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Getting products off the line and into the hands of customers sounds simple enough. But anyone who has worked in manufacturing or food processing knows that the step between “finished product” and “shipped product” is where things can fall apart fast. That step is packaging and the machines handling it matter more than most people …
Most people don’t plan to end up in financial trouble. It starts small?—?a store card here, a personal loan there, maybe a credit card that was only meant for emergencies. Then one month, the payments start overlapping. The salary comes in and it’s gone before the weekend. Bills pile up. Calls from creditors start coming …
South Africa’s young people are navigating identity, relationships, social pressure and expectations at a time when the country faces serious and connected challenges, such as gender-based violence, youth unemployment and a shortage of safe spaces for honest conversations. In response, What About the Boys 2 (WATB 2), a bold youth education initiative that aims to …
Finding the right place for basic medical care should feel simple. Many people only start looking when they feel sick, need a check-up, or want help for a child or family member. At that point, the search can feel rushed. A little planning can make the choice much easier. A local clinic or doctor can …
Sandton podiatry practice addresses two common but frequently mismanaged foot health problems affecting athletes and adolescents. SANDTON — M Maddocks Inc has published two new resources covering recurring running injuries and ingrown toenails in active teenagers. These two conditions regularly bring patients in after weeks of trying to manage things on their own. The injury …
Midrand appliance repair specialist explains how something as simple as the wrong temperature setting can affect food freshness, household safety, and electricity bills. MIDRAND, GAUTENG — Wings Appliance Repairs has published a new guide walking homeowners through one of the most overlooked aspects of fridge ownership: temperature settings. The article addresses not just what the …
Pretoria’s independently verified 5-star workshop helps motorists make smarter decisions about where they service and when to act on clutch problems. PRETORIA, South Africa — Moreleta Service Centre has released two new articles addressing a pair of decisions most car owners face without enough information: how to tell whether a workshop actually meets professional Industry …
South African Rock Icon Steve Louw Records New Nashville Album With Bob Dylan Touring Musicians Traces of the Flood Produced by Legendary Producer Kevin Shirley South African rock legend Steve Louw has released his powerful new album Traces of the Flood, a deeply personal and cinematic collection recorded in Nashville alongside an extraordinary lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians — …
At a recent preventive medicine conference, a rare but inspirational consensus emerged across stakeholders from government, private healthcare, pharmaceuticals, non-profits, and administrators: the current fee-for-service (FFS) model is no longer fit for purpose and sustainable. While it has historically enabled access and activity, it has also entrenched fragmentation, incentivised volume over value, and diluted accountability …
Independent Pretoria workshop breaks down how RMI membership, MIWA star grading, and recent competition guidelines affect where South African motorists can service their vehicles. PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA — Pretoria Service Centre has published a new article examining what workshop accreditation involves in practice and why it should factor into every vehicle owner’s choice of service …
As South African architect and social entrepreneur Wandile Mthiyane walks 1,600km from Durban to Cape Town, his journey is doing more than testing physical endurance, it is sparking a national conversation around housing, dignity, inequality, and what it truly means to belong. Supported by South African outdoor brand K-Way, Mthiyane’s “Walk For Home” initiative is …
Pretoria-based waterproofing specialist addresses two renovation decisions that commonly lead to expensive rework across residential properties in Gauteng. PRETORIA, GAUTENG — TT Waterproofing has published two new guides designed to help homeowners avoid the kind of renovation mistakes that look fine at completion but create serious problems within a few years. Both articles address decisions …
Johannesburg: The Information Regulator has not authorised any certification scheme — businesses relying on third-party “Certified” badges are left exposed to significant legal and financial risk. ATG Digital, a provider of access control and data compliance solutions for gated environments, has published an alert to South African organisations. It warns about a growing and potentially …
Adam Thal is a South African leading film producer and entrepreneur, an Academy Award nominated producer whose work spans award-winning commercials, feature films, and global streaming platforms. But long before the red carpets and international recognition, his story began far more simply, and far more humbly. A family leaves Zimbabwe with little more than what …
Husqvarna South Africa donates two Husqvarna TC 50 motorcycles to Team Zonke, strengthening a performance pathway rooted in restoring agency, building identity, and enabling belonging. The Maletsatsi Foundation today announced a significant contribution from Husqvarna South Africa: two brand-new Husqvarna TC 50 motorcycles, donated to the Foundation’s Team Zonke programme. The motorcycles will directly support …
GQEBERHA, SOUTH AFRICA – Navigating the world of digital image licensing has become a daunting maze for creators and businesses alike. From “Rights Managed” vs. “Royalty-Free” to seat-count restrictions and usage durations, the process of simply buying a photo has often become more time-consuming than the creative project itself. For many, the hurdle isn’t just …
South African real estate agencies face increased regulatory pressure under FIC Directive 11, requiring detailed Risk and Compliance Returns and stronger AML controls. According to Chantelle Frier, agencies must adopt structured, technology-enabled compliance processes to meet deadlines, reduce risk and demonstrate accountability As regulatory pressure intensifies, real estate agencies face a critical compliance deadline, and …
ORT Jet recently hosted a mentor sharing forum that went far beyond the format of a panel, pitch session, or polished showcase. It was a deliberate pause in the programme — a space where experienced business minds came together not to present answers, but to interrogate what actually drives sustainable small business growth. In attendance …
From Counting Cents to Dodging Debits: South Africans Are Triaging to Stay Afloat South Africans aren’t tightening belts anymore. They’re rewiring how they buy. NDA’s Sebastien Alexanderson unpacks how the affordability reset is reshaping the way consumers spend, borrow, and choose. Something has shifted inside the South African household: by May 2026, the consumer has …
Why Ecosystems Will Shape The Next Decade Of Industrial Performance By Brian Andrew, Managing Director, RS South Africa Industrial organisations are operating in an environment defined by continuous disruption. What was once episodic and manageable has become persistent and interconnected. Inflationary pressure, geopolitical instability, energy volatility and rapid technological change are no longer separate challenges. …
April market data highlights continued strength in used vehicle demand, even as fewer selling days weighed on month-on-month activity across the sector. At a Glance – April 2026 Car Sales Used Cars Sales: 30,971 (-6.6% MoM, +8.0% YoY) Average price: R423,329 (-2.0% MoM, +0.6% YoY) Top seller (overall): Ford Ranger (1,706 units) Top seller (passenger …
Youth innovators, new partners and food redistribution solutions are scaling South Africa’s fight against child hunger. Key points Add Hope served 35,558,075 meals and fed 167,560 children in 2025. On World Food Day last October, The Biggest Hunger Hack open-sourced the Add Hope blueprint to youth innovators, partners and stakeholders. The initiative has unlocked 10 …
Nelspruit: South African businesses are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence tools within Microsoft Excel as employees seek faster ways to analyse data, generate formulas, automate reporting, and build dashboards. Tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and AI-powered spreadsheet assistants are changing how employees work with reports, calculations, and business analysis. According to College Africa Group, global workplace …
Four exceptional young athletes from Holy Rosary School have returned from the United Kingdom after representing Rowing South Africa with distinction at two international regattas. Following their standout performances at the South African Schools Rowing Championships, Erin Beeming, Cleo de Keizer, Emilia Riccardi, and Kate Zillen were selected for the prestigious RowSA U16 Development Tour …