Sasol cuts gas production in Mozambique amid post-election unrest

2 minutes South African petrochemical giant Sasol has reduced natural gas production at its central processing facility in Temane, Mozambique, citing concerns for the safety of staff and assets amid widespread unrest following a disputed election.  South Africa relies heavily on gas imports through the Rompco pipeline, which transports gas from Mozambique’s onshore fields to…

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Human-wildlife conflict escalates in Bikita 

Human-wildlife conflict escalates in Bikita  THE shortage of water in rural Bikita, Masvingo province, has seen a sharp increase in cases of human-wildlife conflicts as wild animals from the nearby animal conservancy trespass into the villages in search of the precious liquid, NewsDay has learnt. Villagers in ward 25, Musayize, told NewsDay that they now feared…

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Volkswagen SA recalls 374 Amarok bakkies

The recall affects 374 vehicles sold between January to June of this year. The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has confirmed that Volkswagen South Africa is recalling of its Amarok bakkies. The recall affects 374 vehicles sold between January to June of this year. Volkswagen South Africa has informed the commission that the issue with affected…

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China-backed Asian trade bloc looks to expand, upgrade deal

A large but loose Asian trade bloc that includes China, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, will consider adding new members and finding ways to boost trade when its leaders meet next month, the Malaysian hosts said on Monday. Malaysia plans to hold a summit of the RCEP, the world’s largest trade bloc, when it hosts the annual gathering of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations…

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SA Harvest adopts digital tools to improve food security

1 minute Food rescue organisation SA Harvest is adopting digital tools and smart logistics to strengthen its efforts to combat food waste and hunger across South Africa. The organisation has expanded its vehicle fleet to reach more underserved areas and improve the efficiency and safety of food distribution, particularly in maintaining cold-chain standards. This move…

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