The story of K-Way is inextricably linked to the Krawitz family’s approach to business, where stubbornness and vision combined to create something distinctly South African. In 1981, Arthur Krawitz acquired a factory to support Cape Union Mart’s uniforms division. The products made at the new factory quickly gained popularity for their durability and functionality. The…
Innovative solutions designed to meet customers where they are FNB, a pioneer in digital banking, is phasing in two new customer engagement platforms, NAVi, a fully integrated conversational virtual assistant on the FNB App, and WhatsApp, a streamlined digital channel tailored to meet evolving customer needs. The rollout of these channels forms part of FNB’s broader commitment to enhancing customer experience and broadening digital channels to help…
Sasria SOC Ltd, in partnership with the Insurance Institute of South Africa (IISA) has launched two skills development programmes aimed at addressing the twin crises of youth unemployment and the critical shortage of skilled talent, while driving genuine transformation in the short-term insurance industry. The official launch introduced The NextGen Insurance Specialist Programme and the Loss Adjustor Programme, which…
Peter West Mayibongwe Sangweni Africa’s insurance sector remains largely underpenetrated, with most markets (apart from South Africa) reporting penetration levels below 3%, compared to a global average of upwards of 7%. Insurance penetration is closely tied to macroeconomic realities and given Africa’s low GDP levels, limited disposable income, and widespread financial illiteracy. The low penetration…
The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) and Suzuki Motor Corporation have concluded an agreement making Suzuki an Official Global Partner of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 and TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026. The agreement was signed in Hamamatsu, Japan, on 11 November 2025 by CAF General…
The 2025 HUAWEI XMAGE Awards Ceremony and “The World, You and Me” Annual Imaging Exhibition was held this week at the Grand Palais in Paris. The event, jointly hosted with Paris Photo, one of the most world’s largest international art fairs dedicated to photography, drew attention from a host of accomplished creators, media, industry leaders,…
Black Friday isn’t just a day anymore, it’s a full-blown season of deals, flash sales, and digital buzz. For many South Africans, it’s where saving meets spending, and the thrill of “getting it right” feels like a win. But behind the excitement lies a choice: shop with purpose or get swept up in the hype….
Standard Bank and Liberty’s transactional data from discretionary investors shows one thing clearly: while markets may move on information, investors often move on emotion. Despite access to sophisticated platforms and expert guidance, behavioural biases still drove many of this year’s investment decisions. “Despite access to quality advice and robust investment platforms, we saw many clients…
Standard Bank, Africa’s largest bank by assets, is proud to announce its partnership with a newly formed consortium, NewCo, to support the acquisition of industrial giant Barloworld in a landmark transaction valued at R23 billion. Standard Bank played a pivotal role in the deal, acting as Joint Financial Advisor, Sole Mandated Lead Arranger, Underwriter, Bookrunner and…
South Africans are facing a new wave of digital scams, everything from fake websites to deepfake videos, just as Black Friday and the festive season approach. Criminals are getting smarter, but so can we. Roshan Jelal, Head of Fraud at FNB Commercial, urges everyone to stay alert, trust their instincts, and double-check before clicking, paying,…
