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Two life sentences for sexual assault of 15-year-old stepson

Source: Government of South Africa

Two life sentences for sexual assault of 15-year-old stepson

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has commended the Groblersdal Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offenses (FCS) Unit for securing two life imprisonment sentences for a 36-year-old man.

The man was arrested for rape and sexual assault to his 15-year-old stepson.

According to the police reports, the abuse began in 2019 when the stepfather, who had been living with the victim and his mother in the Masakaneng Informal Settlement in Groblersdal, would often come home drunk and molest the minor.

“The abuse escalated to rape with the stepfather forcing himself on the victim to perform unacceptable acts and often uttering degrading words to him.

“The ordeal continued for four years until the victim finally opened up to his mother in 2024, who immediately reported the matter to the police. The accused was arrested on 11 October 2024 at his workplace at a local farm by members of the Groblersdal FCS Unit,” the police said in a statement.

Warrant Officer Victoria Lekgala Phala was assigned to the case and worked tirelessly to ensure the accused was brought to justice. 

The accused made several court appearances before being granted bail but was ultimately found guilty of two counts of rape and one count of sexual assault on Tuesday.

The Groblersdal Regional Court sentenced the accused to two life terms of imprisonment for rape and five years for sexual assault. The court also declared the accused unfit to possess a firearm.

Provincial Commissioner of Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, welcomed the tough sentence.

“This sentence sends a strong message to perpetrators of gender-based violence and child abuse that the police will leave no stone unturned in ensuring they are brought to justice.” – SAnews.gov.za

 

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Sierra Leone Set to Showcase Offshore Ambitions with Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL) Joining African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 as Strategic Partner

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The Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL) has joined African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 – scheduled to take place in Cape Town from October 12–16 – as a Strategic Partner. The Directorate will be positioned to leverage the event to highlight its open acreage, competitive fiscal framework and upstream integration plans to international investors, signaling Sierra Leone’s emergence as a frontier exploration hotspot in the MSGBC basin and across the wider Gulf of Guinea.

Italian energy major Eni and other international players have engaged in detailed geological studies across Sierra Leone’s offshore basin, underscoring rising confidence in the country’s hydrocarbon potential. Backed by enhanced 3D seismic reprocessing and basin-wide prospectivity studies, the PDSL is accelerating data-led de-risking efforts to unlock prospects such as Vega and attract fresh upstream capital.

A central focus for investors is the anticipated resumption of offshore drilling in 2026 – the country’s first campaign in nearly a decade. Following the conclusion of its fifth licensing round, which offered 56 offshore blocks, Sierra Leone is preparing to drill new wells targeting an estimated multi-billion-barrel resource base, supported by improved subsurface imaging and strengthened regulatory oversight.

Sierra Leone is also in the final stages of establishing its first state-owned national oil company, which will hold a mandatory 10% carried interest in all exploration licenses. The government is targeting an overall 25–30% participation in projects, balancing national value capture with competitive terms for international operators.

Downstream integration is also gathering pace, with the 105–126 MW Nant gas-to-power plant in Freetown, developed by Anergi Group and TCQ Power, expected to nearly double national generation capacity when it comes online in 2027. In parallel, PDSL is spearheading plans for Sierra Leone’s first refinery to reduce reliance on roughly 15,000 barrels per day of imported refined products.

“PDSL’s participation at AEW 2026 reflects Sierra Leone’s serious commitment to unlocking its offshore potential through transparency, strong fiscal terms and data-driven de-risking,” said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber, adding, “Their strategic vision aligns with Africa’s broader push for energy security, industrialization and investor partnership.”

With drilling set to resume, a national oil company nearing launch and integrated gas-to-power and refining projects advancing, Sierra Leone is entering a defining phase. At AEW 2026, PDSL is expected to present a clear message: the basin is open, the data is ready, and the opportunity is real.

– on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Mangaung to begin Phase 2 of hostel redevelopment project

Source: Government of South Africa

Mangaung to begin Phase 2 of hostel redevelopment project

As South Africa marks Human Rights Month, the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality is set to begin Phase 2 of the redevelopment of Dark City and Silver City hostels, as part of efforts to restore dignity and advance the right to adequate housing.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to reinforce this commitment when he conducts a site visit to the Dark and Silver City Community Residential Units (CRU) in Mangaung on Thursday afternoon.

The visit comes as government continues to position housing delivery as central to the realisation of human rights, particularly for low-income households still affected by apartheid-era spatial planning and inadequate living conditions. 

The second phase of the project, to begin in April 2026,  and expected to run until March 2027, will build on progress already made in transforming the ageing hostels into sustainable, family-oriented rental housing.

This follows the completion of Phase 1, which delivered 130 residential units, 100 at the bottom site and 30 at the top site with water and electricity infrastructure now in place through prepaid systems.

A Facility Management Company has been appointed to oversee the administration and tenanting of the completed units, with the first group of tenants expected to occupy units from April 2026. The process will be rolled out incrementally.

The redevelopment forms part of broader government interventions aimed at addressing historical inequalities in access to housing and basic services. Through programmes such as the Community Residential Units (CRU) and Breaking New Ground policy, government has sought to transform former hostels into integrated, well-located human settlements.

These efforts are aligned with the constitutional right to access adequate housing, as well as government’s commitment to improving living standards through the provision of water, sanitation, electricity and secure tenure.

The Dark City and Silver City hostels have long been associated with overcrowding and deteriorating infrastructure, conditions that undermine residents’ dignity and quality of life.

At the start of the project, Silver City hostel consisted of 314 units with limited communal ablution facilities serving about 1 248 residents, while Dark City had 128 rooms accommodating more than 2 000 people, with shared kitchens and toilets.

Government first introduced the Hostel Redevelopment Programme in 2001 to address these conditions. Mangaung Municipality began implementing upgrades in 2009, including the provision of basic services such as water, sanitation, electricity and roads.

As part of the initial redevelopment, the hostels were reconfigured to accommodate approximately 619 family units, along with 121 RDP houses for qualifying beneficiaries.

Despite this, the project has faced significant challenges, including delays, contractor non-performance and vandalism of construction sites. The Auditor-General also identified material irregularities linked to project implementation.

Government has, however, maintained that stabilising and accelerating such projects is critical to restoring public trust and ensuring that communities benefit from improved living conditions.

The Provincial Department of Human Settlements said the project remains a key intervention in advancing spatial transformation and delivering dignified rental housing on well-located land.

Once complete, the units will be handed over to the municipality, which will take over long-term management and maintenance in line with CRU programme guidelines. – SAnews.gov.za

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APO Group décroche l’or aux SABRE Awards 2026, sa seconde victoire consécutive dans diverses catégories de clients et de secteurs

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), le leader panafricain de la communication qui intègre conseil, exécution et distribution exclusive de communiqués de presse, vient de remporter l’or dans la catégorie Afrique du Nord aux Africa SABRE Awards 2026 pour sa campagne GITEX Africa Morocco 2025 : A Media-Fuelled Journey for Tech Excellence.

Créée pour GITEX Africa, la campagne a généré plus de 3 600 coupures de presse dans les médias africains et mondiaux, conférant à l’événement un statut de rendez-vous incontournable pour la technologie et les startups, tout en renforçant la position émergente du Maroc en tant que pôle technologique régional.

APO Group a également été finaliste dans deux autres catégories pour ses campagnes réalisées pour des organisations internationales opérant à travers l’Afrique :

  • Campagne du tournoi Africa Flag 2025 : Raising the Game in Cairo – Ligue nationale de football (catégorie relations avec les médias)
  • Campagne Broadcasting Greatness: Elevating African Hoops and Culture at BAL 2025 – Ligue Africaine de Basketball (BAL) (catégorie médias, arts et divertissement)

Les SABRE Awards récompensent l’excellence en image de marque, gestion réputationnelle et engagement dans l’industrie mondiale des communications. Cette nouvelle reconnaissance vient s’ajouter à la liste de prix prestigieux déjà remportés par APO Group, après sa victoire en 2025 pour une campagne créée pour Canon Afrique Centrale et du Nord, ainsi que de multiples places de finaliste pour des campagnes soutenant des organisations de premier plan telles que GITEX Africa, Africa’s Business Heroes et la Global Africa Business Initiative.

« Le fait d’être récompensés lors des SABRE Awards revêt une signification particulière. Cette victoire reflète l’impact de la communication conçue spécialement pour des marchés africains », déclare Bas Wijne, CEO d’APO Group. « Nos campagnes panafricaines combinent une planification stratégique et une exécution locale, ainsi qu’une compréhension claire de la manière dont différents marchés, environnements médiatiques et publics se connectent à un récit donné. L’important est de concevoir des communications qui produisent des résultats mesurables et aident les entreprises à naviguer efficacement et en toute confiance dans le paysage médiatique diversifié de l’Afrique. »  

Outre son succès aux SABRE Awards, APO Group a reçu plusieurs distinctions majeures au cours de l’année écoulée, y compris l’or et le bronze aux Davos Communications Awards pour l’excellence dans les communications stratégiques et l’exécution de campagnes. La société a également été nommée Africa’s Leading PR Agency – 2025 par Brands Review Magazine et Best Public Relations & Media Consultancy Agency of the Year – 2025 par World Business Outlook. Présent dans les 54 pays africains, APO Group fournit des services de conseil en communication, de relations publiques et de distribution de communiqués par l’intermédiaire de son flux d’information propriétaire, Africa Newsroom, qui diffuse du contenu sur plus de 250 plateformes axées sur l’Afrique dans le monde entier.

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À propos d’APO Group : 
APO Group garantit une visibilité sur l’ensemble des 54 marchés africains grâce à un modèle intégré de relations publiques et de communication. Alliant conseil stratégique, exécution sur le terrain, gestion des crises et de la réputation et distribution exclusive de communiqués de presse par l’intermédiaire de sa plateforme d’information Africa Newsroom, APO Group est la seule infrastructure de communication entièrement intégrée en Afrique.

Sa plateforme assure le placement sur plus de 250 sites d’information axés sur l’Afrique et met directement en contact les entreprises avec les journalistes, analystes, investisseurs et décideurs politiques du monde entier. Opérant à l’échelle du continent, APO Group offre la portée, la cohérence et le contrôle nécessaires pour façonner votre réputation à travers l’Afrique.

Reconnu à l’international pour son excellence en relations publiques et stratégie médiatique, notamment aux SABRE Awards et aux Davos Communications Awards, APO Group accompagne les entreprises qui stimulent la croissance et génèrent de l’influence sur le continent.

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APO Group Takes Gold at 2026 SABRE Awards – Second Consecutive Win Across Different Clients and Sectors

Source: APO

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the pan-African communications consultancy integrating advisory, execution, and proprietary news distribution, has won gold in the Northern Africa category at the 2026 Africa SABRE Awards for its campaign, GITEX Africa Morocco 2025: A Media-Fuelled Journey for Tech Excellence.

Delivered for GITEX Africa, the campaign generated more than 3,600 media clippings across African and global outlets, positioning the event as the continent’s leading technology and startup platform, while reinforcing Morocco’s emerging status as a regional technology hub.

APO Group was a finalist in two additional categories for campaigns delivered for international organisations operating across Africa:

  • The Africa Flag 2025 Tournament: Raising the Game in Cairo – National Football League (Media Relations category)
  • Broadcasting Greatness: Elevating African Hoops and Culture at BAL 2025 – Basketball Africa League (BAL) (Media, Arts & Entertainment category)

The SABRE Awards recognise excellence in branding, reputation management, and engagement across the global communications industry. This latest accolade adds to APO Group’s growing record at these prestigious awards, following its win in 2025 for a campaign delivered for Canon Central and North Africa, as well as multiple finalist placements for campaigns supporting leading institutions such as GITEX Africa, Africa’s Business Heroes, and the Global Africa Business Initiative.

“Being honoured at the SABRE Awards is particularly meaningful because it reflects the impact of communication designed specifically for how African markets work,” said Bas Wijne, Chief Executive Officer at APO Group. “Successful pan-African campaigns combine strategic planning and strong local execution, together with a clear understanding of how different markets, media environments, and audiences connect with a story. It’s about designing communications that deliver measurable outcomes and help organisations engage effectively and confidently across Africa’s diverse media landscape.”

In addition to its SABRE Awards success, APO Group has received multiple major industry honours over the past year, including Gold and Bronze at the Davos Communications Awards for excellence in strategic communications and campaign execution. The company was also named Africa’s Leading PR Agency – 2025 by Brands Review Magazine and Best Public Relations & Media Consultancy Agency of the Year – 2025 by World Business Outlook.Operating across 54 African countries, APO Group provides communications advisory services, public relations, and media distribution through its proprietary newswire, Africa Newsroom, which places content on more than 250 Africa-focused news platforms worldwide.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of APO Group.

Media Contact: 
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About APO Group: 
APO Group guarantees visibility across all 54 African markets through one integrated PR and communications model. Combining strategic advisory, on-the-ground execution, crisis and reputation management, and proprietary press distribution through its owned Africa Newsroom newswire, APO Group operates as Africa’s only fully integrated communications infrastructure.

Its platform secures placement on 250+ Africa-focused news sites and connects organisations directly with journalists, analysts, investors, and policymakers worldwide. Operating continent-wide, APO Group delivers the scale, consistency, and control required to shape reputation across Africa.

Recognised internationally for excellence in PR and media strategy, including SABRE Awards and Davos Communications Awards, APO Group supports organisations driving growth and influence across the continent. 

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Call for Speakers Opens for the 5th Edition of the International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (IAEOGS) – Qatar 2026

Source: APO

The organizers of the International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit 2026 are pleased to announce that the Call for Speakers for the 5th Edition of the Summit is officially open. The event will take place in Doha, State of Qatar, as part of the International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (IAEOGS), Awards, Exhibition, Tours, and Charity Golf Tournament under the theme:

“Igniting Africa’s Energy Future.”

The summit will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, investors, energy executives, innovators, and development partners from Africa and across the world to discuss the future of energy, oil and gas development, energy transition, investment opportunities, and technological innovation across the African energy value chain.

The organizers are inviting distinguished professionals, industry experts, researchers, policymakers, corporate leaders, and innovators to submit proposals to speak at the summit. Speakers will have the opportunity to share insights, case studies, innovations, research findings, and practical experiences that can contribute to the transformation and sustainable development of Africa’s energy sector.

The Call for Speakers remains open, and submissions will be accepted on a rolling basis through April 1, 2026.

Interested speakers may nominate themselves or nominate another qualified professional. All submissions should include the following information:

Full Name

Company / Organization

Designation / Position

Email Address

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LinkedIn Profile URL

Proposed Session Topic / Title

Speaker’s Name and Brief Biography

Passport Photograph

Preferred Presentation Mode

Any additional supporting information relevant to the nomination

The summit program will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, technical sessions, investment forums, exhibitions, networking events, industry tours, award ceremonies, and a charity golf tournament.

The International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit has, over the years, grown into a major platform for dialogue, investment engagement, and strategic collaboration within Africa’s energy sector, bringing together governments, national oil companies, investors, financial institutions, and technology providers from across the world.

Professionals interested in speaking at IAEOGS Qatar 2026 are encouraged to submit their nominations before the deadline.

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Critical Mineral Projects to Watch Ahead of Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2026

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Governments from West, Central and Southern Africa, with delegations confirmed for the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris next month, are each advancing critical mineral projects that span processing deals, development-stage assets and frontier exploration plays, giving investors a range of entry points across the minerals value chain.

Nigeria – Alumina Refinery & Lithium Processing

Nigeria struck a $1.3 billion deal with the Africa Finance Corporation in early March covering three components: construction of a one-million-ton-per-year alumina refinery, a national geoscience mapping program, and a joint investment vehicle to accelerate exploration and production across priority leases. Projected at 95% utilization over 20 years, the refinery is expected to add $1.2 billion to GDP annually and generate approximately $8 billion in foreign exchange earnings over its lifespan.

Separately, a $600 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa State is at the commissioning stage, backed by ongoing mapping of lithium-bearing pegmatite belts across Kwara, Ekiti and Kaduna states. New mining licenses now require a local processing commitment covering at least 30% of output before export, a condition that directly shapes the investment structures available to foreign partners. Nigeria’s energy minister is among the confirmed delegations at IAE in Paris.

Zambia – Copperbelt Expansion & Cobalt Refinery

Copper output in Zambia is on course to clear one million tons in 2026, supported by First Quantum Minerals’ completed $1.25 billion S3 plant expansion at Kansanshi and Barrick Gold’s $2 billion program to double output at Lumwana by 2028. Several additional projects, including Sinomine’s Kitumba Mine and KoBold Metals’ Mingomba deposit, are also coming online this year, making Zambia one of the few places globally adding significant incremental copper supply in the near term.

Africa’s first cobalt sulfate refinery is targeting commissioning in Zambia in 2026, adding downstream processing capacity alongside the copper ramp-up. The Lobito Corridor, backed by a $553 million US Development Finance Corporation loan for Angola’s Benguela rail link, reduces export costs across the Copperbelt and improves project bankability for both mines and processing facilities seeking long-term offtake commitments.

Senegal – Falémé Integrated Iron Project

Senegal’s Falémé iron district in the Kédougou region holds over 600 million tons of probable reserves, including oxide ore at around 59% iron content and primary magnetite at roughly 45% Fe. The government launched the Falémé Integrated Iron Project as a phased program targeting 15 to 25 million tons per year at peak output, with national iron ore company MIFERSO conducting ongoing reserve verification.

The mineral export port at Bargny is operational and rail rehabilitation linking Kédougou to the coast is progressing under the Emerging Senegal Plan. The project is actively seeking a technical development partner. With port and rail infrastructure advancing independent of any single mining operator, Falémé carries lower logistics risk than comparable iron ore projects requiring greenfield corridor construction, which affects how financiers assess project bankability and timelines to first revenue.

Equatorial Guinea – Rio Muni Mineral Exploration

Equatorial Guinea’s Rio Muni mainland offers early-stage exposure to gold, bauxite, base metals, coltan and iron ore across largely underexplored onshore territory. The Ministry of Mines and Hydrocarbons has been opening the sector since its first public tender in 2019, with exploration contracts now in place and state geological mapping advancing in partnership with Rosgeo. Minister Antonio Oburu Ondo will address investors at IAE, with the minerals program expected to feature in bilateral meetings.

Uganda – Rare Earths & Minerals Sector Opening

Uganda holds rare earth deposits in ionic adsorption clay formations — a deposit type the IEA has flagged for low capital intensity relative to hard rock alternatives — alongside gold mineralization across greenstone belts in the West Nile, Karamoja and Mubende regions. The Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals, with both its CEO and governing council chairperson confirmed for Paris, will serve as the primary interface for investors seeking access to Uganda’s licensing framework and project pipeline, at the same time as the country’s Tilenga and Kingfisher oil developments move toward first oil.

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O APO Group ganha o ouro nos SABRE Awards 2026 – Segunda vitória consecutiva em diferentes clientes e setores

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

O APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), a consultora de comunicação pan-africana que integra consultoria, execução e distribuição de notícias proprietárias, ganhou o ouro na categoria Norte de África nos Prémios SABRE África 2026 pela sua campanha, GITEX Africa Morocco 2025: A Media-Fuelled Journey for Tech Excellence. (GITEX África Marrocos 2025: uma viagem impulsionada pela comunicação social para a excelência tecnológica).

Realizada para a GITEX Africa, a campanha gerou mais de 3600 recortes de imprensa em África e em todo o mundo, posicionando o evento como a principal plataforma de tecnologia e de startups do continente, ao mesmo tempo que reforçou o estatuto emergente de Marrocos como um centro tecnológico regional.

O APO Group foi finalista em duas categorias adicionais para campanhas realizadas para organizações internacionais que operam em África:

  • The Africa Flag 2025 Tournament: Raising the Game in Cairo (Torneio Africa Flag 2025: aumentar o nível do jogo no Cairo) – Liga Nacional de Futebol Americano (categoria de Relações com a Comunicação Social)
  • Broadcasting Greatness: Elevating African Hoops and Culture at BAL 2025 (A grandeza da radiodifusão: Elevar o Hoops e a Cultura Africana na BAL 2025) – Basketball Africa League (BAL) (categoria de Comunicação Social, Artes e Entretenimento)

Os Prémios SABRE reconhecem a excelência em branding, gestão da reputação e envolvimento na indústria global da comunicação. Este último reconhecimento vem juntar-se ao crescente historial do APO Group nestes prestigiados prémios, após a sua vitória em 2025 para uma campanha realizada para a Canon da África Central e do Norte, bem como a várias posições de finalista em campanhas de apoio a instituições líderes como a GITEX Africa, Africa’s Business Heroes e Global Africa Business Initiative.

“Ser distinguido nos Prémios SABRE é particularmente significativo porque reflete o impacto da comunicação concebida especificamente para o funcionamento dos mercados africanos”, afirmou Bas Wijne, Diretor Executivo do APO Group. “As campanhas pan-africanas bem-sucedidas combinam planeamento estratégico com uma forte execução local, juntamente com uma compreensão clara de como os diferentes mercados, ambientes mediáticos e audiências se relacionam com uma história. Trata-se de conceber comunicações que produzam resultados mensuráveis e ajudem as organizações a envolverem-se de forma eficaz e confiante no diversificado panorama mediático de África.”

Para além do seu sucesso nos Prémios SABRE, o APO Group recebeu várias distinções importantes do setor no ano passado, incluindo Ouro e Bronze nos Prémios de Comunicação de Davos pela excelência em comunicações estratégicas e execução de campanhas. A empresa foi também nomeada a Agência de Relações Públicas Líder em África – 2025 pela Brands Review Magazine e a Melhor Agência de Relações Públicas e de Consultoria para a Comunicação Social do Ano – 2025 pela World Business Outlook. Operando em 54 países africanos, o APO Group presta serviços de consultoria em comunicação, relações públicas e distribuição de meios de comunicação através da sua agência de notícias proprietária, a Africa Newsroom, que coloca conteúdos em mais de 250 plataformas de notícias centradas em África em todo o mundo.

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para APO Group.

Contacto para a comunicação social: 
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O APO Group garante visibilidade em todos os 54 mercados africanos através de um modelo integrado de relações públicas e comunicação. Combinando aconselhamento estratégico, execução no terreno, gestão de crises e reputação, e distribuição de imprensa proprietária através da sua própria agência de notícias Africa Newsroom, o APO Group opera como a única infraestrutura de comunicações totalmente integrada em África.

A sua plataforma assegura a colocação em mais de 250 websites de notícias centrados em África e liga as organizações diretamente a jornalistas, analistas, investidores e decisores políticos em todo o mundo. Operando em todo o continente, o APO Group oferece a escala, a consistência e o controlo necessários para moldar a reputação em toda a África.

Reconhecido internacionalmente pela excelência na estratégia de relações públicas e comunicação social, incluindo os Prémios SABRE e os Prémios de Comunicação de Davos, o APO Group apoia organizações que impulsionam o crescimento e a influência em todo o continente.

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Department sets record straight on “working from home” remarks

Source: Government of South Africa

Department sets record straight on “working from home” remarks

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has clarified recent media reports that reference remarks made by the Director of the Fuel Pricing Mechanism, Robert Maake, suggesting that working from home could help employees manage the impact of rising fuel costs.

“The department categorically states that these remarks were made in response to a question from the floor during a workshop on fuel pricing mechanisms. 

“In that context, working from home was mentioned purely as an example of one of several possible options that individuals or organisations might consider to mitigate rising transport-related costs,” the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources said in a statement.

“It is therefore incorrect to report or interpret the response given during the workshop as an official position or policy proposal of the department or government.”

The department said the response was not presented as a directive, recommendation, or policy intervention, but rather as part of a broader discussion during the workshop.

“Government continues to engage on matters relating to fuel supply, fuel pricing and the broader cost-of-living pressures affecting South Africans. Any policy positions or decisions will be communicated through the appropriate official channels,” the department said. – SAnews.gov.za

 

 

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New investment signals confidence as SA economy turns a corner

Source: Government of South Africa

New investment signals confidence as SA economy turns a corner

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s economy is showing clear signs of recovery, pointing to renewed investor confidence and sustained growth as key indicators that the country is “turning a corner”.

Speaking at the opening of Ninety One’s new offices in Cape Town on Thursday, President Ramaphosa said the investment was a strong vote of confidence in the country’s economic future. 

“This investment signals a long-term commitment to South Africa and its future. It is a tangible demonstration of confidence in our economy, and a step forward in our national ambition to be a global financial services hub,” he said. 

The President highlighted improving economic indicators, including four consecutive quarters of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, a stabilising national debt and three years of primary budget surpluses.

He said these developments, alongside structural reforms, were positioning South Africa as an increasingly attractive destination for global investors.

“Across the world, investors are looking at South Africa with renewed interest, as an emerging market with strong institutions, sound policy and a solid track record of reform. 

“The tangible improvements in our economic performance that we are experiencing now are the result of a sustained, multi-year effort to reform our economy and to fix what was broken,” President Ramaphosa said.

The financial sector, he noted, remains a cornerstone of the economy, contributing more than a fifth of GDP, generating around 25% of corporate income tax, and supporting nearly three million jobs.

The President said government was working to strengthen the sector and position the country as a global financial services hub, particularly for firms seeking a base for African and emerging market operations. 

He also pointed to progress in key reforms, including improvements in energy supply, rail and port operations, and efforts to attract private sector investment.

“The crippling electricity crisis has ended, investment is on the rise, and the economy is creating more jobs. 

“We have implemented far-reaching reforms in our energy sector to enable private investment and are moving to restructure Eskom and establish a fully independent Transmission System Operator to create a level playing field for competition,” he said.

Government plans to spend more than R1 trillion on infrastructure over the next three years, to unlock further private investment through public-private partnerships and financing mechanisms.

President Ramaphosa added that collaboration between government and business had been central to the country’s recent progress, particularly in stabilising state-owned enterprises and restoring governance following years of state capture.

He said milestones such as South Africa’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force grey list and its first sovereign credit rating upgrade in nearly two decades were further signs of economic improvement.

The President described Ninety One’s expansion as an example of the strength of South Africa’s financial sector and local talent.

“With its long and established presence at home combined with a global footprint, Ninety One can play a leading role in elevating the prominence, stature and scale of our financial sector.

“This company stands as proof that we more than have what it takes, that our local talent is world-class, and that our ambitions are well-placed,” he said. – SAnews.gov.za

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