Hollard has reaffirmed its commitment to agricultural growth, inclusion and innovation by sponsoring the second edition of the Women’s Voice in Agriculture competition. The competition continues to highlight the remarkable achievements and aspirations of women making a difference in agriculture and rural communities. It recognises women leaders making significant impact, through innovation, advocacy, and on-the-ground…
Sithobekile Masola In a proactive step to enhance financial security and operational integrity, Joburg Market has partnered with the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) to train its cashiers in advanced cash handling and currency authentication. The training, held at SARB’s Currency Management Division in Pretoria, equipped frontline staff with essential skills to identify genuine banknotes,…
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested R365m in a new state-of-the-art bottling line capable of producing 72,000 bottles per hour at its plant in Midrand, South Africa. The high-speed production line marks a South African first, producing Bonaqua Pump Still 750ml and Powerade 500ml packs with an innovative sports bottle cap. Beyond this milestone, the…
Banyana Banyana’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign ended on a disappointing note after they were beaten 4-3 on penalties by Ghana in the bronze medal match at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, on Friday night. The two teams had finished regulation time level at 1-1 after the first half opening strike…
Thembisa Shologu The BMW Group has successful launched its latest X3 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle in line with the commitment by countries to reduce emissions and support the transition to a low-carbon and climate resilient global economy. The event highlighted the firm’s commitment to strengthening South Africa’s economic vitality and advancing industrial innovation. The new…
Elias Nkabinde Wits University engineering students swapped lectures for hard hats on 24 July 2025, touring five Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) projects to see urban development in action. The tour gave third- and final-year Property Studies, Construction Studies, and Project Management students hands-on insight into city-building. Stops included: Johannesburg City Library Upgrade: Transforming the heritage…
Maseipati Tsotsotso The City of Johannesburg’s Library and Information Services, under the Department of Community Development, recently held a community outreach programme in the Jerusalem informal settlement in Roodepoort. Organised by the Florida Library, the initiative brought much-needed support to families affected by recent shack fires. Staff donated second-hand clothes, shoes, and blankets to assist…
The Toyota Cup has officially been unveiled and, at the heart of the tournament, is a striking and meaningful trophy symbolising African unity, encapsulating the essence of the event. The imagery is also fitting for this showdown between Kaizer Chiefs and Asante Kotoko – a continental clash of two African giants. The trophy is crafted…
Zingiswa Mndayi Joburg Property Company (JPC) has been recognised as one of South Africa’s Top Gender-Empowered Companies by Topco Media, in partnership with Standard Bank. Acting CEO Musah Makhunga welcomed the honour, saying it reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to gender transformation in the workplace. “We are proud to be recognised as a top gender-empowered…
Charmaine NkosiMembers and supporters of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) political party held a march in Durban on Friday, rallying behind KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The march began at Curries Fountain Stadium and proceeded to Hoy Park, where the party delivered a memorandum demanding the commissioner’s protection and voicing strong criticism of the current government…
