STANDARD BANK ANNOUNCES THE SUCCESSFUL CLOSE OF A LANDMARK US$800 MILLION SUSTAINABILITY-LINKED SYNDICATED LOAN, ATTRACTING INVESTORS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE

The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited (“Standard Bank” or the “Borrower”), the largest bank in Africa by assets, announces the successful closing of a US$800 million sustainability-linked syndicated loan (the “Facility”). The Facility was coordinated by Bank of America Europe Designated Activity Company (“BofA”), Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited, London Branch (“ICBC”)…

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EBUCKS HELPS HOUSEHOLDS STRETCH FUEL BUDGETS AS PRICES RISE, UNLOCKING R418 MILLION IN FUEL VALUE

Rising fuel prices met with real savings for households through eBucks Fuel remains one of the most unavoidable expenses for South African households, and with ongoing supply chain pressures expected to keep upward momentum on fuel prices in the months ahead, managing the cost of every litre has become increasingly important. Against this backdrop, eBucks…

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PROPERTY TAXES IN SOUTH AFRICA: WHAT BUYERS, SELLERS AND HOMEOWNERS NEED TO KNOW

Buying, owning and selling property in South Africa involves more than just paying the purchase price and servicing a home loan. Several taxes apply at different stages of property ownership, and understanding them can help buyers budget properly and avoid unexpected costs. From transfer duty when purchasing a home to municipal rates and capital gains…

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GRAMMY-NOMINATED R&B SUPERSTAR TAMIA SET TO HEADLINE SOUTHAFRICA’S BIGGEST WOMEN’S MONTH CELEBRATION TOUR

South Africa – Internationally acclaimed, six-time Grammy Award-nominated singer,songwriter, and multi-platinum selling R&B superstar Tamia is set to grace South Africanstages this August as she headlines The Biggest Women’s Month Celebration TourExperience.The much-anticipated tour will take place across three major cities: Tickets are available exclusively via Webtickets and at Pick n Pay outlets nationwide. Musiclovers…

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FINANCIAL SETTLEMENT, T+1 IS NOT A RACE: WHY AFRICA MUST PRIORITIES READINESS OVER SPEED

By Sam Dahya, Head of Investor Services, Custody and Investment Administration, Standard Bank CIB The global move from a fluid trade settlement timeline (Time trade execution to settlement T+3) to a tighter timeline (T+1), is reshaping how markets think about post-trade risk, capital efficiency and competitiveness. A growing share of global activity is now operating…

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GET READY, MZANSI: FREE MEAL ALERT!! ROCOMAMAS’ FIRE WINGS CHALLENGE IS BACK

 RocoMamas, South Africa’s beloved fast-casual flavour powerhouse, is excited to announce the triumphant return of the cult-favourite Fire Wings Challenge: 10 in 10, has launched today. This bold challenge transforms every Wednesday into a fiery midweek ritual, delivering a high-energy experience designed to thrill across the nation, and those who finish can score a free meal….

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FLYSAFAIR’S SCHOOL BOOSTER COMPETITION IS BACK – AND 100 FLIGHTS ARE UP FOR GRABS AGAIN

Now in its third year, the annual competition invites South African schools to share how flying will open new doors for their learners.  For the third year running, FlySafair is opening the doors to its much‑loved School Booster competition, giving South African schools the chance to win 10 return domestic flights each. Ten schools will…

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THE MEC FOR SPORT, ARTS, CULTURE AND RECREATION LEBOGANG MAILE CONGRATULATES MAMELODI SUNDOWNS ON THEIR HARD-FOUGHT PASSAGE TO THE 2ND LEG OF THE CONFEDERATION OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL (CAF) CHAMPIONS LEAGUE.

MEC Maile congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club “Bafana Ba Style” following their triumphant victory on the first leg of the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League against Espérance Sportive de Tunis. “Masandawana” defeated Espérance Sportive de Tunis 1-0 on Sunday at Stade Olympique Hammadi Agrebi. According to MEC Maile, this victory is not merely a…

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AFRICA’S NETBALL STARS SET TO STAND TALL AS THE 2026 TELKOM NETBALL LEAGUE SEASON BEGINS

The Telkom Netball League (TNL), South Africa’s premier netball competition, returns for the 2026 season this April. The country’s top provincial teams and rising stars, alongside international invitational sides, will take to the court in a competition that continues to shape the future of South African netball. With matches set to take place in Durban…

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