There has never been a better time to be a saver in South Africa! From 1 March 2026, the government increased the amount you can invest in a tax-free savings (TFSA) or Tax-Free Fixed Deposit account from R36 000 to R46 000 a year- and what’s great about this investment is, every rand of interest […]
ASMR creator Lindokuhle Madlingozi has built her career around helping people slow down and pay attention to small details. It is a mindset that shapes not only her work, but also the way she approaches life on the road. As the founder of The ASMR Experience, Madlingozi creates immersive sensory experiences designed to help people […]
Global capital is not retreating from Africa, it is becoming more disciplined in how it is deployed. For South Africa, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity, and attracting sustained investment will depend not only on the strength of underlying opportunities but on how effectively capital can be structured, governed and deployed across borders. […]
Markets have always been complex. What’s changed is how quickly that complexity reaches everyday traders – and how convincingly it can be disguised. In the past year alone, South African regulators have warned repeatedly about fake trading platforms, impersonation scams and AI-driven investment fraud. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) continues to highlight how convincing […]
For a time, horse racing fell out of mainstream conversations among South Africans. However, this iconic sport never truly went away. Even as public attention shifted elsewhere, its rich culture and the loyal punters kept it relevant. Now, with platforms like 10bet making horse racing accessible on almost any smart device, the sport is attracting […]
The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) is a unique and proudly South African organisation that exists to represent all stakeholders in science, engineering, technology (SET) and innovation in South Africa (SA). The NSTF marked its 30th anniversary last year as the largest, longest-standing and most representative independent stakeholder body of its kind. The NSTF […]
South Africa’s foreign policy is often seen as distant and diplomatic, unfolding in international forums far removed from everyday life. But recent tensions surrounding the Iran war show how quickly global geopolitics can hit home. What happens abroad can quickly translate into higher fuel prices, economic strain, and even job losses at home. As the […]
If you follow Arsenal from South Africa, the HFM Arsenal partnership is relevant because it is built around things you can see and engage with directly. On 19 March 2026, HFM and Arsenal announced a multi-year global partnership that includes matchday branding at Emirates Stadium, visibility across Arsenal’s digital platforms, and access to club assets and players […]
Highlighting Commitment that Transcends Mere Compliance – An Enduring Dedication to Meaningful Economic Transformation in South Africa Samsung has reaffirmed its commitment to the country’s transformation agenda by maintaining its Level 1 B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) for the 8th consecutive year – continuously achieving a high standard of performance in transformation. When Samsung entered […]
In a country often divided by inequality, unemployment and uncertainty, four men are attempting to reconnect South Africans through something profoundly simple: walking. Mshengu Tshabalala, Moses Aphane, Jeremiah Mkhwanazi and Frankie Motsepe are currently undertaking a remarkable long-distance journey from Pretoria to Cape Town under the banner of the Abahambi Be Tshwane Foundation. Today, the […]
Yesterday, 05 May 2026, the South African Bureau of Standards in Pretoria became more than a venue for an awards announcement. It became a space where ideas, ambition and the future of Africa converged through the voices of young South Africans determined to shape the continent differently. The occasion marked the announcement of the national […]
There is a moment in every business when the analysis ends and the commitment begins. For us, that moment happened in Mokopane. Not because it was the obvious choice. Not because the model demanded a new location. But because the more time we spent on the ground in that region, the harder it became to […]
The latest Drop Report confirms a troubling reality: South Africa’s water and wastewater systems are continuing to deteriorate. Compared with previous assessments, the decline in drinking water quality compliance and wastewater treatment performance is no longer marginal, it is systemic. This sustained regression points to structural failure rather than technical surprise. Yet public debate often […]
New Lifestudio™ projectors, EcoTank printers, and the Creative Corner platform empower users to unlock their potential, from immersive home entertainment to sustainable business growth. Epson, a global technology leader, has unveiled a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to empower the dynamic lifestyles of modern consumers and small to mid-sized businesses. The launch introduces the new […]
Across Africa, political communication is rapidly moving online. Advocacy groups and public institutions now rely heavily on digital platforms to reach voters. Social media advertising, sponsored search results, and targeted display campaigns allow political messages to spread quickly across borders and demographics. Recent elections across the continent have highlighted how digital platforms influence public debate. […]
Across Africa, the rapid growth of digital connectivity is reshaping economies, industries, and everyday life. From mobile banking in Kenya to tech startups in Nigeria and South Africa’s expanding digital media sector, internet access has become central to the continent’s economic development. As governments and businesses invest in digital infrastructure, millions more Africans are joining […]
Across Africa, the rapid expansion of digital infrastructure is transforming how businesses operate. From Lagos to Nairobi and Cape Town, companies are embracing remote work and cloud-based collaboration at unprecedented levels. The shift is being driven by expanding internet connectivity, the rise of tech startups, and increasing demand for flexible work environments across the continent. […]
Artificial intelligence is showing up more often across South Africa’s digital services. Not always in obvious ways. In many cases, it is added quietly, as platforms try to keep up with higher usage and less predictable demand. One place this is becoming noticeable is online gaming. In some systems, AI roulette is used in the background to […]
Global investing has rarely felt straightforward, but today’s environment is testing asset managers in new and demanding ways. Geopolitical tension, uneven growth, shifting rate expectations, technological disruption and evolving ESG demands are forcing a rethink not only of where capital should go, but also of how portfolios are built to withstand shocks without sacrificing long-term […]
The OpenserveSASMA 2026 Launch, held at Truffles on the Park in Sandton, Johannesburg, marked the beginning of a new chapter for the South African Social Media Awards, bringing together creators, influencers, media, public and private sector leaders, strategic brand partners and voices shaping South Africa’s digital culture. This year’s launch carried particular significance as SASMA […]
Capitec reports headline earnings growth of 23% to R16.8 billion, celebrates R1 billion in client savings, and enters its next chapter as a diversified financial services group built on the trust of 26 million South Africans Capitec opened its doors 25 years ago with a simple belief: banking should be simple, transparent and affordable. That […]
The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) was established in terms of section 146 of the Constitution, which provided for a body to regulate national lottery activities and ensure that proceeds benefit social development. The Lotteries Act 57 of 1997, as amended, gives effect to this mandate and legally establishes the NLC in terms of section 2 […]
In a beauty landscape increasingly defined by individuality and multifunctionality, Coppélia Colour by Avroy Shlain stands out as a proudly South African cosmetics range that blends accessibility, innovation, and sophistication. Designed for modern women who demand both performance and convenience, the range reflects a deep understanding of diverse skin tones, dynamic lifestyles, and evolving beauty […]
Advancing Knowledge Non-Profit Company (AK NPC) has continued its professional development programme for Natural Sciences educators in the West Coast Education District of the Western Cape. This initiative is supported through a partnership between AK NPC, the Garden Cities Archway Foundation (GCAF), and the Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The second-term CAPS curriculum for Natural […]
Ocean Basket is launching a mobile app that redefines what a restaurant brand can know about its customers, and what it can do with that knowledge. The platform brings together direct delivery, a reimagined loyalty programme, and a real-time engagement layer into a single owned environment, built on first-party data and designed around how customers […]
As AI adoption accelerates, organisations are rethinking the network infrastructure required to support data-intensive workload. Against this backdrop, Huawei’s OptiX Club 2026, hosted in Johannesburg focused on the role of optical networks in enabling faster, smarter digital environments. The event brought together more than 120 customers, partners and industry stakeholders to explore how AI is […]
South Africa’s industrial policy debate often revolves around targets – ownership thresholds, localisation quotas, supplier development metrics and transformation scorecards. These are the ceilings of the system: visible, measurable and politically resonant. What receives far less attention is the floor. According to Thabo Moodie, chief operations officer at Oricred, the recurring fragility of Black industrial […]
The Rebirth of Ubuntu concert is proud to announce Capitec as its new headline sponsor. This partnership is rooted in Capitec and The Rebirth of Ubuntu’s shared values and commitment to supporting South African culture, creative industries, and youth development. Set to take place at the Joburg Theatre over two nights on the 29th and […]
Training a guide dog is a long-term investment. From selective breeding programmes to puppy raising, formal training, and handler preparation, the process can take up to two years. It requires specialist trainers, veterinary care, structured environments, and ongoing support. The costs are significant, placing sustained pressure on organisations tasked with delivering these services. The South […]
There’s a moment I see regularly in clinic. A man sits down, pulls out his phone, and shows me a photograph, usually a screenshot from a video call, sometimes a LinkedIn profile picture someone else has taken, occasionally a candid from a family event. He looks at it the way you’d look at a stranger. […]
In South Africa’s water-scarce regions, one of the most effective ways to restore water is also one of the least visible: clearing invasive alien vegetation. In the Western Cape, where the threat of “Day Zero” once brought the province to the brink, communities are working on the ground to restore natural water systems by removing […]
Encouraging Innovative Thinking & Problem Solving for Gen Z to Build Sustainable Solutions through STEM At an event that took place on 14 April 2026, Samsung in partnership with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) officially announced the Top 20 schools that have been selected to advance to the next stages of the 2026 STEM-based […]