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Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is marking National Blood Donor Month by showing how donating blood saves lives and helps people in urgent medical situations. “Blood donation is one of the clearest ways people can make a direct difference in someone else’s life,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “A …

A major breakthrough has been made for the emerging Eastern Cape hemp sector by the production of hemp fibre from existing cotton processing technology. It has proven that South Africa has existing capability for the full value chain, from farming through to the weaving of linen, according to Duma Maquebela, Buffalo City branch manager of …

For decades, professionals were taught a simple career principle: gain experience, work hard, build your skills, and opportunities will follow. While experience remains valuable, many experienced professionals are discovering that experience alone is no longer enough to secure interviews. Across South Africa and globally, recruiters are receiving larger volumes of applications than ever before. Technology …

The JAECOO J5 forms part of the brand’s compact SUV lineup in South Africa, positioned below the larger J7. Following the introduction of the J7 and J7 SHS plug-in hybrid, the J5 broadens the JAECOO portfolio with a four-variant range comprising Core, Vortex, Glacier, and Inferno. Exterior Design Unmistakably JAECOO, the J5 features a bold …

Something new from JAECOO is arriving in the third quarter. Stay tuned as JAECOO gets ready to welcome a new electric addition to the line-up. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. Proceed to Page 2 for Contact Info and Editor’s Notes.

The OMODA C7 fills the gap between the C5 and the range-topping C9 in the brand’s SUV lineup. Available in 1.6 TGDI and SHS plug-in hybrid derivatives, the C7 adds a larger and more powerful offering to the OMODA range. Exterior design The all-new OMODA C7 fills the gap between the chic C5 and the …

The OMODA C5 Style X forms part of the brand’s C5 lineup, offering a distinctive blend of contemporary design and updated drivetrain technology. Positioned alongside the Elegance X and Lux X derivatives, the Style X reflects the latest evolution of the C5 range while maintaining its focus on everyday usability and driving engagement. Exterior design …

Ask most buyers on the KZN North Coast whether they want to buy in an estate, and the answer is almost always yes. The appeal is intuitive – security, community, shared amenities, a managed environment. But intuition and data do not always align, and in a market where estate premiums are as pronounced as they …

There is a fleeting moment that determines the success of an over-the-counter pharmaceutical brand. It occurs every time a pharmacy professional makes a recommendation, whether at the dispensary counter or in the front shop. This moment happens thousands of times daily and lasts less than a second. This is the Recommendation Moment, a critical 0.7-second …

Women who strength train regularly have a 30% lower risk of cardiovascular-related death than those who don’t – nearly three times the benefit recorded in men doing the same exercise. (Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 2024) Women reach the same mortality benefit as men with less than half the exercise volume – 140 …

The world has changed enormously and in fundamental ways, affecting the world of work and what is expected from employees, who face their own challenges as salaries fail to keep up with the cost of living. Yet employee benefits do not address these issues, so South Africans are left carrying a “hidden tax” of cognitive …

Beyond Xenophobia: The Economic Pain Driving SA’s Migration Debate South Africa’s migration anger may be less about borders than personal debt, rising costs, and a shared household finance crisis. Every Africa Month, South Africa marks the African Union’s 63-year-old dream of shared sovereignty, shared prosperity, and a borderless continent, building together. Africa Day fell on …

Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is raising awareness of Tourette’s Syndrome, a neurological condition often misunderstood. Tourette’s Syndrome (TS) causes repeated, involuntary movements and sounds known as tics. It usually begins in childhood, most commonly between the ages of five and ten, and tends to affect boys more often than girls. While many …

ATG Digital has partnered with transport management solution (TMS) provider Transnova to bridge a long-standing gap in logistics operations – the disconnect between planned schedules and real-world site activity. This initiative combines real-time access data with transport planning and execution intelligence to enable a more connected, responsive supply chain. The integration enables verified access data …

At 15,000 rpm and 200km/h, there’s no room for guesswork. When superbikes thunder down the straight, every component must perform flawlessly. It’s not just about the rider’s skill. It’s also about the machine’s smallest parts. Victory is built on precision and, at the heart of this precision sits something no bigger than your little finger: …

In the year 2026, the traditional model of “learn once, work forever” is well and truly obsolete. Lifelong learning – the continuous pursuit of knowledge and skills throughout one’s career – is now an essential norm for success. Driven by rapid technological advancement, globalisation and economic disruption, professionals who embrace ongoing education thrive, while those …

The withdrawal of the Draft National AI Policy Framework shortly after its release, while unfortunate, can be viewed as among the best motivations to engage with the myriad AI risks and the need for such a framework. The Minister of Communications, Solly Malatsi, reported that the draft cited non-existent academic and legal sources, a failure …

Launch of Rosebank International puts spotlight on accredited private higher education as demand grows for equitable recognition of university status IIE Rosebank College has announced its transformation to Rosebank International. The development marks the next stage in the institution’s move towards full university status and places renewed focus on the role accredited private higher education …

The JAECOO J7 Super Hybrid System (SHS) expands the J7 lineup with an advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain that combines strong performance with impressive efficiency. Delivering a combined 255 kW and 525 N.m of torque through a smooth 3 DHT (Dedicated Hybrid Transmission), the J7 SHS offers confident performance while maintaining excellent fuel economy. Its 18.3 …

Golf is increasingly being recognised as one of the best sports for retirees. It provides a unique combination of physical exercise (golf carts optional!), mental stimulation, and (possibly most important) social interaction. On the KZN Mid-South Coast, retirees are embracing the sport across the region’s many golf courses – with a comprehensive Renishaw Hills Golfing …

Botswana is one of the most rewarding safari destinations on the African continent. It has massive wilderness areas, low tourist numbers compared to neighbouring countries, and a government that has prioritised conservation over mass tourism for decades. The result is a country where wildlife roams across huge tracts of unfenced land, and the experience of …

Buying your first place is a big step, and doing it in a city the size of Johannesburg can feel like a lot to take in. There are so many areas to pick from, prices that swing wildly from one suburb to the next, and a long list of things you need to sort out …