Iqraam Rayners needed just one clear sight of goal to give Mamelodi Sundowns the perfect launch to their maiden FIFA Club World Cup adventure, sealing a 1-0 victory over Ulsan HD on a storm-soaked evening in Orlando. A violent electrical storm pushed kick-off at Inter & Co Stadium back by more than an hour, but…
South Africa has advocated for concrete, actionable strategies to operationalise vaccine equity as a core pillar of global pandemic readiness during the G20 Health Working Group meeting. This was part of the discussions between 10 to 13 June which saw global health leaders, experts and policymakers converge in South Africa’s as part of the G20…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. And, as much as it’s changing the world in cool ways like music, art, gaming and technological advancements, scammers are using it too, to attempt to defraud you. With South Africans of all ages spending hours online, staying alert to AI-driven fraud has become increasingly important. “Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, and…
Sasol has announced the appointment of Thabile Makgala as Executive Vice President (EVP): People, SHE, Risk and Corporate Affairs. She joins Sasol on 1 October 2025. An Inspirational Women in Mining and Harvard Business School alumni, Thabile will join Sasol from Rio Tinto, where she currently serves as the Vice President for Health, Safety, Environment,…
Daisy Lesenyego The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) has launched a new Digital Application Process to streamline applications for affordable rental housing, enhance security, and combat fraud. This innovative system aims to guide residents through a transparent application journey, ensuring clarity and preventing misinformation. Central to the new process is a QR code-based pre-screening registration, serving as the…
YOUTH DAY SPOTLIGHT TELKOM’S LASTING IMPACT ON SOUTH AFRICA’S NETBALL TALENT PIPELINE As South Africa commemorates Youth Day today, the Telkom Netball League (TNL) stands tall as a testament to Telkom’s unwavering commitment to empowering young women through sport. Beyond being a premier semi-professional competition, the TNL serves as a vital springboard for rising netball…
In the heart of Soweto’s vibrant creative scene, two powerhouse events—the Soweto FilmMarket and the Soweto International Film Festival (SIFF)—are joining forces in 2025 toredefine Africa’s film industry. The Film Market will launch at an exclusive event on 12 Junethis year’s collaboration promises an unparalleled platform where storytellers, investors, andaudiences converge to celebrate, fund, and…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his sadness at the loss of multiple lives in incidents in the Eastern Cape that have been linked to severe weather conditions. Six bodies were recovered near Mthatha and another near Tsolo in the Eastern Cape in incidents arising from flooding. In the aftermath of another incident, three children have…
This June, Soweto will resonate with the indomitable spirit of defiance and cultural expression as it commemorates the 49th anniversary of the June 16 Uprising through a powerful revival of the iconic protest musical, Sarafina!. Taking place from 14 to 16 June, the event promises to immerse attendees in a rich tapestry of community, creativity,…
Lerato Mailoane Deputy President Paul Mashatile has urged the public to help keep South Africa clean. He made the clarion call during a cleanup event in Kliptown, Soweto, on Friday as part of the national Clean Cities and Towns Campaign, which aims to promote urban cleanliness and foster community. The campaign, launched at the Walter…
