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Western Cape

The Western Cape is a province of South Africa, with its capital in Cape Town. It is the country's fourth-largest province by population and a major economic hub, contributing about 14% of national gross domestic product. The province is renowned for its diverse economy, spanning agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, finance and technology services. Wine production, fruit exports and fishing are cornerstone agricultural activities, supported by a Mediterranean climate and fertile valleys. Cape Town serves as the legislative capital of South Africa and is a leading destination for international tourism, conferences and film production. The Western Cape hosts significant port and logistics infrastructure, including the Port of Cape Town and Saldanha Bay, a deep-water harbour critical to iron-ore exports. The province has emerged as a technology and innovation centre, attracting startups, venture capital and skills in software development, fintech and renewable energy. It is governed by a provincial administration and has historically differed politically from the national government. Unemployment, spatial inequality and water security remain pressing socioeconomic challenges. The Western Cape's strategic location, skills base and infrastructure continue to underpin its role as a gateway for trade and investment into Africa.

Western Cape Updates


Specialist commercial insurance brokerage shares top lessons from recent Eastern and Western Cape floods
9th June 2026

The recent devastating floods and storms across the Eastern and Western Cape, including Robertson, Ceres, the broader Breede River region and the Garden Route, have left commercial farmers and... 


PPC CEO Matias Cardarelli
PPC delivers 67% Ebitda increase as turnaround strategy progresses
8th June 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed cement producer PPC says it has delivered a second consecutive year of strong turnaround-driven performance for the 12 months ended March 31, with a step-change in results across all key... 


How ACTOM NECRT solutions are powering South Africa’s renewable energy expansion
How ACTOM NECRT solutions are powering South Africa’s renewable energy expansion
5th June 2026

As South Africa accelerates its transition to cleaner energy, the reliability and performance of grid‑connection equipment have become central to the success of large‑scale renewable projects.... 


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On-The-Air (05/06/2026)
5th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about the new mining cadastre, Gauteng's gold-mining revival, and reforms in South Africa's mining sector. 


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New cadastre, Sam Molefi, PyroFuZA make headlines
5th June 2026

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer discusses the new online mining licensing system that has begun with Western Cape applications; Sam Molefi's Modi Mining operation; and PyroFuZA, which sees a... 


Strandfontein Pavilion
Strandfontein Pavilion refurbishment project, South Africa
5th June 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

State-owned Transnet National Ports Authority plans to upgrade of the entire Strandfontein Pavilion. 


Water drop
Berg River Voëlvlei Augmentation Scheme, South Africa – update
5th June 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The project remained in the preconstruction stage as at May 2026, with detailed design, tender design and associated documentation still to be undertaken. 


Transmission infrastructure, solar PV panels and wind turbines
Grid, renewable-energy expansions should proceed in tandem
5th June 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

In South Africa, plans for strengthening the country's electricity transmission grid and further increasing renewable energy generating capacity are not yet in alignment, JUWI Renewable Energy... 


Image of construction on the Mtentu bridge
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge project – Mtentu bridge, South Africa – update
5th June 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

There has been another delay, with the South African National Agency Limited citing unforeseen construction challenges. 


COMBUSTION MONITORING The upgraded boilers are equipped with combustion monitoring instrumentation to ensure optimal combustion conditions
Boiler upgrades maximise efficiency at fishmeal plant
5th June 2026 By: Keabetswe Shilakwe

Global fishing company Oceana Group has completed a boiler upgrade at its Laaiplek fishmeal plant, in the Western Cape, replacing end-of-life equipment with modern systems designed to increase... 


Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe.
New cadastre processing W Cape mining licence applications, Parliament hears
4th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The phased rollout of the new online mining licensing system – the cadastre – is progressing steadily, with Western Cape applications being received and processed online, Parliament was informed on... 


A box of oranges
Citrus exports from flooded areas to be at least 5% lower – CGA
4th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Initial assessments of flood-impacted citrus-growing areas indicate that the recent severe weather will cause a decrease of at least 5% in expected export estimates from flood-damaged areas, says... 


Fairvest reports progress in repositioning to retail, declares interim dividend
3rd June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Fairvest CEO Darren Wilder says the company is making consistent progress in repositioning itself as a retail-focused portfolio through the disposal of... 


Aerial impression of the Atlantic Aerodrome
Atlantic Aerodrome Phase 1 set to open in the Swartland in September
3rd June 2026 By: Irma Venter

The R500-million, first phase of the new purpose-built general aviation and turboprop base, Atlantic Aerodrome, is set to open its doors in the Swartland, in the Western Cape, in September. The... 


Italy’s SDF agricultural machinery group sets up shop in the Western Cape
Italy’s SDF agricultural machinery group sets up shop in the Western Cape
3rd June 2026 By: Irma Venter

The Western Cape has secured another international investment, with Italian agricultural machinery manufacturer SDF opening its South African commercial subsidiary in Paarl. The 100-year-old... 


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TIA 2.0 aims to spearhead innovation
2nd June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), is entering a new stage for the agency, TIA 2.0, to position the agency at the... 


Middle East tensions interrupt business confidence recovery – report
Middle East tensions interrupt business confidence recovery – report
2nd June 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Business Confidence Index (BCI) published by financial services firm RMB and economic research organisation the Bureau for Economic Research (BER) fell by eight points to 39 in the second... 


Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth
Labour Minister pushes youth jobs agenda, tougher stance on undocumented workers
2nd June 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth says her department is intensifying efforts to tackle unemployment through a combination of employment programmes, skills development initiatives... 


An image of Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister Samantha Graham-Maré
DEE to assess next steps for energy performance certificate registrations
1st June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister Samantha Graham-Maré has commended owners of large public and private buildings that have registered their properties for an Energy Performance Certificate... 


FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA Launches FRICOFIN LD 50, Advancing Next-Generation Coolant Technology for Local Fleets
1st June 2026

South Africa - FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA has announced the local introduction of FRICOFIN LD 50, a premium-performance, ready-mix coolant engineered to meet the increasingly complex thermal... 


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