THE RAND SHOW 2026 IS A FIVE-DAY ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL

The Rand Show is switching Johannesburg into full festival mode this coming Easter weekend, bringing five highenergy days of live music, family entertainment and crowdpleasing spectacle to the Johannesburg Expo Centre (Nasrec) from 2–6 April 2026, open daily 09:00–19:00 (entrance gates close 18:00). Modern audiences expect more than something to see – they want moments…

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PIKITUP PROGRESS ON WASTE COLLECTION RECOVERY PLAN

Pikitup, the City of Johannesburg’s waste management entity, is pleased to report positive progress in the implementation of its waste recovery plan, following service disruptions emanating from recent operational disruptions, including protest-related incidents and inclement weather resulting in disposal limitations and turnaround times. To date, ten (10) out of twelve (12) depots have normalised waste…

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ABSA CAPE EPIC FUELS NEARLY R11 BILLION INTO WESTERN CAPE ECONOMY OVER TWO DECADES

TANA MALINGA As the iconic Absa Cape Epic celebrates its 20th anniversary, the milestone reflects far more than sporting excellence. It highlights the enduring value of strategic corporate partnerships and the powerful role major sporting events can play in driving economic growth and social development in South Africa. Since its inception, the globally renowned eight-day…

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STANDARD BANK NAMED AFRICA’S AND SOUTH AFRICA’S MOST VALUABLE BANK BRAND FOR THE 5TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

 Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has once again been ranked as Africa’s and South Africa’s Most Valuable Bank Brand by Brand Finance for the fifth consecutive year, with brand value growth of 19% year-on-year from R37,8bn to R45bn. Brand Finance evaluates over 5 000 of the world’s biggest brands annually across sectors to assess…

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BOLD STRIDES TOWARDS EQUALITY AS MOTSEPE FOUNDATION’S RACE UNITES THOUSANDS IN PRETORIA

TANA MALINGA The spirit of unity, purpose and athletic determination filled the streets of Hatfield on Sunday as the Motsepe Foundation staged the inspiring 2026 Race to Gender Equality, a vibrant public run and walk dedicated to raising awareness about closing gender gaps in society. The event formed part of the Foundation’s celebration of a…

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WHEN EDUCATION PAYS OFF—AND WHEN IT ABSOLUTELY DOESN’T

Ravin Baburam (Academic at Regent Business School) wrote: PROFESSIONAL advancement is increasingly shaped by decisions around education. Qualifications signal capability, open doors and promise career progression, yet their value is often assessed too narrowly. Beyond remuneration, education carries costs and returns that unfold over time, influencing professional mobility, leadership access and long-term relevance. This article…

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