In June 2025, the World Bank approved a $1.5 billion loan to South Africa aimed at stabilising its energy supply, rebuilding key infrastructure, and enabling structural economic reform. While headlines…
read moreSouth Africa’s ratification of the Luxembourg Rail Protocol, effective from May 1, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the nation’s efforts to revitalize its manufacturing sector, particularly in railway rolling…
read moreSouth Africa is confronting a significant energy challenge as its primary natural gas supply from Mozambique’s Pande and Temane fields is projected to cease by July 2028. This impending “gas…
read moreIntroduction In a decisive step towards modernising its automotive industry, South Africa has unveiled a R1 billion initiative to bolster local production of electric vehicles (EVs), batteries, and related manufacturing…
read moreArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA), the nation’s leading steel producer, is currently engaged in negotiations with the government and other stakeholders to secure funding aimed at deferring the closure of its…
read moreIntroduction South Africa’s manufacturing sector stands at a pivotal juncture, reflecting a tapestry of challenges and opportunities. Recent developments, from infrastructure investments to industrial setbacks, paint a complex picture of…
read moreAt Uzenzele, we know that 2025 marks a pivotal year for Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) funding in South Africa, with changes to B-BBEE policies pushing businesses toward deeper, more…
read moreAs the co-founder of Uzenzele Holdings, I am optimistic about the recent appointment of Parks Tau as Minister of the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (DTIC), alongside Zuko Godlimpi…
read moreSouth Africa stands at the threshold of an exciting new era: green industrialisation. However, to successfully join this global race, robust supply-side support is essential. At Uzenzele, we believe our…
read moreThe recent announcement of the world’s third-biggest automaker establishing a new factory in South Africa is a significant development for the country’s manufacturing sector. This move not only highlights South…
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