Tana Malinga Africa’s biggest football stage lights up Morocco as the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 kicks off on 21 December 2025 and runs until 18 January 2026. The continent’s finest 24 national teams will compete for pride, passion, and Africa’s most prestigious football crown. Morocco, the host nation, opens the tournament in Group…
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…
KOPANO MONAHENG YOUNG people who lack education will have a hard time finding good jobs in future. Children need to be exposed to these technologies as soon as possible because the integration of new technology into the curriculum is fantastic and everything will become digital. Additionally, pupils who do not receive these technologies early on…
Here’s what to do before you take on a loan this year For many South Africans, borrowing remains an essential part of daily life. But January often brings added pressure. Back-to-school costs, festive season debt, and the familiar ‘Januworry’can stretch household budgets to the limit. As this pressure marks the start of 2026, taking on…
Strengthening STREAM education (Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and inspiring the next generation of innovators took centre stage as the Honourable Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, conducted an official visit to Africa’s largest science centre, the Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, on Friday, 24 July. This high-profile engagement took place during…
By KOPANO MONAHENG SOWETO is one of South Africa’s most iconic destinations, attracting tourists from across the world. Despite its rich history and cultural significance, many parts of the township continue to struggle with illegal dumping and litter. This is why Pikiup is going around the city encouraging school-kids, the community and everyone else to…
The Florida Library was buzzing with excitement as it opened its doors to celebrate World Read Aloud Day. Learners from Royal College and Bright Minds arrived in their neatly pressed uniforms, their eyes wide with curiosity as they were introduced to their local hub of knowledge. Librarian Ziphozethu Zuka led the activities with enthusiasm, turning…
Pretoria, 18 June 2025 – South Africa’s team delivered an exceptional showing at the Pan African Mathematics Olympiad (PAMO) 2025, securing top individual medals and the overall first-place ranking. Hosted by the Mathematical Association of Botswana from 8 to 18 June at the University of Botswana, this year’s competition tested the continent’s finest young minds…
LALIGA EA SPORTS may be taking a break for a week, but there are many representatives of the league with plenty to play for in this international window. With the CAF World Cup qualifiers coming up, here’s a look at some of the stars fighting for a place in next year’s showpiece tournament in North…
By Ernst Wittmann, TCL Regional Manager for Southern & East Africa and Global Operator Account Manager for Africa The words ‘satellite phone’ used to bring to mind the image of a mountain climber, a scientist in an Arctic research station, or a sailor using a brick-sized handset to communicate from the edges of the world where…
