SAPREF Deal by CEF: Clean Break or Dirty Energy?
SAPREF, South Africa’s largest oil refinery, is at the center of a controversial deal with CEF. Is it a clean…
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WATCH | The People’s Hearing on Energy Profiteers 2025 – We Can’t See the Sunset | Climate Justice and Just Energy Transition
WATCH | The People’s Hearing on Energy Profiteers 2025 – We Can’t See the Sunset | Climate Justice and Just Energy Transition
SAPREF Oil Refinery Deal: Controversy Over Shell and BP’s Exit Sparks National Debate
In a move that has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s energy, environmental, and legal sectors, the Central Energy Fund (CEF) has reportedly struck a deal with Shell and BP to purchase the SAPREF refinery in Durban under questionable terms. The deal, described as a “clean break” for Shell and BP, may well be a poisoned chalice for South African taxpayers and a disaster for communities already suffering from decades of industrial pollution. The deal appears to absolve the oil giants from liabilities related to environmental degradation, structural decay, and historical contamination, transferring all these responsibilities to the South African government through the state-owned CEF
Motsweding FM: The Heartbeat of Tswana Culture and Community Engagement
Introduction: The Significance of Motsweding FM Motsweding FM is a leading radio station in South Africa that serves the Tswana-speaking…
MTN’s R74 Billion Lawsuit: 5 Key Reasons This Case Could Redefine Global Corporate Accountability
MTN faces a R74bn lawsuit over alleged bribery in Iran. This case could reshape global corporate accountability and test…
Electronic Voting in South Africa: IEC Invites Public to Participate by 30 September 2025
The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has launched a major public consultation regarding the future of electronic voting in the country. This initiative invites all South Africans to read and respond to a newly released discussion document that explores the possible implementation of electronic voting systems in upcoming elections.
Commission of inquiry into police corruption way overdue
Since 2019, organisations such as CW and the Institute for Security Studies have raised alarms about the pervasive growth of organised crime during South Africa’s state capture years. In a joint submission to the Zondo commission, they detailed how criminal justice agencies were manipulated for political and personal gain.
Gauteng’s Corruption Scandal: R3.4 Million Lost and Recovered – Forensic Reports and Accountability
Gauteng corruption, forensic reports Gauteng, R3.4 million corruption, Gauteng fraud cases, South Africa government corruptio In recent years, the Gauteng…
Elon Musk: Wednesday Morning Spice: Top Global Headlines from Elon Musk to Durban Beach Ban
Start your day informed with Wednesday Morning Spice—a curated roundup of today’s most important global news stories. From political shocks and legal showdowns to urban development and tech titans, here’s your ultimate briefing on what matters most in the world right now.
Billion-Rand Mental Hospital Scandal: Former Officials and Consultants Face Corruption Charges in Northern Cape
Explore the unfolding billion-rand mental hospital corruption scandal involving former government officials and private consultants in South Africa. Learn about the charges, investigation details, and the impact on public finance management.
mental hospital scandal, Northern Cape corruption, South African government corruption, public finance management fraud, Hawks investigation, Babereki Consulting scandal, Motlalepule Elia Selemela, Ruth Palm, state capture South Africa, money laundering South Africa