The North West Department of Human Settlements led by MEC Gaoage Oageng Molapisi continues in its quest to unblock blocked projects across the province. This was testament during the recent Thuntsha Lerole Accelerated Service Delivery Programme at Maquassie Hills Local Municipality wherein the department handed over four (4) houses to beneficiaries. Eighty-four (84) year-old Lydia…
Adidas Soccer launched a brand new adicolor range of 70s and 80s-inspired tracksuits and t-shirts, giving a fresh twist on the club’s retro colorways. Designed with a slim fit in premium pique material, the track top features engineered 3-Stripes tape, a ribbed collar and cuffs, convenient zipped side pockets, and flock-printed trefoil and club crest…
On the 29th of October 2024, the Gauteng MEC of Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, and a delegation comprising of senior officials in the Gauteng Provincial Treasury, met with the Executive Mayor of the City of Tshwane, Dr. Nasiphi Moya, and her delegation, to deliberate on the state of finances and governance in the administrative…
Banyana Banyana lost their away international friendly match against England 1-2 in Coventry, UK, on Tuesday night, but the African champions displayed tons of character and even won the admiration of the home supporters after a brave performance. More than 24 000 fans filled the Coventry Building Society Arena and they cheered with excitement as…
From the Gogos raising grandchildren on pension money to single mothers working hard to make ends meet and keep the lights on at home, the women of Alexandra Township shoulder many a heavy burden. However, through a sewing programme run by Rays of Hope that aims to empower and equip women in Alexandra with skills…
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 1.5 billion people worldwide live with some level of hearing loss. In many instances, this is a consequence of ageing, with 30% of people over 60 years of age having hearing loss. However, WHO says that 50% of hearing loss can be prevented through public health measures. One major…
Standard Bank has made it easier for clients to access previously unclaimed dividends, pension, and insurance benefits. In collaboration with the unclaimed benefits tracing company, Robin Hood, Standard Bank has made the process of claiming these benefits seamless through its Banking App. “Some clients are owed a few thousand rands, while others have large amounts…
As profit rates on term deposits are set to decline in the coming months, many investors in South Africa find themselves facing a conundrum. While Islamic Banking deposits, have offered favourable returns as market rates remained high, the anticipated decrease in rates may lead to lower growth in these accounts. With limited Shari’ah compliant investment…
The Gauteng Department Health (GDoH) has reiterated its commitment to cooperate with duly constituted oversight bodies as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve healthcare service delivery. The Department derives its mandate from the South African Constitution, the National Health Act, Act 61 of 2003 and other legislation promulgated by Parliament. The same Constitution…
Lerato Mailoane Lenseria Smart City, the first post-apartheid smart city, has taken a significant step forward by launching a water treatment plant. This 18-month development will produce two megalitres per day (2MLD) using advanced membrane-aerated biofilm reactor technology. Speaking at the sod-turning ceremony, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi hailed the project as essential to fulfilling President…
