RC 260820Cape TalkStephen Grootes
Thursday, 20 August 2026
Reform politics, electricity curtailment and corporate results dominated the show, with business leaders backing the government’s growth push while unpacking pressure on power producers.
- 18:46
Ramaphosa said phase three of the government-business partnership will embed reforms so they cannot be reversed, with measurable targets, firm timelines and accountable leaders aimed at growth above 3%.
- 18:47
Business for South Africa’s Martin Kingston backed that view, saying the reform drive has traction in transport, energy and logistics, and the new phase will focus on mining, agriculture, tourism and infrastructure.
- 18:57
NTCSA curtailment payments are rising because more renewable and coal generation is coming onto the grid than the transmission system can handle; Jose Maleshe said the framework runs to 2028 and is not sustainable long-term.
- 18:14
Exxaro reported coal production up 11% and renewable output up 12%, while adding manganese to the group; Spur lifted revenue 8.5% but John Dory’s sales fell 11% and the group is still facing a R130 million legal provision.