Siphelele Dludla

Content Manager: Business Report

Afreximbank backs Dangote Refinery with $2.5bn in landmark $4bn loan deal

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Afreximbank has committed $2.5 billion to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, marking a significant step in Africa’s industrialisation and energy independence.

South Africa’s cities at a crossroads as new economic outlook warns of slowing growth

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's metropolitan areas, once seen as the engines of economic growth, are now grappling with job stagnation and rapid population increases. The Cities ...

Ramokgopa makes investment case for SA’s renewable energy advantage in global spotlight

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa is emerging as a prime destination for renewable energy investment, driven by its abundant resources, political stability, and increasing electricity ...

Ramaphosa says ambitious reforms to transform South Africa's electricity sector

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines transformative reforms in South Africa's electricity sector, focusing on renewable energy and private investment to drive economic ...

SA turns the corner on trade and investment on new growth strategy, says Parks Tau

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau announces South Africa's economic recovery at the 6th Investment Conference, highlighting new trade strategies ...

Jubilee Metals unveils upgraded plan to boost copper output at Molefe Mine

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Jubilee Metals announces an upgraded mine plan for its Molefe Mine in Zambia, aiming to significantly increase copper production and enhance operational efficiency ...

Toyota moves to join Volvo and Daimler in major hydrogen truck technology push

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Toyota, Volvo, and Daimler Truck join forces in a strategic partnership to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy-duty transport, aiming to lead the way ...

Record fuel price hikes loom amid calls for urgent government relief

Ashley Lechman and Siphelele Dludla|Published

As geopolitical tensions soar, South Africa faces alarming fuel price hikes. Learn how these shifts could reshape the economy and impact everyday consumers in the ...

Auditing regulator flags persistent audit quality risks in high-stakes engagements

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The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has released its 2025 Public Inspections Report, revealing persistent weaknesses in audit quality in South Africa, ...

ITAC halts tyre import probe after regulatory deadline lapse

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's ITAC has halted its investigation into alleged anti-dumping duty circumvention on tyre imports, following a missed deadline and government intervention. ...

R142bn roadmap charts path to universal broadband in South Africa by 2035

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa unveils a R142 billion Digital Connectivity Investment Roadmap aimed at achieving universal high-speed broadband access by 2035, addressing critical ...

Afreximbank to convene 33rd Annual Meetings amid push for African economic sovereignty

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Afreximbank announces its 33rd Annual Meetings in El Alamein from 21 to 24 June 2026, focusing on intra-African trade and economic sovereignty amidst global uncertainties. ...

Ferroglobe SA warns of shutdown as soaring electricity costs threaten thousands of jobs

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Ferroglobe South Africa warns that unsustainable electricity price increases may force it to shut down operations, threatening thousands of jobs and local economies. ...

Global recession fears mount as Iran war shocks energy markets

Siphelele Dludla|Published

A new report from Oxford Economics warns that ongoing conflicts in the Middle East could lead to a global recession, with significant implications for fuel supply ...

Valterra Platinum delivers earnings surge and strong cash position in first year post-demerger

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Valterra Platinum has reported a remarkable increase in earnings and cash generation for 2025, marking a successful transition to independence from Anglo American ...

South Africa and Angola scrap flight limits in boost to trade and tourism

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa and Angola have agreed to remove flight capacity and frequency restrictions, paving the way for enhanced economic and tourism ties. This agreement is ...

SA Reserve Bank holds rates steady as Middle East conflict clouds inflation outlook

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's central bank has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 6.75%, balancing inflation concerns with economic recovery amidst escalating tensions ...

SA faces ‘three futures’ as economists warn reform urgency will determine growth path

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Explore the Bureau for Economic Research's latest report on South Africa's economic future, highlighting three potential scenarios for growth and reform by 2030. ...

Govt says reopening of SA refineries is no quick fix amid fuel price pressures

Siphelele Dludla|Updated

Government officials assert that reopening South Africa's closed oil refineries won't provide a quick fix for rising fuel prices, highlighting the complexities of ...

Basic fuel price drives surge in SA petrol costs amid global oil volatility

Siphelele Dludla|Published

With global oil market volatility set to drive fuel prices higher in April, South African motorists must understand the factors influencing the basic fuel price ...

Fuel price hike clarity expected on Friday, says government

Siphelele Dludla|Updated

As global oil prices surge, South African motorists are bracing for significant fuel price increases. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is set to ...

IDC defends transformation record amid scrutiny over black business funding decisions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Industrial Development Corporation addresses allegations of discrimination against black-owned enterprises, reaffirming its commitment to transformation and ...

SA Tourism makes key executive appointments to enhance global competitiveness

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South African Tourism has appointed Sithembile Ndaba as Chief Marketing Officer and Ismail Dockrat as Chief Operating Officer, aiming to enhance its leadership and ...

SA holds just 8 million barrels in strategic fuel reserves despite ample storage capacity

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's strategic fuel reserves are significantly below capacity, raising concerns amid global energy market volatility. Officials assure that the country ...

PIC faces scrutiny as Daybreak collapse exposes due diligence gaps

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The Public Investment Corporation is under fire for its investment in Daybreak Foods, as Parliament raises concerns over governance failures and ongoing instability ...