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Reimagining business education – How global trends are shaping the future of work

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The global workforce is in flux. Rapid technological advancement, climate imperatives, demographic shifts and economic uncertainty are reshaping work as we know it.  More than 170 million new jobs will be created — and 92 million lost — by the end of the decade and about 40% of current job skills will become obsolete, according […]

Breaking the MBA mould – A radical rethink of business education for the real world

Breaking the MBA mould – A radical rethink of business education for the real world

The old MBA is dead. Or at least it should be, according to Milpark Business School. Under the leadership of director Segran Nair, the school has rebuilt its MBA from the ground up to tackle the real, messy complexity of today’s business landscape. Climate uncertainty, economic volatility, digital disruption and social inequality demand a new […]

Super tool or shortcut? How artificial intelligence is forcing a rethink of business education

Super tool or shortcut? How artificial intelligence is forcing a rethink of business education

Not too long ago, artificial intelligence (AI) was a futuristic buzzword in business schools; now it’s an ever-present classmate that cannot be ignored. From streamlining assignments to sparking debate on the future of education, tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, Notion AI and Perplexity are reshaping how students learn, how faculties teach and how qualifications are […]

Juggling degrees and demands – How mid-career students can protect their mental health

Juggling degrees and demands – How mid-career students can protect their mental health

Returning to university as a mid-career professional is a bold and often transformative decision, but it can also be mentally and emotionally taxing. Delia Hamlett, an educational psychologist who works closely with adult learners, says that although these students bring valuable life experience to the classroom, they also face a unique set of mental health […]

Strategy, storytelling and digital transformation – Business education to bridge creativity and commerce 

Strategy, storytelling and digital transformation – Business education to bridge creativity and commerce 

For Gugulethu Tshimanga, returning to university wasn’t about perfect timing — it was about purpose. As the senior regional social media specialist for EMEA at Infobip, a global communications platform, she leads social media strategy across multiple markets. “I’m a curious thinker, a collaborative leader and someone who genuinely values authenticity and meaningful connection,” she […]

Soft skills, hard results – Why leaders who connect are the ones who succeed 

Soft skills, hard results – Why leaders who connect are the ones who succeed 

Technical expertise might get you the job — but it’s emotional intelligence, clear communication and the ability to connect that will keep you there and move you forward. According to Melini Moses, communications strategist and founder of Express Yourself, soft skills are now leadership essentials. “They’re not separate from strategy — they are strategy.”  With […]

Standard Bank Group advances ambition to grow East Africa

Standard Bank Group advances ambition to grow East Africa

Africa continues to stand out as a compelling opportunity in the global landscape. Strong GDP growth forecasts, a powerful demographic dividend, and rising economic formalisation position the continent as a key growth frontier. In an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment, Africa’s importance is rising further – offering both rapidly growing consumer demand and essential supply‑side advantages, […]

Reclaimers bemoan loss of livelihoods

About 140 waste pickers, who had spent years recovering recyclables from a landfill site, say they were given just a day’s notice that it would close

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A Confident Year for South African Tourism

For Thandiwe Mathibela, General Manager for Global PR, Communications and Stakeholder Relations and Acting Chief Marketing Officer at South African Tourism, the global brand campaign “South Africa Awaits – Come Find Your Joy” has been more than a marketing exercise. It is an invitation to see the country through new eyes. “The campaign began with […]

Business events are no longer just meetings or conferences – they are a powerful engine for South Africa’s visitor economy. In 2023, the sector was valued at an estimated R122bn, up from R72bn in 2022, underlining its growing significance in job creation, regional development, and economic diversification. As chief conventions bureau officer at South African […]

Domestic tourism is still the pulse of South Africa’s visitor economy, driving local employment and sustaining the sector through uncertainty. Head of Domestic Tourism Mashoto Mokgethi says South Africans themselves remain the industry’s greatest strength. “Domestic tourism is the backbone of our economy,” she says. “It keeps the sector alive throughout the year and ensures […]

The December holiday rush is more than a busy season; it is a powerful opportunity for small tourism businesses to boost revenue and build long-term visibility. KwaZulu-Natal alone expects more than two million visitors this festive season, generating around R13 billion in economic activity. For South Africa’s small, medium and micro enterprises, this is the […]

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Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has announced the upcoming launch of 24/7 trading for stock futures, removing traditional market-hour constraints and giving traders uninterrupted access to global equities. The upgrade marks a major step in Bitget’s UEX vision, where crypto-native speed and flexibility extend fully into traditional markets.  While equities remain largely tied […]

Having medical aid cover in South Africa can mean important protection and access in the case of illness or injury. But understanding the different options and what they cost can be tricky and overwhelming. Co-founder of comparison website Medicalaid.com, Adriaan Schoeman, explains how to do it well.  Question:  Why is choosing a medical aid option […]

South Africa’s 2025 matric results once again placed Horizon and Star Colleges, under the Horizon Foundation, among the country’s high-performing educational institutions. Headlines speak of distinctions, provincial top achievers and impressive pass rates. But these results did not begin in an examination hall. They did not begin in Durban, Johannesburg or Cape Town. They began […]

Each January, matric results dominate headlines across South Africa, offering a snapshot of academic performance at the end of a long schooling journey. For many families, these numbers matter deeply, symbolising years of commitment, sacrifice and hope. Yet, as the world young people are entering becomes increasingly complex, the national conversation around education is slowly […]

For more than a decade, Vialli Jeans has occupied a distinct space in South Africa’s fashion landscape. Known for its confident aesthetic, sharp detailing, and unmistakable street-luxury edge, the brand has steadily evolved from a denim label into a broader lifestyle name. The launch of Vialli Sunglasses marks the latest step in that journey. The […]

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