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…
Kopano Monaheng THE plan was to first go past the quarter-finals of the Nedbank Cup, go all the way to the final and possibly win for their supporters. But it was not to be for the Babina Noko outfit, who saw their dream cut short by a team that plies its trade in the National…
BY: TANA MALINGA Durban City FC kept their fairytale run alive in the Nedbank Cup after edging past Lamontville Golden Arrows in a dramatic penalty shoot-out on Sunday. The KwaZulu-Natal clash delivered tension and excitement, but it ended in bitter disappointment for Arrows and wild celebrations for Durban City after a 1-1 draw in regulation…
BY: TANA MALINGA With just days to go before the doors open, anticipation is building for Hostex 2026, set to take place from 8-10 March at the Sandton Convention Centre. The landmark event will bring together Africa’s food, drink and hospitality professionals for three days focused on business opportunities, industry insights and valuable networking. Held…
