MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH GRANT PROGRAMME 2026
CALL FOR RESEARCH PROPOSALS
The Competition Commission South Africa (Commission) launched its Multidisciplinary Research Grant Programme (MRGP) to promote multidisciplinary research at South African tertiary institutions that
can inform and enhance competition law enforcement in the country.
The programme is open to doctoral students, post-doctoral researchers, academics based in South African tertiary institutions, and
experienced researchers in research institutions.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION - tinyurl.com/4tanfueu
Closing Date - 27 November 2026
For inquiry please contact - [email protected]
The Commission recently decided on several matters, including mergers and acquisitions in the property, energy, livestock and meat-processing, and food and beverage manufacturing sectors. Read the statement at compcom.co.za/wp-content/upl…
WEEKLY MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS UPDATES
The Competition Commission publishes a weekly list of merger and acquisition transactions currently under consideration.
Interested parties are invited to review the list and, where appropriate, make submissions to the Commission.
Scan the QR code or click the link below to access this week's update.
compcom.co.za/wp-content/upl…
ICYMI: We've referred diagnostic medical imaging equipment suppliers to @comptrib for prosecution over alleged anticompetitive conduct in the servicing and repair of diagnostic medical imaging equipment. Deputy Commissioner @hardinratshi will join @phalaphala to discuss the case.
Our latest Cost of Living Report highlighted that households remain under pressure as electricity, water, petrol, transport, healthcare and communication costs continue to rise. Economist Andiswa Sibhukwana discusses this & more tomorrow on @SAfmRadio. Tune in at 06:30 📻
The Commission recently decided on several matters, including mergers and acquisitions in the property and energy sectors. Read the statement at compcom.co.za/wp-content/upl…
The Commission has referred GE South Africa, GE Medical Systems SA, Siemens Healthcare and Philips SA Commercial to the @comptrib for prosecution over alleged anticompetitive conduct in the servicing and repair of diagnostic medical imaging equipment.
The alleged restrictions may have limited independent repair options, increased costs and prolonged equipment downtime with serious consequences for access to timely healthcare. Read more at: compcom.co.za/wp-content/upl…
Tune in to @cnbcafrica at 12:35 today as Deputy Commissioner Tamara Mokoka explains why merger parties must disclose all material information upfront during a merger review, in light of the Commission’s prosecution of Premier Group Limited and RFG.
The Commission’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Londiwe Mncube, joined Lerato Kganyago, ProVerb and the midday Metro FM team to discuss women’s influence in leadership and how they can support and empower one another.
We've partnered with @EmpowaWomen to support the development of women leaders. Listen to @METROFMSA today as our Chief HR Officer Londiwe Mncube explains the role organisations play in creating pathways for women & why access to networks, skills & established leaders is critical.
The Commission has approached the @comptrib to revoke its approval of the Premier-RFG merger over the alleged non-disclosure of plans to close the Tulbagh fruit canning facility. The proposed closure could affect 400+ workers, thousands of seasonal jobs & about 200 fruit growers.
Greater choice. More affordable repairs. Fairer competition. 🔧📱📺The Competition Commission has published final Guidelines to promote consumer choice and support independent providers in product repair, service and maintenance aftermarkets. Read more at: compcom.co.za/final-repair-s…
















