The Gauteng Provincial Government has officially unveiled the upgraded K101 Road (Old Johannesburg Road), marking a significant milestone in the province’s ongoing efforts to modernise transport infrastructure and improve mobility. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi presided over the launch of the project, which is expected to ease congestion, enhance road safety, and support economic growth across…
Following their crucial 1-0 victory over Angolan side, Kabuscorp SCP in the preliminary round of this season’s CAF Confederation Cup, Kaizer Chiefs return to Betway Premiership action against AmaZulu at FNB stadium on Wednesday evening. AmaZulu, coached by Kaizer Chiefs legend and former head coach Arthur Zwane, have had a mixed season so far. They’ve…
By LARRY HODES Larry is the CEO for Grow Franchising & FASA Board Member South Africa has one of the highest rates of franchise sector participation of any economy. It is also quietly running out of the people who make the networks actually work. The headline numbers are the ones we celebrate. According to the…
The inaugural Connie Chiume International Youth Film Festival will take place from 18 to 20 July 2025 at the Sibikwa Arts Centre in Benoni, Gauteng, with a powerful programme of screenings, workshops, awards, and cultural activations designed to honour the legacy of the late actress Connie Chiume while building tangible opportunities for the next generation…
Tana Malinga FNB has been crowned South Africa’s Best Digital Bank for 2025 after scoring 73.34 in the SITEisfaction survey, which measures customer satisfaction in digital banking. The bank came first in both mobile and internet banking. Harry Kellan, CEO of FNB, says the award reflects the bank’s focus on people, not just technology. “We…
Pictures by Standard Bank during its 2025 Kasi SME National Pitch Challenge event which was held in KZN. The summit took place on Wednesday August 27.
Tana Malinga Standard Bank, Africa’s largest bank by assets, proudly hosted the second annual CSI Volunteering Impact Awards, a celebration honouring employees whose compassion and community service continue to change lives across South Africa. First launched in 2024, the awards recognise Standard Bank staff and the organisations they support , people who show extraordinary dedication,…
BY: TANA MALINGA As South Africa prepares for the National Budget Speech later this month, focus is shifting to whether government commitments to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) will be supported by the funding and practical implementation needed to drive real economic impact.In the 2026 State of the Nation Address delivered last week, President…
Lerato Mailoane The Gauteng Provincial Government, in partnership with the Gauteng Ethics Advisory Council (GEAC), hosted a high-level consultative session with leaders of organised business formations to introduce and discuss the newly developed Ethical Procurement and Integrity Pact. The meeting, held on Monday, brought together prominent representatives from Business Unity South Africa (BUSA), the National…
The Gauteng Department of e-Government, led by Head of Department Ms Masabata Mutlaneng, in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Community Safety, led by Acting Head of the Department Mr Roche Mogorosi, warmly welcomed a high-level delegation from the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government. The delegation, headed by Premier Thami Ntuli, was received at the Gauteng Provincial…
