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SA Rugby has revamped its professional junior rugby pathways with the creation of a new Under-23 competition, to ensure emerging players are optimally prepared for senior rugby. The change was approved at a Special General Council meeting of SA Rugby on Wednesday, following a thorough review of the playing calendar, to provide additional opportunities for …
13 February 2026 – Sasol Banyana Banyana’s road to the Brazil 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup begins in earnest when they participate in this year’s 2025 COSAFA Women’s Championship. A few days ago coach Dr Desiree Ellis announced a 38-member squad in preparation for an Alignment camp for the COSAFA Women’s Championship and the Women’s
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The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is concerned about the condition of critical infrastructure in the Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality (Phalaborwa, Lulekani, Boelang) following devastating floods in January. The Freedom Front Plus MPL and provincial leader for Limpopo, Mr André Moss, accompanied by local Freedom Front Plus councillor Giel van Niekerk and prospective candidate Ms Jane […]
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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 …
Men and women are listening through heartbreak at almost the same rate, with women accounting for 51% of streams and […]
In this fascinating conversation with Impact Newswire, Mauritian artist inshō(whose real name isSachin Mulloo) opens up about his unconventional journey […]
Wales head coach Richard Whiffin has made one injury-enforced change to his starting line-up for Saturday’s U20 Six Nations clash against France at Cardiff Arms Park (KO 8pm). Bath Rugby’s Jack Woods picked up a hamstring injury in the narrow defeat to England at Northampton last Friday and is replaced by Rhys Cummings who switches …
12 Teams have landed in Nairobi ahead of the opening round of HSBC SVNS 2 this weekend, 14 and 15 February, at Nyayo National Stadium. Rested and ready to go again after their heroics in Dubai last month, HSBC SVNS 3 qualifiers South Africa, Canada, Argentina and Belgium join eight established sevens nations in Kenyan …
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 …
Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza,Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane,Former President, Mr Kgalema Motlanthe,Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Amos Masondo,Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Dr Naledi Pandor, Mayor of Cape Town, Alderman Geordin Hill-Lewis,Chairperson of the National House of Traditional and Khoisan Leaders, Kgosi Thabo Seatlholo,Isithwalandwe Seaparankoe Mam’ …
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 …
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has secured its position as a leading university on the African continent across multiple global ranking systems, with the latest 2026 ranking results affirming its sustained ascent, continental dominance and expanding global authority. In the inaugural QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa, UJ delivered a commanding performance, securing the number …
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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 …
Residents of the Emakhazeni Local Municipality (Belfast, Machadodorp, Dullstroom, Waterval Boven) are experiencing serious financial and other hardships due to the flawed roll-out of new smart electricity meters. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is aware of numerous complaints about prepaid units running out too fast, and power being disconnected suddenly and without any warning. […]
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The Pinehaven sewage pump station in the Mogale City Local Municipality (Krugersdorp, Magaliesburg, Muldersdrift) is rapidly turning into a full-scale health and environmental disaster. Within just one week, sewage spills occurred twice after two of the three pumps failed. The Municipality is currently pumping out the sewage and transporting it to the Percy Steward pump […]
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The Grammy-winning trio will perform on 27 May at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town, followed by shows on 29 and 30 May at the SunBet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria. The concerts are expected to feature a selection of the group’s most iconic hits, including ‘End of the Road’, ‘I’ll Make Love to You’, …
RS Group plc (LSE: RS1) (https://Africa.RSDelivers.com), a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, today announces a new three-year partnership with international development charity SolarAid. Together, RS Group and SolarAid aim to raise £1 million to deliver clean, safe solar lights to 150,000 people living in rural communities across Africa without access to electricity.
The partnership forms a central part of RS Group's 2030 ESG action plan and champions the shared ambition to “make amazing happen for a brighter world.” By combining corporate donations, matched funding, RS PRO product contributions, employee fundraising, and gifts in kind, RS Group will help accelerate SolarAid's mission to create thriving solar businesses that tackle poverty and climate change.
Just one solar light benefits every member of the household leading to a 90% reduction in kerosene, candles or torches, with a 95% saving on their energy spend and enabling a child to study safely for the first time after sunset. It also reduces carbon emissions in the transition to renewable energy. A paraffin candle emits three times its weight in CO2 and a kerosene lamp emits over a tonne of carbon over 3 years.
Employee engagement at the heart of the partnership
RS and SolarAid are closely aligned as providers of products and solutions that support the low-carbon transition with a focus on renewables. As a leader in industrial MRO services, the RS team's expertise will directly support SolarAid's global and local repair programmes, helping build a circular solar economy in off-grid communities. RS employees worldwide will be encouraged to get involved through skills-based volunteering, fundraising challenges, and awareness-raising activities. Planned initiatives include:
RS employees are entitled to two annual volunteering days, and the company aims to inspire 50% of colleagues to use this time to support their communities and the SolarAid partnership.
Bridging ambition with proven impact
SolarAid's recent remarkable achievement in Kasakula, Malawi underscores the partnership's potential. On 26 August 2025, 100% of households, all local schools, and the health clinic in Kasakula gained solar access through the Light a Village initiative—highlighting what's possible when communities, charities, and partners align around a bold, shared goal.
A brighter future through collaboration
Andrea Barrett, Chief Sustainability Officer at RS Group, said “We are proud to partner with SolarAid on this important mission. Access to clean, safe solar light is a powerful catalyst for education, safety, and opportunity. By combining the passion of our people with the innovation of our customers and suppliers, we can make amazing happen for communities that need it most. The success in Kasakula is a living proof point: achieving 100% access in one of the world's poorest and most remote regions shows that universal energy access is not just achievable, but scalable.”
John Keane, CEO of SolarAid, said,“We are delighted to be working in partnership with RS Group. From the very start our shared purpose and alignment has been clear. Like RS Group, we strive to innovate the best solutions for our customers, so that we can deliver sustainable energy access. We are incredibly excited by the huge opportunity we have together, to progress our mission and bring clean, safe light and power to those living in the most remote, hardest to reach communities. Together, we really will make amazing happen for a brighter world”.
Driving long-term impact
The partnership builds on RS Group's track record of impactful collaborations, including raising nearly £1 million for The Washing Machine Project since 2020. By focusing on engagement opportunities for employees, customers, and suppliers, RS Group and SolarAid aim to create a movement of shared purpose and innovation. To amplify the collective impact, RS Group will match donations and funds raised by employees, further reinforcing its commitment to empowering communities.
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About RS Group:
RS is a high-service global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.
We operate in 36 markets, stock over 800,000 industrial and specialist products and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building and maintaining equipment and operations. We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it's our people that make the difference.
Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people, planet and profit.
RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2025 reported revenue of £2,904 million.
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About SolarAid:
Established in 2006, SolarAid is a UK based, international charity dedicated to bringing solar power to rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa. Together with their social enterprise, SunnyMoney, they are pioneering innovative enterprise programmes that tackles poverty and climate change by providing access to clean, safe solar light to homes, clinics and schools. To date, SolarAid have distributed 2.3 million lights across sub-Saharan Africa.
AgriSA welcomes the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa during the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) declaring the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak a national disaster. This declaration reflects the seriousness of the current biosecurity threat facing South Africa’s livestock sector and acknowledges the profound economic, food security, and trade implications of the outbreak. …
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. …
The closure of the Waltloo Garden Refuse Transfer Station in Eersterust, Pretoria, is seriously detrimental and encourages illegal dumping. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) visited the site following numerous complaints from residents and owners of garden services. The visit revealed workers in orange uniforms sitting and chatting under a tree, while the gate was […]
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Luke Fraser ·12 Feb 2026 Amid South Africa’s extreme water supply challenges, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that a new state-owned entity will soon be established to tackle the issue. People across the nation, notably in Johannesburg and Knysna, have been experiencing prolonged water shortages. Ramaphosa himself has deemed the increasing infrastructure challenges linked to …
Staff Writer ·12 Feb 2026 On top of the Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak hitting beef prices in South Africa, consumers and retailers have been warned that African Swine Fever (ASF) will hit pork prices in the coming months. This follows recent communication to the trade from the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO), detailing …
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has been confirmed as the leading university on the African continent across multiple global rankings systems. In the inaugural QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa, UJ came second overall out of nearly 70 universities from 21 countries. This follows other rankings that have placed UJ first in Africa, including the …