A new study by Yazi found that 85% of South Africans were impacted by fraud in the past year and lose money at three times the rate of UK consumers, while the country’s lowest income victims lost a median 40% of a month’s household income, even though 74% already knew the warning signs. For immediate…
By THABO MOTLHABI Local artists, businesses and community members came together in Soweto to celebrate creativity and showcase homegrown talent at the Isithebe Residency Exhibition hosted by Funda Community College in Diepkloof Zone 6 on Saturday, 17 October 2026. More than 40 emerging and established creatives displayed their work, shared their stories and connected with…
THE State Information Technology Agency (SITA) confirms that planned maintenance to its internet services environment, which commenced at 17:00 on Friday, 23 October, is progressing according to plan. The work remains on track, and services are expected to be restored by 17:00 on Sunday, 25 October. The maintenance forms part of SITA’s migration to a…
A South African-developed artificial intelligence (AI) platform designed to help researchers prepare clinical trial databases faster has placed second in the 2026 CDISC AI Innovation Challenge, earning international recognition for African-developed technology to address a key bottleneck in clinical research worldwide. Created by Johannesburg-based clinical data management organisation BioInformatiCo, the platform called “Leova” automates aspects…
By THABO MOTLHABI RESIDENTS of Reitvallei Extensions 2 and 3 took their service delivery concerns to the streets during a Service Delivery Awareness Walk hosted by the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation Youth Club on Saturday, 3 October 2026. The walk, which started at the local clinic, brought together community members, young people, elderly residents, people with…
Vodacom Group, the leading pan African connectivity, digital and financial services company serving more than 243 million customers, with mobile networks covering a total population of over 596 million people, has established a Foundation to consolidate and strengthen its impact on the continent. The Vodacom Foundation, which brings together the eight Foundations across its footprint…
Guest favorite MSC World Europa to remain in the Western MediterraneanNew flagship, MSC World Asia, elevates South Caribbean offering. MSC Cruises today announced updates for the Winter 2027/2028 season, enriching deployment in key regions – the Western Mediterranean and South Caribbean. MSC World Europa will sail in the Western Mediterranean – Originally scheduled to sail…
By THABO MOTLHABI Kagiso 2 residents have sent a strong message to perpetrators of gender-based violence. The community members gathered at Sonap Taxi Rank on 18 September, for a candlelight vigil calling for unity and action against the killing and abuse of women and children. The vigil was hosted by Katlego Motlamello, founder of Living…
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) joins the nation in mourning the victims of femicide and the recent spate of violent killings. The PSL extends its heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who have lost their lives during this difficult and painful time. The League is deeply saddened by the violent…
By LERATO PHOSISI n a room filled with tears, testimony and triumph, brokenness met healing. What was birthed in pain has risen as a sanctuary of hope for women who had lost their way. The Kingdom of Makoti Foundation was officially launched on 5 September 2026 at God’s Plan Ministries, Magson Manor. Founded by Connie…
