THE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING KICKS OFF SECTOR-WIDE ENGAGEMENTS WITH VISIT TO ADVTECH

Deputy Minister for Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, kicked off sector-wide engagements by meeting Advtech’s senior leadership at Emeris’ Sandton campus on Monday, 8 June 2026.   This follows her recent address at Advtech’s Rosebank International brand launch. The aim of these engagements is to recognise and collaborate with private institutions that positively contribute to…

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MEN’S HEALTH CONCERNS GROW AS STRESS, HEART DISEASE AND SLEEP DEPRIVATION RISE

As stress levels rise among South African men – driven by demanding work environments, shift work and lifestyle pressures – research is increasingly turning attention to everyday dietary interventions that may support long-term health. One of the most promising homegrown contenders is Rooibos, a caffeine-free herbal infusion rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may…

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FNB EXPANDS DIGITAL STOKVEL OFFERING IN LIMPOPO, BOOSTING ACCESS TO SA’S R50 BILLION   SAVINGS ECONOMY

FNB is expanding its presence in South Africa’s estimated R50-billion stokvel market, with Limpopo recognised as a province where stokvel participation plays a significant role in household saving and community financial support, through the rollout of its fully digital stokvel offering.  The expansion enables fully digital account opening for stokvel groups, allowing members to register,…

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CITY’S EMS LAUNCHES ANNUAL WINTER FIRE SAFETY AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

The City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services (EMS) has urged residents to remain vigilant and prioritise fire safety during the winter season. EMS and the City of Johannesburg’s Disaster Management recently launched the annual Winter Fire Safety Awareness campaign at Springbok informal settlement in Moffatview, Region F, southern Johannesburg. The campaign aims to reduce fire incidents and promote safety across…

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PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA MET THE WORLD BANK GROUP

President Cyril Ramaphosa met with the World Bank Group, led by its President, Mr Ajay Banga, at the Mahlamba Ndlopfu official residence in Pretoria. South Africa and the World Bank Group enjoy a strategic, long-standing mutual relationship spanning decades of collaboration, strongly aligning on the four pillars of the economic growth and development strategy —macroeconomic…

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