The new look is vibrant, modern and instantly recognisable! Smirnoff ICE just got a glow-up. The OG of the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) scene in South Africa has dropped a bold new pack that’s as unapologetic and fresh as the people who drink it. This isn’t just about standing out on the shelf, it’s about taking up […]
The countdown has begun for the Singularity South Africa Summit 2025, taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre on 22 and 23 October. Presented in collaboration with Old Mutual and metaverse partner UBU, this year’s summit brings together the sharpest global and local minds to share cutting-edge insights on technologies and trends shaping business, society […]
On World Cleanup Day on 20 September 2025, Sneaker LAB and Sentinel Ocean Alliance are inviting Cape Town to join a Hout Bay cleanup. Sneaker LAB, the Cape Town-born global sneaker-care brand, is taking its sustainability mission beyond the shelves and onto the shoreline with a community cleanup in collaboration with Sentinel Ocean Alliance in […]
The Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) and Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA), in partnership with the Chinese Culture International Education Exchange celebrated a heartfelt send off at the INSETA headquarters to their first group of 500 students selected for International Scholarship Programme in China. The official launch will be held […]
The African continent’s leading voices in gaming and lotteries convened last week (from the 1 – 4 September 2025), for the inaugural African Lotteries and Gaming Association (ALGA) CEO’s Forum, marking a historic step to harmonise regulations and strengthen collaboration across African markets. The landmark Forum, dubbed The Black Table is the first-of-its-kind, attracting chief […]
Companies that practice disability inclusion innovate faster, are more productive, and outperform their competitors. “Disability inclusion is not charity, it’s smart business.” That was the clear message from the inaugural Valuable 500 African Summit 2025, held on Tuesday at The Venue, Houghton Hotel in Johannesburg. Hosted by leading youth development non-profit, Afrika Tikkun, in partnership with the […]
Entrepreneur and visionary founder of Portia M Skin Solutions, Portia Mngomezulu, successfully hosted the highly anticipated Women’s Brunch on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at her newly launched events venue, Divine Sunset in Blue Hills, Midrand. With the theme “Flourish & Thrive”, the Women’s Brunch brought together influential leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and community builders for a […]
Inside Prescient…. At Prescient Investment Management, we’ve spent more than 26 years building a disciplined, systematic investment process. What sets us apart in a crowded industry? We are driven by data, not by stories. The investment landscape is flooded with commentary, some insightful, some speculative. While compelling narratives capture headlines, they don’t necessarily lead to […]
The Premier Event for Driving Investment and Business Growth Across the African Continent AFSIC – Investing in Africa, one of the most influential investment events focused on Africa, is set to take place in London on October 14th and 15th, 2025, in London. Backed by major supporters such as British International Investment (BII), World Bank […]
Samsung Electronics Galaxy A series, which comes with advanced safety features and AI technology designed to give it an edge in the mid-tier smartphone market. The series includes the Galaxy A26, A36 and A56, Awesome IntelligenceThe standout addition is Samsung’s “Awesome Intelligence,” bringing artificial intelligence capabilities once limited to the premium Galaxy S series into […]
Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, has been recognised in TIME Magazine’s World’s Best Companies 2025 for a second consecutive year, reinforcing its position as a leading financial institution. The Group was ranked first in the banking and financial services industry in South Africa, and 77th in the same industry globally. TIME’s World’s […]
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The iGaming sector is not only about entertainment. It is also a driver of job creation, reshaping the labor market in ways few industries have managed. From software engineers to digital marketers, entire career paths have emerged within just a few years. Platforms now offer more than games — they create ecosystems. One clear example […]
At its heart, life insurance answers one question: what will happen to the people I love if I’m no longer around? A lump-sum payout, often tax-free, gives families the ability to cover daily living expenses, pay off debts, maintain children’s education or simply avoid financial distress during a time of grief. But modern life insurance […]
Joburg Theatre proudly announces its latest theatrical triumph, a stirring adaptation of Fred Khumalo’s acclaimed novel, brought to life by a stellar South African creative team. This moving production will run from 9 to 28 September 2025 on the Mandela Stage. Set in Paris, 1958, the story begins with a brutal incident in a prestigious […]
In South Africa, forex has moved from niche finance circles into everyday conversations. Students mention it at campus cafés, office workers talk about it during lunch, and online groups are full of chart screenshots. What once felt like something happening far away in London or New York is now part of the local digital culture. […]
It’s August. While you’re blissfully waiting for spring to return, there’s a problem that’s only getting bigger: your December holiday remains unplanned. “Popular destinations for December can sell out up to six months in advance,” says Antionette Turner, GM of Flight Centre. “People know where they want to spend their holiday season and often get […]
A data angel for Africa’s creative economy For decades, Africa’s creative sector has been rich in talent and innovation, but poor in one crucial resource: reliable, accessible and actionable data. From theatre companies juggling spreadsheets to festivals struggling to prove their impact to funders, the lack of structured evidence has long undermined the sector’s visibility […]
In July, the IRFA joined regulators and industry leaders at the Africa Pension Supervisors Association (APSA) Conference in Marrakech. The discussions were clear-eyed and practical: Africa’s retirement systems must simultaneously widen coverage and strengthen adequacy, modernise supervision, and channel more local capital to productiveinvestment—without compromising member protection. That agenda now meets its implementation lab at […]
This year, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) proudly celebrates 21 years as a dynamic force in South African higher education. Since its formation in 2002, through the merger of ML Sultan Technikon and Technikon Natal, DUT has grown into a trailblazer in research, innovation and teaching-with seven campuses across Durban and Pietermaritzburg. DUT offers […]
Global business leaders, policymakers and disability rights advocates will gather in Johannesburg next week for Africa’s inaugural Valuable 500 Africa Summit hosted by award winning and leading non-profit Afrika Tikkun, in partnership with the Valuable 500 and the Gauteng Provincial Government. This high-level meeting is aimed at ending the persistent exclusion of persons with disabilities […]
The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA) is gearing up for Heart Awareness Month (HAM) this September, shining a spotlight on the alarming reality of the raised burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the country. According to the World Heart Federation, South Africa reported 98,605 CVD deaths in 2021, highlighting the urgent need for […]
In 2018, Hlokomela – meaning “to care” in Sepedi – stood at a crossroads. The award-winning HIV and AIDS education and treatment programme, based in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, was on the brink of closure due to funding shortages. After years of dedicated service to thousands of farmworkers and vulnerable communities, founder and director, Christine du Preez, […]
Innovative financial tools are transforming trading, offering traders new ways to analyse data and make informed decisions. These tools are crucial for navigating complex markets and optimising trading strategies. In the dynamic world of online trading, the introduction of advanced financial tools is reshaping how traders operate. These tools provide real-time data and analytics, enabling […]
The partnership between the Garden Cities Archway Foundation, the Western Cape Education Department, and the Advancing Knowledge Non-Profit Company (AK NPC) has continued its mission to improve the infrastructure in which STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects are taught. This initiative has been realized through the construction of modern science laboratories, known as Science […]
Johannesburg, South Africa – The African Lotteries and Gaming Association (ALGA) is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural CEO’s Forum under the theme of “The Black Table”, a groundbreaking Forum that converges the gaming and lotteries industry CEO’s, providing a unified platform for African stakeholders to maintain synergy for both the Lotteries & […]
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Cross-generational businesses undeniably face unique challenges, but they can also unlock a wealth of opportunities. In South Africa, where employees contend with a double demographic squeeze, workplace culture is no longer a soft issue—it’s a strategic imperative. At one end stands Generation Z – digital-native graduates who expect growth, flexibility and diversity from day one. On […]
The Durban University of Technology (DUT) notes with concern the misinformation and unfounded allegations published by a Johannesburg-based media outlet regarding an infrastructure development project, DUT355, on the University’s Steve Biko and Indumiso Campuses. DUT355 was the name given to the project during the procurement process. As a result of an arbitration process underway between […]
Hailing from Kuruman villages in the Northern Cape, Lesedi Salvation Monyolo is a testimony of dreams do come true as she boarded a luxury Silversea cruise liner in Cape Town on 22 February 2025, a cruise ship allowing her to see the world from the lense of an ocean as a culinary specialist. The air […]