Online shopping, social media, and mobile apps are all part of everyday life for most South Africans. From ordering groceries and booking rides to sharing photos and downloading new apps, digital activity isn’t optional anymore. Yet many people don’t realise that what they do online every day affects how safely they can access their money and…
As the new year begins, South Africans are encouraged to prioritise one of the most important, yet often overlooked, aspects of financial well-being: ensuring their insurance cover is sufficient for their current life stage. Despite widespread awareness of insurance, South Africans remain significantly underinsured. Recent data points to a substantial protection gap across life, disability, and…
Cricket South Africa (CSA) recently announced Nestlé BarOne as its official snack partner in a multi-year deal. Nestlé is a leading global food and beverage company with a strong presence in South Africa. Its portfolio includes trusted local brands such as BarOne, a well-established confectionery brand known for its distinctive taste and enduring popularity among…
Joburg Market is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Top Employer 2026 certification by the Top Employers Institute, marking the second consecutive year that the organisation has achieved this prestigious recognition. The Top Employers Institute Certification is a global benchmark of excellence in people practices, recognising organisations that demonstrate a strong commitment…
Tinyiko Barbara Ngobeni The Joburg Market has officially appointed Sello Michael Makhubela as its Chief Executive Officer, following a highly successful period in an acting role marked by strong performance, innovation, and international recognition. Makhubela was recently honoured with the World Union of Wholesale Markets Manager of the Year Award 2025 at the organisation’s global conference in Brussels. The…
James Saunders Tool sprawl has become a major challenge for financial services institutions (FIs) after years of buying disparate, single-function Regulatory Technology (RegTech) solutions. Today, many compliance teams are struggling with siloed data and inefficient workflows because of the lack of integration across tech stacks that have become unwieldy and difficult to manage. But we…
ESKOM ASSURES SAFE AND NORMAL OPERATION OF KOEBERG POWER STATION WITH NO IMPACT TO GRID STABILITY Eskom reports that at 16:53 today, both units at the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station were safely reduced from full power to 100MW each following a fault on the 132kV transmission lines supplied from the Pinotage transmission substation near Stellenbosch….
Here’s what to do before you take on a loan this year For many South Africans, borrowing remains an essential part of daily life. But January often brings added pressure. Back-to-school costs, festive season debt, and the familiar ‘Januworry’can stretch household budgets to the limit. As this pressure marks the start of 2026, taking on…
The City of Johannesburg’s Spatial Development Framework (SDF) 2040 is translating long-term spatial policy into tangible action, with Soweto emerging as a clear example of this vision in practice. A key priority of the SDF 2040 is unlocking Soweto as a fully integrated and economically active city district. This strategic objective seeks to transform Soweto through…
Running your own business can be exciting, but figuring out how and how much to pay yourself is often tough, especially when you’re just starting. It’s important to find the right balance between rewarding yourself and making sure your business stays strong. The first step is knowing the minimum amount required for you as an…
