insert_link South Africa S.A Investigating Directorate Dismisses Imminent Arrest Report of ANC’s Gwede Mantashe The S.A Investigating Directorate has dismissed a report by Sunday World that the arrest of ANC national chairperson, Gwede Mantashe is imminent. The publication said Mantashe’s imminent arrest was linked to security upgrades at his properties in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape from Bosasa. However, ID spokesperson, Henry Mamothame says they have not decided nor discussed the matter: todayJune 17, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s DA Criticizes Minister for Delay in Mining Cadastral System The DA in South Africa alleges that Mineral Resources and Energy Minister, Gwede Mantashe has failed to sign a service level agreement with selected companies for a new mining cadastral system, despite promises made at the February mining indaba. Citing a Fraser Institute report indicating South Africa's unattractiveness for mining investment, the party contends that resolving a backlog of mining rights could unleash 30 billion rand in investments. James Lorimer […] todayMay 21, 2024 9
insert_link Business / Economics South Africa’s $26.3 million new mining fund sets stage for exploration boom By Bonface Orucho, via bird story agency South Africa is charting a new course for its mining industry, betting on local and junior miners to identify and unlock greenfield mines as the country pursues higher sector prosperity. The country has introduced a new US$26.3 million (R500 million) mining exploration fund for local and junior miners, aiming to tap into the rising global demand for minerals. South Africa’s […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 18
insert_link Opinion Pieces South Africa’s new plan to end power cuts is seriously flawed. Here’s why By Hartmut Winkler, University of Johannesburg South Africa experienced unprecedented electricity shortages in 2023 as ageing coal plants became increasingly prone to breakdowns. The country urgently needs to develop new electricity generation facilities and reduce reliance on coal power. In the first week of 2024, the South African energy minister, Gwede Mantashe, released a proposed roadmap for the future of electricity in South Africa. Unfortunately, the draft Integrated Resource […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 3
insert_link South Africa ANC Chair Rebukes Secretary-General Over Public Admission of Party’s Deception in Zuma Nkandla Scandal ANC chairperson Gwede Mantashe has criticised the party’s secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula, for publicly disclosing the party lied to shield former president Jacob Zuma during corruption allegations tied to his Nkandla homestead in KwaZulu-Natal. Mbalula’s revelation has drawn widespread criticism, with some members fearing its impact on the upcoming elections. Opposition parties, including the DA and the Inkatha Freedom Party, call for accountability and question the ANC’s fitness to govern. Mantashe […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 11
