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WHAT'S NEXT?: Local elections in South Africa this year could see the ruling African National Congress lose control of key cities like Johannesburg and Pretoria for the first time. South Africa's economy is at risk of falling into recession and public confidence in the ANC is falling.

• [New] The upcoming tariffs targeting China, Brazil, India, and South Africa have already strained diplomatic ties, and last-minute efforts to ease tensions were further undermined after Trump threatened sanctions on countries he accused of pursuing anti-American policies. Business Insider Africa
• [New] DRR project will support the implementation of (EbA interventions to support and enhance Eco-DRR in targeted vulnerable regions of South Africa. Scribd
• [New] In 2025, the FFD in Seville, COP 30 in Brazil and G20 in South Africa are key opportunities for international cooperation to tax the super-rich and invest in a sustainable future that puts human rights and equality at its core. IFC Review
• [New] A core group including Brazil, South Africa, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE could give India the diplomatic heft to engage the US and China in negotiating a global agreement. https://www.natstrat.org
• [New] ZAMBIA, South Africa, and other African countries are seeding mining innovation ecosystems that could shift their role in the global energy transition, from resource suppliers to technology producers. The African Mirror - For Africa - Always
• [New] Key sectors like agriculture, automotive manufacturing, and mining in South Africa could face serious disruptions if the trade deal is not renewed. TechTrendsKE
• [New] The 100 megawatt Chisamba project is expected to reduce the Southern African country's reliance on electricity imports from neighbours South Africa and Mozambique. Business Tech Africa
• [New] The fuel price situation in South Africa has been aggravated by a rise in fuel taxes, which came into effect at the beginning of June, leading to smaller-than-expected fuel price decreases that month. Fullview | Telling empowering stories, South Africans w
• [New] Pepsico Food Waste Digestion Unlocks Energy Potential in South Africa via Anaerobic Digestion At PepsiCo South Africa's Isando facility in Gauteng, food waste does not go to rubbish dumps. IPPTS Anaerobic Digestion Community Website
• [New] The Department of Employment and Labour invites unemployed South African youth to apply for multiple entry-level job opportunities across various Labour Centers in Limpopo Province. StudentRoom.co.za
• Without a strong SANDF, South Africa cannot deter threats, protect trade, or maintain its global standing in a multipolar world. Martin Plaut
• The grain exchange could provide importing countries, including China, India, Egypt, South Africa, and Brazil, with more predictable and reliable access to food. All About Feed
• Vodacom invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the E-Waste Management Learnership Programme 2025 / 2026, a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in environmental sustainability and electronic waste recycling. Youth Village
• Brazil and Mexico are leveraging their solar and wind potential, while the UAE and South Africa are emerging markets investing in decentralized power for greater energy diversification. LinkeWire
• Commenting on the latest developments regarding South Africa's economy and, particularly, public finances, S&P Global Ratings expects GDP growth to rise to an average of 1.5% over 2025-2028. Optimum Investment Group
• The proposed tariffs could severely disrupt South Africa's economy, threatening billions in export revenue and putting thousands of jobs at risk across key industries. VEGA Asset Management
• Water and Sanitation Department is one of the largest hiring platforms in South Africa, offering a variety of job opportunities. Vacanciesnews.co.za
• Production challenges in South Africa, including persistent electricity supply disruptions and labour disputes, have constrained output growth despite rising prices. Discovery Alert
• Brazil, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates are expected to witness increasing demand due to expanding healthcare access and rising incidence of chronic illness. Market.us Media
• Building on the success of the 2022 and 2023 South Africa Green Hydrogen Summits, the African Green Hydrogen Summit 2025 aims to showcase Africa's potential as a global leader in green hydrogen production, unlocking investment opportunities and strategic partnerships. Engineering News
• Stellenbosch University will be the first university in South Africa to house a hyperspectral core imaging system, thanks to a donation from mining company AngloGold Ashanti. Mining Weekly
• Platinum has been in a critical supply deficit for several years and in 2025, the global deficit will deepen due to weak recycling numbers and lower output from mines particularly in South Africa. My Blog
• South Africa's food production challenge While maize and soy production meet domestic needs, South Africa relies on wheat imports, making local food security vulnerable to global trade disruptions. Genetic and mechanised innovations in SA maize producti

Last updated: 08 July 2025