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The locally-built Mahindra Pik Up has become a mainstay on the list of best-selling bakkies in South Africa, and is quickly becoming a favourite in the country. Last month, Mahindra sold just shy of 2,000 new vehicles in South Africa; more than half, or 1,003, of these were Pik Up models. Earlier this year, Mahindra …
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated after publication to clarify the wording around the diplomatic demarche. PRETORIA – The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has moved to demarche the United States ambassador to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III, over what it described as “undiplomatic remarks”. The remarks include comments he made …
Malcolm Libera ·12 Mar 2026 The conflict in the Middle East has caused major shipping and port delays, which is bad news for two of South Africa’s towns whose ports are vital hubs in the country’s logistics network and economy. The escalating conflict in the Middle East is creating major disruptions for global shipping, and …
Luke Fraser ·12 Mar 2026 South African law enforcement authorities and the Multichoice Group have cracked down on illegal internet streaming operations in the Western Cape. The action has resulted in arrests, seizures and multiple court convictions linked to illegal internet streaming operations in the province. The efforts form part of Multichoice and its Irdeto …
Please find English soundbite by Andrew de Blocq MP. A slew of arrests of alleged high-profile wildlife traffickers must send shockwaves through criminal syndicates in South Africa. The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes these recent arrests and prosecutions linked to rhino horn trafficking and theft, which demonstrate the growing effectiveness of coordinated law enforcement efforts against …
Luke Fraser ·12 Mar 2026 Capitec has overshot its Smart ID launch branches, opening 30 instead of the planned 13 for the first week of the project with the Department of Home Affairs. DHA Minister Leon Schreiber noted that 34 new bank branches across South Africa will now offer Smart ID services, including in the …
12 March 2026 – Wits University Innovators invited to build the future of transport in South Africa’s busiest province. The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), in partnership with the Network for Global Innovation (NGIN), Start-Up Culture, and Wits University’s Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, announces the Gauteng instalment of the National CleanTech Innovation Challenge (NCIC) 2026, with …
Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn Enter fullscreen mode displaying this image.Expand Police and fishery control officers placed the vessels, owned by Shenzhen Shuiwan Pelagic Fisheries, under guard at the Port of Cape Town. Picture: 123RF / 123mn South Africa has intercepted four Chinese-flagged …
Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht has stated that the company is working on training its Checkers Sixty60 delivery riders to address concerns that motorists have about their driving behaviour. In a recent interview with eNCA, Engelbrecht said that these concerns are partly due to motorists’ driving habits, as many South Africans don’t drive defensively. “South Africa doesn’t …
The renewed agreement strengthens a relationship that continues to play an important role in the country’s rugby landscape. Through this partnership, Engen backs the Springboks on the global stage while investing in initiatives that grow the game and expand access to rugby within local communities. SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer welcomed the continued collaboration, highlighting …
If you want to understand the next decade, do not start with summit communiqués. Start with the places where power is stress-tested. The Munich Security Conference (MSC) has become one of those places: a stage where alliances are renegotiated, red lines are signalled and the boundary between ‘security’ and ‘economy’ is deliberately erased It produces …
The Institute for Economic Justice says 75% of reported fraud cases have involved government employees, contractors or officials
More than 200 million people speak some form of Swahili. The world’s most powerful AI speaks it poorly. The reasons […]
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The Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon has announced BYD as its Official Presenting Sponsor in a landmark collaboration that will see one of the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturers Power one of South Africa’s most iconic endurance events. “This is a proud and exciting moment for us as we welcome BYD as Presenting Sponsor of the …
Specifically engineered for tight spaces, the Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 is the world’s smallest smart switch. Its ultra-compact size makes it the ideal solution for South African 2×4 or 4×4 wall boxes, where space is often at a premium. With households scrambling to save money on electricity costs ahead of Eskom’s looming price hike many …
With households scrambling to save money on electricity costs ahead of Eskom’s looming price hike many are turning to Solar Systems as a solution. The concerns with Solar are mainly around cost to install and speed of installation. The principle around saving electricity is a simple one; “If you can measure it, you can manage …
Poverty in South Africa has reached crisis levels. Statistics reveal structural failures that demand urgent, coordinated action — not rhetoric — if dignity, democracy and social stability are to survive. Recent statistics released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) indicate that poverty in South Africa has worsened to the proportions of a national emergency. According …
Is tourism South Africa’s economic lifeline, bringing jobs and billions into the country, or is it slowly eroding local lifestyles and pricing residents out of their own communities? J Sbu painted the following picture: A German couple lands at OR Tambo. They hire a car, sleep in a guesthouse, eat at a local restaurant, book …
A major opportunity has just opened for unemployed youth across South Africa. Motus, one of the country’s largest automotive groups, is recruiting young people for its 12-month YES Programme. No experience is required — only Matric and motivation. But the application deadline is 13 March 2026, and positions are limited. Motus Retail is recruiting unemployed …
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Positioning itself as a trusted, agile supplier of high-quality lubricants and petroleum solutions to key sectors including mining, manufacturing, and heavy industry, The Lube Guys is also strengthening its footprint across Africa. Established in 2014 by Director Nico Bezuidenhout, the company has grown from a one-man operation into a dynamic, cross-border supply partner serving customers …
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Many South Africans believe financial problems come from major expenses like cars or home loans, but experts say the real damage often comes from small everyday spending. Research shows over 75% of South Africans run out of money before month end, while more than 40% rely on credit for basic living costs, as subscriptions, delivery …
The Fête de la Musique was created in 1982 at the initiative of Jack Lang, then French Minister of Culture. Thanks to the vibrant and global French cultural network, the Fête de la Musique has expanded internationally and continues to grow exponentially. In South Africa, the first Fête de la Musique was took place in …