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Cape Town looks incredible from a car window. The mountain, the ocean, the coastline, and the harbour are all stunning from the road. But there’s a completely different version of the city that only reveals itself when someone gets out of the car and into the water or onto the trails. The views from a …
Scottburgh set to host elite and emerging athletes across lifesaving, surfing, and surfski disciplines in May The upcoming Ocean Festival 2026, taking place from 1 to 3 May, is set to deliver an exciting, multi-disciplinary sports programme that brings together some of the country’s top ocean athletes and rising young talent. In its 4th year, …
OG Ventures has announced that, since the beginning of 2026, it has brought The Marketing Mill under its roof. This strategic move is designed to consolidate resources and expand digital marketing capabilities in response to increasingly volatile global economic and digital conditions. Adapting to a Shifting Landscape The Marketing Mill was founded in 2020 during …
Commuter transport is not simply a commercial activity. It carries a clear legal duty of care. Operators of taxis, mid-sized fleets and large bus companies are responsible not only for delivering passengers from one point to another, but for ensuring that vehicles are roadworthy, drivers are appropriately licensed and routes are managed within regulatory frameworks. …
By Thalia Pillay, co-founder and CEO of Orca Fraud The fines scam. The SARS refund. The parcel that needs clearing. If you have a South African cellphone number, you have met all three. Fraud has become part of the noise of our digital lives — commonplace enough that most people have developed a reflex for …
New investment from E Squared accelerates Secha’s US$40M Fund II, scaling a unique Operator-Investor model that bridges the gap between capital and talent. JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Secha Capital, the pioneer of “Execution Capital” in Southern Africa, has reached a second close of its US$40 million growth fund, Secha Capital Impact (Fund II). Joining the …
Ground tents had a good run. For decades, they were the only real option for anyone who wanted to sleep outdoors without booking a chalet or a guesthouse. But anyone who’s set up a ground tent on rocky terrain, woken up in a puddle after unexpected rain, or spent the night listening to something rustling …
Johannesburg, South Africa – A new Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) therapy device, RespiPEP, has officially launched in South Africa, expanding access to supportive respiratory care for individuals living with certain chronic and acute respiratory conditions. Respiratory conditions can make breathing difficult and impact quality of life. RespiPEP is designed to support breathing as part of …
You press play on a podcast during your commute. The conversation flows. The pauses feel natural. It sounds effortless. It is not. Behind every episode is a producer shaping what you hear and how you experience it. There are two roles at play. One focuses on the content. The other shapes the sound. Increasingly, one …
Nomayirha, known as Yirha, does not approach music from a single angle. She builds it from the inside out. Based in Johannesburg, she has been immersed in music since childhood, starting as a vocalist at age eight before expanding to piano, tuba, ukulele, bass, and guitar. That range is not a party trick. It shapes …
The latest data from Stats SA shows that increases in rent and school fees are outpacing any financial relief. According to National Debt Advisors’ Sebastien Alexanderson, this is forcing households to make difficult trade-offs between housing, education, and growing reliance on debt. 22 April 2026: The latest data from Stats SA shows a clear and …
The 73rd edition of the annual Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity takes place in Cannes France from 22 – 26 June 2026. The internationally celebrated festival of creativity has announced its jury for 2026, which includes a group of talented and celebrated South African creatives and marketers on various panels. “As the official Cannes …
Renishaw Hills recently hosted a meaningful Parkinson’s Awareness Day, bringing together more than 70 residents and supporters for a morning of education and community spirit. Organised by residents Helen and Myles Jee, the event took place on the estate and featured a 600-metre awareness walk, supported by marshals and medical teams, followed by an insightful …
As the world marks Earth Day on 22 April, Rosond reaffirms its commitment to environmental stewardship, innovation, and responsible resource development. Earth Day serves as a global reminder of the urgent need to protect natural ecosystems while supporting economic development. For industries such as mining and exploration, this balance is particularly critical. As a leading …
BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA — RiVo Media today announced the official launch of RiVo Chat, a sophisticated, locally-developed AI chatbot solution designed to transform static websites into high-performing, 24/7 sales engines. Built specifically for the South African market, RiVo Chat bridges the gap between global AI innovation and local business needs. Unlike generic, “plug-and-play” overseas tools, …
If your core could talk, it would probably ask you to do reformer Pilates. Not because it’s trending, but for the kind of deep, stabilising strength that improves everything from how you stand to how you train. This strength starts at your core and radiates outward, shaping how your body moves, balances, and performs. Yes, …
Stress is often seen as something that lives in our minds. But speak to anyone carrying tight shoulders, stiff hips, or persistent headaches or fatigue, and a different picture starts to emerge. Stress doesn’t just stay in our thoughts; it settles into our bodies. “Our bodies don’t separate mental and physical stress,” says Ceri Hannan, …
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the importance of understanding Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD), a mental health condition that can affect both children and adults and may interfere with everyday life if left unaddressed. Feeling upset when saying goodbye to someone you love is completely normal. Many children cry on …
Johannesburg: South Africa’s healthcare system has undergone significant transformation since the end of apartheid, shifting from a deeply unequal structure to one increasingly focused on inclusivity and reform. While progress has been made in expanding access to public healthcare services, disparities between the private and public sectors remain a pressing concern. In response, the proposed …
For many young people who completed their matric in 2025 and now find themselves at home without a clear direction, or whose planned gap year has lost its appeal, the coming months offer a powerful opportunity for a fresh start. “Delaying all forms of learning after matric can sometimes lead to prolonged periods of stagnation, …
On behalf of Clive Robinson, MD of Tutor Doctor SA April 2026 – During Stress Awareness Month, attention turns to a pressing issue in South Africa’s education system: learners face unprecedented pressure but often lack the means to cope. What was once a manageable academic journey has become a constant balancing act. Today’s learners must …
Fuel Stockpiling – The Hidden Risk South Africans Are Overlooking As uncertainty in the Middle East continues, South Africa is facing soaring fuel costs and potential supply disruptions. In response, businesses, farms and even households are increasingly storing petrol and diesel on-site in larger quantities than usual. This is happening despite the country’s fuel supply …
The theme of this year’s World Health Day is “Together for health. Stand with science.” It’s a call from the World Health Organisation to protect lives, rebuild trust, and secure a healthier future. Just over a year ago, massive funding cuts put this future at risk – on 26 February 2025, 90% of global projects …
A year-on-year shift in Q1 data shows how quickly the competitive order among Chinese brands is evolving. A year can be a long time in a fast-moving segment, and that’s especially true in the Chinese used car market. New Q1 sales data from AutoTrader shows that between 2025 and 2026, Chinese marques not only strengthened …