Today, the online gambling market across Africa is worth billions of USD per year. Particularly, football betting, although online casinos are also increasing in popularity in some regions. But what was it like one hundred years ago? Were Africans gambling thousands of years ago? This article will attempt to answer some of those questions and […]
Gold has been one of the loudest stories of 2026, and South African traders have felt it directly through USDZAR. With bullion up roughly 20% so far this year and some desks putting the move closer to the low 20s, the rand has found support from its strongest export narrative at the exact moment global […]
For more than seventy years, Black Sash has been part of South Africa’s story. Today, it is focused on one of the most practical and powerful levers for change: making sure the social security system works, and works fairly, for everyone.
Human Rights Day highlights a widening gap between legal protections and everyday experience, raising urgent questions about dignity, accountability and whether South Africa’s democratic project is delivering on its promises.
Business confidence in the manufacturing sector came under renewed pressure during the first quarter of 2026, with lacklustre demand weighing on sentiment. According to the Q1 Absa Manufacturing Survey, the headline index number declined by 9 index points to 30 from the previous quarter. Sales volumes, orders and selling prices all experienced substantial declines. When […]
The road to the Mrs South Africa stage is filled with personal growth, leadership development and community impact. But behind the confidence and composure of several of this year’s semi-finalists lies something more personal… the quiet support of the pets they call family. For many contestants, the Mrs SA journey is intense. It demands time, […]
Emerging markets have a way of punishing rigid systems. Spreads widen without warning. Liquidity appears, then vanishes. A policy headline hits the tape and the market reprices before a static model finishes “confirming” the move. That is the real challenge here. Automation keeps getting faster. Market environments keep getting messier. The edge goes to systems […]
For many South African small and medium enterprises, that conventional IT model is quietly disappearing.
According to, 73% of South African small and medium businesses have already invested in AI technologies, while 76% plan further investment.
This groundbreaking pilot project is designed to empower local youth and women to take ownership of socio-economic challenges by establishing social enterprises that create eco-jobs, generate income, and uplift marginalised communities
There’s a moment that never really left me. A small business owner from Limpopo had won a major fencing contract, tens of millions of rands’ worth of work. On paper, it was a breakthrough. In reality, it was the beginning of a crisis. He had no capital, no financial backing, and no one willing to […]
Building a digitally fluent and future-ready workforce in South Africa requires closing the technology access gap in schools, especially in under-resourced and rural communities
From headlines to household finances: Understanding the bigger picture
The South African power system is showing signs of recovery, but organisations need to invest in resilience to ensure long-term stability and sustainability.
In parks, on pavements and training fields across the country, more South African pet parents are setting their sights on a meaningful milestone: the Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA) Canine Good Citizen Programme. The programme offers a clear pathway for dogs and their handlers to demonstrate sound temperament, good manners, and responsible ownership. But […]
For 1,400 days, a wildlife film crew lived and worked in Zambia’s Nsefu sector, documenting the lives of lions, leopards, hyenas and wild dogs in one of Africa’s most socially complex predator landscapes. What emerged is Kingdom, a sweeping six part series from the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, narrated by Sir David Attenborough. More […]
Celebrate the music of one of the world’s most beloved singer-songwriters with The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond. Neil Diamond’s timeless songs, unmistakable voice, and extraordinary career, marked by multiple Top Ten hits, Grammy Awards, and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are brought to life in this beautifully […]
South Africa does not face a shortage of capital for infrastructure. It faces a shortage of institutions that are structurally ready to absorb it. This distinction is often overlooked in debates about infrastructure delivery. Funding gaps are frequently cited as the primary obstacle, yet South Africa’s financial system remains deep, liquid and capable of supporting […]
The 18th edition of the Africa Energy Indaba, held from 3–5 March 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), concluded with resounding success, bringing together policymakers, ministers, investors, utilities and industry leaders from across the continent and around the world. Recognised as Africa’s premier energy event, the Africa Energy Indaba once again served as a strategic platform […]
This year on 4th March, the global health community will unite to raise awareness about the fact that there are numerous root causes for obesity. In particular this year, the Foundation wishes to highlight the fact that obesity is also classified as a medical condition. Guided by the World Obesity Federation, using the theme: “8 billion […]
With the recently launched Galaxy S26 series, Samsung unveiled a breakthrough feature that is set to change the way users experience privacy on their phones. Building on decades of display innovation, the AI(artificial intelligence)-powered Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra introduces the mobile industry and world’s first built-in Privacy Display – a revolutionary technology that protects personal […]
Winning Over 70 Media Awards for AI Breakthroughs and Hardware Excellence Across Robotics, Magic V6, MagicPad 4 and MagicBook Pro 14 At MWC 2026, global leading AI device ecosystem company HONOR earned widespread recognition from leading media outlets, winning over 70 media awards across its Augmented Human Intelligence vision, robotics innovation, flagship foldables and expanding […]
Fiscal discipline, reform momentum and the role of private capital South Africa’s 2026 Budget arrives at a moment defined by both volatility and cautious optimism. National Treasury has projected that the country’s debt to GDP ratio has reached its peak. A primary surplus has been restored and fiscal consolidation has held despite multiple external shocks […]
Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today confirmed the global availability of its recently launched mobile app upgrade, which places crypto and traditional financial markets side by side on the homepage, a product evolution that reflects how traders are increasingly moving between asset classes within a single session. Originally introduced following Bitget’s January rollout […]
Crypto markets have a rhythm of their own. They expand, contract, rotate, and surprise even the most experienced participants. Among these recurring phases, altcoin season stands out as one of the most dynamic. It is the moment when attention shifts away from Bitcoin and toward a wide range of alternative cryptocurrencies, often producing explosive price […]
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana used Standard Bank’s annual post Budget forum in Rosebank not simply to defend a projection but to define the test that now follows it. A week after tabling the 2026 Budget in Parliament he stood before bankers investors and corporate executives to argue that South Africa has reached an inflection point. […]
The Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, together with the Deputy Minister Graham Maré will participate at the 18th annual Africa Energy Indaba, taking place from 3–5 March 2026, in Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). The Indaba brings together African energy leaders, policymakers, investors and development partners to […]
For more than thirty years, Microsoft has played a pivotal role in shaping South Africa’s digital evolution – moving far beyond its reputation as a global technology provider to become a strategic catalyst for digital and economic transformation. Today, the pace of digitalisation and the rise of the Fourth Industrial Revolution have reshaped what it […]
South Africa’s economic reality continues to test both households and businesses. Inflationary pressure, rising operational costs and constrained consumer spending have created a difficult environment for many small and medium enterprises. Restaurants in particular feel the effects of reduced discretionary spending. When foot traffic slows, margins tighten. When margins tighten, staffing decisions follow. At the […]
Shari’ah-compliant finance gains momentum in South Africa With renewed sovereign sukuk issuance and steady portfolio growth, Shari’ah Banking is carving out a deeper presence in the financial system. Its long-term impact will depend on inclusion, innovation and market depth. Shari’ah Banking and investment have long occupied a defined, but contained, space within South Africa’s financial […]
Samsung Electronics has introduced its latest wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds4 and Galaxy Buds4 Pro, placing renewed emphasis on high-fidelity audio, adaptive noise cancellation and tighter integration within its Galaxy ecosystem. Launching alongside the Galaxy S26 series, the Buds4 range reflects Samsung’s continued investment in wearable technology that blends hardware improvements with artificial intelligence features. A […]
A lot of casino products ask your phone to behave like a small cinema. They load a themed lobby, a soundtrack, a set of reels, a bonus map, and enough animation to heat a modest pocket. Aviator works in the opposite direction. It gives you a rising line, a multiplier, one decision, and a timer […]