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Images: Wikimedia Commons & IShowSpeed In a moment that had South Africans collectively clutching their Streetwise Twos, American streamer IShowSpeed went viral this week — not for his gaming skills, but for his surprise at spotting a KFC on the streets of Pretoria. ALSO READ: Former US footballer sparks outrage after killing sable antelope on …

Despite numerous attempts at salvation, it does not come as a great shock that AMSA has, once again, threatened closing down its long steel plants in Newcastle and Vanderbijlpark by September 2025. Since June 2024, in an attempt to save its long steel production line, AMSA has been provided with a R1 billion (IDC) working …

By Samukelisiwe Shelembe South Africa’s aviation industry has reached an extraordinary milestone as King Shaka International Airport (KSIA), located in Durban, has been ranked 7th among the top 10 airports in the world for 2025. This recognition, announced through the prestigious Skytrax global rankings, places KSIA in the company of long-standing giants such as Singapore’s …

Parliament, Thursday, 17 July 2025 – The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education will tomorrow receive a detailed briefing from the Department of Higher Education and Training on the process followed by the independent panel appointed to select and recommend chairpersons of the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) Accounting Authorities. This follows the committee’s earlier …

Former Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas gestures ahead of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry probing state capture in Johannesburg, South Africa August 24, 2018. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo JOHANNESBURG, July 17 (Reuters) – South Africa’s main coalition partners are embroiled in a spat over how to respond to looming tariffs from a hostile Trump administration, after the smaller …

Opposition to the Act’s draconian state assault on property rights and the socio-economic aspirations of millions, far from undermining South Africa’s national interest, is a display of a pro-growth, pro-jobs patriotism. In fact, it is the Expropriation Act’s supporters, those who deny its reckless allocation of vast powers to countless expropriating authorities and those who …

Given the fact that the entire All Tar Rally takes place on the premises of the Killarney International Raceway alternative racing categories are invited to join in the fun on the day and it is essentially the BMW E36 Rally X members that joins in the fun. Now though it is simply considered a unique …

There’s something about dessert that speaks to the soul, and in South Africa, the language of sweetness is wide-ranging and deeply rooted. Here, desserts are more than just the last course—they’re cultural heirlooms passed down through generations. Whether it’s a fluffy pumpkin fritter or a sticky malva pudding, each one carries a memory, a mood, …

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South Africa has invested R484 million over four years in AI, blockchain, and related technologies to build foundational digital capabilities in the public sector, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Blade Nzimande confirmed in response to a parliamentary question. The funding supports the Foundational Digital Capabilities Research (FDCR) platform and the Centre for Artificial Intelligence …

A new report by World Wide Worx and Dell Technologies warns that South African businesses are increasingly adopting generative AI (GenAI) without proper regulation or strategy, raising risks for companies and employees alike. GenAI use among medium and large enterprises rose from 45% in 2024 to 67% in 2025, but only 15% have an official …

Staff Writer  ·17 Jul 2025 The South African Spaza and Tuck Shop Association (SASTA) has rejected the government’s plans to ban the sale of loose cigarettes and change carton packaging in the country, saying it will harm tens of thousands of informal traders who rely on the sales to make a living. SASTA is a …

Law and Practice 1. Introductory 1.1 Forms of Corporate/Business Organisations A company incorporated in terms of the Companies Act, No 71 of 2008, as amended (the “Companies Act”), is the principal form of corporate/business organisation used in South Africa. Companies are separate legal entities with shareholders that provide share capital (equity) and in certain instances …

Chinese automobile manufacturer iCaur, which produces popular car brands Chery, Jaecoo and Omoda, is set to introduce a new energy vehicle (EV) brand to the South African automotive market in early 2026. iCaur specialises in internal combustion engine (ICE) sport utility vehicles as well as fully electric and hybrid lines. The company’s entry would bring …

Staff Writer  ·17 Jul 2025 WhatsApp and Facebook owner Meta faces a contempt of court charge in South Africa. Local attorneys are looking to hold the US-based group accountable for failing to provide data on individuals posting explicit content of South African school children on its platforms. Earlier this week, social media legal expert Emma …

Lock Riley Norton will once again lead a familiar-looking side that has featured in most of the pool matches, as well as Monday’s semi-final victory over Argentina. The unchanged line-up means the bench will again feature a split of six forwards and two backs in what promises to be an epic battle between the two …

Motorists can hopefully look forward to a decrease in the price of petrol this August, though diesel users won’t be as lucky. This is according to the mid-month data published by the Central Energy Fund (CEF), which indicates that South Africa can expect a mixed bag from August’s fuel price adjustments. The discrepancy between the …

Government congratulates the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) as its news division marks 75 years of public service journalism. Since its inception in 1950, SABC News has played a critical role in informing, educating and empowering citizens across the country. Over the decades, SABC News has evolved alongside South Africa’s democracy, covering the country’s most …

With only a few seconds to choose a song that best represents South Africa, radio personality Mike V went into a mental scramble trying to pick just one. He went for a golden oldie and now he’s thrown the challenge to Mzansi: Did he nail it, or did he do South Africa dirty? Johannesburg, South …

HONOR has confirmed that the new Magic V5 will be sold in South Africa in October. No pricing has been shared as yet, but the Dawn Gold colourway is landing locally. It is the second flagship foldable that HONOR will have brought to SA. At the beginning of this month, HONOR revealed its latest foldable …

Reputation is not a public relations problem. It is a business problem. In South Africa’s complex environment (marked by political uncertainty, economic challenges, social tension and media fragmentation), it’s a problem that cannot be managed casually or cheaply, says Bradly Howland, President of the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA). When companies lose their …

On the photo: Rory Duncan, CEO of the Free State Cheetahs (Pty) Ltd and Glenn Crompton, Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Toyota South Africa Motors.   – Toyota Cheetahs: 130 years of passion, perseverance and performance – Six brand-new Corolla Cross 1.8 XS vehicles handed over – Vehicle handover builds on 15 years …

Luke Fraser  ·17 Jul 2025 The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is working on two potential new laws for South Africa, with big changes for international criminal co-operation and divorces. Ahead of the 2024 election, several new laws were passed through parliament and signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa.  Updates on potential new …

17 July 2025 – Wits University Forbes shares the honours with UCT’s Professor Anthony Figaji as recipients of a dual award for 2025. Two South African scientists are doing such internationally trailblazing research that the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust has granted each of them its most prestigious honours: the R2.5-million Harry Oppenheimer Fellowship Award.  “Each of …