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Following a rigorous and competitive procurement process led by South African Tourism, Johannesburg and Durban have officially been confirmed as the host cities for Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba respectively for the next five years commencing 2026. The process saw several cities and provinces across the country submit compelling bids to host the flagship …

The South African Reserve Bank (“the SARB”) has repeatedly emphasised – most recently in its Vision 2025 document – that a modern, safe, and interoperable payment ecosystem is now a strategic imperative. Interoperability, stronger consumer safeguards, and an explicit framework for the regulation of non-bank payment service providers are singled out in Vision 2025 as …

Panic buttons will be physical devices, not only in-app features. They must be installed by security or tracking companies and will be accessible to driver and passenger. “Drivers are also being attacked, so they need immediate protection,” Msibi said. “The cost of installing panic buttons will fall on the operator, the person who holds the …

MSA BEYOND THE TRACK – COMPETITORS UNCOVERED South African motorsport continues to shine on the international circuit, and few names carry that pride more strongly than Steven Odendaal. At just 32 years old, the Johannesburg born rider has carved his own path in the world of two-wheel racing, competing in the World Endurance Championship across …

South Africa’s PR scene is unique — and the right agency? They can make all the difference. Venelize de Lange from media update highlights five signs of a good PR agency in South Africa and why choosing wisely matters for your brand. When it comes to telling your brand’s story, South African local PR agencies …

assume the G20 Presidency, making it the first African country to head the bloc of global powerhouses. 19 November 2024 South Africa officially takes over G20 presidency The G20 presidency has officially been handed to South Africa in a ceremony in Rio de Janeiro. officially launched South Africa’s presidency of the G20 at Parliament.Ramaphosa said …

This week is Clean-Up & Recycle Week, an annual national initiative spearheaded by Plastics SA and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.  Petco, South Africa’s longest-standing producer responsibility body, is marking the occasion with a call to action: it wants companies, communities and individuals to change the way they handle waste. The organisation …