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Organisers accused of exclusionary practices limiting African participation in high‑level discussions, contracting opportunities and leadership roles.

Africa positions itself for a larger role in global battery minerals market as experts warn that lithium shortages could begin as early as 2028.

South Africa welcomes announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East, saying the development offers a critical opening for diplomacy.

South Africa’s fuel supply is expected to remain stable until the end of May, with oil companies having secured vessels to deliver petroleum products.

Building on Africa’s continental energy momentum, legal firm CLG will attend African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 in Cape Town from 12–16 October as a Legal Partner.

AfDB, AU Commission and UN agencies warn that the escalating Middle East conflict is disrupting fertilizer supplies to Africa.

The violence follows the controversial March 24 installation of Solomon Ogbonna Eziko as “Igbo King” in South Africa’s KuGompo.

Coca‑Cola to invest $1 billion in South Africa until 2030 as it aims to expand production capacity and strengthen distribution.

South Africa recorded marginal improvement in employment in the fourth quarter of 2025, with total jobs rising by 18,000 to 10.55 million in December.

South Africa announces temporary cut to the general fuel levy to cushion consumers from fuel price increases.