupled with improved energy availability and reduced inflation provide growth momentum. Inflation drops below target rate and set to remain there for some time. Interest rate reduction cycle began in September 2024 and will continue into 2025. KPMG […]