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Brazil emerged victorious in the inaugural Surf & Turf Challenge at the 57th Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill, with the unique crossover event a massive crowd-pleaser. Hosted at Willard Beach on Thursday (16 July), the competition brought together football legends and professional surfers in an entertaining relay-format contest celebrating this year’s Waves of Unity theme. …

SMD Technologies, one of South Africa’s leading distribution companies, is proud to announce the acquisition of the Legend Housewares business, as a going concern, and the launch of a dedicated Homeware Division, marking an exciting new chapter in the company’s continued growth and diversification. For more than 30 years, Legend Housewares has earned the trust …

Joining Safehouse reinforces SMD Technologies’ commitment to responsible distribution, product compliance and helping raise safety standards across the South African electrical industry. We look forward to contributing to a safer, more accountable industry. From factory to store, SMD Technologies develops and distributes a broad portfolio of consumer, lifestyle and home-technology brands. That includes electrical and …

When the school bell rings for the last time and the familiar “I’m bored” soundtrack kicks in, many parents find themselves facing the annual school holiday challenge. Suddenly, the grocery bill seems to double, the Oros bottle mysteriously disappears within days and screen time negotiations become a daily battle. The good news? Keeping the little …

(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Changan Automobile officially opened its first showroom in Ethiopia at 2Q28+8M9, Gabon St, Addis Ababa, marking a key milestone in the brand’s strategic expansion across the Middle East and Africa. The opening ceremony was graced by Minister Counselor Liu Xiaoguang of the Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia; Mr. Yalew Getachew of the Ethiopian …

Cape Town, South Africa – Homeowners and businesses across Cape Town are discovering a cleaner, healthier way to restore their timber floors. First Flooring, one of the Western Cape’s leading wood floor restoration specialists, is redefining the industry through its advanced dustless sanding and sealing process, delivering beautifully restored wooden floors with up to 99% …

The devastating flooding that occurred earlier this year along the western boundary of Kruger National Park has torn apart elephant movement corridors that have existed for generations, pushing the animals into neighbouring farming communities in search of food. With no way of predicting where they will emerge next, families face the loss of crops and …

Pretoria bridal boutique makes the case for sourcing earrings, hair pieces, and shoes from a curated bridal collection rather than piecing a look together across multiple stores. PRETORIA, South Africa — Champagne Kisses, a bespoke bridal and formalwear boutique in Wingatepark, Pretoria, has published a new guide helping brides navigate the accessory decisions that follow …

Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the importance of understanding how hepatitis truly spreads while debunking common myths that continue to fuel fear, stigma, and misinformation this World Hepatitis Day (28 July). Millions of people worldwide live with hepatitis, yet misconceptions about the disease still contribute to delayed diagnosis and treatment. “According …

A suburb does not fall apart overnight. It slips slowly, while everyone waits for somebody else to fix it. A group of residents and business owners refused to wait. They set up a volunteer run non profit, put daily cleaning teams on the length from Rudd Road to the M1 and brought in security. Mandela …

Nelson Mandela Bay’s Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) was named SEZ of the Year, a prestigious accolade that reaffirms its status as South Africa’s premier investment destination and a leading catalyst for economic growth, industrialisation and job creation. The award was announced by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Honourable Parks Tau, during a gala …

Durban: Artificial intelligence promises to transform the workplace, yet many organisations are discovering an uncomfortable truth. Despite investing in AI tools, employees continue spending hours every week performing repetitive tasks that add little value to the business. From copying information between systems to manually preparing reports, searching for documents, rewriting emails and chasing approvals, repetitive work …

South Africa has 13 SEZs (Special Economic Zones) that have been designated across eight of the country’s nine provinces. SEZs receive Specific Infrastructure Support and Incentive Benefits from National Government. The cumulative value of disbursed infrastructure support funding sourced from the SEZ fund is slightly above R12 billion. The lion share percentage distribution of the funding …

As supply chains become increasingly digital, automated and data-driven, Interroll will highlight its latest intralogistics innovations at this year’s SAPICS Conference and Exhibition in Cape Town. As a long-standing member of SAPICS, Interroll South Africa will once again participate in the SAPICS Conference and Exhibition, taking place in Cape Town from 19 to 22 July …

The hospitality sector relies on delivering exceptional customer experiences while managing dynamic workforces, seasonal demand fluctuations, and complex operational requirements. From hotels and restaurants to tourism and leisure businesses, organisations often need to manage overtime payments, incentives, allowances, tips, and employee recognition programmes across multiple locations and teams. Traditional cash-based systems can create administrative challenges …

On 16 July 2026 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, KwaZulu-Natal, Minister Parks Tau of the Department of Trade Industry and Competition alongside the Kwazulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism And Environmental Affairs, Rev. Musa Zondi officially declared the Conference open with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and walk about of the Exhibition Center. Below is a …

Durbanville skin studio publishes new guide on recovery facials, the nervous system connection to skin health, and why restoration is becoming the most clinically intelligent choice in aesthetics. Durbanville, Western Cape — D’vine Skin & Body has published a new article on the rise of recovery aesthetics, a meaningful shift in professional skincare away from …

In many of South African schools, charity drives have long been the hallmark of community engagement, characterised by collecting canned food, gathering clothing, or distributing essential items to those in need. These acts of kindness remain deeply valuable, but a growing number of schools are broadening their approach, recognising that meaningful and sustainable engagement must …

Learners and partners pack 670+ parcels for Mandela Day initiative Cape Town — FOUR PAWS South Africa, in collaboration with Mdzananda Animal Clinic, has successfully delivered 67 Kennels of Hope along with essential care packages to dogs in Khayelitsha, exceeding expectations by distributing over 670 food parcels as part of its Mandela Day campaign. The …

Shifting work patterns across the globe are impacting more than just the employee; they’re prompting a transformation in the travel industry as well. Hybrid work models that demand neutral destinations for in-person collaboration, plus a focus on employee well-being, have seen a rise in bleisure travel as corporates seek more blended business and leisure experiences. …

New article asks whether South Africa’s newest compact SUV can beat two of the segment’s most established players on value, tech and warranty. SOUTH AFRICA — Top Chinese Car Brands has published a three-way comparison of the Changan Uni-S, Toyota Corolla Cross and Kia Seltos, putting the newest entrant in South Africa’s most competitive SUV …