Following a heartfelt and inspiring send-off ceremony hosted by the South African Football Association (SAFA) and the Department of Sport, the Department of Education, the SA U15 Boys and Girls national teams are now on their way to Stellenbosch to compete in the ASFC 2025 – COSAFA Qualifiers. The event will be held from 5–7…
A South African Football Association (SAFA) delegation led by President Dr Danny Jordaan will attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw in Washington DC in the United States of America this week. The global tournament will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from 11 June – 19 July 2026. The World Cup…
Madam Speaker and Deputy SpeakerPremier Panyaza LesufiFellow members of the Executive CouncilChief Whip of the Majority PartyLeaders of Political PartiesMembers of the Provincial LegislatureMMCs of Finance and CouncillorsRepresentatives from the Auditor General’s OfficeSenior Officials of Government and MunicipalitiesRepresentatives of Business, Organised Labour, and Civil SocietyDistinguished guestsComrades and FriendsINTRODUCTIONIt is an honour and a privilege to…
This weekend (6 and 7 December 2025), Joburg Child Welfare (JCW), in partnership with the Johannesburg Artist Market (JAM), formerly 27 Boxes in Melville, will launch the Play Café, a safe, fully supervised and creative space designed to give Johannesburg children and families a secure environment for children to play at a time when child-safety…
The festive season is a time of celebration, connection and reflection on the year that’s passed. But while you’re buying gifts, booking flights and mapping out road trips, it’s worth remembering that while work may pause for a few weeks, life doesn’t. And neither should your insurance, your Will, or your estate plan. Whether it’s…
Takealot Integrates On-Demand Shopping via TakealotNOW on Mr D Takealot, South Africa’s #1 shopping app, has launched an exciting pilot that integrates its on-demand delivery service, TakealotNOW, directly into the Takealot App in partnership with Mr D. This seamless integration makes life easier and faster for customers by pairing speed and convenience with an already…
National Treasury asks FNB to facilitate secure payouts starting 8 December 2025 FNB has been appointed by National Treasury to pay out Ithala SOC Limited depositors. This process will begin on 8 December 2025 via FNB’s national branch network. How FNB will help Ithala customers It is important to note that payments will only be…
Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has announced the financial close of a R11.5 billion deal that sees Vodacom, the biggest telecommunications company in South Africa by subscribers, acquire a 30% stake in Maziv, the owner of Dark Fibre Africa and Vumatel, in a new single fibre-providing entity. Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) was…
adidas Originals announces a groundbreaking three-way collaboration bringing together CLOT by Edison Chen and BAPE® for a radical reimagining of the iconic Superstar silhouette. This partnership unites three of the fashion world’s most influential creators in a design that bridges Eastern and Western aesthetics while pushing the boundaries of contemporary sneaker culture. Edison Chen’s CLOT…
Changing the way FNB rewards home loan customers FNB has introduced eBucks Home Rewards to celebrate one of its customers’ greatest achievements, owning a home. This new feature is designed to make homeownership more rewarding with meaningful recognition for customers who’ve chosen FNB as their trusted home loan partner. From the 1st of December 2025, new…
