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Financial emergencies have a habit of showing up at the worst possible time. A broken geyser, a medical bill, or an unexpected school fee can leave anyone scrambling for cash that savings simply cannot cover. For vehicle owners, though, there is a practical option sitting right in the driveway. Most people think of a car …

Losing a job or taking maternity leave brings enough stress without having to figure out government paperwork on top of it. The UIF exists to soften the financial blow during these transitions, yet thousands of South Africans miss out on money they are entitled to simply because the process trips them up. Understanding what the …

The decision to move a child from a traditional classroom into a digital learning space is not one that families take lightly. Parents across South Africa face this choice more often than ever before, driven by factors ranging from safety concerns to the need for flexible schedules. With so many options available, knowing what to …

Off-the-shelf software works fine until it does not. That moment usually arrives when a business starts growing beyond its original setup, when workarounds pile up, and when staff spend more time fighting the tools than using them. Cape Town has become a city where more companies are making the switch to purpose-built systems, and the …

The traditional classroom setup has been the default for decades, but it no longer fits every student. Families across South Africa are choosing a different path?—?one where teenagers can complete their matric from home, study at their own pace, and still receive a nationally recognised qualification. The shift toward digital learning is not a passing …

Every business owner reaches a point where a website alone is not cutting it anymore. Customers want something faster, something that sits right on their phone and gives them what they need in a few taps. That shift is exactly why more companies in South Africa are investing in mobile apps, and Cape Town has …

STATSSA’S QLFS DATA IS CLEAR. SOUTH AFRICA’S RESPONSE SHOULDN’T STOP AT GRANTS. JOHANNESBURG – Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) released its Q4 2025 Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) yesterday, confirming youth unemployment at 43,8% — and with it, the predictable responses: more debate about grants, more calls for government programmes. Afrika Tikkun CEO Marc Lubner …

We at MyPR are often asked about traffic numbers and reach attributable to press releases posted on MyPR. Here is our stock answer: We have over 37 000 press releases published on MyPR. If we had to give you our daily unique visitor tally then we would create the impression in your mind that that …

Getting traffic to a website costs money whether done well or poorly. The difference between profitable advertising and wasted budget comes down to who manages the campaigns and how they approach optimization. South African businesses face unique challenges that generic marketing approaches miss entirely. The Reality Of Online Advertising Every click costs something. A digital …

As the 2026 motocross season kicks off, a powerhouse partnership has emerged to champion the future of South African motocross racing. The Ride Train Race (RTR) Academy, in a long-standing partnership with Motul, has joined forces with Tork Craft and Husqvarna South Africa to officially unveil the Tork Craft Husqvarna Motocross Team. Bringing together the …

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment shapes how businesses operate in South Africa. Companies wanting government contracts or deals with large corporates must show they meet compliance standards. The system exists to spread economic participation more widely across the population. Getting familiar with how it works helps businesses position themselves properly and avoid costly mistakes down the …

Johannesburg-based woodworking specialists Carpentry Wizard have confirmed a significant shift in how bespoke joinery and custom timber work is being delivered to residential and commercial clients across Gauteng in 2026. The company, which has been operating from Midrand for 18 years, is rolling out an expanded range of services built around precision joinery, integrated storage …

Cape Town’s residential and commercial property market is seeing a clear shift in what owners expect from their garages, and Garage Doors Cape Town is responding. The Automated electric gate company, which has been installing and servicing garage doors across the Cape Peninsula and beyond for several years, has announced an expanded range of electric …

By 2026, most organisations will claim to be “learning organisations,” yet few will be able to learn and adapt at the pace their environment demands. Despite rising investment in learning technology, leadership programmes, and continuous development initiatives, progress has not kept pace with the speed and complexity of change. The greatest threats ahead are not …

Declaring himself ready to run fast, Isaac Kibet Ndiema (Kenya) is excited to make his South African debut at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K on Sunday 1 March 2026. “I chose to come and run the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in South Africa because the course is really good for fast times …

Plastics SA, the umbrella body representing the South African plastics industry, has released its latest annual plastics consumption and recycling figures for the year ending December 2024. According to Anton Hanekom, Executive Director of Plastics SA, the results show encouraging growth in the use of recycled plastics, despite persistent challenges within South Africa’s waste management …

Plastics SA, the umbrella body representing the local plastics industry, has expressed concern over the failure of governments to reach agreement at last week’s Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) session in Geneva, Switzerland, which aimed to secure a legally binding global treaty on plastic pollution. The latest round of negotiations ended without consensus due to deep …

Switch Energy Drink and OMODA South Africa has concluded their most talked-about consumer campaign, by handing over the final 15 brand-new OMODA C7 vehicles to lucky winners at a special event held at Switch’s head office. The “Switch Up Your Life” competition, which ran from September 2025 to January 2026, turned every can of Switch …

A long long time ago I had a girlfriend named Shelley. This Shelly I speak about here is a completely different ‘animal and yet it does evoke the same feelings I had then! True story: I met Shelley whilst playing “Father Christmas’ Little Helper” delivering Christmas presents to clients of Straton Electrical. Those were good …

Plastics SA is proud to announce the appointment of Samuel Kumbula as its new Sustainability Project Coordinator. Based at the company’s Head Office in Midrand, Sam joins the team with more than eight years of experience in the environmental management sector. His professional journey has equipped him with robust skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, …

Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is raising awareness this TB Awareness Month around an important but often misunderstood question: can TB return after treatment? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), TB affects more than 10.7 million people globally each year, despite being preventable and curable when diagnosed early and treated correctly. “Tuberculosis …

Johannesburg: South Africa’s education sector is at a pivotal moment, balancing the promise of expanded opportunities with the challenge of limited resources. As the foundation of the nation’s future, education demands sustained investment to ensure that all children, from cities to rural areas, have access to quality learning. Recent budget allocations reflect Government’s commitment to strengthening …

Suzuki Auto South Africa in partnership with Cricket South Africa (CSA) donated R140,000 worth of cricket equipment to five cricket hubs across South Africa following the successful Ballin’ with Suzuki campaign, which was activated during Season 4 of the Betway SA20. The official handover ceremony took place on Tuesday, 24 February 2026 at the CSA …