South Africa: Pick n Pay’s digital evolution, building a connected retail future

Pick n Pay is accelerating into a new digital era. One built on connection, convenience, and customer value. As the retail landscape rapidly shifts, Kerry Janse Van Rensburg, head of Digital Operations, shares how the company is reimagining the...

India poised to play key role at G20 Summit in Johannesburg

India, as the world's fastest-growing major economy, is poised to play a key role in steering the forthcoming G20 Summit in Johannesburg in November 2025 toward realistic and inclusive solutions amid the global slowdown and trade tensions,...

South Africa exits FATF greylist: what this means for trust compliance

Phia van der Spuy|Published 4 hours ago 5min Exiting the greylist setting the tone for increased compliance efforts, also for non-compliant trustees Background The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced on 24 October 2025 that South Africa...

Unpacking the Localisation Support Fund

In a bold move to revitalize local manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports, South Africa introduced the Localization Support Fund in 2021. This innovative public-private partnership, supported by industry giants like Coca-Cola South Africa,...

South Africa: How much methane are coal mines really leaking?

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. It is released from natural sources (like wetlands) and human activities (coal mining, and oil and gas production). It is also emitted by agriculture (especially livestock and rice paddies), and decomposing...

‘South Africans trapped in Myanmar hell!’ — Fake job scam turns into human trafficking nightmare

Cape Town – Dozens of South Africans have been left stranded in Myanmar after falling victim to a fake job recruitment scam that turned into a human trafficking nightmare. According to reports, the victims were promised lucrative employment...

Researchers exploring Antarctica on kite skis

An explorer and a glaciologist have embarked on a three-month mission to cross part of Antarctica on kite skis in search of ice that is 130,000 years old. The goal of the French duo is to better understand the impact on world sea levels of any...

‘Inequality crisis’ threatens democracy, experts warn G20

WEALTH inequality is a global emergency that threatens democracy and social cohesion, experts warned on Tuesday, urging G20 leaders meeting in South Africa this month to establish a panel to tackle the crisis. The “inequality emergency” is leaving...

Experts Urge G20 to Create Panel to Tackle the Widening Gap Between Rich and Poor

Economic inequality has become a global emergency threatening democracy and social cohesion, experts warned, calling on G20 leaders—set to meet later this month in South Africa—to establish an international panel dedicated to addressing the...

South Africans Lose Faith in Democracy, Look to Military Rule

Almost half of South Africans say they would support military rule over their current democratic government, according to new findings that reveal deep disillusionment with the country’s political system. The results, reported by The Times UK,...

The Pan-African Power Play: Why “Money Constant” is Locking Down the #1 Spot

In the hyper-competitive arena of Afrobeats, securing the number one position on the Apple Music Nigeria chart is a feat. Remaining there is a statement. “Money Constant,” the colossal collaboration between South African Amapiano king DJ Maphorisa...

Wealth inequality threatens democracy, experts warn G20

Wealth inequality is a global emergency that threatens democracy and social cohesion, experts warned on Tuesday, urging G20 leaders meeting in South Africa this month to establish a panel to tackle the crisis. The “inequality emergency” is leaving...

Microsoft South Africa unveils Ikamva Digital to boost youth tech skills

Ikamva Digital - a digital learning platform that offers flexible, mobile-friendly learning pathways in high-demand skills - has officially been launched by Microsoft South Africa, in partnership with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale...

South African firms eye Chinese market at Shanghai expo

A total of 35 South African companies will showcase their products and services at the eighth China International Import Expo in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10, as part of the country's push to expand export markets amid rising US tariffs. Zanele...

Global Excellence Award 2025: GARI Unveils International Judges and Advisory Board Ahead of Final Nomination Deadline

In a world increasingly driven by innovation and knowledge exchange, Dr. Jimoh Braimoh has emerged as a leading voice at the intersection of education, research, and global development. As the Founder and Global Chief Executive Officer of the...

Surviving the next pandemic could depend on where you live

The study, released on Monday, ahead of G20 meetings taking place later this month in Johannesburg, South Africa, shows that unequal access to housing, healthcare, education and employment leaves millions more exposed to disease. The report...

"Mostly Western Cape": Cape Town gent shows the most dangerous townships in SA

A Cape Town content creator showed the most dangerous townships in South Africa based on murder statistics The clip lists townships with the highest murder rates in 2025, starting at over 300 murders Social media users noticed a pattern as people...

Cape Town Hosts Africa’s Largest Technology Showcase Next Month

South Africa prepares to host the 28th Africa Tech Festival from November 11 through 13 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, expecting over 15,000 technology leaders, policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs to converge on the city...

South African Father-Son Duo Smash Quadcopter Speed Record at 363MPH!

As a South African, and despite it practically being our national sport, I'm not much one for patriotism or national pride. Yet, sometimes a fellow countryman does something so undeniably cool that I can't help but feel a little undeserved...

South Africa’s Agrofi Egg targets growth with plans to double production by 2026

SOUTH AFRICA – Agrofi Egg, a poultry enterprise based in South Africa’s Western Cape, is positioning itself among the country’s fast-rising agribusinesses as it pursues plans to scale up egg production and broaden its farming operations. The...