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SoftwareOne named a Customers’ Choice in Gartner® Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Software Asset Management Managed Services Customers highlight SoftwareOne’s expertise and service quality in independent Gartner survey South Africa – SoftwareOne, a leading software and cloud solutions provider, announced that it has been recognised as a Customers’ Choice in the Gartner® Peer …

Seasoned CFO and long-standing GENRIC leader steps up to the helm, succeeding co-founder MC du Toit after two decades of entrepreneurial leadership Werner Strydom has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of GENRIC Insurance Company, effective 1 May 2026, subject to the necessary regulatory notifications and approvals. Werner succeeds MC du Toit, who co-founded GENRIC 20 …

Active ageing is a growing trend, whereby retirees prioritise their health through sports and recreational activities that keep them moving. On the KZN Mid-South Coast, walking is an increasingly popular group activity with retirees taking advantage of the region’s natural assets for physical fitness, mental clarity, and stress relief. “We’ve seen a significant rise in …

After more than twelve years of caring for patients in Sandton, Dr Andrew Sidelsky has officially launched Sky Dental Clinic Sandton, a new chapter for the practice previously known as Thinc Sandton. Sky Dental Clinic Sandton carries forward the same dentists, the same support team, and the same patient first philosophy that earned the practice …

Petshop Science & Montego Pet Nutrition set GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for largest donation of?pet food in 24 hours A new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the largest donation of?pet food in 24 hours period was set at the Bloem Show by Petshop Science and Montego Pet Nutrition. Driven by strong public support at the …

With the rising cost of fuel, electricity and groceries, South Africans are increasingly looking for ways to stretch their budgets without compromising their health. While many households are cutting back, one everyday pantry staple continues to deliver exceptional value for money, but it often goes overlooked: the humble cup of rooibos tea. According to Mbali …

Ready to deliver a meaningful Women’s Month celebration in August 2026, the iconic Totalsports Women’s Race is proud to continue its longstanding partnership with PinkDrive as the official charity of the 2026 series. Taking place in Durban (2 August), Cape Town (9 August) and Johannesburg (16 August), the event once again shines a spotlight on …

The 3rd edition of the Ocean Festival Lifesaving Carnival delivered an action-packed showcase of skill and expertise at Scottburgh Main Beach on Friday, 1 May, with competitors across all age groups rising to the challenge of dynamic ocean conditions on home ground. As one of the opening highlights of Ocean Festival 2026 – taking place …

Scottburgh Main Beach delivered the perfect stage for an unforgettable showdown this weekend as rising surfing stars took to the water for the inaugural Schools Tag Team Surf Contest on Friday, 1 May 2026. In a standout performance, Surfers Not Street Children claimed a well-earned victory, outsurfing strong local contenders to secure first place in …

Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh welcomed more than 200 runners for the first-ever Crocworld Trail Run on Sunday, 26 April 2026. Hosted in partnership with KZN Trail Running, the event treated runners to 5km, 10km, and 20km routes, with David Lamont (1:35:37) taking first place in the long course, and Romy Wenzel (1:41:04) taking the …

The 4th Leatherback Rum Aliwal Shoal Surfski Challenge delivered a thrilling conclusion to Ocean Festival 2026 on Sunday, 3 May. Multiple World Champion, Hank McGregor, and World Champion medallist, Keegan Vogt – both Ballito locals – powered to a commanding victory in the doubles race. In the singles category, Verne Vogt – Keegan’s father – …

South Africa doesn’t have a mentorship shortage. If anything, there’s no lack of people willing to offer advice. What we do have is a shortage of people prepared to genuinely invest — to open up their world, share their networks, and back someone who doesn’t yet have the access to back themselves. That distinction matters …

One lucky runner will celebrate the 9th running of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K on Sunday, 12 July 2026, by driving home in a brand-new Chery vehicle valued at R279 900. As the proud Vehicle Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series since 2022, Chery South Africa has already rewarded eighteen fortunate …

JOHANNESBURG, April 2026. When Starbucks launched its first store on African soil ten years ago, Kabelo Jori was just beginning his own journey behind the bar. This month, those two stories meet. Rwanda is not a random stop on the coffee map. Starbucks has been buying here since 2004, a decade after the 1994 genocide. …

The world is not heading somewhere new. It is arriving somewhere Africa has always been. The question is whether it will have the honesty to acknowledge that. For decades, the term ‘emerging markets’ has carried within it a quiet condescension. It implies a hierarchy, a linear march of development in which some economies lead and …

Johannesburg, South Africa: Alora Medical (Pty) Ltd today announced that RespiPEP Theravance is now available online. Customers can order the respiratory support device via Amazon, Clicks, and the Van Heerden Pharmacy website. RespiPEP Theravance uses Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) therapy, a proven Respiratory Therapy method, to help keep airways open during exhalation. This supports easier …

Durban: As artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot become more widely used in the workplace, many organisations are seeing a significant increase in productivity. However, alongside these benefits, a growing risk is emerging — incorrect Excel outputs that appear accurate. In many corporate environments, Excel remains a core tool for financial reporting, HR analysis, …