The 2025 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top Ten Challenge winners are in and once again, these champions of South African winemaking will be showcased at Pro Wine Shanghai in Mainland China. Later this year, the wines will be profiled through Standard Bank’s extensive Africa-China trade corridor expertise to drive export opportunities for South Africa’s premium…
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV), a subsidiary of Tata Motors, India’s largest automotive manufacturer, has officially re-entered the South African passenger vehicle market. The relaunch, hosted at The Galleria in Sandton, Johannesburg, introduced four new models: the Harrier, Curvv, Punch, and Tiago. The return is anchored by a strategic partnership with Motus Holdings, South Africa’s…
Nicole Sykes Across boardrooms, local communities and digital platforms, South African women are building businesses that fuel growth and strengthen communities. But too often, they’re doing it without the recognition, networks, or resources they need to truly thrive. A recent 2023/2024 South Africa report by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM), highlighted that South African women are…
Investing can feel like a daunting task, especially with unpredictable markets and an overwhelming number of options to choose from. Many South Africans want to grow their wealth but are also mindful of protecting what they have already built – the challenge is finding investments that offer both security and opportunity. One such investment solution…
The creator economy is booming. From TikTok and YouTube, to podcasts and Instagram, digital content has become more than just a creative outlet, but a viable, lucrative and increasingly competitive career path. As a result, young South Africans are embracing this opportunity in growing numbers, viewing content creation as a route to earn an income,…
Celebrating 11 years of honouring South Africa’s impactful female entrepreneurs and change-makers The renowned Woman of Stature (WOS) Awards South Africa has opened nominations for its 2026 season, inviting female entrepreneurs and change-makers from across industries and communities to enter or be nominated. Now in its 11th year, the Awards continue to celebrate and recognise women who…
In the title of one of his latest art series, Cartwheels in the Sand, Zimbabwean artist Gresham Tapiwa Nyaude, evokes thoughts of boundless joy and, above all, unrestricted freedom. And, if you let your imagination (and the little knowledge you have about the artist) run free, you might see the symbolism in navigating the real obstacles…
The Food and Beverage Genoa Team of MSC Cruises recently visited Johannesburg and Durban to test some of the local suppliers’ products in need of review for the forthcoming 2025/2026 local cruise season in Southern Africa and proceeded to donate, for the 3rd year in a row, all the food surplus from the tests. Over 700…
Many South African families are only one emergency away from financial trouble. With the rising cost of food, fuel and electricity, even a small, unexpected expense like a burst geyser or medical bill can push a household into debt. Despite this, most people still don’t have money saved for a rainy day, and without a…
As more South Africans turn to solar power to cut costs and outlast loadshedding, one major obstacle is becoming clear: apartments and rooftop solar don’t mix well – at least, not under current conditions. Nearly 70% of South Africans now live in urban centres where communal properties are the norm. Yet in apartments, ownership ends…
