Woolworths is looking to expand its network of tuck shops at schools across South Africa following a positive reception. Woolworths is South Africa’s largest premium grocery retailer, but the company has been exploring ways to expand its brand presence through new growth initiatives. One area of focus is tuck shops, with Springfield Convent and Curro…
US Ambassador Brent Bozell strongly denounced recent instances of hate speech in South Africa, stressing that such rhetoric undermines democratic values and social cohesion. He emphasized that the United States respects South Africa’s sovereignty and independence, clarifying that Washington does not interfere in domestic affairs. Bozell highlighted ongoing cooperation between the two nations in areas…
ANC member Stanley Itshegetseng challenged the legitimacy of the Johannesburg Regional Executive Committee (REC) elected in December, where Dada Morero was replaced by Loyiso Masuku as chairperson. Legal Action: After failing to get an internal resolution, Itshegetseng approached the Gauteng High Court seeking to interdict the REC from functioning until his review was finalized. Judge…
Thembelihle Radebe The City of Johannesburg Council has taken a significant step toward strengthening youth development and economic inclusion by approving an increase in the monthly stipend for undergraduate interns. This decision was made during its 48th Extraordinary Council meeting on 31 March 2026. Effective from 1 July 2026, the monthly stipend for student interns will…
At a time when Africa’s development trajectory is being reshaped by its rapidly growing youth population, rising inequality, and shifting global funding landscapes, the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI), based at Wits Business School (WBS), marks its 10-year anniversary in 2026, celebrating a decade of advancing African-led knowledge, leadership, and practice in philanthropy…
If there is one thing parents across Gauteng have learned this year, it is that once a child decides recycling matters, there is no ignoring it. Bottles are being rescued from bins, jars are being set aside, and habits at home are starting to shift- all driven by determined learners who are not letting bad…
The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation welcomes its newly appointed MEC Lebogang Maile following the changes to the executive as announced by Premier Panyaza Lesufi on 01 April 2026. MEC Lebogang Maile is not a stranger to the Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation portfolio after his successful incumbency from 2010 until 2014….
The Rand Show 2026 is South Africa’s largest and most iconic consumer show. It takes over the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, from today, 2–6 April 2026. Show hours are daily 09h00-19h00, with entrance gates closing at 18h00. Enjoy five full days of shopping, family fun, live entertainment, and crowd-pleasing spectacle. Everything is built around one promise:…
Kaizer Chiefs Football Club has taken a significant step in their history on 31March 2026, with the official launch of Kaizer Chiefs Ladies in Daveyton, markingAn important moment for the Club and for women’s football in South Africa.The establishment of the Kaizer Chiefs Ladies team represents a clearcommitment from the Club to invest in the…
Just as many South Africans were beginning to feel a little breathing room, today’s sharp fuel price increase and electricity tariff hike are a stark reminder that household budgets remain under serious pressure. From today, petrol has increased by R3.06 per litre, while diesel has surged by as much as R7.51 per litre. At the same…
