TANA MALINGA Lebogang Maile has tabled the 2026/27 Gauteng Provincial Budget, outlining how the province plans to allocate public funds over the next three years while navigating fiscal pressures and prioritising service delivery. Presenting the budget at the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on 10 March 2026, Maile announced that the province will spend R179.2 billion in…
KOPANO MONAHENG FOR Orlando Pirates to succeed, fans are asked to fill-up The Arena.But not all fans can afford to buy match tickets for this evening encounter against Orlando Pirates and Richards Bay. Kickoff is at 19h30.And Betway as always is giving away FREE double tickets to lucky Orlando Pirates supporters who wish to go…
The City of Johannesburg welcomed the successful launch of the Smart Wi-Fi Pole in Slovo Park, marking an important milestone in advancing digital inclusion and strengthening smart city infrastructure across the municipality. The launch event was attended by close to 500 community members, including residents from Slovo Park and neighbouring communities. The strong turnout reflects…
South African SMEs don’t lack ambition, they lack access. As global markets open opportunities for growth, diversification, and job creation, many local businesses have products and services capable of competing internationally. Exporting represents a powerful lever for scaling South African enterprise and strengthening economic resilience. However, global trade is far from intuitive, it is complex and highly…
Mahindra Fusion Fest returned this year bigger, bolder and more immersive, bringing together thousands of fans, artists and creators for one of South Africa’s most distinctive celebrations of music, fashion and art. What began as a bold cultural experiment last year has quickly evolved into a national platform that celebrates creativity while connecting communities across…
HISTORIC milestone: RBL travels to Africa for the first time | Friendly match against record champions Mamelodi Sundowns | Base camp in Johannesburg RB Leipzig is setting another strong international marker and will travel to South Africa for the first time in the club’s history. As part of the tour “RE KAOFELA” (English: all together),…
TEN years ago, thousands of South Africans were encouraged to open a Tax‑Free Savings Account (TFSA). This 10‑year milestone offers a rare insight into how time, disciplined behaviour and tax‑free structures work together to build meaningful capital even when contributions start small. Introduced in 2015 to boost South Africa’s saving culture, TFSAs gave households a…
STANDARD Bank is pleased to announce its role as Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Buy Local Summit & Expo, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to strengthening the domestic economy through localisation and SME empowerment. South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain the backbone of the country’s economic resilience, driving innovation, job creation, and inclusive growth….
The City of Johannesburg today successfully conducted a High Impact Service Delivery Operation in Ward 5, following the postponement of the originally scheduled operation on Thursday, 05 March 2026, due to inclement weather conditions. The operation took place on Monday, 09 March 2026, with the Poortjie Multipurpose Centre serving as the central meeting point for…
Gains across seven sectors diluted by heavy losses in retail and manufacturing BY Thanda Sithole, FNB and WesBank Senior Economist South Africa’s latest labour market figures show a decline in unemployment, but beneath the headline lies a more sobering reality: the improvement masks underlying weakness in the labour market. At first glance, the fourth quarter…
