By Kabelo Makeke, Head of Personal and Private Banking, Standard Bank South Africa Standard Bank has noted a series of social media videos published by Dr Anele Mngadi Hammond relating to a historic vehicle finance matter concluded in 2018. The dispute related to a valid and enforceable financing agreement to purchase a Ferrari vehicle. In…
Black Friday 2025, ahead of the festive season, is more than a day of discounts, it is a powerful driver of growth and transformation for South Africa’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and township businesses. For SMEs and the informal market, Black Friday represents more than just a spike in revenue, it is that defining…
Today, 22 July 2025, the Democratic Alliance (DA) will conduct a walkabout along exploded Lillian Ngoyi (Bree Street), Carlton Centre, and Small Street engaging shop-owners on the impact of crime on their businesses. The delegation will then proceed to Johannesburg Central Police station to conduct an oversight inspection. The DA in Gauteng has linked rising…
By Ernst Wittmann, TCL Regional Manager for Southern & East Africa and Global Operator Account Manager for Africa Online commerce is no longer new to the South African market, with research from World Wide Worx indicating that ecommerce surpassed R130 billion in 2025 and captured close to 10% of total retail sales. Smartphone users are driving a significant…
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed that tickets for the highly anticipated Nedbank Cup Final will go on sale on Monday, 05 May 2025. The tickets will be available from Open Tickets outlets nationwide, including Shoprite and Checkers stores from 10h00 on Monday morning. Spectators may also purchase tickets online via www.opentickets.co.za General Access…
City of Johannesburg Mayor, Cllr Dada Morero, has sent a strong message to G20 conveners, urging them to recognise the indispensable role of cities in addressing global challenges, to provide the necessary resources, and to partner with cities in turning ambition into concrete outcomes. “The U20 Communiqué is our call to action a demand that…
Consumers are encouraged to plan ahead, avoid unnecessary debt and make more intentional spending decisions As households prepare for the added costs that often come with the Easter period, consumers are urged to take a more deliberate approach to their seasonal spending. Easter often brings extra expenses, from food and travel to family gatherings and…
Luan Munnik, winner of the 2024 Boxer Super Run Tshwane, and Ryan Mphahlele, winner of the 2025 Boxer Super Run Durban, will face off at the debut of the Boxer Super Run Joburg at Marks Park Sports Club on Sunday, 09 November 2025. The showdown promises to be a showstopper, with both speedsters openly aiming for gold….
Mamelodi Sundowns are on the road to Polokwane for their midweek fixture. They are set to visit Seshego Stadium to do battle with Magesi FC on Wednesday for their third league encounter of the season. Bafana Ba Style comes from the back of a highly intense and physical 1-1 draw in the MTN8 over the weekend. They also haven’t recorded a victory on the road. So,…
Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, is deeply devastated by a tragic scholar transport accident that occurred on Monday, 19 January 2026, in Vanderbijlpark, which claimed the lives of 12 learners. Approximately 3 learners sustained critical injuries and are receiving urgent medical care at local hospitals. Preliminary reports indicate that the incident occurred at approximately 07:00…
