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Johannesburg: South Africa’s education system continues to face significant challenges that demand urgent and innovative responses. Unequal access to technology skills across urban, peri-urban, and rural schools has widened the digital divide. Public tertiary education providers remain oversubscribed, leaving thousands of students without placement. At the same time, students entering tertiary education often bring varied …

In South Africa, the reliance on tanked water delivery has significant negative implications for both the environment and public health. As communities depend on plastic containers for this essential resource, the growing accumulation of plastic waste contributes to pollution, harming ecosystems and wildlife. Moreover, the emissions generated from frequent water delivery trucks exacerbate our carbon …

The rise of visual-based online platforms has made photo-editing and retouching essential services for photographers, agents, and creative firms. The rising number of images, along with the decrease in the amount of time one has to edit photos, has made the need for photo-editing services a reasonable and feasible solution to the maintenance of quality …

Mpumalanga, South Africa — Working professionals in early addiction recovery face a critical challenge: managing workplace stress without the coping mechanisms they previously relied upon. Pace Recovery Centre addresses this vulnerability through Reiki healing, an energy-based practice that provides genuine stress relief whilst supporting long-term nervous system regulation without relapse risk. The Stress Management Gap …

Pretoria-based digital marketing firm Click Results releases comprehensive guide to help South African businesses win more local customers through ‘near me’ search optimisation. Local businesses across South Africa are missing valuable opportunities to connect with ready-to-buy customers who are actively searching for their services. Click Results, a Pretoria-based digital marketing firm with over 10 years …

Johannesburg, Gauteng – Eksekuteurs vir Boedels en Testamente beklemtoon die kritieke belang van ‘n deurdagte testament wat beide voogde benoem én ‘n professionele eksekuteur aanstel. Die maatskappy bied ‘n geïntegreerde benadering tot boedelbeplanning wat reeds begin met testament opstel en eksekuteur aanstelling, nie eers na ‘n oorlede nie. Duidelike Beplanning vir Ouers se Gemoedsrus Baie …

Cape Town, South Africa – A comprehensive analysis of commercial roof maintenance costs reveals that facility managers can achieve significant lifecycle savings by transitioning from reactive repair approaches to proactive waterproofing strategies, according to waterproofing specialists Sealtek Cape. Traditional reactive maintenance—responding to leaks as they occur—creates an expensive cycle of emergency callouts, operational disruptions, and …

Pretoria, South Africa – TRX Electronics has published comprehensive technical resources addressing critical component selection challenges faced by industrial control system engineers. The resources cover power semiconductor performance in extreme environments, energy efficiency in power supplies, and field-programmable logic capabilities for industrial deployments. Power Semiconductors for Harsh Industrial Environments Industrial facilities operating steel mills, mining …

Online School, Brainline, says the increase in the matric results of the Class of 2025 speak volumes of the learners’ mature and disciplined approach to the use of online resources provided to them. Brainline CEO, Coleen Cronje, says this has directly resulted in the class of 2025 achieving the highest pass rate to date: a …

Chery South Africa has confirmed the renewal of its sponsorship of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series after four successful years, extending the agreement for an impressive three-year period beginning in 2026. This renewed partnership also marks the fourth anniversary of Chery’s relaunch in South Africa, underscoring a shared commitment to excellence and a vision …

Stop Using Gemini for Everything: The 5 Google AI Tools You’re Missing Out On. I Turned a 50-Page PDF into a Podcast in 30 Seconds: Meet Google’s Secret AI Suite. The “No-Code” Revolution: How Google Opal is Turning Everyone into an App Developer. Beyond the Chatbot: Why NotebookLM and AI Studio are Google’s Real Power …

Dunlop Tyres South Africa has partnered with its Original Equipment partner, Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf), to launch a local supplier development initiative that brings world-class tyre expertise directly onto the production line at IMSAf’s Struandale plant in Gqeberha. The collaboration is designed to drive social enterprise development, strengthen localisation, and create opportunities for local …

Cape Town, South Africa – 12th January 2026: In honor of Thyroid Awareness Month, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, is shining a spotlight on empowering Africans to have a greater awareness of thyroid disorders, conditions that often go undiagnosed despite their widespread prevalence. Thyroid diseases, particularly hypothyroidism (an underactive …

The hero section is the large, top section of your website, usually containing a headline, short message, and call-to-action. In 2026, this section plays a crucial role in capturing attention and communicating value instantly. Visitors want to know three things immediately: what you offer, who it is for, and why they should choose you. If …

Eagle Travel and Logistic SARL (ETL), a young Beninese company specialising in high-end intercity transport, has entered into a strategic partnership with FasterCapital through its EquityPilot programme. This alliance aims to accelerate its development and make it a major player in premium mobility in West Africa. The challenge is considerable. In the sub-region, the intercity …

As matric results and the new school year loom, Kagiso Trust urges learners to look beyond degrees and consider skills-based pathways that lead directly to employment With the 2025 matric results due to be released on 13 January, and the class of 2026 returning to school the following day, hundreds of thousands of young people …

Streetwise campaign supports families and students navigating financial pressure at the start of 2026. More than 46,000 children did not attend school in 2024 because of the cost, according to Children Count. And with matric results and the start of school around the corner, it’s the time of year when the costs of education loom large in …

Many homeowners attempt to “spot clean” with store-bought foam, but professional services offer a level of restoration that DIY simply can’t match. Deep Extraction: Using Industrial-grade Hot Water Extraction (HWE), pros reach the dirt trapped deep within the foam, not just the surface fabric. Health Benefits: Pretoria’s dry climate can trap allergens and dust mites …

Gaelix Marine Service is highlighting the importance of personal visibility at sea by promoting the use of LALIZAS lifejacket LED flashing lights as a simple yet critical safety upgrade for modern vessels. In man-overboard situations, especially during nighttime operations, rough weather or low visibility, rapid visual identification is often the deciding factor in successful recovery. …

JOHANNESBURG, 9th January 2026 — A high-level meeting has been held in Addis Ababa between Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), and Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, the UAE Minister of State. The meeting built upon the first round of political consultations that took place in Abu Dhabi on …

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes extreme changes in mood, energy, and activity levels. These shifts are much more intense than regular ups and downs and can last for days, weeks, or even months, affecting daily life. During a manic episode, a person may feel overly energetic, excited, or easily irritated. They …

Introducing Lenovo and Motorola Qira, a Personal Ambient Intelligence Designed to Work Across Devices A single, built-in intelligence that works across devices, understands context, and helps you move effortlessly through your day Johannesburg, January 7, 2026 – At CES 2026, Lenovo introduced a single, built-in cross-device intelligence designed to redefine how people interact with their …

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has convened leaders across industries to discuss the importance of smart home interoperability in one of its first Tech Forum panels at CES 2026 at The Wynn in Las Vegas, Nevada. In the session, titled: “When Everything Clicks: How Open Ecosystems Deliver Impactful AI,” experts discussed how cross-industry partnerships are transforming …

Johannesburg: Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT are increasingly used across South African workplaces — but many organisations are discovering a critical limitation: AI generates convincing language, not verified truth. Finance, HR, compliance, and operations teams are reporting growing concern over AI-generated content that sounds accurate but contains subtle errors, assumptions, or fabricated details. When unchecked, …