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Staff Writer ·10 Apr 2026 South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signalled a push to reset strained ties with the US, backing plans by Washington’s new envoy to boost America’s corporate presence in the country. He has also welcomed “positive signals” on trade relations. The remarks, made at the American Chamber of Commerce in South Africa …
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture hosts National Creative bootcamp in Boksburg The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), in partnership with its entity, Business and Arts South Africa (BASA), is hosting the Debut Fund Programme Catalyst Bootcamp from 9 to 11 April 2026 at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in …
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week. Good news about petrol Traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz has been picking up over the past week, with the seven-day rolling average for transits last Friday reaching its highest level since the war started. More vessels are crossing, including those …
Staff Writer ·10 Apr 2026 Central Energy Fund (CEF) data for the end of the first full week of the month shows that motorists are still on the hook for a massive jump in pump prices in May, with an even bigger blow in store. According to the group’s snapshot data for 9 April 2026, …
The trade union Solidarity has called out fuel companies in South Africa over “excessive overhead charges” on petrol and diesel sales. The union claimed that certain fuel companies are adding up to R1 per litre for petrol and R3 per litre for diesel, impacting transporters and petrol stations across the country. Fuel companies were hit …
M-KOPA South Africa has published its inaugural South Africa Impact Report. The findings show that women are playing a leading role in the country’s digital inclusion, both as first-time smartphone users and as income earners within the company’s growing agent network. M-KOPA South Africa is the local subsidiary of the M-KOPA group, which has served …
Chery has resumed teasing the soon-to-arrive KP31 bakkie by previewing the interior of the concept shown in Australia in February. Bakkie onslaught Still to be officially named, the production KP31 will enter assembly near the end of the year, powered by a plug-in hybrid turbodiesel powertrain. Anticipated to go on sale in South Africa next …
The United States Mission to South Africa has hailed the arrival of the anti-HIV injection, Lenacapavir, as a testament to the power of international collaboration. The Mission welcomed nearly 38,000 doses of the drug commonly referred to as “Len”praising American innovation for its role in advancing global public health. The National Department of Health has …
Luke Fraser ·10 Apr 2026 South Africa’s corporate sector is facing extreme financial pressures, even as the latest data from Stats SA shows a year-on-year decline in the total number of liquidations. Stats SA data showed that the country recorded 135 closures in February 2026, up from 96 in January. However, this still was 3.6% …
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – Durban Tree Felling, a professional provider of tree felling services in Durban and surrounding areas, has announced the establishment of a dedicated operational team stationed daily in Tongaat. The initiative is designed to reduce response times and improve service efficiency for residential, agricultural and commercial clients in the northern region. Tongaat and …
South Africa’s defence industry is a story marred by contradiction. On one hand, private manufacturers like Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RDM) are capable of securing billions in export orders and reinvesting heavily in local production. While on the other hand, state-owned Denel remains a governance black hole, and the national arms-control bureaucracy in the form of …
Now in its 13th edition, the 2026 Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon Trail Run powered by BYD delivered two action-packed distances – 24km and 16km – on Friday, 10 April 2026, taking runners on an unforgettable journey through some of Table Mountain’s most breathtaking and dramatic terrain. The 24km route was designed for experienced trail runners, …
Rio Perfumes Announces Addition of New Stock to Online Store Johannesburg, South Africa – April 8, 2026 Rio Perfumes has updated its online store with new stock, expanding its product range available to customers across South Africa. The latest additions include a variety of fragrances and collections that reflect the brand’s ongoing effort to maintain …
Scottburgh Surf Lifesaving Club enjoyed an exceptional showing at the 2026 DHL Lifesaving South Africa Championships, held at Kings Beach in Gqeberha, from Thursday, 26 March to Wednesday, 1 April , where the club proudly secured 7th place overall against 22 of the country’s top lifesaving clubs. This national event, which is considered one of …
Johannesburg, South Africa – April 2026 As Winter Nears, Designer Pool Covers Highlights the Annual Shift in Pool Usage Across South Africa With cooler temperatures approaching, residential and commercial pool owners across South Africa are preparing for the seasonal slowdown in swimming activity. Designer Pool Covers, a national supplier of custom pool cover solutions, notes …
A new report by McKinsey & Company has identified six critical forces that will shape the future profitability of banks […]
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Events Guys Supports BW Productions in Launching Customary Rewards Program Johannesburg, South Africa – April 8, 2026 — Events Guys, a leading events management and logistics coordination company, has partnered with BW Productions to facilitate the rollout of BW Productions’ new customary rewards program. The collaboration reflects both companies’ shared commitment to enhancing client engagement and …
BW Productions Announces Landmark Collaboration with MXD at Ultra South Africa 2026 Johannesburg, South Africa — April 8, 2026 — BW Productions, a leading South African multimedia production company, has announced a new collaboration with MXD Official that will debut at Ultra South Africa 2026. The partnership marks a significant creative convergence between two of the …
Cape Town, South Africa — 10 April 2026 – Acclaimed South African singer-songwriter Steve Louw returns with a powerful new single, “Across The River,” offering listeners a deeply evocative preview of his forthcoming album, Traces of the Flood, set for release on 15 May 2026. “Across The River” is a slow-burning, emotionally resonant track that …
Editor: Before you read, on consider this – we are all ‘gatvol’ of the ever increasing costs of electricity. If Eskom can reliably demonstrate that the building of nuclear plants will put a stop to rising electricity costs then this time around this initiative will probably succeed. Read this – What it Costs Eskom to …
For many in South Africa, the jump from a standard suburban home to a fully independent “Smart Home” feels overwhelming and expensive. The secret to success is a phased approach. You don’t need to do everything at once; you just need to ensure that every step you take is compatible with the next. Here is …
Malcolm Libera ·9 Apr 2026 Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has reiterated his department’s clampdown on non-compliant contractors, with 52 already blacklisted, and more are likely to follow. Speaking in an interview with HOT1027FM, Macpherson said the government’s blacklisting of 52 companies is part of a much broader effort to clean up public …
Unlike the electric Ora 03, the 05 will have a combustion engine option, though, it remains to be seen whether it will be hybridised or not. Revealed in February, Great Wall Motors (GWM) has confirmed that the relaunching of the Ora brand in South Africa will be spearheaded by the new Ora 05. No more …
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the often-overlooked impact nicotine use can have on sleep quality and overall well-being. Nicotine is a stimulant found in cigarettes, cigars, hubbly-bubbly, and most e-cigarettes and vaping devices. It is highly addictive and works directly on the brain’s reward system. Once in the bloodstream, …