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MDNtv has achieved a significant milestone after being named Online Media House of the Year at the North West Media Awards. The ceremony, held in partnership with North West University, brought together leading media organisations, journalists, academics, and industry experts to celebrate excellence in storytelling and public interest reporting. MDNtv makes history winning Online Media …
Johannesburg — 08 December 2025, The West Rand District Municipality (WRDM) has achieved a noteworthy governance milestone, receiving its second consecutive unqualified audit opinion with no material findings from the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) for the 2024/25 financial year. This outcome, commonly referred to as a clean audit, demonstrates that the municipality’s financial statements …
Samsung made history at Loftus Versfeld on 29 November, delivering the world’s first stadium crowd cam captured entirely on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. The live demonstration formed part of Samsung’s partnership with SA Rugby and the Vodacom URC, and highlighted the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s powerful camera capabilities, reinforcing Samsung’s drive to push mobile innovation …
The Sapphire Coast is gearing up for another unforgettable festive season, with an exciting line-up of beach activities, family events, charity drives, and markets throughout December. Sapphire Coast Tourism is inviting locals and visitors to join in the holiday magic, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the region’s spectacular coastline. Romy Wenzel of Sapphire Coast …
Members of Parliament have intensified scrutiny of the Public Investment Corporation’s handling of its investment in MetroFibre Networx, focusing on a R1.4 billion legal indemnity issued to the company and the proposed buyback of shares held by black-owned investment vehicle Levoca 805. During a sitting of the Standing Committee on Finance, ATM president and committee member Vuyo Zungula questioned …
As SA prepares for its annual December holiday boom, the South African National Bottled Water Association (SANBWA) is calling for renewed commitment to recycling and responsible disposal of plastic packaging, particularly PET beverage bottles, which see a sharp spike in consumption and littering over the festive period. With national travel increasing and temperatures rising, bottled …
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a scathing attack on the South African government, defending Washington’s decision to exclude the country from deliberations for the 2026 G20, which will be hosted by the United States. Last week, the US sent invitations to all G20 members except South Africa to attend the… Kruger National …
The return on investment for those buying into well-run retirement estates has proven to be significant on the KZN Mid-South Coast – but the ‘return on lifestyle’ is possibly the biggest drawcard for many. From Blue Flag beaches and outdoor activities to social events and community living, retirees are discovering the benefits of a quality …
The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) conveys its unwavering solidarity with the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) and thousands of metalworkers who today march to the Office of the Presidency to demand urgent state intervention to stop the destruction of South Africa’s smelting and metals sector. We fully support this …
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse will set the stage alight with an unforgettable performance at Umuzi Teater, Lake Umuzi -Secunda. Renowned for his timeless Afri-Soul sound and iconic musical legacy, this living legend promises an evening filled with rhythm, nostalgia, and pure South African magic Fans can look forward to classics that have shaped generations, delivered with the …
The latter half of 2025 has seen two multi-billion-rand initial public offerings (IPOs) on the JSE. Optasia (previously Channel VAS) raised R6.5 billion in November, while Cell C’s debut on the market saw R2.7 billion raised. The latter was far lower than its original R7.7 billion target. Still, the last major listing prior to these …
Following four fantastic years as the Title Sponsor of the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon, Totalsports – South Africa’s largest sporting goods retail brand – has confirmed the re-signing as Title Sponsor of the iconic Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM) for another five years. “Totalsports’ decision to extend their Title Sponsorship for another five years is …
Bafana Bafana’s straight-talking coach Hugo Broos did not mince his words when analysing his team’s 2026 Fifa World Cup group. The Belgian said it would be “difficult” for South Africa to seize control of Group A. Bafana Bafana will play the opening game of the tournament, against World Cup co-hosts Mexico on 11 June. Also …
Andy Iverson; “In a country where mobile data is increasingly affordable and smartphones are in nearly every pocket; traditional radios are no longer the only way people are tuning in to programmes.” South African brands and companies that rely solely on traditional media are leaving audience, influence, and revenue on the table. Live streaming platforms …
Staff Writer ·8 Dec 2025 A landmark ruling from the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has confirmed that homeowners, bodies corporate and those in residential schemes can bypass the Community Schemes and Ombud Service (CSOS) and take their disputes directly to court. According to Johlene Wasserman, Director of Community Schemes and Compliance at Sandton-based law …
Speech by the Minister of Tourism, Patricia De Lille, Qantas-Perth-Johannesburg Launch at Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa Hon. Minister Don for Trade and Tourism in Australia Farrell Minister, Hon. Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition of South Africa, Parks Tau, Australian High Commissioner Tegan Brink, Qantas Chief Risk Officer, Andrew Monaghan, Qantas Regional Manager Africa, …
Staff Writer ·8 Dec 2025 Power utility Eskom says it has finalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with smelters in the country, which opens a path to preventing the loss of thousands of jobs in the ferrochrome sector. Eskom said it signed the MoU with Samancor Chrome and the Glencore–Merafe Chrome Venture, following engagements with …
South Africa’s energy regulator has been given until 5 May to finalise all municipal tariff applications, and municipalities must submit their applications by 20 March each year. This is according to new court-imposed annual timelines for the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) — a ruling civil rights organisation AfriForum has welcomed. “AfriForum achieved …
DStv subscriber George Pietersen has launched an online petition titled Save our DStv channels from cancellation after MultiChoice warned that it could lose up to 12 channels from Warner Bros. Discovery. This comes after Canal+-owned MultiChoice notified customers that negotiations to renew a distribution agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery had deadlocked. The agreement expires on …
As an Official Partner for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, Danone, a global leader in nutrition has joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in successfully delivering an impactful Nutrition Workshop Activation on the sidelines of the CAF African Schools Football Championship – COSAFA Qualifiers, held from 5–7 December 2025 at …
WASHINGTON, December 5, 2025 – The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD) today priced its latest outcome bond, […]
African-based provider of satellite communication solutions, Q-KON Pty, Ltd., has reached a tripartite strategic alliance agreement with Beijing Guodian High-Tech Technology Co., Ltd. (Guodian Gaoke), and China StarWin Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (StarWin) to offer Internet of Things (IoT) services supported by the Tianqi Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Constellation in South Africa. Under the …
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Associate Professor Zarina Patel, a leading scholar in urban sustainability and environmental governance at the University of Cape Town (UCT), has been elected to the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf). She joins 45 of the country’s most distinguished researchers in the 2025 intake, with UCT contributing 20% of this year’s cohort. Associate Professor Patel’s …