World Rugby’s ranking system will determine the seeding for the draw, and with five Tests remaining this year — against Japan, France, Italy, Ireland and Wales — the Springboks’ position in the top three is far from guaranteed. Every result matters, every ranking point will carry weight, and every performance contributes to what kind of…
Special 50% Entry Offer to Join the African Bank Soweto Marathon 2025 Following this weekend’s unfortunate cancellation of the Cape Town Marathon due to severe weather conditions, African Bank, in partnership with the Soweto Marathon NPC, has announced a special offer to displaced runners who were registered to participate in the Cape Town race. African…
Charlene Louw Flowers are blooming, the air is warmer, and South Africans are reconnecting with each other. A season that reminds us of the traditions, diversity, and creativity that make our country unique. And what better way to celebrate than by raising a glass to one of South Africa’s most cherished cultural companions – beer….
South Africa’s schools and universities have quietly become critical pieces of national digital infrastructure, yet they remain among the easiest targets. It often starts with something small: a student connects their laptop to campus Wi-Fi and clicks on what looks like a routine admin request. A staff member falls for a well-crafted phishing email. A…
Cancer is one of the fastest-growing health challenges in South Africa, with over 100,000 new cases diagnosed annually, according to the National Cancer Registry. While most conversations focus on the physical and emotional impact, the financial strain of the disease often goes unspoken. According to the South African Medical Journal, treatment costs for cancer can exceed…
More South Africans are starting to save for retirement in their twenties, yet many still feel financially unprepared for the future. According to the 2025 FNB Retirement Insights Survey, the average starting age for retirement saving is 27. However, 60% of people under 60 say their current plan may not be enough to meet their…
Mobile data prices have fallen in South Africa over the past few years, but many users still have a limited budget. At the same time, we’re using more data than ever before for work and personal apps. But the good news is that you can cut back on mobile data without compromising your experience. TCL…
Banyana Banyana shared the spoils with DR Congo after a 1-1 draw in a first leg CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier played at the Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa on Wednesday night. The South African senior women’s national team struck first through Kgalebane “Pana” Mohlakoana, who put the visitors in the lead…
Story by James Pearson West Wits Mining has officially flicked the switch on underground production at its Qala Shallows gold project in South Africa’s famed Witwatersrand Basin. With the first ore now stockpiled and rigs humming below ground, the company has shifted from development to full-scale mining, setting the scene for a maiden gold pour in…
As we focus on International Day of the Girl (IDG), commemorated annually on Oct. 11, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) South Africa joined dozens of other AHF programs worldwide to help protect girls from HIV, celebrate their accomplishments, amplify their voices, and advocate for policies that safeguard girls’ health and futures. Despite progress, adolescent girls and…
