Empowering Women in Climate Action in South Africa
Speaking on CNBC Africa’s Power Lunch, Gugu McLaren-Ushewokunze, NBI’s Economic Inclusion Head and Acting Social Transformation Head, shared her insights […]
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Role of gas in SA’s future energy mix under intense scrutiny
Given South Africa’s ongoing energy crisis, there remains much debate around whether gas should be included in the future energy mix and, if so, how much. Engineering […]
South African projects seize opportunity to tackle climate crisis and create jobs
The businesses were chosen from 173 applications following a rigorous selection process. The chosen projects come from the energy, transportation, […]
City of Cape Town, NBI partner on artisan skills development programme
The City of Cape Town’s Facilities Management Department has partnered with the National Business Initiative (NBI) on an artisan development programme, with […]
Skills development is needed in municipalities to properly maintain systems
The water crisis appears to be growing, although it is difficult to get a grip on the extent of delivery […]
Why hydrogen motoring is a real prospect for South Africa
At the beginning of 2013 BMW South Africa hosted a local event at which it showcased two electric trial cars. […]
Topco Media sets the stage for robust dialogue at the Future of Sustainability Conference 2024
This year is set to be pivotal for global sustainability initiatives across all industries, and Topco Media is committed to […]
SAPOA and NBI launch second phase of their Installation, Repair, and Maintenance (IRM) programme
The programme, which began in 2022, assists with deploying learning, employment opportunities, and infrastructure maintenance for unemployed technical and vocational […]
Impumelelo: Top Empowerment publication celebrates 30 years of democracy in 23rd annual edition
Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media, remarked, “Endorsed by four of the five democratically elected presidents and supported by key […]
New Report Will Address Corporate Corruption In Sa, Using Eoh As A Case Study
We invite members of the media to join a webinar on Tuesday, 29 August 2023, launching a report highlighting corporate […]
Entrepreneur builds a lasting legacy
The road to success is always under construction” − These are the words of Vandy Cloete, co-founder and director of […]
Buildings, construction sector requires two-pronged approach to decarbonise – report
South Africa’s buildings and construction sector, which includes the operation of residential and commercial buildings, in addition to construction, accounts for about 7% of […]
SAB in partnership with ESG Africa events launches the Beyond Awards
The South African Breweries (SAB) will host its first ever Beyond Awards, a sustainability recognition platform, in partnership with ESG […]
How to bridge SA’s growing youth skills and unemployment divide
South Africa’s growing youth skills and unemployment divide can be bridged by employability and SME incubator initiatives, but we need […]
First South African Order Received To Build, Own And Operate Up To 30 Gigawatts Of Green Electricity
First South African Order Received To Build, Own And Operate Up To 30 Gigawatts Of Green Electricity. BioPower Operations Corporation […]
Public engagement in energy planning is not spoiling the broth; it’s making it richer
The presidential climate commission (PCC) released its recommendations on electricity planning in early June. These were based on a critical […]
Salga appoints Sithole Mbanga as CEO
The South African Local Government Association (Salga) has appointed Sithole Mbanga CEO, effective July 1. Mbanga brings a wealth of knowledge and […]
Leveraging Opportunities For Inclusive Growth In Socio-Economic Transitions
Socio-economic transitions have the potential to exacerbate existing inequalities. Without deliberate efforts to ensure inclusivity, marginalised groups and vulnerable communities […]
First-of-its-kind vessel travelling the globe on renewable energy docks in Cape Town
The Energy Observer is a vessel powered by renewable energy and has now made its 80th stop in Cape Town […]
How to change the trajectory for SA’s youth
Children should be seen and not heard, the adage goes. While we have fortunately left behind the notion that the voices […]