Transnet Unveils Major Upgrade with 47 New RTGs at Cape Town Container Terminal

The Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT), operated by Transnet Port Terminals, is undergoing a significant transformation with the arrival of the first batch of...

South Africa’s Agricultural Sector Adapts as U.S. Tariffs Challenge Exports and Jobs

South Africa’s agricultural community is grappling with new trade hurdles after the United States imposed tariffs following President Donald Trump’s "Liberation Day" announcement on...

Wesgro Supports Agri-Exporters Amid Changing Global Tariffs

As global trade continues to evolve and tariffs remain a key focus for many exporters, Wesgro is committed to supporting exporters amid tariff changes. Wesgro...

Honeybush Innovation Brings Growth to Garden Route Farmers

In the misty mountains and rolling fields of the Garden Route, a new chapter is unfolding for small-scale honeybush farmers and wild harvesters. A...

Vergelegen Photo Contest Showcases Agricultural Estate’s Natural Splendour and Community Spirit

Vergelegen Wine Estate’s natural beauty inspires both professional and amateur photographers to capture its charm – and this year, the third edition of the...

Western Cape Minister Slams Cannabis Ban: A Threat to Jobs, Economy, and Growth

“The banning of cannabis will stifle the contribution the cannabis and hemp value chain can make to the economic, social and environmental objectives of...

Saving South Africa’s Bees: Why Collaborative Action Is Urgently Needed

When a Worcester-based beekeeper, who provides large-scale pollination services to farms, arrived to inspect his hives at a blueberry farm, he was met with...

South Africa Wine Raises Concern Over New Tax Hike on Industry

South Africa Wine has expressed deep disappointment following the government's latest budget announcement, describing the new excise tax increase as a damaging blow to...

New MoU with French Region Brings Major Boost for Western Cape Agriculture

On 10 March 2025, Premier Alan Winde signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Western Cape Government and France’s Regional Council of...

Western Cape Leads with Strong Agricultural Growth, Driving GDP and Investment Gains

Agriculture rebounded to a 17.2% growth rate, lifting South Africa’s GDP growth to 0.6% in Quarter 4 of 2024 and for the 2024 year,...

Welgemeen Boerdery Triumphs at CFG Awards for Excellence in Fruit Production

Welgemeen Boerdery, situated in the Witzenberg Valley, has earned top honors for overall excellence at the Ceres Fruit Growers (CFG) annual awards. The farm’s...

Unexpected Load-Shedding Chaos Disrupts South African Agriculture

South Africa’s agricultural sector is reeling from the sudden return of load-shedding, which escalated to Stage 6 on February 23, 2025, before being reduced...

New Partnership Enhances Cape Town Container Terminal Capacity

Stakeholders in the export- orientated fruit value chain, together with the Western Cape Government and Transnet Port Terminals, are pleased to announce a new...

Made in the Cape 2025 A Game-Changer for Western Cape Exporters

Western Cape exporters across diverse industries, including agriculture, are gearing up for the much-anticipated Made in the Cape 2025: Buyer’s Programme, set to take...

Entries Open for 2025 Diners Club Winelist Awards

A Century of Pinotage: A South African Icon Turns 100

Clarity Secured on U.S. Tariff Treatment for South African Exports Post-July 2025

De Rustica Wins Big at EVOOLEUM 2025

South Africa’s Premier Wine tourism Conference Returns in May