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Eskom lifts load reduction in five provinces as winter availability improves
State-owned power utility Eskom said it sustained an upward trajectory in energy availability factor and continued to deliver energy security during winter, enabling it to lift load reduction measures in five South African provinces as of July 10, 2026.
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Sanofi wins US approval for wearable-injector Sarclisa Escena, a first in cancer dosing
Sanofi announced United States regulatory approval of Sarclisa Escena, the subcutaneous formulation of the cancer drug Sarclisa, for administration using a portable injector. The approval makes this the first anticancer treatment authorised for use with a wearable portable injector in the United States. Sanofi said the
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Old Mutual shifts Zimbabwe secondary listing to Victoria Falls Stock Exchange for U.S. dollar liquidity
Old Mutual Limited's board has resolved to migrate its secondary listing in Zimbabwe from the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange to the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange, subject to regulatory approvals. The company cites improved liquidity, rising turnover on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange, dollar denominated trading and procedur
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HSBC seeks whitewash waiver for connected-party share issue; calls EGM on potential control shift
The company intends to issue and subscribe for shares under a specific mandate involving a connected party. It has applied for a whitewash waiver to exclude the connected party from mandatory general offer obligations and has called an extraordinary general meeting to seek shareholder approval for the transactions and
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HKEX halts trading in a Hong Kong-listed company; reason and timeline not disclosed
The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited has issued a notice of a trading halt in a listed company. No further details on the reason for the halt, duration or affected securities were provided in the notice excerpt.
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HSBC trading halted in Hong Kong as exchange awaits company disclosure
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has issued a notice of a trading halt for an unnamed listed company. The halt suspends trading in the company’s securities pending an announcement or further information, per exchange procedures.
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Capitec sells rental finance arm to Sasfin for R201m, backs deal with R1.6bn secured facility
Capitec Bank Limited has agreed to sell 100% of Capitec Rental Finance (CRF) to Sasfin Capital (Pty) Ltd for R201 million, subject to customary adjustments and approvals. CRF, acquired in 2019, is a profitable rental finance business. Capitec will provide a secured R1.6 billion credit facility to CRF under Sasfin owner
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S&P Global lifts NEPI Rockcastle to BBB+ with stable outlook
S&P Global Ratings has upgraded NEPI Rockcastle's long-term issuer credit rating to BBB+ from BBB and maintained a stable outlook. The upgrade reflects the rating agency's assessment of the company's business profile and financial metrics. No other details provided in the announcement excerpt.
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S&P Global lifts NEPI Rockcastle to BBB+ with stable outlook on stronger balance sheet
S&P Global Ratings has upgraded NEPI Rockcastle N.V.’s long-term issuer credit rating from BBB with a positive outlook to BBB+ with a stable outlook and raised the rating on the group’s senior unsecured debt to BBB+. S&P cited low leverage, disciplined financial policy, resilient operating performance, high-quality ass
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Treasury to explain withheld July 2026 municipal equitable share transfers
The national finance minister will hold a media briefing about the decision to withhold the July 2026 equitable share transfers to selected municipalities. The briefing will explain the reasons for the withholding and next steps for affected local governments and stakeholders.
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Aspen names Ben Kruger incoming chair; Kuseni Dlamini, Chris Mortimer to exit after 2026 AGM
Aspen Pharmacare Holdings announces board changes: Kuseni Dlamini will not stand for re-election and will step down as chair at the December 2026 annual general meeting. Ben Kruger has been appointed successor chair. Chris Mortimer will retire at the same meeting. Dr Yvonne Muthien will be granted a one-year tenure ext
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Fed minutes spotlight cautious rate path, with ripple effects for dollar and global flows
The United States Federal Reserve Board released the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting held June 16-17, 2026. The minutes provide participants' views on monetary policy, economic conditions and future policy considerations discussed at the meeting.
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Eskom ends load reduction for over 1 million customers as five provinces go reduction‑free
State power utility Eskom says it has removed more than one million customers from scheduled load reduction, and five provinces are now free of load reduction. The utility attributed the change to improved generation and system stability and noted that load reduction may be reinstated if conditions worsen.
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Treasury probe into transversal contracts signals procurement shake-up risk
The National Treasury has opened an investigation into the awarding of multiple transversal contracts and allegations of improper conduct involving a former Treasury employee. The inquiry will examine procurement processes and possible misconduct; further details and outcomes will be provided when available.
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PayInc index slips 0.9% in June to lowest since November 2025 as uncertainty bites
The PayInc Economic Index from BankservAfrica fell 0.9% month on month in June 2026, after a revised 2.0% drop in May, reaching 102.4 — its lowest since November 2025 but 2.5% above June 2025. The report attributes the weakening to persistent uncertainty that has hurt business and consumer confidence.
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Prosus prices new seven- and ten-year US dollar bonds, adding fresh offshore funding
Prosus N.V. has priced two new United States dollar bond issues, a seven-year tranche and a ten-year tranche. The company announced the terms of the offerings through Euronext. No further financial details or use of proceeds were provided in the announcement.
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Alibaba’s latest quarterly update extends Hong Kong trading suspension, sets out hurdles to return
The company provided a quarterly update on its ongoing suspension of trading and the status of efforts to resume trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. It outlined progress, outstanding conditions to be met for resumption, and continued suspension until those conditions are satisfied.
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Treasury to brief on temporary halt of July 2026 municipal equitable share payouts
National Treasury will hold a media briefing to discuss its decision to temporarily withhold July 2026 equitable share transfers to selected municipalities. The briefing will explain reasons for the withholding, affected municipalities and next steps for restoration of payments.
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Labour Registrar clarifies Public Servants’ Association status, lists compliance steps still outstanding
The Registrar of Labour Relations in South Africa issued an update on the legal and administrative status of the Public Servants’ Association, detailing recent actions, compliance steps and any outstanding requirements affecting the union’s registration and operations.
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Naspers steps up buybacks and backs JSE drive to reunite investors with unpaid dividends
Naspers Limited reports it bought 898,420 ordinary shares in the period 29 June to 3 July 2026 for a total of ZAR737,676,975 (US$45,154,955) at an average price of ZAR821.0825 per share. The company also reminds shareholders to check and claim unpaid or unclaimed dividends via the Johannesburg Stock Exchange Claim-It p
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BlackRock crosses 5% threshold with Northam Holdings stake disclosure
BlackRock, Inc. has notified Northam Platinum Holdings Limited that it has acquired a beneficial interest equal to 5.02% of Northam Holdings’ issued share capital. Northam Holdings will file required notifications with the Takeover Regulation Panel and the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission.
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National Treasury to tighten municipal financial controls to curb misuse of public funds
National Treasury will implement measures to ensure municipalities manage public money properly. The steps aim to strengthen financial controls, improve accountability and reduce misuse of funds by local governments. Details on specific measures and timelines were set out by the Treasury.
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National Treasury sets criteria and procedure for municipalities to access withheld July 2026 local government
The National Treasury published Annexure A detailing criteria and a step-by-step procedure for municipalities affected by withheld funds to secure release of their withheld July 2026 local government equitable share. The annexure explains required documentation, compliance conditions and timelines for submission and ve
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Treasury names municipalities for July 2026 conditional transfers under Section 216
National Treasury released the July 2026 Section 216 list identifying selected municipalities for transfers or conditional allocations under Section 216 of the Constitution. The list names municipalities and details amounts and conditions for national government support.
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Stats SA flags two-decade shifts in municipal wage burden, reshaping local budgets
Statistics South Africa releases the June 2026 edition of 'Stats Biz', reviewing 20 years of local government spending. The report highlights how employee-related costs as a share of municipal operational expenditure have changed and examines the municipal wage bill alongside other stories.
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Interim report for fiscal 2025/2026 published
The company released its interim report for the fiscal period 2025/2026. The document provides interim financial results, operational highlights and management commentary for the six-month period, and outlines key developments and subsequent events affecting the business.
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Fitch revises Investec national long-term ratings to AAA(zaf); short-term affirmed
Fitch Ratings on 3 July 2026 revised Investec Limited’s and Investec Bank Limited’s national long-term ratings to 'AAA(zaf)' from 'AA+(zaf)' and affirmed national short-term ratings at 'F1+(zaf)'. The change reflects a recalibration of Fitch’s national ratings following upgrades to South Africa’s and Investec’s long-te
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FSCA probes FXNovus and three executives in widening scrutiny of forex platforms
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority is investigating FXNovus (Proprietary) Limited and three individuals: Mr Paul Anthony Baise, Mr Ori Mishkal and Mr Clint Martin Reinertsen. The regulator has opened an inquiry into potential conduct issues and is gathering information; no enforcement outcome announced.
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FSCA maps out 2026–2028 rulemaking agenda with timelines and consultation windows
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has published its Three-Year Regulation Plan for 2026, setting out regulatory priorities and planned rule-making activities for the next three years. The plan outlines timelines, focus areas and stakeholder engagement for upcoming regulatory initiatives.
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FSCA warns public: Kobus Venter and Kobus Venter Wealth Planning lack authorisation
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has issued a public warning against Mr Kobus Venter and the business trading as Kobus Venter Wealth Planning. The FSCA says they are not authorised to render financial services or advice and urges the public to exercise caution and verify the authorization status of provide
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Why did the Financial Sector Conduct Authority issue a deepfake scam alert using famous broadcasters?
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority warns that an investment scam used synthetic media to impersonate broadcaster Bruce Whitfield and author Maya Fisher-French. Fraudsters circulated manipulated audio and video to solicit investments; the regulator urges the public to verify communications, report suspicious contact
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FSCA warns of Telegram impostors posing as Fairtree and its CEO to solicit funds
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns the public that individuals are impersonating Fairtree Asset Management and its chief executive officer on the messaging platform Telegram, offering investment advice and soliciting funds. The FSCA urges caution, confirms these accounts are unauthorised and reminds in
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Eskom lifts energy availability by 5.75 points year-on-year, eases load cuts for 1m+ customers
State power utility Eskom says it sustained a stable electricity supply, improved its energy availability factor by 5.75 percentage points year‑on‑year and removed more than one million customers from load reduction measures in the reported period.
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Report: Mobile money now core financial infrastructure across Africa — what it means for SA
A Forbes Africa article highlighted that mobile money has moved beyond niche convenience to become a core infrastructure across African economies, playing a central role in financial activity and economic growth, according to PayInc and BankservAfrica.
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Digital money, data standards and rail upgrades set to speed up cross‑border payments
Digital money, improved data standards and upgraded payment infrastructure are converging to make global payments faster and richer in information. The shift goes beyond instant settlement and blockchain headlines to broader changes in how transactions are processed and data travels across systems, according to the art
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South African Reserve Bank classifies cash as critical public infrastructure
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has changed its stance on cash, now treating cash as critical public infrastructure to be protected and modernised rather than an obstacle to a digital economy. The shift affects policy and operational approaches to currency provision and access.
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Power output slumps to 2002-era low as inflation quickens: what June’s data signal
Statistics South Africa published 28 releases in June. Electricity generation fell sharply to its lowest non-pandemic level since 2002. Manufacturing and some transport and construction measures declined, while mining, retail, motor trade and tourist accommodation rose. Consumer inflation accelerated to 4.5% in May and
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State-owned PIC discloses 20.098% stake in Aspen Pharmacare, crossing key threshold
Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited has been notified that Public Investment Corporation SOC Limited now holds a 20.098% interest in the company’s issued ordinary shares. The company filed the required notice with the Takeover Regulation Panel and confirms the disclosure.
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A.P. Moller Holding moves on Ocean Yield, sharpening consolidation in ship leasing
A.P. Moller Holding announced it will acquire Ocean Yield from KKR. The transaction transfers ownership of the ship-owning and leasing business from the private equity firm KKR to A.P. Moller Holding. No financial terms or completion timeline were provided in the announcement.
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HKEX:0005 delays 2026 results and annual report; postpones board meeting and halts trading
The company notified the stock exchange of a delay in publishing its 2026 annual results and a possible delay in sending the 2026 annual report. It also announced postponement of a board meeting previously scheduled to approve results and the suspension of trading in its shares pending publication.
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HSBC trading halted in Hong Kong with no explanation, stoking index-level uncertainty
The issuer notified the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that trading in its securities has been suspended. No further details or reasons were provided in the announcement. The company did not specify timing for resumption or disclose additional information.
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HSBC halts Hong Kong trading without explanation, timeline unclear
A Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (Hong Kong Exchange) listed company has notified the exchange of a suspension of trading in its securities. The announcement provides no further details on the reason for or expected duration of the suspension.
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Tencent delays 2026 results amid ongoing review, warns of possible HK trading suspension
The company notified the Hong Kong Stock Exchange of a delay in publishing its 2026 annual results and annual report due to an ongoing review. It said this may lead to a temporary suspension of trading in its securities while the issues are resolved and the information is disclosed.
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HSBC delays 2026 results and annual report; board meeting postponed as HK trading is suspended
The company says it cannot publish its 2026 annual results or despatch the 2026 annual report on time due to ongoing enquiries by regulators and advisors. A board meeting to approve results is postponed and trading of the company’s securities on the exchange is suspended pending publication.
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HSBC trading halted in Hong Kong without explanation, raising questions over next steps
A company notified the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited that trading in its securities has been suspended. No further details were provided in the announcement about the reason, expected duration or next steps. Investors were referred to further announcements from the company and the exchange.
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HSBC delays FY2026 results, warns of annual report slippage; trading suspended in Hong Kong
The company notified delays in publishing its annual results and possibly its annual report for the year ended 31 March 2026. It cites unresolved matters requiring more time to finalise the financial statements. Pending resolution, the company’s securities have been suspended from trading. No dates for publication or r
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naamsa’s June flash report puts exports and short‑term outlook in sharper focus
naamsa The Automotive Business Council reports June 2026 vehicle sales and production trends for South Africa, covering new vehicle sales, export volumes, production activity and short-term market outlooks. The report summarises industry performance and developments for the month.
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NAAMSA reports June 2026 new vehicle sales statistics
NAAMSA, the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa, released its June 2026 new vehicle sales statistics covering domestic sales, exports and model segments. The release provides monthly sales volumes and year-to-date comparisons but contains no forecast or guidance.
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