Global Scans · South Africa · Weekly Summary

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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 existing industrial ecosystem provides opportunities for skills development and supply chain integration as part of broader mineral beneficiation in South Africa. Discovery Alert
• [New] The convergence of PGMs and green hydrogen represents a transformative opportunity for South Africa's resource economy. Discovery Alert
• [New] The intersection of PGMs and green hydrogen represents a strategic opportunity for South Africa to leverage its mineral wealth for energy transformation. Discovery Alert
• [New] South Africa, Egypt, and Ethiopia are seemingly at risk of extra tariffs as Donald Trump targets BRICS-aligned countries that frequently shout anti-American policies and the rest against the West. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] For decades, South Africa and the United States have had excellent trade policy ties and investment relations, especially through the African Growth and Opportunity Act. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] In drought-stricken South Africa, short-term emergency solutions to stop nearly half a million people from completely losing access to water carry potential long-term risks to its aquifers. Covering Climate Now
• [New] South Africa is not anti-American and still wants to negotiate a trade deal with the United States, a trade ministry spokesman said, after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened an extra 10% tariff on countries aligned with the BRICS grouping. FDD
• [New] While the agricultural sector in South Africa showcases remarkable growth and potential, it is imperative to address the challenges posed by rising costs and external pressures. Trending Online
• [New] With increasing costs of studying overseas, potential students in Africa will increasingly choose to study at home and South Africa will become an even more desirable study destination. The Mail & Guardian
• [New] The 100 MW Chisamba project is expected to reduce the Southern African country's reliance on electricity imports from neighbours South Africa and Mozambique. Mining Weekly
• [New] As consumers become increasingly eco-conscious and governments push for greener initiatives, the rise of Chinese EVs presents promising opportunities for South Africa's economy. Hazelmere Dam EIA
• [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

Last updated: 15 July 2025