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In a province where townships and rural enterprises continue to serve as catalysts of economic activity, KwaZulu-Natal’s entrepreneurial landscape is increasingly shaped by the resilience, innovation and determination of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). These businesses play a critical role in stimulating local economies, creating employment opportunities and strengthening community development, particularly within underserved …

At a time of heightened geopolitical tension, much of the global focus has been on fragmentation — shifting alliances, disrupted trade routes and growing regional instability. Less attention has been paid to the steady deepening of economic ties between the Gulf and Africa. Recent developments suggest that the relationship is gaining weight. In January 2026, …

Subaru South Africa and VOX Weather partner to drive all-weather confidence with the Crosstrek Subaru Southern Africa is proud to announce a partnership with VOX Weather, one of South Africa’s fastest-growing and most trusted online weather forecasting platforms. This collaboration brings together advanced meteorological insight and Subaru’s renowned engineering to highlight the marque’s core promise: …

When Charl Theron arrived on the property three kilometres outside Franschhoek village on the R45 Main Road, in June 2023, there was no hotel. There was a working craft brewery, Hey Joe Brewing Co., which had been drawing visitors to the site since around 2018, and beyond it, the early stages of a construction project …

South Africans are working harder but falling behind as living costs outpace income. This Workers’ Day, Sebastien Alexanderson highlights the need for smarter money management and scalable income streams. 1 May 2026: It’s Workers’ Day, and South Africans are not just feeling pressure at work; they are feeling it everywhere their money touches. At the …

In today’s fast-evolving world, education is no longer limited to textbooks and exams. It is about building confidence, nurturing creativity, and preparing students for real-life challenges. This is where Choithram International School (CIS Freetown) stands out among the best schools in Sierra Leone, offering a holistic approach that transforms students from learners into confident individuals. …

By De Wet Joubert, Operations and Strategic Projects Director, RS South Africa As rail companies seek to enhance cost efficiencies, implementing a robust strategy for both planned and unplanned maintenance is crucial to improving the bottom line. This is especially important in South Africa, where the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has indicated …

What is a Media Monitoring Service? A media monitoring service is an essential tool for organisations, brands, and public figures that systematically tracks and gathers mentions of specific keywords, names, or topics across various media platforms. By analysing traditional channels like print newspapers and television broadcasts, alongside digital sources including news websites, blogs, and social …

Customer experience moves to the centre of business strategy As markets remain competitive and customers grow less tolerant of friction, 2025 marked a clear shift in how organisations think about customer experience (CX) – particularly in business-to-business environments. According to Grant Phillips, Group CEO of e4, customer experience has evolved from a functional concern into …

Finding out that your child has been diagnosed with Autism can bring up a lot of emotions at once. Relief that there is finally an explanation for what you have been observing. Worry about what comes next. Questions about schooling, therapy, and how to give your child the best possible chance at a full and …

Money moves constantly. Every time a customer pays a bill, buys a product, or settles a monthly account, there is a system working behind the scenes to make that transaction happen. Most people never think about it until something goes wrong. A payment fails, a transfer takes three days to reflect, or a business cannot …

Most people drink coffee every day but never think about how the brewing method shapes the final cup. Switching from a basic drip machine to a manual method can completely change the flavour, body, and aroma of the same bag of beans. The good news is that none of these methods are difficult to learn, …

Matcha has gone from a niche Japanese tea to a global phenomenon in just a few years. Coffee shops stock it, health influencers promote it, and grocery stores now carry multiple brands on their shelves. But not all matcha is created equal, and the difference between a good product and a bad one is enormous. …

Chai has a history that stretches back thousands of years across the Indian subcontinent. What started as a medicinal spiced brew has become one of the most popular drinks in cafes worldwide. But the version most people know, a sweet, milky, spiced latte, barely scratches the surface of what chai can be. What Chai Actually …

The coffee scene in South Africa has grown rapidly over the past decade. What was once a market dominated by instant coffee and generic supermarket blends has shifted toward something far more exciting. Small-batch roasters, single-origin selections, and specialty blends are now part of everyday conversations among coffee lovers across the country. Why Freshly Roasted …

Short-term cash strain hits many households in ways that are hard to plan for, and formal credit options are often slow or out of reach. Using a paid-off vehicle as collateral has become one of the more direct ways to release funds without losing access to the car itself. The mechanics confuse a lot of …

If you have ever stood in a supermarket aisle looking at a product with a small symbol on the packaging and wondered what it means, you are not alone. That symbol is often a Kosher mark, and it carries a lot more meaning than most people realise. For some shoppers, it is a religious requirement. …

By Ian Wood, CEO of Alefbet Collections and Recoveries Empathetic collections is often misunderstood as being “soft” on debt. It is not. At its best, it is a disciplined, commercially focused debt recovery strategy that combines respectful human engagement with strong compliance, clear processes and realistic repayment solutions that customers can sustain. In the current …

As Nelson Mandela Month approaches, Bata South Africa is calling on businesses to help tackle a silent barrier to education in rural KZN and Gauteng: the lack of proper school shoes. For more than 2.8 million learners in rural communities, the journey to school is long, unsafe, and often done barefoot. Shoes are shared between …

JAECOO J5 HEV achieved 3.7L/100km fuel consumption and 1,068.6km range in real-world testing. South Africa placed 3rd out of 9 countries in the global long-distance hybrid test. Results highlight the J5 HEV’s ability to outperform its claimed efficiency in everyday driving conditions. OMODA & JAECOO South Africa claimed third place in the global JAECOO HEV …

By Guy Stehlik, Founder and CEO of BON Hotels President Cyril Ramaphosa recently called tourism the jewel in South Africa’s crown. He is right. It is a jewel. However, somebody needs to ask the obvious question. Who has been doing the polishing? Africa’s Travel Indaba turns forty this year and Minister of Tourism Patricia de …

Scottburgh’s world-class surf break hosts the Schools Tag Team Surf Contest and Surf Pro this long weekend. Two surfing events are key programme additions to this year’s Ocean Festival 2026, showcasing the region’s rising stars and established talent at Scottburgh Main Beach this long weekend (1 to 3 May). Upcoming surfers will get their time …