RETAIL SALES SURGE IN APRIL

Consumer spending began 2Q25 on a strong note, with retail sales rising by 5.1% y/y in April—up from a revised 1.2% in March (previously 1.5%), and significantly above market expectations of a 3.1% increase. On a monthly basis, retail volumes rebounded by 0.9%, following a 0.3% decline in March. Despite April’s strong performance, retail activity…

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A SOULFUL SUNDAY: DSTV DELICIOUS FESTIVAL CLOSED WITH JAZZ, JOY AND HOMEGROWN GREATS

Tana Malinga The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival 2025 wrapped up in spectacular style on Sunday, 21 September, at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, Gauteng. Festivalgoers were treated to a day of rich local sounds, soul-stirring performances, and vibrant African energy. The final day focused on jazz, gospel, and African fusion, led by…

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BUCKLE UP, MOTORHEADS -NITRO CREW JOINS THE RAND SHOW 2025 LINE-UP FOR AHIGH-OCTANE WEEKEND OF CUSTOM CARS AND CAR AUDIO CHAMPIONSHIPS!

Get ready for a full-throttle weekend as The Nitro Crew Rand Show 2K25 powers into The Rand Show 2025 – with two days of pure automotive adrenaline. Hosted at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, this new addition promises to deliver the ultimate car culture experience for fans of revving engines, thunderous sound, and showstopping custom…

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FNB COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FINANCE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION IN RESEARCH AND INSIGHTS

FNB key transition within its Commercial Property Finance division. Siphamandla Mkhwanazi has assumed responsibility for the Commercial Property Finance research and economics portfolio, taking over from John Loos, who has officially retired from the bank. Mkhwanazi will now lead the delivery of economic insights, property market analysis, and thought leadership supporting FNB’s Commercial Property Finance…

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RIBEIRO COSTA SHINES AT 2024/25 PSL AWARDS 

Mamelodi Sundowns superstar Lucas Ribeiro Costa emerged as the biggest winner at the 2024/25 PSL Awards on Tuesday evening, claiming an impressive four accolades.  Ribeiro Costa was crowned PSL Footballer of the Season and also walked away with the Betway Premiership Players’ Player of the Season, Betway Premiership Goal of the Season, and Betway Premiership…

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STANDARD BANK BACKS LOCAL INDUSTRIES AS HEADLINE SPONSOR OF THE 2026 BUY LOCAL SUMMIT & EXPO

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….

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