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Every time you reach for a bottle of water, you make a simple assumption that what is inside is safe, properly tested and exactly what the label says it is. For the past 26 years, Charlotte Metcalf has worked to make sure that assumption is justified. As CEO of the South African National Bottled Water …

By Nosiyabonga Mgudlwa Mongane, Chief Quantity Surveyor Women’s participation in the global workforce has grown steadily over the past few decades, largely because of greater access to education. Yet, despite this progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in senior leadership positions across many industries, including the built environment. South Africa has one of the world’s most …

(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From July 21 to 26, the 41st Luanda International Fair (FILDA 2026) was successfully held in Luanda, the capital of Angola. Far more than an auto show, FILDA, the nation’s largest and most important international business event, offered Changan Automobile an important platform to reaffirm its enduring commitment to the Angolan market. Together …

BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa – South African mattress manufacturer Mr Mattress has published buying guidance for the hospitality sector, and put an unusual commitment at the centre of it: its written warranties apply identically to hotels, lodges and guest properties, with no commercial-use exclusions. “Commercial-use exclusions are one of the bedding industry’s quietest escape hatches,” says …

When the gun goes off at Clearwater Mall on Saturday, 22 August 2026, organisers are hoping for their biggest field yet, with a target of 3 500 runners across three distances. Now in its 12th year, the race is once again being run in partnership with Panorama Running Club, on a route that has become …

I like to joke with the ladies from BELA (Built Environment Ladies Association) that I am their token male just to balance out their mission. August being Women’s Month, BELA President Sue Parkin and her committee presented their annual Women’s Event last night at Astro Paints on Willow Road. This year was the third year …

Cape Town, South Africa – Hyperclear Tech Group’s ICT manager, Al-Ridhaa Khan, says the OpenAI and Hugging Face incident shows that responsible AI must govern not only what a model says, but also what it can see, reach and do. “At first glance, the OpenAI and Hugging Face security incident reads like a story about …

Johannesburg, South Africa – Hospital groups running SAP ECC6 face a deadline that has so far been treated as an IT issue, but the bigger risk lies in records governance, according to Brad Dallas, Managing Director of Metrofile. Mainstream maintenance for SAP ECC6 ends 31 December 2026 for organisations on earlier enhancement packs, and 31 …

Nottingham Road, KZN, South Africa: Livestock farmers who have kept careful vaccination records in a notebook for years may find they can no longer issue proof of vaccination from them. The control measures relating to outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease, published in Government Gazette 54972 on 8 July 2026 under section 9(1) of the Animal Diseases …

Why crisis readiness has become the defining test of corporate resilience in Africa – By Oti Egwu Every executive I speak with across Africa agrees that a crisis could strike their organization. Far fewer can tell me what would happen in the first sixty minutes if it did: who speaks, what they say, on whose …

The success of the inaugural Renishaw Solstice Race has created a lasting legacy beyond the finish line. The event, held on 20 June 2026 at Crocworld Conservation & Adventure Centre within Renishaw Coastal Precinct, brought hundreds of athletes to this stunning Scottburgh trail adventure. Together with the event host, Scottburgh Cycling Club, title sponsor Renishaw …

Scottburgh’s Crocworld Adventure & Conservation Centre welcomed some of KZN’s best runners on Saturday, 25 July, hosting the Ugu Cross Country Championships. The event showcased the exceptional athletic talent while highlighting Crocworld’s growing status as one of the KZN South Coast’s premier outdoor adventure destinations. “It was a great day, and it was a joy …

Toughness is inherent to all South Africans and South Africans know what’s needed when there’s tough to be done. The Toyota Hilux has become ingrained in communities’ everyday lives and is a testament to the toughness, reliability, strength, and grit that see South Africans rise above their challenges. Inspired by everyday South Africans, Publicis Groupe …

South African brand and communications agency Penquin has been appointed by award-winning premium gin brand Ginologist, marking another significant addition to the agency’s growing portfolio of iconic South African brands and further strengthening its presence in the food, beverage and lifestyle sector. The partnership will see Penquin support Ginologist’s next phase of growth, helping to …

Warranty Extender offers South African car owners a simple way to extend their vehicle’s service plan once the factory cover runs out — with fixed monthly premiums, four scheduled services, and no surprises. Western Cape — For most South African car owners, the day the factory service plan expires is the day motoring gets expensive. …

Seventy years ago, more than 20,000 South African women marched to the Union Buildings, united by courage, conviction and hope for a better future. Their actions on 9 August 1956 became a defining moment in our history. They showed what can happen when women stand together, use their voices and reject the limits placed on …

Publicis Groupe Africa has appointed Jarred Trembath as Head of Influential, Sub-Saharan Africa, to lead the growth and evolution of the group’s integrated creator marketing capability across the region. Trembath brings 15 years of EMEA experience in paid media, performance marketing, creator marketing and leadership and continues to lead the group’s Performance B2B and Affiliate …

FORDSBURG, South Africa — Rio Perfumes is drawing attention to its online fragrance specials offering as the South African retailer continues to position convenience, broad product choice and regional fulfillment as part of its customer proposition. The company’s current ON SALE collection presents discounted fragrance and beauty items across a wide range of brands, while …