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South Africa’s unemployment rate dropped to the lowest level in more than five years in the fourth quarter, as the community and social services and construction sectors added workers. The jobless rate declined to 31.4% in the three months through December, from 31.9% in the prior quarter, according to data released by Statistics South Africa …
Johannesburg, South Africa – Vaper’s Corner, a leading authority in South Africa’s vaping community, has published an extensive resource detailing the complete toolkit needed for consistent, high-quality coil building results. The guide, titled “The Complete Toolkit: Everything You Need to Build Perfect Coils,” addresses how proper equipment and quality supplies fundamentally impact building outcomes, helping …
On 12 February 2026 the Executive Director was invited by the Speaker of the South African National Assembly, the Honourable Angela Thokozile Didiza, to be one of her guests at President Ramaphosa’s SONA address. The Honourable Angela Thokozile Didiza presided over the proceedings. SONA is a joint sitting of the two Houses of Parliament and …
On 11 February 2026, the British High Commission hosted a pre-SONA event that attracted over 763 guests, including leaders, diplomats, policymakers, and collaborators. This gathering aimed to foster meaningful dialogue and cooperation, focused on enhancing UK–South Africa relations. The evening featured engaging discussions, strengthened connections, and a shared vision for the year ahead. The Executive …
Directors and partners frequently balance court appearances, client consultations, and firm management responsibilities whilst facing traditional payment approval processes that require physical office presence. Lexpro Systems, a South African legal technology provider, examines how web-based payment approval functionality addresses operational bottlenecks in legal practice financial management. Traditional Payment Approval Constraints Legal practices operate within tight …
A new report, Policy to Power: Ten actions to deliver green, accessible and secure electricity, released this week by the South Africa Electricity Traders Association and produced by Krutham, argues that reform is no longer about drafting laws. It is about sequencing, accountability and political will. The report lays out 10 concrete actions that the …
Staff Writer ·17 Feb 2026 The Department of Social Development has confirmed the extension of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, keeping the monthly payout at R370 until March 2027 until its new successor is finalised. This follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement during his State of the Nation Address (SONA) that the grant would …
Toyota’s luxury sub-brand Lexus is gearing up to launch its first fully-electric car in South Africa – the RZ. The RZ is set to release in South Africa in early 2026, and while the carmaker has yet to announce the official release date, our sources at Duoporta Vehicle Information Specialists have managed to uncover the …
South Africa’s status as this region’s industrial anchor and lead global diplomat continues to slip. Wobbling economic development, alongside bruised foreign relations, presages a re-reckoning with a world busy reconfiguring itself. Last year Morocco became Africa’s top auto manufacturer. Stalled by high costs tracing to infrastructure mismanagement, South Africa’s momentum for a supportive industrial ecosystem …
South Africa’s official unemployment rate decreased by 0.5 percentage points from 31.9% in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025 to 31.4% in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2025. This is according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the fourth quarter of 2025 conducted by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). The results show an …
The latest fuel price recovery data for mid-February shows that petrol and diesel prices are set to increase in March, with diesel users being hit particularly hard. New data from Central Energy Fund shows that the under-recovery for diesel prices has deepened while petrol prices have also dipped into the negatives. Petrol is now lined …
Staff Writer ·17 Feb 2026 South Africa’s unemployment rate has dropped by 0.5 percentage points in the final quarter of 2025, to 31.4% from 31.9% in the previous quarter. However, the country has added 2.6 million people to the number of unemployed over the past ten years, with shocking levels of youth unemployment persisting. According …
Luke Fraser ·17 Feb 2026 The Pantry is expanding rapidly, with the Marble Hospitality Group opening more of the ultra-luxury stores across the country. The third Pantry store opened in Bassonia, south of Johannesburg, adding to the existing permanent stores in Rosebank, Johannesburg, and Hazelwood, Pretoria, which opened in October last year. The new store …
South Africa had 55 registered remittance service providers as of 2024, with the Sarb currently considering expanding legislative definitions. Migrants from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have been sending billions back to their countries of origin. The South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) confirmed over R100 billion had been transferred out of South Africa using …
Today’s partial solar eclipse will be visible from SA. Here’s what you need to know! South Africa (17 February 2026) – A partial solar eclipse will be visible from large parts of the country today. That’s when the moon moves between the earth and the sun, partially covering it and creating an interesting spectacle to …
US President Donald Trump’s pick for ambassador to South Africa, conservative activist and writer Leo Brent Bozell III, has arrived in the country, where he will seek to improve fraught ties between the two states. An embassy official told Reuters on Monday that Bozell had arrived. He is expected to present his credentials to President …
Your garage takes up a big chunk of the front of your house. In many homes, it is the first thing people see when they pull into the driveway. That means the condition and style of your garage door has a direct impact on how your property looks from the street. But looks are only …
Putting together an event sounds simple until you actually try to do it. There are a hundred moving parts, from booking the right venue to making sure the sound system does not cut out halfway through a presentation. Whether it is a corporate conference, a product launch, a wedding, or a music festival, the amount …
There is a reason people sleep better in hotels. It is not just the mattress or the quiet room. A lot of it comes down to the linen. The sheets feel crisp. The pillows are firm but soft. The towels are thick and absorbent. That kind of comfort does not happen by accident. It comes …
Clinical rotations represent a pivotal stage in medical education, where theoretical learning is tested in real clinical settings. For African medical students aspiring to build international careers, particularly in healthcare systems such as the UK or the US, the choice of clinical training environment can play a decisive role in shaping professional readiness. As global …
Bring the thrill of incredible savings this month with the Samsung Blue Tag Sale1. Running from 19 January to 23 February 2026, this limited-time promotion offers the perfect opportunity to spoil loved ones, or treat yourself, with award-winning Samsung innovations and unforgettable tech experiences. Samsung’s Best in Entertainment Transform your movie nights into a cinematic …
By Reinier van Loggerenberg, CEO, Craft Homes As South Africa heads into another national Budget cycle, much of the public conversation will focus on ambition: growth targets, reform pledges and infrastructure commitments. These all matter, but in residential property, confidence is built slowly. From where we sit as a residential developer, 2026 is shaping up …
Reinforcing its role as a strategic partner to the mining sector at a time of rapid transformation across Africa and emerging markets, Zutari will once again take part in African Mining Indaba 2026 from 9 to 12 February at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Recognised as the continent’s premier platform for shaping mining’s future, …
By Nhlanhla Zondo, Sales Director, Power Process Systems (PPS) Across much of the African continent, power and control infrastructure does not fail because it is poorly designed. It fails because it is too often designed for ideal conditions that simply do not exist. Engineers and operators are required to work within an environment shaped by …