Africa’s biggest lender, Standard Bank, has launched the first-ever Shari’ah-compliant overdraft facility in Southern Africa, marking a transformative milestone for Islamic Finance on the continent. Designed to empower business owners with more Shari’ah-compliant solutions, the product adds to a long list of Standard Bank’s innovative solutions to meet the unique needs of Africa’s growing demand […]
The Youth Health Economics Focal Area (Health Systems Research Unit, South Africa) hosted a stakeholder engagement workshop (23rd June 2025) as part of the launch of their latest project entitled PAMHoYA (Co-development of a Mental Health Data Discovery Platform and Harmonisation of Mental Health Measures for Young People in South Africa). A first for mental […]
Step into the dusty halls of a museum that never existed—until now. Imagine walking past a shattered crown from a sky kingdom that never touched Earth, or gazing at a musical scroll that only plays in moonlight. With Dreamina’s AI image generator, we’re not just visiting museums—we’re building them from the ground up. These are […]
Vodacom Business has been voted winner of the Most Trusted Enterprise Telecommunications Provider of the Year award for 2025 by MyBroadband, reaffirming its leadership in delivering advanced ICT solutions that drive digital transformation across South Africa’s business landscape. This annual accolade recognises the provider offering the most comprehensive and effective telecommunications services to South African […]
Starting an online casino business is difficult because there are multiple things you have to take into account, and the process can be rather confusing for a beginner. Today, we’ve collaborated with Sophia Novakivska of DashTickets to help you understand the industry, set your expectations, and provide you with a simple outline of the steps […]
African Investments has released its Q2 2025 Deal Book to its global investor network, highlighting 65 high-quality investment opportunities spanning the African continent. First launched in 2023 in partnership with AFSIC – Investing in Africa, the Deal Book series was developed to consolidate top opportunities showcased on the African Investments Dashboard into an accessible format […]
Prosus delivered a strong performance during a transformative year. We have exceeded our profitability targets, as we build the leading lifestyle ecommerce company in Latin America, Europe and India, driven by AI and innovation. ● Ecommerce revenue growth of 21%, to US$6.2bn. ● Adjusted EBIT increased twelve times to US$443m, ahead of guidance. ● iFood […]
Naspers delivered a strong performance during a transformative year, as we build the leading lifestyle ecommerce company in Latin America, Europe and India, driven by AI and innovation. ● Ecommerce revenue growth of 21%, to US$7.0bn. ● Adjusted EBIT increased 18 times to US$430m. ● iFood aEBIT grew 178%, OLX aEBIT up 61% and eMAG […]
Johannesburg’s vibrant music scene is set to come alive with the much-anticipated “Jazz for Young People” festival, presented by the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz. This unique event, scheduled for July 26, 2025, at the National School of Arts (NSA) in Braamfontein, promises a full day of world-class jazz, family fun, and a powerful celebration […]
Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has been named as Africa’s Most Admired Financial Services Brand for 2025. The accolade was conferred as part of Brand Africa’s 15th annual Africa’s Best Brands report, based on an independent study conducted across 31 countries throughout the continent. The Africa Best Brands study is described as the […]
No deposit bonuses have become a game-changer for online casino players in South Africa, offering an exciting way to jump into real money gaming without risking a cent upfront. As Jeff Vertes, a seasoned gambling expert, I’ve witnessed the growing appeal of promotions like the sign up R500 bonus no deposit in South Africa, which […]
Crypto enthusiasts know there are few figures as influential as Charles Hoskinson, who is the co-founder of Ethereum and founder of Cardano. Hoskinson is one of the personalities who has been at the forefront of blockchain innovation for years, and lately he has been making waves with its plans to transform ADA, Cardano’s native token […]
Leading multi-asset broker PrimeXBT recently announced the expansion of its Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) licence in South Africa to include Crypto asset services. This makes the broker one of the few regulated companies offering traders access to both Crypto and traditional markets. The move is seen as a significant step forward in secure and […]
Blockchain technology has the potential to change the world by bringing transparency and safety to global datasets. Since every piece of data recorded on the ledger is untouchable, meaning no one can delete or alter it, blockchain’s traceability features can help manage counterfeiting and fraud. Blockchain can be helpful in various industries, including healthcare, where […]
In 2022, Ethereum made a dramatic change. It shifted from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake, a move that promised to cut its energy use by over 99 percent. Headlines called it a climate win, and supporters claimed Ethereum had finally gone green. But going green is more than just a headline. It takes proof, consistent results, and […]
The crypto industry long existed in a gray area, with officials unable to clearly define what was allowed in digital asset activity. Crypto-backed loan companies, in particular, have experienced difficulties, risks and doubts because of the ambiguity in this sector. Recently, lawmakers have been working on the CLARITY Act, which aims to address these issues. The CLARITY […]
Once upon a time, luxury stays were synonymous with high-touch service, opulent dining, gold-plated fittings, Hermès amenities and even gold-plated iPads in every room (if you were lucky enough to stay at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai). Today? They could well mean sleeping on the retro sixties train La Dolce Vita Orient Express, or […]
Ocean Basket is bringing serious fire to winter with the launch of its brand new Spicy Prawns. This limited-time dish features 15 mouthwatering prince prawns, smothered in a spicy garlic sauce and served with half chips, half rice for just R145. Available nationwide for sit-down and take away from 15 to 30 June 2025, this […]
The right wearable doesn’t just keep up with your routine, it elevates it. The new HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series, featuring the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 and HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Pro, is made for those who take their movement, goals and recovery seriously. From detailed outdoor tracking to all-day heart health monitoring, it’s a […]
Africa’s premier jazz event, the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, returns in 2025 with a bold, expanded vision, offering three full days of live music, artistic innovation, and global collaboration. From 26 – 28 September, the Sandton International Convention Centre in Johannesburg will transform into a vibrant hub for jazz lovers, featuring over 60 musicians […]
Africa is on the cusp of a digital transformation – and digital ID is the key to unlocking it. By the end of 2025, there will be 9.5 billion people on Earth, and 25% of these people will be African. By 2100, that number will rise to 4 in 10. Africa is also the youngest […]
Comrades Marathon 2025 had no shortage of tough runners, but one stood out like no other. LucQuevauvilliers, a five-time Comrades finisher, took on the 89.98km challenge this year, wearing a full-body 13kg Shield Can Man suit, turning heads and gaining loud cheers of support. The partnership between Luc and Shield, one of South Africa’s most […]
Vans is expanding the story of the Hylane, the Y2K skate-inspired silhouette that’s been turning heads since its reintroduction. Now, the retro-futuristic style is back in updated colourways that are dialed in for skate-inspired looks, and everything in between. Rooted in late-’90s skateboarding and reimagined for today, the Hylane takes cues from the original 1999 […]
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword floating around Silicon Valley — it’s already reshaping journalism, including here in South Africa. From helping newsrooms automate headlines to generating full-length articles, AI’s influence is being felt in everything from productivity tools to editorial decisions. But with this powerful innovation comes a deeper responsibility: making sure […]
The HONOR 200 Lite didn’t just win on price, it won the country over by delivering where it mattered. It topped post-paid smartphone sales across all brackets in 2024, proving that South Africans don’t fall for hype. We choose what holds up. Now, the HONOR 400 Lite picks up the baton with real upgrades to […]
In the fast-paced world of forex and stock trading, South African traders are constantly seeking ways to optimize their strategies and increase their profitability. While most focus heavily on identifying the best entry and exit points, one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of successful trading is position sizing. This technique determines how much […]
As the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award adjudication process begins, the esteemed jury prepares to evaluate an inspiring cohort of candidates, each embodying the boldness and innovation that define this prestigious accolade. True to the pioneering spirit of Madame Clicquot, the award has, for over 50 years, honoured remarkable female entrepreneurs who drive change […]
South Africa’s growing online gaming sector has just received a fresh boost. Easybet, one of the country’s rising digital gaming platforms, has added titles from two established global providers — Booming Games and Amatic Industries — to its slots portfolio. This expansion adds diversity and depth to the platform’s offering, catering to both fans of […]
While there has been significant progress against gender inequality, the issue still has visible effects, especially in countries like South Africa. African women earn less than men, and they are offered low-skilled jobs, which prevents them from progressing in their careers. Although women in South Africa are ambitious when entering the workforce, they don’t have […]
The number of medical negligence cases continues to rise, notwithstanding attempts to reduce the long-standing burden on the National Health Service (NHS). Oxford University Hospitals, providing physical, mental health, and social care at the John Radcliffe, Horton General, and Churchill hospitals and the Nuffield Orthopedic Centre, paid out more than £30 million in compensation for […]
The acceleration of financial technology across South Africa has dismantled structural impediments that historically constrained market participation. Today, the online trading South Africa has stimulated serves as a conduit for expanded engagement with equities, exchange-traded funds and commodities. These systems replace high-cost, relationship-based brokerage models with algorithmic precision, real-time transparency and scalability. Overarchingly, this mutation signifies a […]
South Africa is standing at a demographic crossroads. According to Statistics South Africa’s 2024 Mid-Year Population Estimates, the population under the age of 35 is approximately 36.5 million, representing about 58% of the total population of 63.02 million. The country, therefore, possesses a powerful engine for socio-economic transformation: its young people.. But this engine must […]