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In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN’s Victoria Rubadiri visits Johannesburg to see how Capitec is driving financial inclusion in some of the city’s poorest neighbourhoods. Capitec has changed the way trading works in Johannesburg with a no doc signup policy, allowing traders to access the bank services, build a credit history, and turn …

Clean water is something most people take for granted?—?until there’s a problem. A strange taste, a funny smell, or limescale building up on taps and showerheads can all be signs that something isn’t quite right. Whether the water comes from a municipal supply or a private source, getting it checked is one of the smartest …

Thinning hair is one of those things that creeps up slowly. One morning the parting looks a little wider. A few months later, there’s more scalp showing under bright lights. Then the photos start telling a story that’s hard to ignore. It happens to men and women, young and old, and the emotional toll it …

There’s a moment most people hit where they stop pretending the thinning isn’t happening. Maybe it’s a photo taken from behind. Maybe it’s catching a glimpse under harsh bathroom lighting. Whatever triggers it, the thought that follows is usually the same: can anything actually fix this? For a growing number of South Africans, the answer …

Johannesburg, GT – A multi-defendant Class Action Lawsuit against SARS: Customs & Excise has been announced to be filed in the High Court containing serious allegations of conspiracy to Commit Fraud/Defraud, Corruption, Spoliation and Theft, Intimidation, Incitement including Targeted Harassment. Shipping Lines and Clearing Agents (co-conspirators), participate in orchestrated schemes and are the primary financial …

Empact Group has published its first Sustainability Report, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to transparency and accountability. Covering the period from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, the report outlines the organisation’s intention and commitment to embed sustainability across its operations and supply chain, whilst detailing some of the key initiatives that …

A swimming pool is a big investment. When it needs repairs or upgrades, one of the biggest challenges is figuring out what to do with all that water. Draining it away can feel wasteful, especially if you’ve already spent money on chemicals and heating. That’s where pool bladder hire comes in. A pool bladder is …

R25 coffee before 8am… What? Starbucks? And it’s not just a standard Americano? Did I hear right? YES! Mornings set the tone for the rest of the day. Whether it’s a quick stop before work, a pause before lectures, or a moment carved out before the city fully wakes up, those early hours tend to …

Johannesburg: For several years, the South African economy has been bemoaned on the continent as a sleeping giant that is not reaching its full potential. Despite significant optimism in July 2025 that South Africa was on the right track to achieve economic growth of 1.8%, this was not achieved as the country grappled with deep-rooted …

The new ES90 arrives in Q1 2026 with three carefully curated trim levels, marking a significant expansion of the brand’s all-electric lineup. The all-new Volvo ES90 will launch in South Africa in Q1 2026, marking the arrival of Volvo’s latest electric luxury sedan. The local ES90 range will comprise three distinct trim levels—Core, Plus, and …

After a fruitful 2025 season during which she became the fourth fastest South African 10km female runner of all time, comeback queen Tayla Kavanagh is relishing the opportunity of taking on the best in SA, Africa and the world at her first road race of the season – the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K …

Johannesburg: February is traditionally a time when people seek companionship with the hope of finding true love. But while many are searching for genuine relationships, scammers are equally active, preying on emotional vulnerability and the desire for connection. The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) warns that romance scams spike during this period, with criminals using …

South Africa – DigitFMS has unveiled the enhanced AI-powered version of Digit D-Bulk, its intelligent bowser control solution, marking a significant evolution in how organisations manage and protect bulk fuel assets. Already deployed across high-risk and remote operations, Digit D-Bulk has established itself as a trusted system for fuel accountability. The newly enhanced version builds …

New Industry Study By SpielFabrique Provides Data-Driven Insight Into Africa’s Growing Games Ecosystem, Developer Realities, And Market Infrastructure Xsolla, a leading global video game commerce company, announces its support of the State of the African Video Game Industry 2026, a comprehensive new report published by SpielFabrique that examines the structure, scale, and evolution of game …

I find myself as one involved in both aspects of these trades – one ‘keeps the lights on’ and one ‘sheds light on the truth’. Or as my young boys would have a chuckle to: One is a ‘Story Teller’ and the other is a ‘Wire Puller’. Yes – I was teased mercilessly in primary …

In 2026 the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon’s (TTOM) Blue Number Club (BNC) will continue to inspire, with just over 3100 members set to take on the Ultra or Half Marathon. Even more noteworthy, this number includes 16 Half Marathon BNCs in their 80s, 49 Ultra BNCs in their 70s, and 147 Half Marathon BNCs in …

A stylish Chery Vehicle, valued at R269 900, will be up for grabs at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA on Sunday, 1 March 2026. As the proud vehicle partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series since 2022, to date Chery South Africa has rewarded seventeen lucky participants with vehicles across the 2022 to …

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – As the capital city faces its dustiest season yet, local homeowners are turning to specialized expertise to protect their indoor air quality and home investments. AquaSteam, a veteran leader in the cleaning industry, today highlights why its hyper-local approach has made it the premier rug cleaning service provider in Pretoria and …

The Rip Curl GromSearch, presented by The Royal St Andrews Hotel and supported by Sea Harvest, returns to Port Alfred over the Easter weekend from 3 to 6 April, reaffirming its position as one of the anchor events of the Port Alfred Easter Festival. Now in its fourth year, the Rip Curl GromSearch remains the …

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia & Dubai, UAE: Oromia Institute of Technology and Innovation (OITI) and FasterCapital announced a strategic partnership today through FasterCapital’s Equitypilot program to accelerate OITI’s commercialization of AI, IoT and data-driven education solutions across Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa. The collaboration combines OITI’s local innovation capabilities with Equitypilot’s mentoring, funding and go-to-market …

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – February 2026 – Gold buyers across South Africa are reporting unprecedented demand as record-high gold prices prompt a wave of selling. With gold currently trading between R82,500 and R84,500 per troy ounce, and 1oz Krugerrands fetching upwards of R83,000, South Africans are seizing the opportunity to get cash for gold they’ve …

South Africa has a long history with gold. The country was once the largest gold producer in the world, and that legacy lives on through the Krugerrand. This gold coin has been around since 1967 and remains one of the most recognised and traded gold coins globally. Whether inherited from a grandparent, purchased as an …

A Rolex is not just a watch. It is an investment that sits on your wrist. Unlike cars that lose value the moment they leave the showroom, a well-maintained Rolex often appreciates over time. Many South Africans have these watches tucked away in safes, passed down through generations, or bought during flush times. When circumstances …