Blue Ribbon 2025 Soweto Kota Festival has come and gone but entertainment memories will stand the test of time in most people’s minds who were part of this iconic annual event. Held in a new spacious venue at the Dobsonville Rugby Grounds in Soweto. As the much loved celebrations entered its second and last day …
Two Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) trainee candidates have died during selection programme training exercises on separate occasions. JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla says 24-year-old Michael Nyambi died on the 29th of August after becoming ill from heat exhaustion while participating in a fitness programme. 26-year-old Zwelethu Tekete died on Monday, 1 September. Fihla explains, “Marvellous…
Standard Bank has been recognised, for the 3rd consecutive year, as one of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies in 2025, an accolade awarded by Newsweek in partnership with Statista. This prestigious global honour places Standard Bank among a select group of companies that have earned the confidence of their stakeholders through consistent performance, transparency, and purpose-driven…
Bradley Elliott Just a few years ago, neobanks and fintechs were regarded as disruptive competitive threats to incumbent financial institutions (FIs). But now the script has changed, and these startups and innovators are regarded as potential merger and acquisition (M&A) opportunities or partners for larger banks. Likewise, many new-age players are looking to larger institutions…
FNB Connect has launched its new a Global Travel eSIM, allowing customers to stay affordably and effortlessly connected across more than 240 international mobile networks, without the need to swap SIM cards or worry about unexpected roaming fees. “FNB Connect’s focus on innovation is driven by a deep understanding of how our customers live, work, and…
Spring is finally here, and it arrives with hope and new beginnings! The city trees are blooming;their leaves tinged with green. As we prepare to observe Arbor Month this September, Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is encouraging residents of Joburg to start planning their tree-planting activities. City Parks and Zoo, the entity at the…
Telkom proudly reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women in sport at the prestigious 20th Annual gsport Awards, held on Saturday, 30 August 2025, in Johannesburg. As the sponsor of the Telkom Woman of the Year category, we extend heartfelt congratulations to Akhona Poswayo, a trailblazer in rugby and sport management whose tireless work continues to…
5 September 2025 – Bafana Bafana beat Lesotho 3-0 at the Free State Stadium to maintain their lead at the top of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying group on Friday night. After a nervy start to the match, coach Hugo Broos’ charges settled down and it was not very long before they opened their…
The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Human Settlements, in partnership with the Gauteng Provincial Department, has allocated 296 beneficiaries at Riverside View, part of government’s commitment to provide dignified housing to qualifying citizens. The event was attended by MMC for Human Settlements Cllr Mlungisi Mabaso; Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements Tasneem Motara; ward councillors Cllr…
Get ready, Cape Town! RocoMamas, the iconic smash burger brand famed for its bold flavours and vibrant urban spirit, has just launched its latest restaurant on Long Street! Having opened on the 7th of August, this halaal store opening was perfectly timed to coincide with the city’s celebrated First Thursdays, a night dedicated to the…
