– 12 BAL Teams Include First-Ever Participant from Tanzania and First-Time Participants from Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, South Africa and Tunisia – – Sixth BAL Season Will Tip Off on March 27 in South Africa; Tickets on Sale Now – DAKAR, SENEGAL – The Basketball Africa League (BAL) today announced the 12 teams and group phase schedule for…
The City of Johannesburg’s Bomb Squad, together with the Regional Director for Citizen Relationship & Urban Management in Region F, Irene Mafune, officials from departments and entities and representatives from the Private Office of the Executive Mayor, recently conducted a successful High-Impact Service Delivery programme in Region F, Ward 67, Yeoville. Teams attended to multiple…
Tana Malinga Top leaders from the Tshwane Metro Police, Fire and Rescue, SANParks, Bidvest Protea Coin and several private security companies have signed a major new agreement called Operation Night Watch. The goal is clear: boost safety during the high-risk hours of 6pm to 6am.By working together and investing in better equipment, training and teamwork,…
South Africa is at a critical juncture. As the Fourth Industrial Revolution transforms global economies, emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation are rapidly reshaping how societies function and how businesses compete. For South Africa to take its place on the global stage, it must urgently address a growing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and…
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…
By THABO MOTLHABI ANGRY parents and community members have embarked on a four-day protest over the deteriorating infrastructure at Khulanolwazi Primary School in Braamfischerville, Soweto. The protests began on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, when frustrated parents and community members gathered at the school to voice their anger over what they described as years of neglect…
BY: TANA MALINGA South Africa’s 2026 National Budget has introduced targeted relief measures for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), highlighted by a significant increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) registration threshold and enhanced capital gains tax exemptions for qualifying business owners. In his Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that the VAT registration…
As household budgets remain under pressure, FNB has enhanced its eWallet Cash Advance solution and the FNB Connect Prepaid Advance, giving customers quick access to short-term credit when money is tight and provides access to airtime, data or minutes when needed. The enhanced eWallet Cash Advance solution gives qualifying customers access to loans from R50…
Sasolburg, South Africa – The Judah Drive, a community-focused initiative under the House of Praise Ministries, is proud to announce the launch of its ongoing community outreach program. Since the beginning of Winter (July) until yesterday, the team has been diligently serving the community, donating essential items to those in need at Mooidrai in one…
Tana Malinga The Gauteng City Region Economic Growth and Development Plan (GCR‑EGDP) 2030 was officially launched on 19 March 2026 in Johannesburg, marking a decisive step by the Gauteng provincial government to accelerate economic growth, attract investment and create sustainable jobs over the next decade. Unveiled by Premier Panyaza Lesufi, the long-term economic blueprint positions…
