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Credit bureau data shows that the majority of South Africans who have car insurance also have life (79%), funeral (78%), and medical (72%) cover – but just 47% have home contents insurance. One of the biggest reasons for this protection gap is that many people don’t believe they need it and, even those who do …

Cape Town, South Africa & Dubai, UAE: Cannabus Company and FasterCapital today announced a strategic partnership through FasterCapital’s Equitypilot program to accelerate commercialization of cannabis infused skincare & haircare products, scale a GMP-certified cannabis agro-processing facility in South Africa and target global markets. The collaboration combines Cannabus’s product innovation and CSIR manufacturing track record with …

It’s the first moment in what Starbucks is calling Year of Me. A year centred on self-worth, reflection, and the kind of small daily rituals that remind you that you are enough. Because Valentine’s Day can be a celebration of love in all its forms. And that includes the relationship you have with yourself. The …

Medhold Strengthens Position as One of Southern Africa’s Largest Medical Device and Hospital Equipment Distributors with Sanlam Private Equity Partnership Johannesburg, South Africa: Medhold, one of the largest providers of medical devices and hospital equipment across Southern Africa, has entered a new phase of growth following the acquisition of a majority stake by Sanlam Private …

It seems ‘cocooning’ is here to stay. Originally coined in the 1980s to describe the impulse to retreat into a ‘shell’ for safety and comfort against a chaotic world, modern cocooning has been normalised by the COVID-19 pandemic, and is now evolving into an established trend driven by technological advancements, economic factors, and a desire …

As communities across South Africa return from the festive season and start planning for a productive year ahead, FNB is kicking things off with something truly exciting: the launch of its Stokvel Digital account in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal. Designed to bring simplicity, safety and convenience to one of South Africa’s most trusted savings traditions, the new …

Daimler Truck Middle East Africa (DT MEA) hosted the EliteClass Awards Ceremony 2025 in Dubai, welcoming over 70 DT MEA General Distributors from across the Middle East and Africa for an evening dedicated to performance, partnership, and shared achievement. The EliteClass Awards continue to recognize the results delivered over the past year, based on performance …

Cape Town, South Africa – Dhansay & Roberts Biokineticists has launched Rehab Your Knee, a free educational ebook. This practical guide helps anyone recovering from a knee injury rebuild strength, move with confidence, and make informed decisions about their rehabilitation. With two well-established practices in Claremont and Green Point, Dhansay & Roberts Biokineticists has been …

GQEBERHA – Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on 12 February 2026 in Cape Town, Straton Electrical – a leading electrical contracting firm in the Eastern Cape – has critically examined the President’s roadmap for the energy sector. While the speech signaled a historic pivot toward a competitive electricity market, …

In the year following South Africa’s G20 Presidency, President Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address offered a sobering but optimistic reflection on the country’s trajectory. It highlighted meaningful economic progress while underscoring the scale of the journey still ahead. Most importantly, it reinforced a critical shift in how South Africa’s challenges are being understood. …

South African consumers and retailers can expect further increases in pork prices in the coming months as the impact of African swine fever (ASF) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks tightens supply across the formal market. This follows recent communication to the trade from the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO), detailing the extent of disease …

Midrand company provides working parents with emergency strategies to maintain household routines during washing machine failures MIDRAND, South Africa – Wings Appliance Repairs has published practical guidance to help busy families navigate the disruption caused by washing machine breakdowns. The resource addresses the specific challenges working parents face when essential household appliances fail unexpectedly. For …

Sandton Podiatry Practice Addresses Hidden Movement Inefficiencies Affecting Office Workers and Competitive Athletes SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICA — M Maddocks Inc has published expert guidance exploring how biomechanical assessment reveals hidden movement patterns that contribute to persistent back pain in office workers and performance limitations in competitive athletes. Uncovering the Walking Pattern Connection to Chronic Back …

Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting how chronic stress and burnout contribute to increasing rates of depression in women. While depression can affect anyone, women are statistically more likely to experience it, and stress-related factors play a significant role in triggering and worsening symptoms. Research shows that women are almost twice as …

By Eric D’Oliveira, Chief Revenue Officer Each year, World Radio Day highlights why radio remains one of the most powerful and trusted media channels in the world. But heading into 2026, radio is no longer content to play a supporting role; it is expanding its capabilities and asserting its place at the centre of brand …

Rio Perfumes, a South African fragrance specialist based in Johannesburg, is spotlighting the emotional power of fragrance as couples across the country prepare to mark Valentine’s Day. The company is drawing attention to how considered scent choices can deepen connection, evoke shared memories, and frame the atmosphere of a relationship beyond a single calendar date. …

In an economy where small business owners are under increasing pressure and traditional routes to entrepreneurship feel increasingly out of reach, one South African restaurant brand is reframing what scale can, and should, mean. For Col’Cacchio, scaling in 2026 isn’t about rapid expansion for the sake of footprint. It’s about creating a model that opens …

Johannesburg, South Africa & Dubai, UAE: South Africa’s crypto economy is serving as a strategic gateway for Web3 growth across the African continent. As institutional and retail interest in digital assets continues to mature, regulated, market-ready exchanges are increasingly important to support capital formation, compliance, and investor confidence. FasterCapital’s EquityPilot program has been designed to …

To Unlock Our Economy, We Must First Unlock Our Smallest Businesses by Jordaan Burger, Managing Director, Sage Africa & Middle East: The trajectory of South Africa’s economy is inextricably linked to the vitality of its Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). This is not a new observation, but a foundational truth that informs our national development …

Mpumalanga, South Africa — Many individuals entering addiction treatment struggle with a challenge that traditional talk therapy cannot easily address: the inability to identify and verbalise emotions after years of substance-induced numbing. Pace Recovery Centre provides an alternative approach through equine therapy, a nonverbal treatment modality that builds fundamental emotional awareness before expecting verbal articulation. …

Pretoria, South Africa – Spine Health offers educational resources addressing home adaptations for arthritis sufferers and natural approaches to chronic tension headache relief. Home Modifications Support Arthritis Independence Daily activities place varying degrees of stress on arthritic joints. Gripping, twisting, reaching overhead, and climbing stairs challenge sensitive areas, with most joint strain stemming from environmental …