TEN years ago, thousands of South Africans were encouraged to open a Tax‑Free Savings Account (TFSA). This 10‑year milestone offers a rare insight into how time, disciplined behaviour and tax‑free structures work together to build meaningful capital even when contributions start small. Introduced in 2015 to boost South Africa’s saving culture, TFSAs gave households a…
STANDARD Bank is pleased to announce its role as Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Buy Local Summit & Expo, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to strengthening the domestic economy through localisation and SME empowerment. South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain the backbone of the country’s economic resilience, driving innovation, job creation, and inclusive growth….
The City of Johannesburg today successfully conducted a High Impact Service Delivery Operation in Ward 5, following the postponement of the originally scheduled operation on Thursday, 05 March 2026, due to inclement weather conditions. The operation took place on Monday, 09 March 2026, with the Poortjie Multipurpose Centre serving as the central meeting point for…
Gains across seven sectors diluted by heavy losses in retail and manufacturing BY Thanda Sithole, FNB and WesBank Senior Economist South Africa’s latest labour market figures show a decline in unemployment, but beneath the headline lies a more sobering reality: the improvement masks underlying weakness in the labour market. At first glance, the fourth quarter…
The Vodacom Foundation, in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Education, has invested R2million in the School of Excellence model at Usizolwethu Special Needs School in Daveyton, empowering learners with intellectual disabilities through technology and digital skills. This landmark initiative strengthens Vodacom’s commitment to inclusive, quality education and demonstrates the transformative power of public-private partnerships…
Smart ID services to be brought closer to communities FNB is proud to announce that it is on track to launch Smart ID Card application services, following successful testing. The service will soon be made available to the public, marking a significant milestone in FNB’s longstanding collaboration with the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). This…
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today unveils a new interpretation of its Owner’s Residence through an exclusive collaboration with Patricia Urquiola, one of the world’s most celebrated architects and designers. Launching aboard EXPLORA III in summer 2026 and EXPLORA IV in 2027, this collaboration adds a second Owner’s Residence to…
TANA MALINGA Lebogang Maile is set to table the 2026 Gauteng Provincial Budget Speech at the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on 10 March, outlining how the province plans to allocate resources and drive economic growth in the year ahead. The budget presentation will provide a detailed roadmap of government spending priorities under the province’s Medium-Term Expenditure…
The highly anticipated premiere of KABELO captivated audiences last week Thursday at Theatre on the Square, Sandton as part of the Joburg Film Festival programme. The event drew a vibrant crowd of film lovers, industry professionals, media, and cultural figures eager to experience the powerful Sesotho feature film. Set against the striking highlands of Lesotho,…
Nestlé BarOne is bringing Big BarOne Energy to shoppers nationwide with a bold new ‘Buy 2 & Win Big’ challenge. From February to April, consumers who purchase any two Nestlé BarOne chocolate bars can stand a chance to win instant prizes and major cash rewards worth over R500,000 turning everyday Nestlé BarOne moments into opportunities…
