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SA can't afford costly nuclear build programme right now
Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba told a briefing ahead of his mini-budget that the sluggish economy and lack of demand for energy means that Eskom has a surplus of electricity.
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[LISTEN] Zuma meets with Russians over nuclear deal
Professor of Physics at the University of Johannesburg Professor Hartmut Winkler says a nuclear deal makes no sense currently in the South African context.
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Energy expert: A nuclear deal would be illegal
The 'Sunday Times' reported that a top team from Russia visited President Jacob Zuma just before the surprise Cabinet reshuffle last week.
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Corruption Watch: SA should be worried about SA-Russia nuclear deal
The NGO says South Africa should be worried because the idea of a nuclear deal has been met with much opposition.
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Outa to head to court if nuclear deal is illegal
Outa says it agrees with Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba that South Africa is not able to carry the financial burden of a nuclear programme.
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Reports: Russian delegation met with Zuma before Cabinet reshuffle
The 'Sunday Times' is reporting that the instruction given to Zuma from this so-called top team is that he speed up and conclude a multibillion dollar nuclear deal with the Russians.
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Mahlobo warns against speculating on new ministerial role
David Mahlobo is the same person who reportedly travelled with Zuma to Russia in 2014 to meet President Vladimir Putin.
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Energy expert describes Mahlobo’s appointment as suspicious
Energy expert Chris Yelland has stressed the importance of following a rational process in the procurement of nuclear as an energy source for the country.
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Trump resists pressure to soften stance on Iran nuclear deal
After Trump made clear three months ago he would not certify Iran’s compliance, his advisers moved to give him options to consider, a senior administration official said.
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UK reaffirms commitment to Iran nuclear deal in call with Trump - May's office
Britain’s Foreign Office said Iran had upheld its nuclear commitments, adding to international pressure on Trump not to jeopardise security in the region.
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[LISTEN] ‘Nuclear docs fuel public perception of dodgy deals’
Energy expert Chris Yelland says that the latest documents linked to the nuclear industry are deepening public suspicion about dubious dealings in the procurement process.
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DA claims possession of evidence showing nuclear deal irregular, unauthorised
The DA also claims that the Energy Ministry's Director General Thabane Zulu has refused to sign off on the report.
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Kubayi: SA's nuclear power legal battles may have hurt ties with Russia
Energy Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says South Africa must be careful not to tarnish other countries through its own internal disputes.
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[OPINION] The ‘funny democracy’ of Jacob Zuma
Judith February says President Zuma will likely want to forge ahead with the nuclear deal in some way despite a court ruling.
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Energy Minister to meet with govt’s legal team over nuclear court ruling
Energy Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has promised openness and transparency on the country's nuclear plans.
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Energy Dept ‘still needs to determine impact of high court ruling on nuclear’
Last week the High Court set aside five international agreements and a ministerial determination on nuclear energy ruling them unconstitutional and invalid.
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Energy minister directs dept to study nuclear ruling
Mmamoloko Kubayi is adamant that government has not entered into any deal or signed any contract to procure nuclear power.
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Opposition parties welcome nuclear court ruling
Government's declaration announcing its nuclear plans has been set aside, having been declared invalid & unconstitutional.
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Govt forced to shelve nuclear deal after court ruling
The Western Cape High Court ruled that government's nuclear plans are invalid and unconstitutional.
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Why is govt so adamant to pass nuclear deal?
The 'City Press' reported on Sunday that a timetable has been set up for bidders to be invited. However, Eskom has denied this.
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Anti-nuclear groups in limbo as no date set for judgment
Earthlife Africa & Safcei spent three days in court last week battling the legality of the country's nuclear plans.
