The CSIR continues to play a critical role in addressing South Africa’s developmental challenges, particularly poverty, unemployment and inequality, in line with its mandate. This is according to Dr Thulani Dlamini, chief executive officer of the CSIR, who presented the organisation’s annual report for the 2024/25 financial year this week in Pretoria. Exceeding financial targets […]
South Africans are once again eagerly awaiting the imminent arrival of His Excellency The Honourable prime minister of India Shri Narendra Modi ji. Many South Africans have been greatly inspired by his leadership over the past many decades. Shri Narendra Modi has displayed outstanding leadership that the world must emulate. Strong character with a great […]
In a world where speed, transparency, and access define success in financial markets, IUX has emerged as one of the fastest-growing online trading platforms redefining the way traders connect to global markets. Founded in 2016, IUX was built by traders who understood the frustrations of unreliable execution, high fees, and lack of trust in traditional […]
The financial landscape in South Africa is undergoing a rapid transformation. With growing access to digital tools and a tech-savvy younger generation, the way South Africans engage with financial markets is evolving. At the centre of this change is blockchain technology – a disruptive force that is reshaping the structure, security, and speed of online […]
The Power of Ubuntu: Celebrating extraordinary global women at the 2025 IWFSA cornerstone conference
Laughter, excitement, and a sense of pride filled SuperSport Park in Centurion on Tuesday afternoon, but this time the celebration was about more than just cricket. As young players lined up to receive their provincial caps, Titans Cricket officially launched a national anti-bullying campaign, using the power of sport to promote kindness, inclusion, and accountability […]
Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma praised the PAP Civil Society Forum for strengthening public participation in Africa’s legislative processes at the annual dialogue.
For most of us, navigating a busy street, crossing a road, or walking through a mall is second nature. But for people with visual or physical impairments, these simple actions can be filled with obstacles. That’s where guide dogs offer more than assistance, but true independence, confidence, and companionship. Thanks to the life-changing work of […]
Theatre maverick Kgomotso “MoMo” Matsunyane adds another milestone to her illustrious career with the release of her debut book, Plays by MoMo Matsunyane Volume 1. This groundbreaking collection brings together three of Matsunyane’s most powerful productions: Penny, Unlearn, and Ka Lebitso La Moya. The new body of work explores black identity, womanhood, and the lived […]
Gold once built cities, created jobs and left legends across South Africa. Now, in a fast-changing world economy, the country must decide whether it still wants to lead or let others define its future. Few countries have a history with gold as deep as South Africa’s. From the rush that gave birth to Johannesburg to […]
There was a time when the biggest idea in the room was all you needed. One powerful line, one campaign, one spark that carried a brand for years. But those days are gone. The world doesn’t wait for big ideas anymore, it moves too fast, changes too often, and demands too much. Today, creativity has […]
The monthly contribution for private medical aid may seem significant, especially if you’re young and healthy, and you feel invincible. But what could go wrong if you decide to go without it? Before helping his clients plan for their ideal financial future, Bryan Nicol, Managing Director at Freedom Financial Planning (a lifestyle financial planning firm) […]
The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA) will join local and global stroke organizations and their memberships in commemorating World Stroke Week (WSW) and World Stroke Day (WSD) between 28 October and 3rd November 2025. This annual campaign is one of the Foundation’s key flagship health campaigns and highlights stroke prevention strategies as well […]
If you’ve ever thought about getting into online betting, you’ve probably seen the name Betway South Africa pop up somewhere. It’s one of those platforms that almost every sports fan has heard of. And to be honest, there’s a good reason for that. Betway has built a solid reputation for being reliable, easy to use, […]
Not that long ago, making a decent video was a serious project. You needed a good camera, editing software that cost a fortune, and a lot of patience. It wasn’t something you could just do on a whim – it was a craft reserved for professionals. Fast forward to today, and things couldn’t be more […]
In the United States, 401(k) plans are widely recognized as a model of wealth accumulation—centered on long-term investment, compound growth, and transparent regulation, they provide stable retirement security for tens of millions of families. The success of this system proves that stable returns stem from time and self-discipline, not high-risk speculation. In the global wave […]
This guide walks you through the process of accessing and utilizing the official mobile application to play Aviator. Learn how to navigate the app’s interface, place bets quickly, and manage your account features directly from the dedicated software. How to Play Aviator via Mobile Apps? How to play Aviator via mobile apps? Aviator online is […]
If 2024 and 2025 were about travel roaring back, 2026 is the year it gets personal: profoundly and deliberately so. Travellers are done with bucket lists and cookie-cutter itineraries. They’re craving space, reflection and stories they can claim as their own. The twist? Many are using AI to design itineraries and find those moments of […]
Vialli Jeans is proud to unveil its Spring/Summer 2025 Collection, now available in all Vialli Jeans stores and VIALLI stockists nationwide. This season introduces a vibrant fusion of modern streetwear energy and premium Italian-inspired craftsmanship, capturing the spirit of bold individuality that defines the Vialli brand. As part of its continued expansion, Vialli has just […]
This holiday season, Sol de Janeiro is turning up the volume on celebration. Known for its vibrant energy, bold self-expression, and unmistakable Brazilian flair, the brand invites you to embrace your inner glow with a new range of limited-edition gift sets that make self-care feel like sunshine. Every product in the collection captures what Sol […]
For Monica Geingos, this line explains the core argument of the new inequality–pandemic report she co-authored. COVID-19, like AIDS before it, protected those with resources and exposed those without. The global system that produced that outcome has not changed. Geingos, a lawyer, former First Lady of Namibia and long-time adviser on AIDS policy and feminist […]
Proven actions can break the cycle, say experts South Africa is not treating its G20 presidency as ceremonial. It is using the platform to make an argument that reaches far beyond aid, health or moral appeal: inequality is not a social crisis to be managed, but a structural global risk that determines who survives the […]
G20 Health Ministers and international organisations meeting in Polokwane, South Africa, are focusing their attention on an urgent shared threat to public health: inequalities. Delegates from across the word have highlighted how entrenched gaps in wealth, income and access to basic services within and between countries are undermining governments’ collective capacity to protect everyone’s health. […]
Hosted by Ocule IT in partnership with Samsung’s Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP) – the Final pitching day and the official announcement of the winners of the 2025 Enterprise Development Bootcamp took place on 29 October 2025 in Kwa-Zulu Natal (KZN). This EEIP Transformative programme is designed to equip micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (SMME) […]
Survivors’ film calls on world leaders to act against child sexual abuse ahead of G20 As South Africa prepares to host the G20 Summit this month, survivors of childhood sexual violence are demanding that world leaders take action. Their message comes through My Justice, My Voice, a new short film launched this October by the […]
British Council nurtures Africa’s youth through creativity Every year, International Youth Day is celebrated on 12 August. The day is a reminder to the world of the promise, dynamism, and creativity that young people bring to society. As Africa faces both extraordinary opportunities and urgent challenges due to its rapidly growing youth population, the British […]
As the first African nation to hold the G20 Presidency, South Africa has emphasized the critical intersection between G20 anti-corruption efforts and the African Union’s Agenda 2063. The Anti-Corruption Working Group (ACWG) has outlined clear priorities for 2025, informed by Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 16, which underscores the importance of peace, justice, and […]
A second passport can feel like a clean break: new colours, fresh visa routes, a different flag at the airport counter. For many South Africans, especially those exploring Caribbean citizenship, it promises smoother travel and a back-up plan in an uncertain world. But passports and tax systems don’t run on vibes—they run on rules. Before […]
Investors turn to alternatives for diversification and resilience South Africa’s energy transition is reshaping how investors think about opportunity, risk and impact. In this evolving landscape, Prescient Investment Management, Revego Fund Managers and AlexForbes Investments represent three perspectives on how private capital is driving change, from structured debt and equity participation to institutional investment advisory. […]
A total of one hundred and twenty-five (125) under-resourced schools in the Western Cape have now received purpose-designed and constructed Science Teaching and Learning Centres (Science TLCs). The initiative forms part of a partnership between the Garden Cities Archway Foundation, Advancing Knowledge Non-Profit Company (AK NPC), and the Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The partnership […]
For years, South African traders have been masters of momentum, reading charts, predicting moves, and finding opportunity in volatility. From forex to crypto, South Africans have built one of Africa’s most active trading communities. But one challenge persists: speed. Markets move fast, data piles up faster, and decisions made too late often cost too much […]
Egypt’s movements in the Horn of Africa, both diplomatic and military, over the past two years have drawn the attention of observers of Egyptian foreign policy, as well as those following the impact of the developments in the region on freedom of navigation in and international trade through the Red Sea. The wider concerns regarding […]