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Winter is loosening its grip on South Africa, and as the country edges towards its brighter months, Peachz wants people thinking about something easy to overlook: how they keep their devices charged. The local mobile accessories brand, which makes chargers, cables, car mounts, power banks and MagSafe products, reckons August is a practical time for …

With the 2026 academic year entering its second semester, RISE Student Living wants students and their families to know that securing a place near campus need not be a stressful ordeal. The company operates purpose-built Student Accommodation across four South African cities, offering university students a safe, fully furnished home within walking distance of their …

Getting paid promptly, and through the methods customers genuinely want to use, is a challenge that sits high on the priority list for many South African businesses heading through the back half of 2026. This is precisely the problem that Pay@, a South African payment solutions provider, has built its business around, linking billers to …

With WhatsApp rolling out usernames, WhatsApp users, and specifically businesses, are being urged to urgently reserve their own customised WhatsApp number. This is done in a similar manner to creating a unique website domain. While this feature is not yet available in South Africa, it is currently being tested on different platforms. “A WhatsApp unique …

Durban: Executives should understand where work is slowing down before deciding which AI platform—or combination of solutions—their organisation needs. By Arnold Muscat, Director of College Africa Group A CEO approves Microsoft Copilot licences for the management team. Another department starts experimenting with ChatGPT. Individual employees adopt additional AI tools they have discovered online. Six months …

For many South Africans, debt has quietly shifted from being a financial tool to becoming a means of simply staying afloat from month to month. “The greatest financial risk facing many South Africans is not that they have debt. It is that they are using debt to finance their current lifestyle rather than to build …

Reigning African Championships 1500m gold medalist Karabo More will join the Women’s Month celebrations when she toes the line at the iconic Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg on Sunday, 16 August 2026. Featuring both 5km and 10km events, the Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg welcomes everyone from elite athletes chasing victory to first-time participants and families enjoying …

NDOLA, ZAMBIA – A Zambian student from Ndola who achieved Grade One distinctions in all eight subjects on his 2024 School Certificate has secured admission to Beihang University in Beijing, China, to study Mechanical Engineering, but a remaining funding gap could affect his ability to take up the place. Mordecai Simumba is expected to begin …

As South Africa prepares for another national minimum wage increase in 2027, financial experts are cautioning that higher wages alone will not be enough to protect millions of households from mounting financial pressure. The National Minimum Wage Commission has opened the public participation process for the 2027 adjustment, with economists expecting the hourly minimum wage …

The original Recreational Activity Vehicle is back and ready for a new set of adventures. With the launch of the all-new Toyota RAV4, the team at Toyota South Africa Motors, together with Publicis Groupe Africa’s Studio One, set out to capture the vehicle’s spirit of freedom, capability and innovation in a light-hearted and engaging campaign. …

Boasting a 30:29 10km personal best, Kenya’s Brenda Kenei is excited to make her South African debut at the Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg on Sunday, 16 August 2026. “I’m excited to compete in South Africa for the first time, especially in a women’s-only race where I can celebrate alongside thousands of sports-loving women while chasing …

Kenya’s Daisilah Jerono celebrated her South African racing debut in style, claiming gold at the Totalsports Women’s Race Cape Town in 31:29, as she joined thousands of women in celebrating National Women’s Day on Sunday, 09 August 2026. Currently ranked No. 7 in the world for the half marathon in 2026, following her impressive 1:05:21 …

South Africa: As more South African professionals explore employment opportunities in Kuwait, understanding the visa process has become an important part of preparing for overseas employment. Among the key steps is knowing how to conduct a Kuwait work visa check online, allowing applicants to stay informed about the progress and status of their visa documentation. …

As women now account for nearly four in ten financed vehicle purchases, Weelee’s Head of Marketing, Sam Ghisleni, is championing a more human, transparent approach to buying pre-owned cars. For decades, South Africa’s automotive industry has largely been built around assumptions of the traditional car buyer. But today’s market tells a different story. Women are …

When someone in the family needs a doctor, scan, specialist or hospital procedure, healthcare cover quickly stops feeling like paperwork. It becomes a practical question: who pays, how much, and what happens if there’s a shortfall? For many consumers, the confusion starts with three terms that sound similar: medical aid, medical insurance and gap cover. …

The spirit of Christmas was alive and well at PinkDrive’s annual Christmas in July fundraiser dinner, recently held at the Indaba Hotel in Johannesburg. Twinkling fairy lights, festive décor, generous giving and heartfelt stories created an atmosphere of hope, reminding guests that the greatest gift anyone can give is the chance to save a life. …

Johannesburg, South Africa – In many township communities, everyday business still relies on cash, from buying food at a local stall to paying a hairdresser, church contribution or school fundraiser. For unemployed residents looking for practical ways to earn an income, the shift towards digital payments could create opportunities to support the small businesses and …

When COVID-19 emptied offices in 2020, remote work wasn’t a carefully designed workplace strategy. It was an emergency response. Kitchen tables became desks; meetings moved online, and businesses adapted faster than many thought possible. In the years that followed, flexibility became a defining feature of many workplaces. But for some, the pendulum is swinging back …

Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is encouraging women to learn the often subtle warning signs of a heart attack this National Women’s Day (9 August), as symptoms can differ significantly from those commonly experienced by men. Heart attack symptoms are not always what people expect. Most people still believe that a heart attack …

Over 200 coffee industry leaders from all over South Africa participated in Creative Coffee Events: Durban, presented by YOCO, from 28 to 30 July 2026,to rub shoulders and learn from some of the world’s leading coffee specialists. This included World Barista Champion 2025, Jack Simpson, world-renowned coffee and water scientist, Dara Santana, and other technical …

What began as a South African initiative has become one of the world’s fastest-growing ocean conservation movements, with 2026 the biggest celebration of MPA Day yet! Held annually on 1 August and now officially endorsed as a United Nations Ocean Decade Activity, this celebration of Marine Protected Areas (nature reserves of the sea) plays a …

Planning for the unexpected is never easy, but it is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones. When it comes to financial protection, many South Africans often ask: What is the difference between funeral cover and life cover, and do I need both? While these products are sometimes …

How reliable supply networks, strategic partnerships, and regional expertise are helping industrial businesses navigate uncertainty and support growth across Africa ~ By Nico Bezuidenhout, Director, The Lube Guys While technology, infrastructure, and logistics systems are essential components of supply chain resilience, one factor is frequently overlooked, and that is trust. Strong relationships between suppliers and customers …