Yaoundé Is Set to Sizzle at 38°C by 2030: How Green Design Could Cool Cameroon’s Capital
Public ponds, fountains and new reflective buildings are needed to protect Yaoundé’s people from the heat island effect.
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Tens of Billions Later, SA’s Travel Fever Is Still Hot
South Africans are travelling more than ever. What started as revenge travel after lockdown hasn’t slowed down, and Standard Bank clients are leading the way. Their spend on travel in 2024 amounted to tens of billions of rands, doubling what the bank recorded in 2021. Thirty-two percent of that spend went to flight bookings, accounting …
How Two Very Different South Africans Are Solving Their Water Problems
“I have learned in my life to take responsibility for the needs of my family. If you wait for help, you can wait too long.”
Black Coffee and Enhle Ruling Sends a Clear Message: Customary and White Weddings Are Equal in South Africa
The case settles a longstanding question: how does a civil marriage affect a couple’s earlier customary marriage?
Good Withdraws From Johannesburg Pride
The GOOD Party will not take part in Johannesburg Pride, set to take place on Saturday, 25 October. GOOD has proudly supported Pride marches across South Africa since our inception in 2018.
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Sewage Disaster at Boksburg Lake Was Ignored
The Ekurhuleni Metro’s Department of Water and Sanitation’s tardy response to the massive sewage pollution crisis at Boksburg Lake proves that the Metro only became officially aware of it on 9 October when the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) reported it. This is despite the fact that the pollution was obvious for a number of […]
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Heads up Premier, Here Comes a Motion of No Confidence
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) held an urgent press briefing today to announce our plan to table a motion of no confidence against Premier Panyaza Lesufi for his failed and costly Crime Prevention Wardens programme known as Amapanyaza. The briefing follows Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s announcement that Amapanyaza will be disbanded for them to undergo …
DA Hypocrisy on Policing Exposed
It is disingenuous and pure political point-scoring for the Democratic Alliance to jump on the crime-warden bandwagon in Gauteng. The DA’s own Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) in the Western Cape has cost taxpayers more than R4 billion and failed to show tangible results in reducing crime.
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Glenharvie Without Water for 23 Days
The water crisis plaguing Glenharvie in the Rand West Local Municipality (Randfontein, Westonaria) for the past 23 days is now spreading to surrounding areas. Today, Venterspost and Zuurbekom’s taps have begun to run dry as well. On Tuesday, frustrated residents held a protest march on the N12 between Johannesburg and Potchefstroom to express their dissatisfaction […]
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Celebrating 8-Year Local Trading Milestone
JAC Motors South Africa recently hosted a high-level delegation from JAC Motors International, based in Hefei, Anhui Province, China. The delegation aimed to explore opportunities and develop plans to further expand JAC Motors’ investment in the South African market, with a strong focus on advancing growth in the new energy vehicle sector. Operating in South …
Sandton City Diamond Walk Sets the Standard for Luxury in Africa
Each year thousands of people travel to Johannesburg for one reason alone, to shop at the Diamond Walk at Sandton City (http://SandtonCity.com). This stretch of pure indulgence has become the ultimate destination for luxury on the African continent, drawing both international visitors and local fashion devotees, who know they do not need to leave Africa to shop the world's most prestigious brands.
The global names behind the glamour
The Diamond Walk is home to a remarkable bouquet of fashion, jewellery, and accessory brands that are usually associated with London, Paris, or Dubai. But here, shoppers step into boutiques such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Cartier, Bvlgari, Versace, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Alexander McQueen, Jimmy Choo, Tods, Balmain, Amiri, Zegna, and Ferragamo, all in one address. This mix makes Sandton City the only place on the continent where so many of these icons sit side by side.
Sandton City is Africa's most iconic shopping centre, home to more than 377 retailers across fashion, dining, and lifestyle. Located in the heart of Johannesburg's financial district, the centre has defined the Sandton skyline and established itself as a landmark of innovation and style. With an eco-conscious food district, a family-oriented fun district, and the chandelier-lined Diamond Walk, Sandton City offers a breadth of experiences that continue to attract millions of visitors each year.
A luxurious experience
The appeal goes well beyond access to the world's biggest names. Many of the stores in the Diamond Walk offer special services such as in-store style consultations, bespoke tailoring, and personalisation, allowing every purchase to feel unique. From luxury watches at Patek Philippe and Breitling to South Africa's own MaXhosa, to Mont Blanc, Coach and IWC; with Kate Spade and Rolex set to open soon, the selection extends across every facet of a luxury lifestyle.
The Diamond Walk is a destination in its own right. Its chandelier-lit walkway is a place where heritage and craftsmanship meet cutting-edge design, where locals and tourists alike immerse themselves in Johannesburg's most exclusive shopping setting. Open seven days a week, it invites visitors to discover a world of luxury in the heart of Johannesburg.
With an unmatched mix of retail with over stores, entertainment and world-class lifestyle attractions, Sandton City continues to set the pace as Africa's most iconic centre. For regular updates, go to www.SandtonCity.com or follow Sandton City on social media @ sandtoncitymall.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Sandton City.
About Sandton City:
Sandton City Shopping Centre is renowned amongst both local and international visitors as one of Africa's leading retail destinations. With an impressive retail, office and leisure space ranking as South Africa's top performing retail destination in terms of trading density, Sandton City has an effective tenant leasing strategy and a low vacancy level. The shopping centre is home to over 300 of the most exciting local and international brands and presents you with a world of luxury in the exclusive Diamond Walk.
Sandton City is a green-star rated by the Green Building Council of South Africa. This is the first super-regional shopping centre on the African continent to achieve such a prestigious rating, representing world leadership in environmentally sustainable operational efficiencies.
Adjacent to world-class hotels and mega corporate headquarters, winning multiple Best Shopping Mall awards each year, Sandton City continues to be a leader in mixed-use properties.
Sandton City is co-owned by Liberty (which is wholly owned by the Standard Bank Group) and Pareto Limited. L2D performs the asset management function and the property management services are done by Excellerate JHI Retail.
For more information, please visit either www.SandtonCity.com, www.Liberty2Degrees.co.za, www.Pareto.co.za or www.JHI.co.za.
Contract Workers March in Joburg Demanding Permanent Jobs
Expanded Public Works Programme employees march to Premier’s office
Sandton’s Official Leapmotor Distributor
SMH Sandton has been appointed by Stellantis SA, as its distributor in Midrand. This milestone builds on the group’s successful partnerships with Peugeot, Citroën, and Opel, and reflects Stellantis’ strategy to expand electric mobility offering in South Africa. As part of this collaboration, a state-of-the-art Leapmotor showroom is set to open on Corner of William …
A Silver Haul
Hyundai Automotive South Africa has been awarded three Silver Awards at the 2025 South African Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (SAVRALA) Manufacturer of the Year Awards, in the Rental, Leasing and Overall Value categories, in Johannesburg – 16 October 2025. The SAVRALA bestowed these recognitions based on key performance areas such as sales and technical …
Mover and Shaker: Markus Schuster
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Audi South Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Markus Schuster as its new country lead, effective September 2025. His appointment marks an important new chapter for the brand in South Africa and reflects Audi’s long-term commitment to the local market. Schuster joins Audi South Africa with more than two …
Sudden Subsidy Cuts for Quintile-5 Schools in Gauteng
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) condemns the Gauteng Department of Education’s decision to reduce subsidies to quintile-5 schools in the province from R900 to just R315 per learner as from 2026. This reduction affects Afrikaans schools, in particular, and the Freedom Front Plus views the sudden slashing of subsidies to quintile-5 schools as an […]
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PEPFAR Cuts Leave Clinics Short of Staff
Survey finds longer waiting times for ARVs
Audiences Are Falling In Love With Roxie and Velma All Over Again!
All Johannesburg audiences think about is love – their love for CHICAGO! CHICAGO The Musical, presented by Showtime Management in association with Barry & Fran Weissler, has lit up Montecasino’s Teatro at the beginning of its Gauteng run – so much so that the season has already been extended by a week to (must close …
Illegal Informal Trade Undermines Law and Order in Johannesburg
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) implores the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) and the Department of Home Affairs to take decisive action against the growing wave of illegal informal trade engulfing Johannesburg’s streets and undermining law and order. Areas such as the CBD, Fordsburg, Hillbrow, Yeoville and Berea have turned into unregulated marketplaces where […]
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Tshwane Multi-Party Coalition: Year of Exceptional Growth and Good Governance
The GOOD Party congratulates the multi-party coalition government of the City of Tshwane on the tremendous achievements recorded during the past 12 months since being elected to office by the Tshwane Council in October 2024.
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Multiple Casualty Sailing Vessels Assisted on Vaal Dam
Bradley Naicker, NSRI Vaal Dam station commander, said: NSRI Vaal Dam station 22 duty crew and NSRI Gauteng station 27 crew, while on alert during a local sailing event at the Vaal Dam, on Sunday, 12 October 2025, were alerted to multiple sailing vessels suddenly and unexpectedly caught in distress during a severe storm that …
CEO Confidence Plummets
In Q3 2025, South African CEOs were asked whether they agreed with Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie’s assertion that the country’s true unemployment rate may be closer to 10%, thanks to the informal sector, rather than the official 33.2%. The response was overwhelmingly skeptical, with only a quarter of CEOs supporting this view and the vast …
CoJ: Repair of Potholes, Crumbling Infrastructure, and Proper Budget Allocation
We, the undersigned residents and taxpayers of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, hereby submit this petition in the interest of our communities and the fair use of public funds. Our Concerns: 1. The ongoing neglect of roads are visible in the numerous potholes and unsafe driving conditions across the city. 2. The rapid deterioration […]
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Turning China Trade Potential Into Growth
As African economies face shifting supply chains, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) presents a gateway to the world’s largest consumer base. For African SMEs, accessing China is about scale and sustainability. With China already Africa’s largest trading partner, bilateral trade between China and Africa reached an estimated USD 295.6 billion in 2024. With imports …